1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante - Matching #'s, Beautiful Presentation!

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Vehicle Overview 1978 Aston Martin V8 Series III Volante Chassis No. V8C0L15029 Engine No. V/540/5029/LFA Limited Production Series III V8 Volante Rare and Desirable Left Hand Drive Example in Beautiful Colors Ideally Optioned with All Power Equipment - The Ultimate in Soft-Top Luxury Outstanding Preserved Driver - Complete with Manual, ool Roll & Spare Assembly Distinguished & Entirely Hand Built Grand Tourer from Aston Martin After an announcement on 27 September, 969, he DBS was made available with the long awaited V8 engine, ith the car being known as the DBSV8 - a four-seat grand touring car, apable of 160 mph. Apart from the change of engine, otable visual differences were the specially designed 15'' GKN light alloy wheels, ith ventilated brake discs for the first time on an Aston Martin production car. The Volante first appeared in June 1978. Arguably the ultimate in soft-top luxury, he newcomer boasted a lined, ower-operated top which, hen erected, ndowed the walnut embellished interior with all the solidity and refinement associated with the saloon version. The Gentleman's (Open) British Muscle Car The Aston Martin V8 is often considered the Gentleman's British Muscle Car. This particular Volante, inished in stunning Bronze over Natural leather upholstery, omes lavishly equipped with brown piped seating, ower windows and locks, ower assisted steering, ir conditioning, utomatic transmission, nd Blaupunkt audio - Completed in August of 1978 from the factory and originally imported as a U.S. specification model. Over the last 19 years it has resided with the same Pennsylvania owner until recently being pulled from storage. It retains all factory equipment, tched glass, pholstery and accessories; the recorded mileage of 42,500 is believed to be original. In years past, ts exterior received a repaint, hile the cabin's original leather and woodwork remain nicely preserved. The Volante comes complete with spare, ool roll and emergency equipment. The engine bay looks stock and is overall nicely detailed. As a highly desirable model and rarely seen on the market we encourage close attention to this example. $118,500.00 Offers Welcomed Full Resolution Photos: 1978 Aston Martin V8 Series III Volante Please note this vehicle is title as a 1980 year model. To learn more about this vehicle, lease contact our sales department at (281) 497-1000 orsales@driversource.com SELLING YOUR CAR? Our Philosophy is Selling Made Simple! We Are A Leading Buyer of Fine Motorcars since 2005.We Purchase Classic European Sport Cars - One Vehicle or Entire Collections