Aston Martin DB7 (1999)

In association with our friends at Arun Holdings Classic Cars, we will be presenting some very interesting Aston Martin projects for sale. And we start with this DB7, one of the last of the 6 cylinder cars produced before the advent of the DB7 Vantage with the new V12 engine.

With i6 DB7s becoming rarer and more popular as a 'level entry' Aston Martin, here is an opportunity to purchase a car that has been fully renovated with all works having been undertaken by marque specialists 'Chicane'. Supplied new by HWM in 1999, this last of the line 6 cylinder DB7 was specified in Buckinghamshire Green with a Parchment leather piped Green interior, a Forest Green and Parchment trim and Green carpets. It has the 4 speed automatic gearbox, a factory fitted sports exhaust, 'Alessio' split rim wheels and with a Kenwood 'Mask' stereo system - all of which give the car a distinctive look and sound - in addition to standard equipment such as climate control, a 6 CD changer and electric seats.

To give this DB7 an edge, it has been upgraded to a cosmetic 'road racing' specification car. The split rims have been fully rebuilt with the centre sections now colour coded to the bodywork and shod with new Bridgestone Potenza Sport tyres. As a final touch, DB7 GTS style racing yellow highlights will soon be added - making this one DB7 with serious road presence!

The car was fully serviced by HWM up until 2009, after which the majority of the work was undertaken by a collection of vehicle specialists in and around the Surrey region. Along with a fully stamped service booklet, a spare set of keys and the original red master key is supplied.

Mechanically sound and with all systems fully operational, this is the ideal DB7 in which to make a statement. The 3.2 litre straight six supercharged engine has a gradual, but increasing, surge under acceleration. Road holding and handling, particularly with the new Bridgestones, is impressively sharp and the braking is strong. With the sports exhaust giving out a very distinctive note and with the split rims wheels and body highlights creating a racing car look, this is your opportunity to purchase a DB7 that will certainly stand out from the rest, as well as being a good investment for the future as DB7 prices will be on the rise - particularly the i6s.

This DB7 is available for viewing and demonstration in our Hampshire showroom by appointment only. For peace of mind as a new owner, this Aston will be sold with a full pre-sale inspection by Chicane and 12 months MOT. Full details available on request.

(GTS photo courtesy of H&H Classics)