2004 Aston Martin DB7 Zagato

The achingly pretty Aston Martin DB7 made its official debut at Geneva in 1993 as a spiritual successor to the firm’s iconic six-cylinder models of the 1950s and 1960s and marked the beginning of a bold new era for the brand. The new car was aimed at a younger audience than its more traditional V8 machinery. The drophead Volante joined the DB7 range in 1996, while in 1999 the supercharged 335 horsepower straight-six gave way to a 5,935 cc 420 horsepower V12 in the subtly restyled Vantage. By its own standards, the English marque made the DB7 in significant numbers, with some 7,000 leaving the Bloxham works. However, like its illustrious forebears, the DB4 and V8, the DB7 would also form the basis of an ultra-exclusive masterpiece bodied by Milanese coachbuilder Zagato.

The brainchild of Aston Martin CEO, Ulrich Bez, and his Italian counterpart Andrea Zagato, the car came about as a result of a conversation at the 2001 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance. It was subsequently announced at the Geneva Motor Show the following spring. Drawing heavily from the two firms’ rich heritage, the aggressive styling is attributed to Zagato designer, Norihiko Harada, and features bespoke aluminium, steel and composite panels unique to this most desirable of DB7s, including the carrozzeria’s signature “double-bubble” roofline.

Powered by an uprated 435 horsepower V12, this model features improved brakes and suspension compared to the standard run. Furthermore, a revised 4.09:1 limited-slip differential is fitted while the Zagato is a tauter, more driver-focussed device than the already sublime Vantage. The incredible powerplant allows the car to storm to 60 mph in 4.9 seconds and onto a top speed of 186 mph.

 Although significantly more orders were received from discerning enthusiasts, production was capped by the manufacturer at a mere 99 cars, of which we are delighted to offer for sale car number 58.

Supplied new through Aston Martin Works in January 2004, this right-hand drive example was specified in Grigio Titanium over a sumptuous Chestnut Aniline leather interior. With just two owners from new, it remains in outstanding condition, having covered just over 8,500 miles. Despite its low mileage, the car has been meticulously maintained throughout its life and sits today in impeccable mechanical and cosmetic order. It is complete with its unique numbered car cover, protective interior covers, Aston Martin charger, owner’s handbooks, two keys and a rigorous history folio.

Highly exclusive and desirable, this example represents the opportunity to own a symbol of one of the greatest brand partnerships in the motoring world. Contact us now for more information or to arrange a viewing.