1977 Aston Martin V8

--Ascot Grey with Burgundy leather interior and Burgundy carpeting, 5.3 liter V8 engine, Automatic transmission, 57,000 miles one family owned since new.

With an estimated 315bhp available from its 5,340cc four-cam engine, the V8 could reach 100mph in under 14 seconds, running on to a top speed of 160mph, staggering performance for the era. Described by former Aston Martin Chairman Victor Gauntlett as "a stylish thoroughbred, beautifully built, luxurious, fast and immensely safe," the V8 was built in several variants. The most successful Aston Martin ever, the V8 survived the changes of ownership and financial upheavals of the 1970s, enjoying a record-breaking production run lasting from 1974 to 1989, with 2,919 cars sold.

This one family owned V8 Aston is complete with copies of its original factory build records, factory warranty card plus large history file. Being built for the US market and equipped with a left-hand-drive steering, 3-speed automatic transmission and extremely rare factory fitted electric sliding sunroof. Well known in AMOC circles and to Autosport Designs own Tom P since new. Also benefitting with upgrades of Aluminum radiator, Modern Electronic ignition and Stereo head unit with Amplifier.

This represents an extremely rare opportunity to own a very well documented, serviced, original and well treated Aston Martin V8. Comes complete with Heritage certificate, Jack, Spare, Tool Roll and Service file. Ready for immediate use and enjoyment.