1956 Aston Martin DB3S

1956 Aston Martin DB3S Vehicle Profiles

1956 Aston Martin DB3S vehicle information
Fixed Head Coupe

Designer: Frank Feeley
Chassis #: DB3S/120
1956 Aston Martin DB3S vehicle information
Roadster

Chassis #: DB3S/9

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DB3S

Specification Comparison by Year

Year
Production
Wheelbase
Engine
Prices
93.00 in.
6 cyl., 176.97 CID., 180.00hp
93.00 in.
6 cyl., 178.00 CID., 210.00hp

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