Aston Martin DB2 (1951)

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This car can be offered with a guaranteed entry to the 100th Anniversary Edition of the Mille Miglia, the most prestigious and sought-after edition ever held, taking place from May 22 to May 29, 2027. As a Main Sponsor of the event, we still have a limited number of guaranteed entries available. 1951 ASTON MARTIN DB2 FIRST SANCTION The term “First Sanction” refers to the earliest production batch of DB2s, built between 1950 and 1951, distinguished by their hand-built construction, three-piece front grille, and distinctive early design details First Sanction cars are particularly revered for their purity, rarity, and historical significance One of 39 examples built, a few still exist today in such a tasteful, authentic configuration, with an exterior and interior color combination that perfectly complements the car’s understated character With an estimated 411 DB2s built in total between 1950 and 1953, the early cars remain the most sought-after by collectors Engine: 2.6-litre DOHC Inline-6 Beautifully fully nut and bolt restored in period correct delivery and highly eligible for international historic events like the prestigious Mille Miglia The Aston Martin DB2 holds a special place in the marque’s storied heritage. The DB2 made its debut at the 1950 New York Motor Show, where it impressed with its sleek styling and advanced engineering. It was the first production model built under the guidance of industrialist David Brown, who had acquired Aston Martin in 1947. More than just a new model, the DB2 represented a complete transformation of the company’s identity, ushering in the modern era of performance, elegance, and engineering excellence for which Aston Martin would become world-renowned. When David Brown took control of Aston Martin and later Lagonda, he united two prestigious but struggling British marques. Crucially, the purchase of Lagonda in 1947 gave him access to the brilliant W.O. Bentley-designed 2.6-litre straight-six engine. This advanced dual overhead camshaft unit would become the heart of the DB2 and was far superior to Aston’s pre-war powerplants. The DB2 proved itself in competition. It made a strong showing at the 1950 24 Hours of Le Mans, where two factory-entered prototypes finished first and second in class (fifth and sixth overall). This performance marked the beginning of Aston Martin’s serious motorsport campaign under David Brown and helped cement the DB2’s reputation as both a sports car and a race car. In 1951, Aston Martin entered a pair of early production DB2s (First Sanction cars) in the Mille Miglia, managed by the factory racing team. Piloting the cars were Reg Parnell and George Abecassis, both seasoned drivers and key figures in Aston’s competition program. Their DB2s ran in the 2.0 to 3.0-litre Sports category, competing against some of Europe’s most formidable machinery from Alfa Romeo, Ferrari, and Lancia. Despite the challenging nature of the Mille Miglia, narrow mountain passes, unpredictable weather, and a punishing pace, the DB2s performed admirably, showcasing their balance of power, reliability, and handling. The term “First Sanction” refers to the earliest production batch of DB2s, built between 1950 and 1951, distinguished by their hand-built construction, three-piece front grille, and distinctive early design details. Just 49 of these First Sanction cars were made before Aston Martin introduced the later production runs. With an estimated 411 DB2s built in total between 1950 and 1953, the early cars remain the most sought-after by collectors. ABOUT THIS SPECIFIC EXAMPLE This remarkable 1951 Aston Martin DB2 is a beautifully presented First Sanction example, one of just 49 examples built that are particularly revered for their purity, rarity, and historical significance.