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The initial run of fifty Aston Martin DB2s with the distinctive three-piece grille were called 'First Sanction' cars and are distinguished by their side extractor grilles, twin fuel fillers and flush-mounted windows. In 1950, Aston Martin DB2s finished in 5th and 6th place at Le Mans which prompted a great many orders for similar cars from all over the world.
This example was shipped to Australia in 1950 for its first owner, Tony Luxton of Victoria. With competition in mind, the car was fitted with 'Alfin' brake drums by the factory as well as a close-ratio floor-mounted gear change. Luxton used the car in several combinations, notably at Albert Park in the Argus Cup and the Rob-Roy hill climb. The car is finished in its original Aston Martin California Sage.
This example was shipped to Australia in 1950 for its first owner, Tony Luxton of Victoria. With competition in mind, the car was fitted with 'Alfin' brake drums by the factory as well as a close-ratio floor-mounted gear change. Luxton used the car in several combinations, notably at Albert Park in the Argus Cup and the Rob-Roy hill climb. The car is finished in its original Aston Martin California Sage.
2019 Silverstone - The Sale of British Marques
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1950 Aston Martin DB2 Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Aston Martin DB2
(Data based on Model Year 1950 sales)
1950 Aston Martin DB2 'Washboard' Sold for USD$414,000 2019 Silverstone - NEC Classic Motor Show | |
1950 Aston Martin DB2 Vantage Chassis#: LML/50/19 Sold for USD$465,696 2015 RM Sotheby's London Auction | |
1950 Aston Martin DB2 Sold for USD$492,055 2014 RM Auctions - Paris | |
1950 Aston Martin DB2 Coupe Chassis#: LML/50/13 Sold for USD$308,000 2012 RM Auctions - Monterey | |
1950 Aston Martin DB2 3.0-Litre 'First Sanction' Saloon Chassis#: LML/50/12 Sold for USD$287,719 2010 Bonhams - Aston Martin and Related Automobilia | |
1950 Aston Martin DB2 Team Car Chassis#: LML/50/9 Sold for USD$739,849 2010 Bonhams - Aston Martin and Related Automobilia | |
1950 Aston Martin DB2 Vantage Saloon Chassis#: LML/50/19 Sold for USD$387,238 2010 RM Auctions - Sporting Classics of Monaco | |
1950 Aston Martin DB2 Team Car Sold for USD$899,305 2009 RM Auctions - Automobiles of London |
Aston Martin DB2s That Failed To Sell At Auction
1950 Aston Martin DB2's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
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1950 Aston Martin 3.0-Litre DB2 Team Car | LML/50/9 | 2024 Bonhams : Goodwood Festival of Speed | $800,000 | $1,200,000 | |
1950 Aston Martin DB2 Washboard | 2019 Silverstone NEC Classic Motor Show | $390,000 | $450,000 | ||
1950 Aston Martin DB2 Washboard | LML/50/16 | 2019 Silverstone The Sale of British Marques | |||
1950 Aston Martin DB2 Drophead Coupe | LML/50/26 | 2004 Bonhams The Aston Martin Sale | $65,000 | $80,000 |
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