1963 Aston Martin DB5

Richards of England are thrilled to introduce this beautifully preserved Aston Martin DB5 for sale as a full restoration or recommissioning opportunity. 

One of only four DB5 cars delivered in Deep Carriage Green the DB5 was briefly used by Brookland Motors, Bond Street as a demonstrator car in 1964 before being purchased by its first owner Professor Thoneman Head of Physics at Swansea University. This DB5 was also one of the early cars to have the 5-speed ZF gearbox fitted. 

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In 1978 the DB5 was purchased by Mr J.B Watton a London solicitor who kept the DB5 until 1980. The original registration plate was 88 GYL, however this plate was retained by Mr J.B Watton when it was sold in 1980. 

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Mr T Tunnicliffe purchased the DB5 in 1980 and kept the car for 40 years, in its original condition, with no major restoration. The works completed on the DB5 during Mr Tunnicliffe's ownership included a stainless steel exhaust system and lead-free conversion by Aston Engineering of Derby. 

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Mr Tunnicliffe was an on/off member of the Aston Martin Owners Club during his ownership, often taking the DB5 to local club race events at Silverstone, Donington Park and Mallory Park. The DB5 was also displayed at motor events and frequently at the National Memorial Arboretum in Alrewas, Nottingham Autokarna, Swadlincote Festival of Transport and Hinckley Classic Car Show. 

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In 2020 ROE handled the private sale of the DB5 following the passing of Mr Tunnicliffe to Mr J Downes. Mr Downes has driven the DB5 sparingly over the last four years and has kept up general maintenance and servicing by Richards of England. 

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The DB5 is now currently for sale with Richards of England for the first time publicly since 1978 ready for further enjoyment or an opportunity to commission a full restoration at ROE. 

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The DB5 appears only to have been painted once with its original "Deep Carriage Green" colour still visible in places, including the number plate housing. The original interior remains in good condition despite being 60 years old, which appears to be a true reflection given the mileage of 43,280. 

Included with the DB5 are maintenance invoices, MOT's and correspondence letters between owners since 1978.  

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Exclusively and attractively priced at:

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£475,000