1978 Aston Martin V8 Series 3 Sports Saloon
Registration no. BHJ 376S (see text)
Chassis no. V8/11868/RCAS
Engine no. V/540/1868/S
•Desirable Weber carburettor model
•Automatic transmission
•In dry storage for many years
•Requires re-commissioning

Footnotes:
Introduced in 1973, the 'Series 3' version of Aston Martin's successful V8 employed a quartet of Weber carburettors instead of the previous Bosch mechanical fuel injection; the change, which necessitated a larger bonnet bulge, bringing with it increased torque, smoother running at low speeds, and improved fuel economy. Power output of the standard car was now well in excess of 300bhp and in manual transmission form the V8 could reach 100mph in around 13.5 seconds and better 160mph flat-out, with the automatic not that far behind.
This automatic transmission V8 was delivered via Aston Martin (Sales) Ltd, leaving the Newport Pagnell factory finished in Madagascar Brown with Magnolia interior trim and equipped with over-riders; two Rearguard fog lamps; and a lockable centre armrest. The UK V5 registration document on file records the owner at time of issue as one Paul Salisbury of Dorset and before him (from 27th October 2007) as Miss Samantha Vincent, also of Dorset. Also on file is a copy of the Car Record Card and an invoice from Classicmobilia relating to the Aston's sale to the previous owner in Switzerland in May 2010. The Aston subsequently spent many years in Kuwait before returning to the UK in 2021. Purchased by the current vendor at Bonhams' Beaulieu auction in September 2021 (Lot 420), the car was running and driving at that time. Re-commissioning has commenced but the owner finds that he no longer has the time to complete the process and thus the car is offered with the work unfinished. Nevertheless, this should be a good example once complete. Accompanying documentation consists of sundry bills and a NOVA document. The registration 'BHJ 376S' is listed in the HPI database; nevertheless, prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves with regard to this vehicle's registration status prior to bidding.
Lot to be sold without reserve.

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Sholto Gilbertson
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sholto.gilbertson@bonhams.com