1967-Aston Martin-DB6

Description

This car is currently not at Fantasy Junction but can be seen by appointment.

1967 Aston Martin DB6
s/n 3068/R, engine no. 400/3093
Black with Black Interior

Introduced in October of 1965 at the London Motor Show, the Aston Martin DB6 was the ultimate development of Aston Martin’s legendary line of six-cylinder David Brown cars before the arrival of the more angular DBS. Taking the already successful DB5 as a base, the DB6 included revised aerodynamics to reduce rear end lift at high speed, particularly through the inclusion of a Kamm tail. The wheelbase was also lengthened to improve stability and provide more space for the rear occupants. A ZF 5-speed gearbox was standard, and the engine was a 4 liter triple carbureted variant of the lovely alloy twin-cam inline-6 designed by Tadek Marek. The car was a powerful and elegant sports touring car, one which remains a timeless blue-chip classic thanks to its blend of all the ingredients that make a classic car quintessentially appealing. Mechanically innovative, rare, attractive, high performance, and with a touch of star quality lent by James Bond’s famous DB5, the DB6 is an ideal all round classic.

This particular DB6 Coupe was delivered new to Mr. James Watson of Whitley Bay on 22/4/1967 via Colebrook & Burgess Ltd. Over the last great many years this restored DB6 has lived in California and has recently had over $31k spent on it for service and upgrades. The exhaust is now stainless steel, GTC Power Steering, Harvey Bailey Suspension kit and Steel Wings Rear Suspension Upgrades have all been fitted. The Webasto Sunroof was done in period and gives this car a great open air feel. This car is in fully restored fantastic turn key condition and comes in a classic color combination.

Aston Martin DB6/3068/R
History

I. Ownership History

I. James Watson, Esq. 31 Briardene Rd, Whitley Bay, Colebrook & Burgess, LTD, UK 4/22/68 -1973
II. Mr. Fromhold, Dagenham UK 1973-1987
III. Glen Hallowell, Silicon Valley, CA 1987-1992
IV. Marshall George Cox, Newport Beach, CA 1992- 2/07
V. Mike Dulien, Costa Mesa, CA 3/07-11/11
VI. Richard, CT 11/11-

II. Restoration & Service History

A. Comprehensive Mechanical & Cosmetic Restoration 1992-1995

A. DeLong’s Automotive, Campbell, CA:
Al DeLong, Robert Campo, Rick Corum, Complete rebuild of engine, drivetrain, suspension & brakes
B. The Works, Santa Clara, CA:
Chris, Complete restoration of body, painted with Glasurit (“we decided to paint it black because the body was perfect”), car had no rust, jack points replaced, floors, sills, outriggers, and frame were very good and required no repairs
C. Stuart Cleft, Sacramento, CA:
Total Interior restoration: seats, door panels, headliner, dash, Golde sunroof, carpets, trim

Aston Martin DB6/3068/R
History

B. Mechanical Updates and Sorting 3/07-8/09

D. Kevin Kay, Redding, CA
GTC Power Steering, conversion to negative ground, Steel Wings suspension kit (coilovers, bushings, sway bar, etc.) Harvey Bailey lever rear shocks, aux. cooling fan, rebuilt carbs, misc. sorting
E. Aston Martin of New England
Replaced tires, motor mounts, misc. sorting 6/11-10/11
F. Vantage Motors & Interiors 11/11-
Carbs/chokes, HVAC controls, oil temp sender, exhaust, under dash wiring, oil thermostat & spin on conversion, power windows, annual fluid changes/flush, clutch master & slave cylinders, shift linkage.