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1960 Aston Martin DB4

When the Aston Martin DB4 was introduced in 1958, it was instantly apparent that the British could rival (or even best) their Italian rivals at creating the ultimate Gran Turismo. The touring-styled car would have a very long production career, lasting until 1970 with only minor revisions along the way.

1960 Aston Martin DB4 photo
FastBack Coupe
Chassis #: DB4/530/R
The DB4 was the first car of the David Brown era that did not employ an engine designed under the auspices of the great W. O. Bentley and was devoid of a chassis derived from the experimental Atom of 1939. Additionally, it was the first Aston Martin to wear Carrozzeria Touring's 'Superleggera' bodywork, in which light alloy panels were fixed to a framework of light-gauge steel tubes welded to a platform chassis. Its styling was by Touring, however, the DB4's fastback coachwork was built under license at Newport Pagnell by Aston Martin.

Under the bonnet was a Tadek Marek-designed, all-alloy, twin-overhead-camshaft six-cylinder engine with 'square' bore and stroke dimensions of 92x92mm. Total displacement equaled 3670cc and maximum horsepower was reached at 5500 RPM, offering 240 bhp. The entire package was mounted on a multi-tubular spaceframe structure with unequal-length wishbones in the front and a conventional live axle located by a Watts linkage in the rear.

Manufactured between October 1958 and June 1963, the DB4 developed through no fewer than five series. Those designations, however, were not defined by the factory and this nomenclature was suggested subsequently by the Aston Martin Owners Club to aid identification as the model evolved. Heavy-duty bumpers were added after the first 50 cars left the factory. The 2nd series arrived in January of 1960. The Series II cars included a front-hinged bonnet, larger brake calipers, and an enlarged sump. The Series III had separate rear lights, two bonnet stays, and many interior updates. The Series IV, produced from September of 1961 through October of 1962, had a new grille with seven vertical bars, shallower bonnet intake, and recessed rear lights. The Series V had 3.5-inches more in length which gave more room to the occupants and more trunk space. 15-inch wheels, an electric radiator fan, and the DB4GT-type instrument panel were also new to the Series V cars.

1960 Aston Martin DB4 photo
FastBack Coupe by Touring
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Between 1958 and 1963, including Vantage and convertible models, Aston Martin produced approximately 1,100 of these iconic 'Gentleman's Express' sports saloons.


by Daniel Vaughan | Nov 2019

Related Reading : Aston Martin DB4 History

The DB name came from the name David Brown (later Sir David Brown), an individual who had purchased the Aston Martin Company. The DB4 series was built from 1958 through 1963. A total of 1040 vehicles and five series were produced during this time frame. The coachwork was performed by Touring of Milan, Italy. The body panels were hand made of aluminum mounted on a steel tube frame and featuring....
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Related Reading : Aston Martin DB4 History

Aston Martin unveiled their DB4 at the 1958 Paris Salon. This was a big achievement for the small British manufacturer as it was a totally new car on a completely new steel platform chassis and disc brakes on all four corners. It was powered by an alloy twin-cam 3.7-liter straight-six engine and bodied by Touring of Milan in an elegant fastback aluminum body. This combination was performance-oriented....
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Related Reading : Aston Martin DB4 History

The Aston Martin DB4 was first introduced to the public at the 1958 Paris Salon and powered by a 3.7-liter straight eight and clothed in an aluminum body. Touring of Milan was tasked with creating the design. The Aston Martin DB4 GT was introduced a year later at the London Motor Show and was based on the race winning prototype SP1991. 1959 was a great year for Aston martin as they had won the World....
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1960 DB4
$11,255-$22,745
1960 Aston Martin DB4 Price Range: $10,550 - $11,255

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98.00 in.
6 cyl., 224.00 CID., 263.00hp
$7,475 - $7,475
98.00 in.
6 cyl., 224.00 CID., 240.00hp
$7,500 - $7,500
93.00 in.
6 cyl., 225.79 CID., 302.00hp
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6 cyl., 223.96 CID., 260.00hp
6 cyl., 223.96 CID., 302.00hp
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$10,550 - $11,255
93.00 in.
6 cyl., 223.96 CID., 314.00hp
$12,555 - $12,555
98.00 in.
6 cyl., 224.00 CID., 266.00hp
$10,500 - $11,250
98.00 in.
6 cyl., 224.00 CID., 266.00hp
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