The Bolesworth Castle May 2024 Classic & Performance Car Auction
Sunday, 12th May 2024

1956 Aston Martin DB2/ 4
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Registration - XKO 303
Chassis No - AM300/ 1118
M. O. T. - Exempt
Odometer - 32, 967

Hampson Auctions are proud to present a potentially unparalleled opportunity for enthusiasts and collectors alike to acquire a 1956 Aston Martin DB2/ 4 MKII coupe restoration project which has already benefited from a recent, comprehensive engine recommission and which is offered at No Reserve.  
'XKO 303' was originally supplied by Martin Walter Ltd of Folkstone & Margate - the original dealer plaque is still displayed in the car. The recent engine restoration included a full strip-down and rebuild, all conducted to a high standard, with bearings and piston rings replaced and cylinders honed to ensure optimal performance and a replacement distributor oil pump drive fitted. Particular attention was paid to the cylinder head, where all valves were re-ground and clearances meticulously set through shimming. 
This engine work has set a solid foundation for the restoration journey ahead, and is a major step in enabling this beautiful and highly original DB2/ 4 MKII to return to its former glory. Don't miss this rare opportunity to acquire a piece of automotive history and embark on a restoration project which promises to yield a truly rewarding result.

* A truly rewarding and unique project offered at No Reserve
* The subject of a recent and comprehensive engine overhaul
* A wonderful opportunity to acquire one of Aston Martin’s post-War sports cars from the early David Brown era
 
Introduced in prototype form in 1949, the DB2—so named for company chairman David Brown—struck an appealing balance between gorgeous aluminum coachwork, sporting driving dynamics, and a characterful twin-overhead-cam inline-six. Things only improved three years later, when the foundations that had made the DB2 such a successful sports car were built upon to create the Aston Martin DB2/ 4—a groundbreaking Frank Feeley design that introduced a subtly raised roofline, additional seating for two rear passengers, and a revolutionary “hatch back” offering unparalleled access to the luggage compartment. Always a rare model, even in more common closed configuration, total DB2/ 4 production amounted to just 761 examples.

This Car has been entered into Hampson Auctions, The Bolesworth classic and performance car and motorcycle auction, which will be held at Bolesworth Castle, Tattenhall, Chester, CH3 9JJ on Sunday 12th May 2024.

Viewing sessions will take place from 9am - 7pm on Saturday 11th May and from 9am - 12:00 on Sunday 12th May, with the auction itself commencing at 12pm on Sunday 12th May, and you are very welcome to join us there.

Prospective buyers can bid in the room, online, over the telephone or via commission, please contact Hampson Auctions directly if you would like to arrange one of the latter two options, or if you would like to request a condition report.

The auction catalogue so far is available to view via our website.

Auction entries are currently still being accepted, if you have a vehicle which you would like to consign, please contact us.

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Buyer's Premium 12. 5%