Aston Martin V8 Vantage Volante X-Pack Manual (RHD) 1980
General description :
Uprated engine to V580 X-Pack configuration
Restored to Vantage Volante X-Pack by Lincoln Scott
5-Speed Manual Gearbox
Formerly owned by renowned AM trimmer Lincoln Scott
One of the ‘best’ driving AM V8 available
Exquisitely presented throughout
1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage Volante X-Pack Specification Manual (RHD)
Finished in the sublime colour combination Salisbury Blue Metallic with Parchment Connelly hide piped Blue, matching dark Blue Wilton carpets and Mohair soft top, custom made AM wing embossed over carpets fitted. Converted to X-Pack body styling for the personal use of Lincoln Scott, the car also had the added benefit of the engine built up to X-Pack performance at no expense spared and fully documented.
Additional features of the flagship Aston, included Ronal alloy wheels, Cibie headlights, air Conditioning, large bore sports exhaust, fully electronic soft top with a heated rear window. Our car is also fitted with push-button start, navigation system and a beautiful Nardi wood steering wheel.
Exquisitely presented throughout, the AM has recently undergone the following works; brightwork removed and re-chromed, bodywork stripped back to bare metal and painted in gleaming Salisbury Blue metallic, the interior was completely re-trimmed in Parchment leather with the correct Connelly hide and Wilton carpets fitted with custom made raised central armrest and door pockets with speaker housing made and fitted. All woodwork removed and re-veneered and DB9 push starter button was also added to the interior. Additionally, the 5 Speed Gearbox manual gearbox has been completely rebuilt with a new clutch and flywheel also fitted. To aid the driving experience a handling kit was fitted along with a change of road springs and front anti-roll bar. Suspension works also included replacing gaiters, lower bump stops and all-new drop links, brake system overhauled including rebuilt servos, master cylinder, brake lines, front brake callipers, new front and rear brake discs and two new non-return valves. It was at this point the engine was fully rebuilt to X- Pack specification.
This example has one of the finest history files you will read, with invoices spanning 31 years. Over this course of time every item no matter how small is documented from MOT certificates, to change of ownership and service works to final vehicle inspections.
A serious head-turner which is well-appointed and on the button road-ready for its next lucky owner, look no further…
Now available for viewing at the DD Classics Dealership in London, please call 0208 878 3355 for more information.
https://ddclassics.com/car-listing/aston-martin-v8-vantage-volante-x-pack-manual-rhd/
1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage Volante X-Pack Manual (RHD) is listed sold on ClassicDigest in Surrey by DD Classics for £179950.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : Aston Martin Model : V8 Model Version : Vantage Volante X-Pack Manual (RHD) Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1980 Sub type : Van Location : Surrey
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About Aston Martin
Aston Martin, one of Britain's best known sports car manufacturer, was founded in 1913 by Lionel Martin and Robert Bamford. During its chequered financial history the company has had numerous owners taking over the company, Sir David Brown just to mention one.
Between the wars Bertelli was both technical director and designer of all new Aston Martins, thus known as "Bertelli cars". These included the 1½-litre "T-type", "International", "Le Mans", "MKII" its racing version, the "Ulster", and the 2-litre 15/98 and its race going derivative, the "Speed Model".
During the war years the company produced aircraft components.
In 1947, Aston was purchased and thus saved by Sir David Brown. The company also acquired Lagonda the same year for its 2.6-litre W. O. Bentley-designed engine. Both companies shared resources and workshops creating the iconic "DB" series of cars. In 1950, they presented the DB2, followed by the DB2/4 in 1953, the DB2/4 MkII in 1955, the DB Mark III in 1957.
DB4 with its strong Italian flavor and construction was introduced in 1958. The lightweight superleggera (tube-frame) body was designed by Carrozzeria Touring in Milan. Although the design and construction techniques were Italian, the DB4 was the first Aston to be built at the company's Newport Pagnell works in Buckinghamshire, England. The six-cylinder engines of these cars from 1954 up to 1965 were designed by Tadek Marek. Despite initial problems with cracking engine blocks DB4 was a success that really established the make together with its later derivates DB5, of James Bond Goldfinger fame, and more civilized DB6 Grand Tourer.
With the all new model DBS in the late 60's the company went to eight cylinder configuration when it was modified to Aston Martin v8 – a sort of Gentleman's muscle car.