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| Aston Martin DB2/4 (1953 - 1955) |  |
| Introduced to the public at the London Motor Show in 1953, the DB2/4 offered very much a first in the motoring world - since then much copied. It's Aston Martin that we have to thank for bringing the world the 'hatchback'. This came about as the DB2/4 was a four seater (really a 2+2) unlike the pure two seat DB2, and rear access was required for the occupants luggage. The roofline of the DB2/4 was raised so as to provide extra headroom for rear seat passengers. Also the windscreen became a single piece full width curved affair. 50 years after it was first seen, the hatchback returned to the Aston Martin range on the AMV8 Vantage concept and into production with the Gaydon built V8 Vantage. |  |
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As well as the useful hatchback, the DB2/4 can be distinguished from the earlier car by more substantial bumpers with over-riders. Also the headlamps were repositioned slightly higher as demanded by new safety regulations. |
| Initially the 2/4 had, as standard, the 2.6 litre engine (2580 cc, VB6E/) in Vantage tune straight from the DB2 which produced 125bhp. Then from mid 1954, an enlarged 2.9 litre (2922 cc, VB6/J) was introduced giving 140bhp. This translated into a genuine 120mph top speed. | |
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This unique DB2/4 features a non-original smooth front end with grill and headlights reminiscent of the racing DB3S's of the same era. It has been a regular sight at AMOC meeting for many years. |
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Almost all of the Aston Martins featured on this site are highly polished and well preserved examples of the marque. But here is something a little different. This highly original 2/4 was photographed at the Bonhams/Brookes/AML auction in May 2001. The car was laid up in 1967 and had not been in use since. Totally original and complete cars such as this are in growing demand and are now commanding a high price at auction. |
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