Ready for a return to the past? Today we will see an Aston Martin DB2. An iconic model of the Gaydon firm now very rare. Several versions have existed, we focus here on one of the 411 frames manufactured with the number 204. You will see, it does not lack interest. Ready for immersion?
Technical sheet
| Model | Aston Martin DB2 |
| Engine | 2.6 6-cylinder 123 horsepower |
| Dimensions | 4.36 x 1.65 x 1.36 meter |
| Mass | 1 120 kg |
| Marketing | 1950 - 1953 411 copies |
| average coast | 400 000 € |
| 0 to 100 km / h | 11"2 |
| max | 190 km/h |
| Consumption | NC l/100 km |
| Date and place | June 13, 2015, Le Mans |
1950 . It all started in 1948 when Aston Martin began production of the DB1. Finally, its official name is "2-Litre Sports" but few people retained this name since 1950, the term DB2 (for David Brown, owner of the brand) that is chosen for its replacement. While DB1 was a roadster , the DB2 is available in coupe and convertible body. The style changes completely everything. Exit the last before without great personality, the DB2 displays a much more polished line with a three-part grille and inverted T. The style is also much more opulent, beautiful between decidedly in a new era. In some ways, we find almost the DB2 elegance of Ferrari or the presence of a Jaguar. A line both refined but worked that quickly popularized by its good results in the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
Le Mans . This is not the first time Aston Martin tries his luck at the famous Le Mans race, but on the contrary so far, no first place was returned to the English brand. DB2 is invited in 1950, 1951 and 1952 without success.Yet the ingredients were there, starting with a good reputation with its fastback rear bodywork and neat.Three fruitless years. In 1949, Aston Martin was part of the "Le Mans Fixed Head Coupe" for this first post-war race. It was actually the 4-cylinder engine in DB2. Now to the present exemplary here. This is the 204 th frame produced by Aston Martin. A version in two places strict that has all the trappings of the ultimate sport. It is a version Le Mans, lightened and whose power rose from 105 to 123 horsepower.
Le Mans . The model shown here has never participated in the 24 Hours of Le Mans but derives directly. It contains attributes versions of competition eg a characteristic blue light on the right rear wing, the front bumper aired on its bottom and even the two fuel doors, on the back to charge faster . Series models and those engaged in competition were relatively close and switch from one to another does not require major changes. Under the long hood, we find a 6-cylinder in-line inspired by the 4-cylinder DB1 but with an engine mounted 2.6-liter. Inevitably, the performance is increasing, especially in this version of Le Mans 123 horses.A rustic but reliable mechanics, with good performance like the 0 to 100 km / h in 12.4 seconds and a top speed of 190 km / h.
At the former . The undercarriage is made of rectangular sections tubes, taken directly from that of DB1. The suspensions are from Porsche models while the braking system is composed of four relatively large drums. LM version received a modified bonus and bigger carburetors improving performance cylinder head. The rims are 16 inches and are typical models of the 50s and 60s, with the famous central butterfly. Drawn to 311 copies, the coupe version of DB2 is very rare, like 100 convertibles, only civil versions. For families (officially) , the Aston Martin DB2 has moved four places with the DB2 / 4 and tailgate from 1953. A more opulent than the original version of DB2.
Object of desire . This chassis No. 204 belongs to Glynn Allen, an English enthusiast who regularly uses the DB2 on multiple circuits across Europe. A model very well maintained and handled with care and dynamism.One thing is certain: the Aston Martin DB2 are rare in very good condition. Models who raced in the 24 Hours of Le Mans almost all still exist and some have never been restored, remaining in juice and are currently estimated at incredible sums. The reason is simple: DB2 is the witness of love for the cars of David Brown, the owner of Aston Martin since 1947. He wanted a refined model, the sporty and does not deny comfort. Even today, the lines it has set is reflected in the current productions. Specifically, the inverted T grille, became a symbol of immutable DB style.
Chic . The interior of the Aston Martin DB2 is typical English models of the time. A large rimmed three-spoke steering wheel of wood, a wood edge table (except for LM versions) , leather upholstery Conolly offering a good seat and that's pretty much everything: simple but effective. An interior redolent old leather and demonstrating a happy past. The road versions have a more rewarding presentation. They feature eg chrome on the body, along the doors and bumpers. For versions Le Mans, weight gain prevailed, managing to remain at around 1.1 tonnes. More than ever, the DB2 marked a real return for Aston Martin, erasing the legacy of post-war and to strengthen the brand image. It lacks a win at the 24 Hours of Le Mans!
Since much . At the rear, there is the license plate hidden behind a mask of glass on the trunk while the two side doors to recharge fuel can be observed. Thus equipped, refueling twice required less time. As for the small blue light side, it was mandatory in competition. This specimen and has all the regulatory paraphernalia for the competition, such as tow hooks. A nice copy difficult to find these days as the supply is limited. The few copies on the market are trading at stratospheric prices.
Should I buy an Aston Martin DB2?
You fell for the Aston Martin DB2? It's a choice you will not regret provided to accept the fact that a former requires time and money. Rarely perfect, these beautiful ladies who have reached sixty require fastidious maintenance and perfect knowledge of its components. The used market is quite diverse, with prices ranging palette of 200 000 € for the most popular and best in moderate condition up to 500 000 € for the most beautiful models. A model Le Mans accrued on the Le Mans circuit can even exceed this rating.
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