Description
A rare opportunity to acquire one of the earliest Aston Martin DB2/ 4 MkI examples produced, an increasingly sought-after post-war Aston Martin combining elegant coachbuilt styling, genuine usability and the pure analogue driving experience that defines the marque’s early years.
As the market continues to focus on originality, provenance and properly sorted examples, early DB2/ 4s have become particularly desirable, especially cars that have already benefitted from extensive restoration and recommissioning work.
The Car
First registered in 1954, this Aston Martin DB2/ 4 MkI is finished in the highly complementary combination of Orient Blue over Beige leather, featuring the correct walnut dashboard and beautifully period presentation throughout.
Powered by the 3. 0-litre inline-six engine and paired with a manual gearbox, the DB2/ 4 delivered a unique balance of performance, refinement and practicality in period, offering genuine grand touring capability in an era where most sports cars remained uncompromising.
Importantly, this example represents one of the earliest 451 DB2/ 4 MkI cars produced, placing it firmly within the most desirable production window for collectors and enthusiasts alike.
The car presents as an exceptionally well-resolved and road-ready example, featuring:
- Early production DB2/ 4 MkI specification
- Desirable Orient Blue over Beige leather colour combination
- Correct walnut dashboard and period detailing
- Recent body restoration and refinish completed in 2026
- Extensive accompanying history and restoration records
- Fully sorted and prepared for immediate use
Rather than being an unfinished restoration project or static collector piece, this is a DB2/ 4 that has been properly prepared to be driven and enjoyed.
Ownership & History
- One of the earliest 451 DB2/ 4 MkI models produced
- Delivered new to France in right-hand drive configuration
- Long-term ownership history
- Comprehensive restoration completed between 2007–2013 using genuine Aston Martin components
- Extensive supporting history and documentation file
The provenance and continuity of this car are particularly important, especially within the early Aston Martin market where originality and documented restoration quality play a major role in long-term desirability.
Service & Recent Work
This DB2/ 4 has recently benefitted from significant refinement and recommissioning work to ensure the car presents and performs to the standard expected of a usable grand touring Aston Martin.
Recent works include:
- Body restoration and refinish completed in 2026 by DM Historics
- Mechanical systems reviewed and lightly refurbished in preparation for road use
- General recommissioning and preparation for immediate driving
- UK registration and road preparation completed
- Ongoing detailing and cosmetic refinement
The result is a car that balances originality, usability and provenance, without the uncertainty and delay often associated with early post-war classics.
Why It Stands Out
- Early production DB2/ 4 MkI example
- One of the most desirable specification windows within the model range
- Recent restoration and recommissioning work completed
- Extensive history and restoration documentation
- Fully sorted and road-ready example
- Rare combination of performance, practicality and usability in a 1950s Aston Martin
The best early Aston Martins today are increasingly the cars that have already undergone proper restoration and careful recommissioning, allowing the next owner to focus on enjoyment rather than ongoing corrective work.
Summary
A rare and highly desirable early Aston Martin DB2/ 4 MkI, offered in exceptionally well-prepared and road-ready condition.
Combining strong provenance, recent restoration work and genuine touring usability, this is a car equally suited to events, long-distance driving or inclusion within a significant collection.
Viewing
The car is available to view by appointment at our Kent showroom. Please get in touch for further details or to arrange a viewing.
