2000 Aston Martin Db7 Vantage Coupe 2-door 6.0l on 2040-cars
San Anselmo, California, United States
You are bidding on a 2000 Aston Martin db7 Vantage, with the bigger (and better) 6.0 liter V12 engine, paddle shift clutch less transmission, 477 horsepower. The car has under 21,000 miles. Before me it belonged to the actor Jack Lemmon, who scarcely drove it because of his age. It was purchased from his estate by the Beverly Hills Porsche dealership and sold directly to me. They can provide proof of lineage using the VIN. The car was a present from my wife. I cared for it with the appropriate love, as if it was an extension of her. It was serviced exclusively by a team of British car specialists who deal with Jags & Astons only. I'm happy to put the buyer in touch with them, to answer any additional question if needed. My wife passed away several years ago and I've just driven the car less since; it's time to find it a new loving home.. The body is 200% clean, the interior in great condition, and the motor is as well tuned as if it'd just left the factory. When you push the engine 'start' button and hear that big V12 roar to life, you'll know why you bought it :) It was purchased for $42,000, I'm asking for $35,000 taking into account market devaluation and the few miles I added to its odometer. This is an honest sale, from an honest car lover and a big fan of Astons. |
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