Equipment
Upgraded 5-speed gearbox and triple SU carbs, dual exhaust, chrome centerlock wire wheels, Dunlop tires, dual mirrors, wood-rim steering wheel, Smiths dash clock.
Condition
#1 Concours
World-class. Could compete in the world’s best Concours d'Elegance events.
Gorgeous highly detailed engine bay. Excellent paint and chrome. Top fits perfectly. Even gaps. Excellent interior. Fitted with a later 5-speed and a period-correct triple-carb setup, this DB2/4 was treated to a restoration that totaled over $400,000 and was completed in 2010, although it looks like it was done yesterday and is an absolute stunner. It's an exquisite, show quality example of a rare drophead DB2/4, the model that first introduced Aston's characteristic grille shape to the road cars. All proceeds to the St. Joseph Elementary School in Redding, California.
Market commentary
Though it has been modified from original, the changes were both minimal and tasteful, and thanks to the car's immaculate presentation the bidders didn't care and bid it to a huge result that is indicative both of this car's condition and of the popularity of vintage Astons in the current market.