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1954 Aston Martin DB 2/4
Chassis No. LML/551

No. 51 of 565 Examples Built From 1954-55
Original Numbers-Matching Engine; 2.9-litre 140bhp ‘VB6J’ engine
Includes British Motor Industry Heritage Trust Certificate
Factory Delivered In Left Hand Drive & In Black Paint with Beige Interior
Sold New by S H Arnolt Inc, in Chicago then 5 months later to Foreign Car Center in Carmel, Ca
Said to have been Owned by William Randolph Hearst Jr (Hearst Castle)
Reportedly Raced in Period by H.M. Handley in California
2007 Mechanical Restoration by Kevin Kay Restorations (Receipts = $62,000)

Assembled at the DB works factory, the hand-crafted aluminum bodies were under the direction of Mulliner and later Tickford.

This car is noted to have been sold in its first year to Carmel, Ca and owned by William Randolph Hearst. It is believed the car was raced in California in period with a photo existing of the car in a D production race. Ownership history is recorded with several California owners on file. In 2007 Kevin Kay Restorations (Aston Martin Specialist) performed a $62,000 mechanical restoration while converting the front brakes to disc and the transmission from 4 speed to 5 Speed (the original gearbox is included with the car).

An amazing DB 2/4 ready for immediate use!

$279,500.00

To learn more about this vehicle, please contact our sales department at (281) 497-1000 or sales@driversource.com

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Absolutely stunning 1967 Pontiac LeMans/GTO Pro-Touriing convertible with a high-end frame off restoration.  All top quality components were used from some of the best suppliers in the restoration industry. Lots of Pro-Touring goodies including the LS3 engine, Tremec 6-speed, Currie rear end,  tubular suspension Baer brakes makes this Pontiac handle like a dream!!!

The nut and bolt frame-off rotisserie restoration was finished in the spring of 2014 and it immediately won awards at the March 2014 World Of Wheels show in Omaha. It’s gone on to be a multiple Best of Show winner, several best paint awards, best interior and dozens of Best in Class trophies. It was featured in the Daily Rubber online magazine in August 2016 (use link: https://dailyrubber.com/barry-snodgrass-1967-pontiac-lemans-convertible/  ).

This gorgeous Pontiac has a mirror-like RM Diamont Black paint finish on a laser straight body done by a professional body shop, Hartz black CLOTH power convertible top and bright red vinyl interior by Legendary Interiors. Drive train has all the good stuff as well, namely GMPP LS3 6.2L 525 HP crate motor with Edelbrock E-Street fuel injection, a drive train package by American Power Train including Tremec T56 Magnum 6-speed manual transmission with White Lightening shifter and a Currie HD 9” 3.89 ratio rear end with LPW aluminum differential cover. Top that all off with Vintage Air conditioning, power windows, power locks, power trunk release, and subtle upgrades to the interior. This car is an absolute BLAST to drive.

Now let’s get to the details….

• GM Performance LS3 6.2L motor is all aluminum with 515-525HP weighing only 400 pounds. The horsepower to weight ratio contributes to the excellent handling of the car.
  • MSD LSX ignition box specifically for LS3 motors. You can control engine vitals with six pre-programmed chips or by manually modifying with laptop.
  • Edelbrock E-Street self-learning EFI. You can also control fuel and idle settings with an Android tablet (included)
  • Coil packs were moved to firewall to make room for Katech valve covers with aluminum inserts that were CNC engraved with “PONTIAC  LS3”.
  • AFCO custom built aluminum radiator with electric fan and shroud
  • Vintage air with Sanden compressor using stock dash controls
  • Eddie Motorsports serpentine pulley system.
  • Hedman ceramic coated headers
  • AGR 12:1 ratio steering box
  • Spectre custom air induction sourcing cold air through the radiator support
• Driveline
  • Tremec T56 Magnum with White Lightening shifter, 2.97 first gear ratio and 5th and 6th overdrive ratios of  .74 and .50
  • Quicktime Performance (QTP) blow-proof bell housing
  • Science Friction billet flywheel and 1126 Stage1 Street Slayer Ceramic Clutch
  • GM HYDRAMAX Hydraulic Clutch
  • Currie HD 9″ w/inspection cover, 3.89:1 ratio
• Wheels, Suspension and Brakes
  • Boss 338 black spoke rims with brushed aluminum ring holding Nito NT05 tires
    • 17×8” rims and 245/40  tires on front
    • 18×9.5” and 295/45 tires on rear
  • SC&C Stage 2 Plus Touring Suspension Package by Savitske Classic & Custom
    • SPC adjustable front upper A-arms
    • UMI Performance rear Roto-Joint/Poly tubular lower and adjustable Roto-Joint upper control arms
    • SPC Performance spring kit
    • HELLWIG tubular sway bars – 1 1/4″ front, and 1 1/8″ adjustable rate rear
    • KONI  H.D. adjustable shocks (F+R)
    • BAER 13″ Track4 Front Brake System
    • BAER 11.625 Iron Sport Rear Disc Brakes
    • Holley line lock with button on Hurst shifter
• Additional enhancements
  • All original body emblems removed.
  • Tastefully subtle “LS3” emblems in the grill, valve covers, and on the dash.
  • Autometer ProComp gauges (speedo, tach, fuel, volts (with warning), oil pressure, water temp (with warning), fuel pressure, vacuum)
  • Autometer programmable shift light module with subtle LED bulb built into dash
  • Wiper arms removed and cowl fabricated to eliminate wiper arm holes for a much cleaner show look.
  • Remarkable panel, door, hood and trunk fitment.
  • GM style electric windows, power top, power locks, power trunk release
  • Walbro electric fuel pump, Holley fuel filters and two level-balancing 9 gallon fuel cells custom made by Boyd Welding
  • Custom trunk panels and carpet (also hides the fuel cells)
  • Redling Lumtronix halo LED headlights
  • Quick Time Performance (QTP) electric cutouts
  • Air Lift Drag-Bag rear spring assist
  • Tinted side glass and rear plastic convertible window

The information presented for this vehicle is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed as a basis of purchase. The Buyer should make a thorough, independent inspection and investigation of the vehicle prior to purchase. Vehicle will be sold with bill-of-sale as-is condition and no warranties.

340 v8. No rust! Approx. 300hp. 3-speed auto Torqueflite transmission. 8 3/4 rear end with new 3.23 gears. 26″ 3-core radiator. Never overheats. Power steering. AC is very cold! Front disc brakes w/4-piston calipers. Mopar 14″ rally wheels with BF Goodrich radials. New motor mounts. New Holley carb. New master cylinder. New fuel pump. New flex fan. New plugs and wires. Rear Gabriel air shocks. Sony sound system. All new fluids and recently inspected by a mechanic top to bottom. Beautiful paint. Have a compete history of the vehicle in a detailed folder. Everything works! It is my dad’s car. Had it about a year. Only took it to car shows and drove it on the weekends. He is currently making payments so title is not in hand.

This beautiful, meticulous frame off restoration runs great and is in excellent condition (garaged). Has been used only to transport guests around the luxury resort – Amangiri. A collector’s dream. Complete with restoration records.