30th Jul, 2023 12:00
The Gold Cup Classic & Performance Car & Motorcycle Auction
1999 Aston Martin DB7 i6 Volante
Only 48,000 miles from new
Registration - R100 ACR
Chassis No. - SCFAA3116XK202528
M.O.T. - March 2024
Odometer - 48,597
Viewed with the hood down or up, the convertible version of Aston Martin’s sleek DB7 looks as good today as when it debuted 30 years ago. This particular example is finished in the attractive combination of Mendip Blue bodywork, blue hood and blue-piped grey leather interior trim. It has had just four keepers to date, who’ve amassed an indicated 47,701 miles between them. It’s been in the vendor’s care since June last year, and he currently rates the six-cylinder engine, automatic gearbox, bodywork, paintwork and upholstery as all being ‘excellent’ order. He is now offering ‘R100 ACR’ complete with Kenwood CD/radio (including remote control), space saver spare wheel, a large history file containing many invoices from Aston Martin dealer Stratton Motor Company, stamped service book, and a current MOT valid to March 23 next year.
The handsome i6 DB7 was built during Ford’s tenure of iconic British sports car manufacturer Aston Martin, and revived the nomenclature of the much vaunted and now highly collectable David Brown Astons of the ‘50s and ‘60s. The coupe version was launched at the Geneva Salon of 1993 and, as Ford also owned Jaguar at the time, it was based on a modified XJS platform. Though the memorable styling owed much to the stillborn Jaguar F-Type, the final look was crafted by in-house designer Ian Callum. Power came from a supercharged, Jaguar-derived straight-six unit of 3.2-litres capacity. The cars were built at a new factory in Bloxham near Banbury that had previously produced the Jaguar XJ220, and the engineering was sub-contracted to Tom Walkinshaw Racing. The body was pressed steel clad with moulded plastic panels and its luxurious interior was dominated by Connolly hide and walnut. Penned by Callum at the same time as the coupe, the convertible Volante version was unveiled at the LA and Detroit auto shows of early 1996 – America being the chief market for the company’s soft-tops. Some 895 i6 Volantes had been produced by the time the model was supplanted by the V12 Vantage during 1999.
In summary:
- One of only 895 i6 Volantes made
- Four keepers and 47,701 miles from new
- Comes with comprehensive service history and current MOT
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Estimated at £18,000 - £20,000Registration - R100 ACR
Chassis No. - SCFAA3116XK202528
M.O.T. - March 2024
Odometer - 48,597
Viewed with the hood down or up, the convertible version of Aston Martin’s sleek DB7 looks as good today as when it debuted 30 years ago. This particular example is finished in the attractive combination of Mendip Blue bodywork, blue hood and blue-piped grey leather interior trim. It has had just four keepers to date, who’ve amassed an indicated 47,701 miles between them. It’s been in the vendor’s care since June last year, and he currently rates the six-cylinder engine, automatic gearbox, bodywork, paintwork and upholstery as all being ‘excellent’ order. He is now offering ‘R100 ACR’ complete with Kenwood CD/radio (including remote control), space saver spare wheel, a large history file containing many invoices from Aston Martin dealer Stratton Motor Company, stamped service book, and a current MOT valid to March 23 next year.
The handsome i6 DB7 was built during Ford’s tenure of iconic British sports car manufacturer Aston Martin, and revived the nomenclature of the much vaunted and now highly collectable David Brown Astons of the ‘50s and ‘60s. The coupe version was launched at the Geneva Salon of 1993 and, as Ford also owned Jaguar at the time, it was based on a modified XJS platform. Though the memorable styling owed much to the stillborn Jaguar F-Type, the final look was crafted by in-house designer Ian Callum. Power came from a supercharged, Jaguar-derived straight-six unit of 3.2-litres capacity. The cars were built at a new factory in Bloxham near Banbury that had previously produced the Jaguar XJ220, and the engineering was sub-contracted to Tom Walkinshaw Racing. The body was pressed steel clad with moulded plastic panels and its luxurious interior was dominated by Connolly hide and walnut. Penned by Callum at the same time as the coupe, the convertible Volante version was unveiled at the LA and Detroit auto shows of early 1996 – America being the chief market for the company’s soft-tops. Some 895 i6 Volantes had been produced by the time the model was supplanted by the V12 Vantage during 1999.
In summary:
- One of only 895 i6 Volantes made
- Four keepers and 47,701 miles from new
- Comes with comprehensive service history and current MOT
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Auction: The Gold Cup Classic & Performance Car & Motorcycle Auction, 30th Jul, 2023
This auction of classic cars, motorbikes, registrations & automobilia will take place on the final day of the prestigious Oulton Park Gold Cup weekend.
We are delighted to again be be running this live event at the Gold Cup.
If you wish to consign your vehicle to this auction, you can request a valuation here or by calling on of the team on 01606 828124
Viewing Days:
Friday, 28th July 2023 9am - 7pm
Saturday, 29th July 2023 9am - 7pm
Sunday Morning, 30th July 2023 9am - 12pm
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