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This 1965 Aston Martin DB5 is a matching numbers example and an exceptional candidate for restoration. Recently uncovered in California after decades out of public view, this iconic grand tourer has patiently awaited its next passionate caretaker. Offered largely complete and intact, it presents a rare opportunity to revive one of the most celebrated Aston Martins ever built. While a few components are missing, discovering a DB5 in genuine project condition has become exceedingly uncommon. Retaining its original engine, this is a highly worthwhile restoration with tremendous upside for the dedicated enthusiast or collector. A special find indeed!
Few automobiles carry the prestige and recognition of the Aston Martin DB5. Introduced in 1963 as Aston Martin’s flagship grand tourer, the DB5 quickly established itself as a symbol of sophistication, performance, and style. Its legendary status was cemented by its unforgettable appearance in the 1964 James Bond film Goldfinger, elevating the model to worldwide fame. Beyond its cinematic legacy, however, the DB5 earned admiration as a true driver’s car—powerful, refined, and exceptionally capable on the open road.
Today, any DB5 represents a cornerstone collectible among postwar British sports and GT cars, prized equally for its driving experience and investment-grade desirability. Unrestored examples have become extraordinarily difficult to find, making this matching numbers project a potentially once-in-a-generation opportunity to acquire and restore one of Aston Martin’s most iconic creations.
- Matching numbers example
- Extremely rare and exciting restorable DB5
- Largely complete and intact
- Just discovered after decades hidden away in California
Price: $289,500
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