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Goodwood Revival: Collectors' Motor Cars and Automobilia
Present ownership since 1982 Matching engine and chassis numbers Factory fitted ZF five-speed manual gearbox Engine rebuilt to 4. 2-litre unleaded specification by marque specialist Rikki Cann Fewer than 1, 000 miles since restoration. Original beige leather interior In single family ownership since 1982, this DB5 has been fully restored from its original (and very good) condition over the past few years. The original chassis and engine numbers shown on the British Motor Industry Heritage Trust certificate match those on the car. Chassis number 'DB5/ 1889/ R' was despatched to Cyril Williams Motors Ltd of Staffordshire on 31st December 1964 and registered as 'DJW 100C' by Wolverhampton Council on 16th February 1965. This car has had only three owners from new (according to the DVLA), and was purchased from the owner's friend in August 1982 on the day of the friend's wedding (selling the car helped fund his friend's very expensive nuptials). The Aston has been known affectionately as 'Herbie' ever since. The owner is a multi-discipline professional engineer with a wealth of classic car experience, commencing at the age of 16 when he refurbished his own 1936 Morris Eight. He has owned, serviced, refurbished and rebuilt many classic sporting cars (both here and abroad) including Sunbeam Alpines; various MGs; Jaguar XK150 Mark 2 and E-types; Daimlers; Lancias; Alfa Romeos; Mini Coopers; Triumph TRs and many others, as well as helping friends with their cars (including competition cars). He has raced Mini Coopers in autocross and rallycross, and a Jaguar Mark 1 in saloon car racing some years back. While in the current ownership the DB5 has been used regularly, undertaking memorable journeys to various UK race meetings, European tours and sorties to the Le Mans 24-Hour Race and other meetings. Kept in the same dehumidified and heated garage alongside various 'classic' stablemates for the last 35 years, the Aston Martin has always been maintained in good working order. However, by the mid-2000s the DB5 had started looking a little tired cosmetically. Marque specialists Rikki Cann (FIMI) of Shoeburyness were commissioned to check it out completely so the owner could decide what work to have carried out. The entire chassis and bodywork was checked by Rikki and the owner, and found to be in very good condition with minimal issues, with the other issues put down to 'old age'. New suspension points, door skins, sills and jacking points were fitted, and any other necessary chassis and suspension work carried out to ensure its long term structural integrity. The owner then decided to completely refurbish the car. The aluminium body was found to be in very good condition, with just some minor galvanic corrosion at the rear. Rikki Cann sent the car to his aluminium specialist where the rear end was replaced in part, and the entire body stripped, checked and repaired as required, to enable painting at a later date. The owner, between work placements, took time off to completely refurbish the underbody himself. Prior to work starting on the mechanical rebuild, the car was stripped in its entirety: trim, dashboard, electrics, suspension, axle, brakes, engine and gearbox, along with the entire engine bay. The underside was painted and undersealed and the interior floor painted, all using American high-performance POR15 products. Suitably prepared, the car was repainted Gold by Sandy Coachworks of Hertfordshire. The engine and gearbox were sent to Rikki Cann's workshops and the engine thoroughly overhauled, converted to unleaded specification, and enlarged to 4. 2 litres; it was then dynamometer tested prior to reinstallation. The triple SU carburettors were completely rebuilt and the electrics converted to negative earth. The final mechanical build was carried out by the owner towards the 2020s, with final mechanical testing and all other required checks carried out by Rikki Cann. Genuine Aston Martin parts (mechanical or otherwise) were used wherever available, with original parts refurbished by professionals. The work including suspension and brake components, Selectaride dampers, trailing arms, front hubs, front dampers, brake lines, brake and clutch cylinders etc, servos, wheels and tyres, engine ancillaries, Kenlowe electric radiator fan, clutch, high-performance starter motor, alternator, stainless steel exhaust and all other parts as required, such as nuts and bolts, springs and other ancillaries. The dashboard was in excellent condition but was repainted as a matter of course, and the interior, boot, engine bay et al completely stripped, painted (POR15) and lined with Dynamat soundproofing where required. The original steering wheel was refurbished, and new carpeting (supplied by O'Rourke Coachtrimmers) and headlining were professionally installed. The existing seats were retained because of their excellent condition and to maintain the overall wonderful patina of the beautiful original beige interior, with the interior professionally refurbished throughout using the latest processes for leather Connollising. Colour coordinated seat belts were installed in the rear (the fronts belts are black original, but easily replaced if required). Post completion, the car has recently been checked and serviced by Rikki Cann, albeit with minimal miles covered since the refurbishment, and currently displays around 92, 000 miles on the odometer. Offered for sale with a V5C Registration Certificate, Heritage Certificate, flash drive containing photographs of much of the work, two green folders of receipts and other paperwork, workshop and parts manuals, plus a quantity of AMOC magazines.
AUCTION TIMES
Friday 9 Sep 2023, starting at 10:30 CEST
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COLLECTION OF PURCHASED LOTS
Removal and Storage of Vehicles Vehicles must be collected from the sale venue by 12 noon on Monday 11 September 2023 (subject to all costs being paid), at which point all remaining unpaid lots will be uplifted by Indigo Blue to their store at the buyer / vendor expense. If you are unable to collect your vehicle by the given time, Lots shall be removed by Indigo Blue to storage at the Buyer’s expense (see below). Lots are at the Buyer’s risk from the fall of the hammer. It is strongly advisable that overseas purchasers and absentee bidders make arrangements regarding collection with Bonhams in advance of Sale. Cars under customs cannot be collected from the venue and can only be released once customs is cleared. Vehicle Removal charges £345 + VAT per vehicle. Vehicle Storage charges First 14 days £15 + VAT per motor car per day Thereafter £45 + VAT per motor car per week For Lot 305 (Spitfire), please be advised that hangarage costs at Goodwood are circa £550+VAT per calendar month, subject to availability. Hangars may not be available for the first two weeks postauction, and aeroplanes typically depart Goodwood following the Revival event on the Monday immediately afterwards. For further information, please contact using the button below Transport and Shipping A representative of Indigo Blue, will be at the Sale and can arrange national and international transportation as agent for the Buyer or the Seller (as the case may be). Indigo Blue European Limited - details above using the button below +44 (0) the details below Motor Car Presentation Chris Bailey, Showcase SVS +44 (0) the details below - details above Photography Simon Clay Tom Wood Tom Gidden Regijus Simkevicius Sian Loyson Roger Dixon (Automobilia)
AUCTION ADDRESS
Chichester,
Goodwood
