History
1982 Aston Martin Lagonda Saloon
Registration no. ABK 625A
Chassis no. 13105
Aston Martin's revival of Lagonda was the sensation of the 1976 London Motor Show. Clothed in striking 'razor-edge' bodywork by William Towns, the new Lagonda saloon used the same long-wheelbase V8 chassis as its immediate predecessor while breaking new ground in terms of electronic instrumentation and switchgear. Problems with the latter would delay production until April 1978, by which time a less radical design had been adopted. The interior though, was every bit as luxurious as the exterior was futuristic, featuring selected Connolly hides, Wilton carpeting and walnut veneer, all hand-finished by skilled craftsmen in the Aston Martin tradition. Production ceased in May 1990 after 645 cars had been built.
This car is well known to the factory, having featured in the original Cars for Life video along with the owner. The car has been fitted with analogue instrumentation, the interior re-trimmed in velour cloth and the centre console fitted with special concealing shutters, all works being carried out by Aston Martin Lagonda. Tickford's original drawings for these interior alterations are included in the sale together with photographs of the progress of work prior to delivery to the new owner. In addition, electric windows are fitted to the rear compartment, which boasts its own independent stereo system. Finished in black with grey interior, the car drives well and is presented in generally good condition, with straight bodywork and fundamentally sound mechanicals. The interior, however, is a little 'tired' and would benefit from attention, while a recent MoT failure noted corrosion of chassis and sill sections, handbrake in need of attention and other minor defects. The vendor advises us that the work is not considered 'too serious'. Offered with Swansea V5.
