28th Jul, 2024 12:00
The Gold Cup Classic & Performance Car Auction
1999 Aston Martin DB7 i6 Volante
A credible 50,000 miles from new with a comprehensive history file
Registration - R100 ACR
Chassis No. - SCFAA3116XK202528
M.O.T. - March 2024
Odometer - 50,006
Viewed with the hood down or up, the convertible version of Aston Martin’s sleek DB7 looks as good today as when it debuted 30 years ago. This particular example is finished in the attractive combination of Mendip Blue bodywork, blue hood and blue-piped grey leather interior trim. It has had just four keepers to date, who have amassed an indicated 50,006 miles between them.The car has been in the vendor’s care since June last year, and he currently rates the six-cylinder engine, automatic gearbox, bodywork, paintwork and upholstery as all being ‘excellent’ order. He is now offering ‘R100 ACR’ complete with Kenwood CD/radio (including remote control), space saver spare wheel, a large history file containing many invoices from Aston Martin dealer Stratton Motor Company, stamped service book, and a current MOT valid to January 25 next year.
The handsome i6 DB7 was built during Ford’s tenure of iconic British sports car manufacturer Aston Martin, and revived the nomenclature of the much vaunted and now highly collectable David Brown Astons of the ‘50s and ‘60s. The coupe version was launched at the Geneva Salon of 1993 and, as Ford also owned Jaguar at the time, it was based on a modified XJS platform. Though the memorable styling owed much to the stillborn Jaguar F-Type, the final look was crafted by in-house designer Ian Callum. Power came from a supercharged, Jaguar-derived straight-six unit of 3.2-litres capacity. The cars were built at a new factory in Bloxham near Banbury that had previously produced the Jaguar XJ220, and the engineering was sub-contracted to Tom Walkinshaw Racing. The body was pressed steel clad with moulded plastic panels and its luxurious interior was dominated by Connolly hide and walnut. Penned by Callum at the same time as the coupe, the convertible Volante version was unveiled at the LA and Detroit auto shows of early 1996 – America being the chief market for the company’s soft-tops. Some 895 i6 Volantes had been produced by the time the model was supplanted by the V12 Vantage during 1999.
In summary:
- One of only 895 i6 Volantes made
- Four keepers and a credible 50,006 miles from new
- Comes with comprehensive service history and current MOT
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Estimated at £14,000 - £16,000
Registration - R100 ACR
Chassis No. - SCFAA3116XK202528
M.O.T. - March 2024
Odometer - 50,006
Viewed with the hood down or up, the convertible version of Aston Martin’s sleek DB7 looks as good today as when it debuted 30 years ago. This particular example is finished in the attractive combination of Mendip Blue bodywork, blue hood and blue-piped grey leather interior trim. It has had just four keepers to date, who have amassed an indicated 50,006 miles between them.The car has been in the vendor’s care since June last year, and he currently rates the six-cylinder engine, automatic gearbox, bodywork, paintwork and upholstery as all being ‘excellent’ order. He is now offering ‘R100 ACR’ complete with Kenwood CD/radio (including remote control), space saver spare wheel, a large history file containing many invoices from Aston Martin dealer Stratton Motor Company, stamped service book, and a current MOT valid to January 25 next year.
The handsome i6 DB7 was built during Ford’s tenure of iconic British sports car manufacturer Aston Martin, and revived the nomenclature of the much vaunted and now highly collectable David Brown Astons of the ‘50s and ‘60s. The coupe version was launched at the Geneva Salon of 1993 and, as Ford also owned Jaguar at the time, it was based on a modified XJS platform. Though the memorable styling owed much to the stillborn Jaguar F-Type, the final look was crafted by in-house designer Ian Callum. Power came from a supercharged, Jaguar-derived straight-six unit of 3.2-litres capacity. The cars were built at a new factory in Bloxham near Banbury that had previously produced the Jaguar XJ220, and the engineering was sub-contracted to Tom Walkinshaw Racing. The body was pressed steel clad with moulded plastic panels and its luxurious interior was dominated by Connolly hide and walnut. Penned by Callum at the same time as the coupe, the convertible Volante version was unveiled at the LA and Detroit auto shows of early 1996 – America being the chief market for the company’s soft-tops. Some 895 i6 Volantes had been produced by the time the model was supplanted by the V12 Vantage during 1999.
In summary:
- One of only 895 i6 Volantes made
- Four keepers and a credible 50,006 miles from new
- Comes with comprehensive service history and current MOT
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Auction: The Gold Cup Classic & Performance Car Auction, 28th Jul, 2024
This auction of classic, performance and supercars took place on the final day of the prestigious Oulton Park Gold Cup weekend.
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