2003 Aston Martin DB7 Vantage Convertible

We are pleased to report that this DB7 is indeed, a V12 model. This V12 Vantage makes roughly 420hp, has a ZF 5HP30 automatic transmission, and weighs just shy of two tons. Visual differences when compared to straight-six DB7 include different side mirrors, large fog lights under the regular headlights, and ‘DB7 Vantage’ badging at the rear.

Flat British racing green paint is the optimal color for these DB7s which is exactly what we have today. The paint looks right at home on this beast and while it does look incredible, there are a few problem areas to mention. First, the bottom of the front bumper is riddled with curb rash. These scratches are hard to see from a standing perspective and were likely caused by parking too close the concrete dividers in various parking lots. Second, there are two large scratches on the passenger side of the front bumper and the paint is cracking on the driver’s side. Third is that the front bumper needs to be refastened on the driver’s side, it sometimes sags out of place. There are minor imperfections on one of the rear quarter panels and at the bottom of the passenger side skirt. Overall, the damage around the outside is far from major, and is hard to notice from an average distance.

The tan leather interior in this DB7 is in wonderful condition. The floormats are really the only area lacking inside this V12 monster, because they don’t match up to the condition the rest of the interior is in. Both door panels are tidy, and the wooden inlays look excellent. The leather dash pad over the instrument cluster is starting to wrinkle and either needs some basic smoothing out or some heavier duty treatment.

We are pleased to report that the underside of this DB7 is clean. The floor pan looks excellent, the exhaust has minimal surface corrosion at best, although it looks more like discoloration than anything else, and photos inside the wheel wells further reinforce the cleanliness of this vehicle.

Originally purchased in 2003, this Aston spent its first few years in sunny West Hollywood, California. Sometime between ’03 and ’07, the car moved up to Bellevue, Washington before being sold in March of that same year. From 2007 to 2020, the car bounced between Seattle and Santa Barbara with the second owner, while impressively only driving around 1,300 miles per year on average. Thanks to the documents available to us, we gather that the seller took ownership of this vehicle in July of 2020.

The Aston that saved Aston and ran the highest production numbers for the company in their history at the time. The DB7 was the car that brought the company into the modern world and the car that consolidated the design language for all subsequent models. It’s a beautifully designed and styled car with a huge V12 to boot, a smooth grand tourer and a civilized city car, they’re also priced exceptionally well when considering how much car you’re getting and the market for these has been set for some time.

This example is placed perfectly for the next owner to add value to it by tidying up some of the small blemishes that come from being used as intended. This could be the perfect opportunity to bag an iconic V12 Aston for a bargain price to only add value in years to come. In addition to that, you’d have a car that still turns heads to this day and would take a long road trip in its stride.

The Market by Bonhams is excited to auction this DB7 with no reserve and an estimate between $20,000-$30,000.

It should be noted that this vehicle has been on static display for a number of years and there is no history available beyond that displayed in our photography section.

We have not started or driven the car so cannot vouch for its mechanical viability or functionality. It will require recommissioning prior to road use and is sold ‘as seen’.

Please note that the title for this vehicle is in transit.

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