Aston Martin DB4 (1963)

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Showcased at the 1965 Geneva Motor Show One of just 60 Factory-Original Vantage specification examples, one of 20 factory LHD DB5 Vantages Fully optioned including Special Series engine, Electric window lifts, overdrive, and limited show finish to engine compartment Benefits from impressive exterior restoration Finished since new in a sophisticated Platinum shade By the time the Series V arrived, every element had been carefully considered: improved cooling, more comfortable proportions, and a more mature presence on the road It represents the final and most refined stage of the DB4 lineage, just before the arrival of the DB5 The interior is original and well-preserved, with a desirable level of patina The rare Aston Martin DB4 Series V Vantage was used during the production of Goldfinger (1964), where it stood in for what audiences today remember as James Bond’s famous DB5 on screen Factory records and collector estimates suggest that probably fewer than 10–15 Series V Vantages were finished in Platinum, making it one of the most sought-after and exclusive choices Aston Martin began as a small British company with a big dream: to build cars that combined speed, style, and craftsmanship. From the earliest models, every car was designed to be elegant and exciting. The DB series, named after David Brown, became the heart of Aston Martin. The DB2 introduced light, sporty cars with racing spirit, while the DB4 brought smoother lines, more comfort, and stronger performance. The Vantage versions added even more power, making them especially thrilling to drive. The DB series, especially the DB5, has become forever linked to the world of James Bond, symbolizing style, sophistication, and the thrilling elegance of a spy’s life. Although widely recognized by audiences as a DB5 in the James Bond films, the car actually used on set was a rare DB4 Series V. The Aston Martin DB4 was produced between 1958 and 1963, with a total of 1,204 examples built across all five series. Within this production, the Series V accounted for approximately 297 units, making it one of the rarer final evolutions of the model. Of these, just 60 examples were specified as Vantage models, equipped with the higher-performance engine featuring triple SU carburetors. Left-hand-drive cars form an even smaller subset, with approximately 20 examples built, as many DB4s were originally delivered in right-hand drive for the British market. Within this already rare group, the Platinum finish was exceptionally uncommon. Out of a total production of 60 Vantage examples, factory records and collector estimates suggest that probably fewer than 10–15 Series V Vantages were finished in Platinum, making it one of the most sought-after and exclusive choices. Within this production, it is also believed that among left-hand-drive cars it could be one of the very few produced, though the precise figure remains unknown. ABOUT THIS SPECIFIC EXAMPLE This specific example was exhibited at the 1963 Geneva Motor Show, immediately distinguishing itself with a combination of elegance and performance and adding a significant layer of historical provenance. On the original build sheet, it is noted that the engine bay was to be finished to a show standard, a detail of particular importance that greatly enhances the car’s collectible value and originality. Built in 1963 and configured in left-hand drive, it presents with refined, understated elegance, finished in a sophisticated Platinum exterior that enhances the purity of its lines. The factory records confirm that the car was equipped with the desirable high-performance Vantage engine, featuring triple SU carburettors, producing approximately 266 hp, around 25 HP more than the standard DB4. As one of just 20 left-hand drive Series V Vantages ever produced, it stands as an exceptionally rare and highly desirable example of the model.