Description
This lot will be auctioned via Iconic Auctioneers, Online Auction - 26th June on Thursday the 26th of June. Background:
The Aston Martin DB7, produced from 1994 to 2004, was a grand tourer designed by Ian Callum and Keith Helfet, available in both coupé and convertible forms. It debuted at the 1993 Geneva Motor Show and became Aston Martin’s most produced model at the time, with over 7, 000 units built before being succeeded by the DB9. Positioned as an 'entry-level' model, it featured a Jaguar-derived six-cylinder engine and was placed below the hand-built V8 Virage.
Despite Ford’s initial hesitation to invest in a new model during the early 1990s economic downturn, Aston Martin CEO Walter Hayes championed the project with support from Tom Walkinshaw. Development began under the codename 'XX', with Callum refining the design to reflect Aston Martin’s identity. The car's overwhelmingly positive reception at Geneva helped secure its production and establish the DB7 as a modern classic in the brand’s line-up.
The Car:
This example is an early production model, rolling off the line in 1995. It features the supercharged straight-six engine paired with a manual gearbox and is finished in British Racing Green over Forest Green/ Parchment. It’s also optioned with what may be the best wheel design of the 1990s - large aero discs that complete the look.
Mechanically, the car feels strong for its age. The engine pulls well across the rev range, with the supercharger delivering its signature whine under full throttle. The gearbox shows no signs of crunching or grinding in any gear. Suspension and brakes perform well, with no pad wear noise or suspension knocks. The handbrake could use a slight adjustment, as it requires full travel to engage.
Cosmetically, the car could benefit from some attention. There are areas on the body showing lacquer peel, visible in the listing photos. All four wheels have minor kerb marks, but importantly, the aero discs remain in excellent condition. The driver's side wing has evidence of poor paintwork at some point, but this could be addressed alongside the lacquer repairs.
The interior presents very well. While the driver’s seat and gear knob show some wear, the rest of the cabin is in great shape. The wood veneer still retains its lacquer, the leather dashboard is free from sun damage or peeling and the steering wheel shows minimal signs of use. Electrically, everything appears to be functioning correctly.
With a supercharged straight-six engine, manual gearbox and a design that Ian Callum himself considered one of his finest, is there a better grand tourer at this price point - with looks to die for?
Service History:
Service – 822 miles – 14/ 09/ 1995
Service - 941 miles – 23/ 07/ 1996
Service – 5, 830 miles – 01/ 10/ 1997
Service – 15, 080 miles – 17/ 06/ 1998
Service – 23, 834 miles – 22/ 04/ 1999
Service – 30, 562 miles – 09/ 12/ 1999
Service – 37, 659 miles – 14/ 04/ 2000
Service – 43, 047 miles – 24/ 07/ 2001
Service – 47, 331 miles – 23/ 08/ 2005
Service – 49, 090 miles – 31/ 08/ 2008
Service – 51, 532 miles - 22/ 02/ 2021
Location: London
Seller: Private
Photography: Professional
