1967 Aston Martin DB6 Vantage Left-Hand-Drive 5-Speed
Now offered is this 1967 Aston Martin DB6 Vantage Left-Hand-Drive 5-Speed featuring a matching-numbers engine, a particularly rare example finished in its factory color of Silver Birch (M035-2829) with a Black interior (VM.8500). This classic car retains its original character beneath a heavy patina and primer finish, presenting a compelling opportunity to acquire and restore one of Aston Martin s most desirable grand touring cars.
Highlights:
- Matching Numbers Engine
- One of Only 37 LHD DB6 Vantage Examples Ever Made
- Factory Color: Silver Birch (M035-2829)
- Interior Color: Black (VM.8500)
- 4.0-Liter Inline 6-Cylinder DOHC Engine
- Triple Weber Twin-Choke Carburetors
- 5-Speed Manual Transmission
- Air Conditioning
- Power Windows
- Left-Hand Drive Configuration
- Kamm-Tail Rear Design
- Smiths/Lucas Instrumentation
- Jensen AM/FM Radio
- BMIHT Certified Copy of a Factory Record (Digital Copy Included)
- 15-Inch Chrome Wire Wheels
- Three-Ear Hub Caps
What makes this DB6 especially significant is its specification and rarity. One of only 37 left-hand-drive DB6 Vantage examples ever produced, combining the Vantage specification with the desirable 5-speed manual gearbox and left-hand-drive configuration. The car is also accompanied by a British Motor Industry Heritage Trust (BMIHT) certified copy (digital) of the factory record, providing valuable documentation of its original specification.
At the heart of the DB6 Vantage is Aston Martin s 4.0-liter inline 6-cylinder engine, equipped with triple Weber twin-choke side-draft carburetors. The Vantage specification was developed to give the DB6 stronger performance while retaining the long-distance touring character that made these cars so appealing. A 5-speed manual transmission with a floor-mounted shifter adds to the car s sporting character and makes this configuration particularly sought after among collectors.
The DB6 also introduced some of Aston Martin s most recognizable design details. Its fastback profile flows into the distinctive Kamm-style rear tail, with the integrated lip molded into the body above the trunk lid. This aerodynamic treatment became one of the defining visual features of the DB6 and helped distinguish it from the earlier DB5. 15-inch chrome wire wheels with three-ear knock-off hub caps and blackwall tires complete the period-correct appearance.
Inside, the car features black leather seating, matching black carpeting, front bucket seats, a rear bench seat, power windows, and Smiths/Lucas instrumentation. The dashboard includes the centrally mounted analog clock, toggle switches, glove box, and Jensen AM/FM radio. Air conditioning adds a welcome touring feature to a car designed for covering long distances in style.
This particular DB6 is running and driving using an external fuel tank, but it will require additional cosmetic and mechanical work before it can be considered road-ready. The existing patina and primer finish clearly show that this is a restoration candidate rather than a finished collector car, allowing the next owner to decide how far to take the restoration while preserving the character and history of the car.
With its left-hand-drive configuration, Vantage specification, 5-speed manual transmission, Silver Birch factory color, and documented rarity, this DB6 represents an unusual opportunity for an Aston Martin collector or marque specialist. Finding a DB6 Vantage with this combination of specifications is exceptionally difficult, and this example offers the chance to restore a genuinely significant Aston Martin rather than simply acquire another finished car. It may very well be among the last surviving LHD 5-speed DB6 Vantage examples awaiting recommissioning, making it a compelling opportunity for someone looking for a highly authentic, historically important Aston Martin project. For $249,950