Recently subject to an extensive restoration at Aston Workshop, and one of only 140 cars produced, this stunning example of a DB6 Volante is sure to turn heads wherever it goes. Finished in the popular Aston Martin colour California Sage with Magnolia leather and carpets, this exceptional car represents the pinnacle of continental touring in the 1960s.
Originally delivered to Dr Frank Sondheimer of Kensington Palace Gardens on the 11th of February 1967, the car went on to have a life of European touring with subsequent owners residing in France and Switzerland. During its time on the continent a high-quality conversion to Vantage Manual specification was carried out elevating the driving experience to match the cars stunning aesthetics. Extensive invoices from this period are present in the Volante’s history file including details of a full retrim and other maintenance work. Before arriving at Aston Workshop this DB6 Volante resided in a large private collection of carefully selected Aston Martins.
Work carried out at Aston Workshop
Soon after the car’s arrival at Aston Workshop the decision was made to carry out an extensive restoration to the car. The DB6 was fully stripped before the following work was carried out:
Bare metal body restoration and colour change to California Sage
New Wilton wool carpets throughout the car
Fuel system overhaul including new aluminium fuel tanks and all fuel lines and rubbers replaced
Removal of the dashboard to be fully restored
Wiring replaced throughout the car
Sound and Heat insulation applied throughout the car
Upgraded front and rear suspension fitted including telescopic dampers and an uprated anti-roll bar
Steering rack overhaul
Rear axle overhaul
Electric folding roof overhaul
Front wheel bearings replaced
Engine bay overhaul to concours standard
Replacement stainless steel exhaust
New seatbelts
New clutch fitted
With the total cost of the restoration in the region of £200,000 this is without doubt one of the finest DB6 Volantes on the market. After being shown at a number of leading automotive events including Goodwood Revival, Techno Classica Essen and Salon Prive we are delighted to offer the car for sale. We have decades of experience on 1960s DB-series Aston Martins, allowing us to offer a number of additional enhancements to tailor the car to your desired specification including a conversion to Left Hand Drive or the fitment of a modern automatic or manual transmission.
This 1967 Aston Martin DB6 Volante is now presented for sale by Aston Workshop. Following an extensive restoration this car is in a fantastic condition, representing a rare opportunity to own a concours condition DB6 Volante that drives as well as it looks.
