One to Buy: Single Family Owned 57,000 mile 1977 Aston Martin V8 V540
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After a tumultuous few years that had seen Aston Martin frozen out of the US market on emissions grounds and then placed into receivership, a new consortium took control in 1975. Although re-organising the company’s affairs took a little time, by the spring of 1976, production had resumed and the firm went from strength to strength.
In addition to having been back selling cars in the United States, Aston Martin’s new owners sanctioned development of three new models to complement the existing V540-type V8 Coupe. First to arrive was the spectacular four door Lagonda launched in October 1976. This was followed by the highly anticipated V8 Vantage in February 1977 and the open top V8 Volante in June 1978.
Currently on offer at the Autosport Designs showroom in Long Island is a remarkably well preserved machine hailing from Aston Martin’s optimistic new era: a one family owned 1977 V8.
Configured in the elegant combination of Ascot Grey with Burgundy upholstery, this V540 was also specified with an automatic gearbox and the rarely seen electric sunroof option. Completed on October 7th 1977, the car was dispatched on November 2nd and supplied to its first owner via Aston Martin Lagonda Inc.
Today, this superb V540 is showing just 57,000 miles. It is accompanied by a copy of the original factory build record and warranty card, its original tool roll and jack plus a large history file to include British Motor Heritage Trust certification.
The only deviations from standard are said to be an upgraded aluminium radiator, electronic ignition and a modern audio head unit with amplifier.
