subject: Classic Car News: Rough And Ready Aston Martin Db5 [print this page] A car that is representative of 007s class and sophistication doesnt deserve to be abandoned for 20 years and left to decay into an almost unrecognisable wreck. But even with the decay and ripped black leather seats, the classic Aston Martin DB5 found in an old barn is expected to be worth around 200,000.
The Daily Mail website has reported that the DB5 pictured, which was made famous in the 1960s by the James Bond films was found abandoned and dishevelled. The once sparkly bodywork has corroded away, revealing a tired dull version of what was once a legendary metal machine. Fortunately classic car enthusiasts still recognise its worth and value it at a high price - fundamentally due to its historic significance.
Philip Kantor, for Bonham Auctioneers, said I doubt James Bond would feel happy to drive this DB5 in its current state but once it has been restored, Im sure he will. The Sun website has reported that it looks like it has been through more scraps than 007 himself, but this battered Aston Martin is still expected to sell for a staggering amount.
The Sun also reports that these handmade cars are a very desirable, top of the range supercar, and were one of the most expensive cars on the market in the 1960s. You may not have to have a Goldfinger to own this car, but you do need to have a pocket full of gold coins in order to meet the demands of this unique beauty. Dont be fooled by the dishevelled outer shell, this iconic DB5 is guaranteed to reach its estimated 200,000 value, and with any luck will end up being restored to its former glory.
Hopefully this classic creation will end up in the hands of someone who fell in love with these classics as a young child in the sixties and can now afford to buy one, reports The Sun website. This particular red, left-hand drive example, built in 1964, has only had three owners, 61,163 miles on the clock and is one of only 983 models ever made. Although the DB5 in question didnt reach the reserve at Bonhams auction at the weekend, there is no doubt this forgotten jewel could be a very special gem to add to a collectors collection.
