Crossing the Block at Goodwood | 1970 Aston Martin DB6 Mark 2 Sports Saloon to Vantage Specification 🇬🇧
The 1970 Aston Martin DB6 Mark 2 Sports Saloon, upgraded to Vantage specification, represents the final evolution of Aston Martin’s legendary DB series. Featuring a Kamm-style tail for improved aerodynamics, a 4.0-liter inline-six engine, and wider wheels requiring subtly flared arches, the DB6 Mark 2 combined classic elegance with enhanced performance. Originally finished in Aquamarine over Sage Green leather, this example was converted to Vantage specification by the factory in 1974 and has a distinguished concours history, including multiple 1st and 2nd place finishes in elite competitions.
Acquired by its current owner at Bonhams’ Aston Martin Works Service sale in 2001, the car has been meticulously maintained, with a bare-metal respray in Silver Birch (2006-2007) and a full engine, chassis, and gearbox restoration (2009-2010) by Aston Service London. Over the past 25 years...
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