There is nothing quite like an Aston Martin. Apart from a few blips on the radar, nearly every model has hit the nail on the head and provided the very best in style, power, grace and class. Even those who have no interest in cars get all wobbly kneed at the sight of a well-heeled Aston.
Even the name is cool. I defy you not to sound like aristocracy when pronouncing the whole package. So, the 5 most iconic Astons? It’s debateable, but we think we’ve cracked it.
1. Aston Martin DB5
Yesh, Miss Moneypenny, nothing is anywhere near as cool or iconic as the DB5. Oozing panache and easily the most attention-attracting car in the world, this 1963 DB5 is the sixth car off the 850 strong production line. Fully rebuilt 4.2-litre RSW Vantage engine, suspension and brakes aside, this DB5 is in showroom condition with a concealed modern hi-fi system. All in all, rather stocked!
2. Aston Martin Vanquish
Brosnan’s bond may have defected to BMW, but he saw the light upon the release of the Vanquish. With twelve growling cylinders offering up the perfect blend of horsepower and charm, to many nothing incorporates Astons past glories with their future direction any better.
This is a rather tasty example, a ‘Sport Dynamic Package’ of which only 94 were manufactured. Packed with everything even Q would be proud of, you will be the envy of every motorist passing your way.
3. Aston Martin DB7
Ignore the fact this is an XJ-S with fancy bits. This is a proper, exhaust snorting Aston Martin that adorned the fantasy garage of all teenage boys during the Nineties. Still a common sight, the V12 is the one to go for.
And that’s what we have found here. Only two previous owners have held the keys. Investment? Sunday car? This can be both – and still ascend the price ladder.
4. Aston Martin V8Vantage
Unlike its rivals, the V8 Vantage is not just a rip-roaring V8 bruiser but also a useable car. Featuring nice things its German, Japanese or American competitors just don’t get, the Vantage is now well within collectors status for a fraction of what a good DB5 would set you back.
This Vantage is a treat. Don’t let the LHD put you off; only 100 of these X-Pack engined Vantage brutes were made, by hand, and values are already soaring. This one has been meticulously taken care ofwith the original five-speed gearbox put back in. Sat alongside the X-Pack engine, this cruising machine will never fail to put a smile on your face.
5. Aston Martin Lagonda
From deep within the Seventies comes this space-age looking beast. Produced over a fourteen-year period, the Lagonda is both rare and debatably desirable. The equivalent of Aston Martin Marmite, you’ll ether love it or hate it. However, regardless of opinion, this is becoming a sought after gem.
This particular model is a Series 4 Lagonda, with only 105 examples produced. Offered with a full years MoT, and only 80,000 miles on the clock, you won’t find a more controversial Aston Martin around.