1953 Aston Martin DB2/4 Drophead Coupe by Bertone
The 1953 Aston Martin DB2, DB2/4, and DB Mark III is sold for $665,000 on Bring a Trailer. See Friday's Watchlist AI fair value, deal score, hammer-price prediction, and bidding intelligence for this 1953 Aston Martin DB2, DB2/4, and DB Mark IIIauction.
This 1953 Aston Martin DB2/4 Drophead Coupe by Bertone is a true collector's gem, representing a unique blend of luxury and history. One of only two DHCs built by Bertone in 1953, this vehicle was custom-ordered as a Christmas gift for Charles A. Ward, featuring bespoke touches like a monogrammed steering wheel hub. With only 33,000 miles shown, it boasts a stunning red paint job, red leather upholstery, and a black convertible top with red piping. Its rarity and historical significance make it a coveted piece for enthusiasts and collectors alike, particularly those with an appreciation for classic British automobiles and unique stories behind them.
- Make: Aston Martin
- Model: DB2, DB2/4, and DB Mark III
- Year: 1953
- Transmission: Four-speed manual transmission
- Engine: One of Two DHCs Built by Bertone in 1953
- Drivetrain: RWD
- VIN: LML504
Seller's description via Bring a Trailer: This 1953 Aston Martin DB2/4 is one of five Mark Is sent to Turin, Italy, in 1953 for outfitting with Carrozzeria Bertone coachwork in partnership with Chicago industrialist S.H. “Wacky” Arnolt and is among two configured in drophead coupe form. Chassis LML504 was custom-ordered by a pool of 60 Brow
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1953 Aston Martin DB2/4 Drophead Coupe by Bertone — Friday's Watchlist valuation summary
This 1953 Aston Martin DB2/4 Drophead Coupe by Bertone is a true collector's gem, representing a unique blend of luxury and history. One of only two DHCs built by Bertone in 1953, this vehicle was custom-ordered as a Christmas gift for Charles A. Ward, featuring bespoke touches like a monogrammed steering wheel hub. With only 33,000 miles shown, it boasts a stunning red paint job, red leather upholstery, and a black convertible top with red piping. Its rarity and historical significance make it a coveted piece for enthusiasts and collectors alike, particularly those with an appreciation for classic British automobiles and unique stories behind them.
- Sold price
- $665,000
- AI predicted hammer price
- $190,400
- Condition
- Very Good (7.5/10)
- Bids
- 40
- Listing views
- 4,504
Highlights
- Chassis: LML504
- Built as Gift for Charles A. Ward
- One of Two DHCs Built by Bertone in 1953
- 33k Miles Shown
- 2.6-Liter DOHC Inline-Six
- Twin SU Carburetors
- Four-Speed Manual Transmission
- Drophead Coupe Coachwork by Bertone