Aston Martin DBS

Modifications

Modifications of this DBS Sports Saloon costed around $120.000, which included: 'comprehensive mechanical restoration and sympathetic cosmetic attention, all of which was documented with photos. On the technical side that included: complete engine disassembly and rebuild, including carburettors; restoration of the entire cooling system, oil cooler, and transmission lines, power steering, electrical system, alternator, distributor, etc.; the entire braking system, fuel tank, and entire fuel system were restored, as was the air conditioning and interior heating systems, and the entire front and rear suspension systems, plus axles and rear differential were rebuilt.

Alongside this, the exterior was refinished and polished, factory bumpers refitted, new wheel bearings, wheels and tyres fitted. The floor pans were restored and refinished, and the underside of the car cleaned, prepped and painted. The front grill, tail lights and side marker lights were replaced also. The interior was subjected to a similarly thorough redo, with restoration of the dash leather and factory wrinkle finish, the gauges cleaned and tested, and interior switches restored or replaced where necessary. To accompany the working original radio, new speakers were fitted. New carpets throughout including the boot were added.'