1970 Aston Martin DB6 Mk2 Volante

In June, during its Aston Martin sale at Reading (UK), this highly prized by collectors 1970 Aston Martin DB6 Mk2 Volante will heading to auction through Bonhams for about $1,000,000.

History of the Aston Martin DB6 Mk2 Volante

All started with the Aston Martin DB4 model presented in 1958, the DB6, its sibling, was built from 1965 to 1969 and an Italian design by Carrozzeria Touring in Milan. The DB6 was introduced in 1966 at the London Motor Show.

This model, Mk2 Volante, was produced in only 38 examples with the DB6 chassis after 1969. This model is longer than the DB4, so more place for the rear passengers.

Technical specification

The engine was designed by Tadek Marek, Polish automobile engineer working for Aston Martin and tested in the DBR2 sports-racer. With the DB6m the engine was upgraded to 4.0 litres with triple Webers delivering 325 hp.

The Volante offered four-seat accommodation with leather upholstery, deep-pile carpets and an electrically operated hood.

Sources

Auction at Bonhams
Aston Martin DB6 on Wiki

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