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Aston Martin DB5 |
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29.03.01 (727 review reads) |
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Advantages: Far swankier than a Jag. Good performance
Disadvantages: Expensive, troublesome, delicate, precious, potentailly a nightmare due to pants UK electrics and bodge artists
Contrary to previos posts, the DB5 is a wonderful 60's icon though is not without it's flaws
I have been a mechanic for an Aston Martin specialist for 10 years
The DB4, 5 and 6 are similar cars so this post applies to all
The DB4 has a 3.7 litre engine running 3 SU carbs and the 5 and 6 have 4 liters using 3 carbs, SU and Weber for the Vantage versions
The DB4 runs Webers for the GT version
They are beautiful cars no doubt but they do not have Walnut dashes as previously described!
They have fine strong engines and fantastic bodywork. It's the bits that join them that can be poor at times
Step in and the classic dash sets you in fine stead for what is to come. Twist the questionable Lucas ignition switch and the engine barks into life
Shove the baulky gearbox into 1st and off we go
There is ample power on tap from the 4 litre engines and you are quickly propelled up the road in style
Hit a corner and your nerves will be tested for sure!
If the car is on it's original Cross Ply tyres it feels like you are captaining a small boat! If the car has had some suspension mods and some radial tyres fitted it is another story. The car will corner with ease and vogor.
The competition in it's day didn't have a lot to worry about! Push the power and the chassis copes commendably well.
Coming to a stop may be a problem if you are in a DB4 as the brakes leave a lot to be desired
Get a nice car and you will have a lot of fun, but get a poorly restored car and your worst nightmare has just begun! These cars will swallow all your cash and time if you have not bought a good one!
You have been warned!
The boot space is very good and the interior nicely designed
Aston Martins command a lot more respect than JAguars that's for sure!
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