Offered here is a truly exceptional 1968 Aston Martin DBS, a rare survivor of the late 1960s. Finished in the elegant combination of Platinum White exterior and Ambassador Blue leather interior, this DBS has remained largely original throughout its life and has covered just 29,000 miles from new.

The DBS was intended to showcase Aston Martin’s new Tadek Marek-designed V8 engine, but at launch in October 1967, it was equipped with the refined 4.0-litre straight-six shared with the DB6. Styled in-house by William Towns, the DBS offered a striking, muscular presence, with clean lines and a long, graceful profile that immediately set it apart from its predecessor. Beneath its elegant exterior, the DBS featured a platform-type chassis with independent suspension all around—wishbone and coil-spring at the front, and a sophisticated De Dion rear with Watts linkage—providing a balance of comfort and agility rare in grand tourers of the era. Larger and more luxurious than the DB6, the DBS nevertheless demonstrated impressive performance, capable of exceeding 140 mph in Vantage trim.

This particular DBS was sold new to Mr. Constantine A. Syngrassides of Nicosia, Cyprus on 2nd December 1968. Reputedly, it was originally ordered for his British girlfriend to drive from the island to visit him, highlighting the car’s original role as a capable and comfortable grand tourer. The car has been UK-registered throughout its life, and from June 1980 until December 2025 it remained in South London under the stewardship of a single devoted owner. During this 45-year period, the DBS was dry-stored in a private garage and was only driven occasionally.

The sub-30,000-mile history is supported by MOT certificates dating back to the 1970s, verifying the car’s exceptionally low mileage and careful usage.

Factory specification was notably comprehensive for its era, and this example remains faithful to its original configuration. The accompanying factory build sheet confirms the original Platinum White body colour, Ambassador Blue interior trim, and DBS ZF Saloon specification, delivered with power steering, air conditioning, and a KPH speedometer intended for the Greek market.

Since acquisition in December 2025, the DBS has undergone a sympathetic recommissioning to ensure it is usable.

• Fluids: Engine oil, gearbox oil, differential oil, coolant, and brake fluid replaced
• Consumables: Spark plugs, fuel and air filters, drive belts, fan belts, steering gaiters, and track rod ends renewed
• Braking system: Front brake hoses replaced, discs skimmed, front caliper pistons and seals renewed
• Clutch system: Master and slave cylinders and associated hose replaced
• Carburettors: Fully rebuilt with new kits

Mechanically, the car drives well, with strong oil pressure, smooth starting, responsive driving, and ample braking performance. It demonstrates a solidity befitting a low-mileage, dry-stored example, with very little cabin noise or rattles.

As bodywork specialists on Aston Martins, the shell is in superb condition underneath, which would be one of the largest costs when restoring this car and is truly only original once. The engine bay and interior are in fair condition, representing a true survivor car that reflects what left the Newport Pagnell factory.

It offers a rare opportunity for collectors and enthusiasts to acquire a low-mileage DBS in largely original condition.

The car is suited for a road-going fettling project, or as the foundation for a meticulous restoration to the highest standards.

To find out more about this significant motorcar please contact charlie@brooklandscarsltd.com in our sales team for further details, viewing by prior appointment. Tel: +44(0)7557 878123