The Project Vantage of 1998 was a glimpse into the future for Aston Martin. Stored by the factory for 18 years, this historic prototype has been entered into the 2016 Bonham’s Aston Martin auction. Learn more about this fascinating car and precursor to the V12 Vanquish.
In addition to Harold Radford, another independent coachbuilder also offered a shooting brake conversion for the DB6. FLM (Panelcraft) Ltd were based in the Kings Cross area of London and were experienced at converting saloons to both estate and convertible spec. The car illustrated here was commissioned by the racing driver, Innes Ireland as his daily driver and as of November 2013, was on sale by Aston Martin Works. It is finished in its original, extremely attractive colour scheme of Pearl Grey Metallic, complemented beautifully by the sumptuous deep Red Connolly Hide interior with matching Wilton carpets.
