What is a DB4?
The DB4 is a grand tourer that was produced by Aston Martin from 1958 until 1963. Technically the DB4 was not a development of the DB Mark III it replaced. It had a platform rather than a tubular chassis with a new engine by Tadek Marek.
How many Aston Martin DB4 are left?
Now, some 59 years after that very first example left the factory, Aston Martin are bringing the DB4 G.T. back to life with a limited production of 25 DB4 G.T.
How many DB4 GT were made?
The original DB4 GTs were produced from 1959 to 1963. Only 75 were made; eight of those were special lightweight limited-edition models.
How many DB4 Zagatos were made?
In late 1960 DB4GT Zagato was unveiled at the London Motor Show, clothed in a stunningly beautiful and lightweight body from the famous Italian coachbuilder. Only 19 examples were produced and this rarity is reflected in their high value today.
How much was a DB4 new?
$7.9 million
The going price for the pair is a staggering $7.9 million and only the DBS GT Zagato will be legal on the street, with the DB4 GT Zagato relegated to track use only likely due to it not meeting modern regulations.
Did James Bond drive a DB4?
A recently-discovered Aston Martin DB4, built in 1962 and used as a test car by James Bond special effects designers for the classic film Goldfinger, is up for auction.
When was the Aston Martin DB4?
Launched in October 1958, the DB4 marked a major turning point for Aston Martin as it was the first Aston Martin to carry Carrozzeria Touring’s ‘Superleggera’ bodywork, in which light alloy panels were fixed to a framework of light-gauge steel tubes welded to a platform chassis.
What is the difference between DB4 and DB5?
The principal differences between the DB4 Series V and the DB5 are the all-aluminium engine, enlarged from 3.7 L to 4.0 L; a new robust ZF five-speed transmission (except for some of the very first DB5s); and three SU carburettors.
How much is a DB4 GT Zagato?
The DB4 GT Zagato raced at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1961, but couldn’t repeat the 1-2 finish Aston drove to in 1959. The estimate for this sale is between 7 and 9 million pounds, which comes out to $9.2 million to $11.8 million.