1974 Aston Martin V8

VIN: V811242RCA
Sold by Collecting Cars

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LocationSydney, NSW
Odometer81,262 km
TransmissionAutomatic
SteeringRight-hand drive

Seller's Notes

This Aston Martin V8 is an elegant and muscular hand-built grand tourer, presented in a handsome colour combination. It is powered by a 5.3-litre V8, driving the rear wheels via a three-speed automatic transmission. The car was first registered in the UK in August 1974, and was later imported to Australia. The odometer indicates 50,494 miles, which the seller believes to be the genuine total. Build year: 1974. While it originally left the factory in Cambridge Blue, the car is now finished in green over a tan interior. It rides on 15-inch GKN alloy wheels, fitted with Avon Radial tyres. Equipment includes electric windows, Coolaire air-conditioning unit, Javelin Intercontinental radio, and sunroof. It is accompanied by an instruction book, two keys, and some service history paperwork. Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition. Specific notes from the seller include: the car has previously been resprayed in a non-original colour, and the seller notes that a small amount of rust is starting to appear on the sills. The most recent eSafety inspection was on 6 November 2025. The seller states that the last maintenance was carried out in November 2025. Some early service history from the 1980s is shown in the photo gallery. This Aston Martin V8 is a handsome 1970s grand tourer, combining hand-crafted construction with a characterful V8 engine and automatic transmission. Finished in green over tan, it was first registered in the UK before later making its way to Australia. It could make an appealing classic GT for weekend use, longer touring, or marque events.

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Vehicle Specs

Specifications

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Identity

Year1974
MakeAston Martin
Model familyV8
Model generation—
Model variant1974
Model trim—

Mechanical

Engine5.3L V8
TransmissionAutomatic
Fuel type—
Drive type—
Originality—
Odometer81,262 km
VINV811242RCA

Body & Finish

Vehicle typeAutomobile
Body styleCoupe
Doors—
Driver sideRHD
Exterior colourGreen
Interior colourLight Tan

The vehicle is recorded in the AutoMarkets database under VIN V811242RCA. The car was listed as a 1974 Aston Martin V8 and sold via Collecting Cars. AutoMarkets tracks verified auction results, dealerships and private sellers across Australia to provide accurate historical market data.