A stellar line-up of historic Aston Martins is the latest attraction to be unveiled by organisers of Classic & Sports Car – The London Show, which is set to take place at Alexandra Palace from 30 October-1 November.
A stunning collection of the British manufacturer’s most iconic models will be headed by the oldest example of the marque in existence: ‘A3’. The 1921 motor car was the fourth of five prototypes built by Robert Bamford and Lionel Martin during the earliest years of the company, and has been generously loaned by the Aston Martin Heritage Trust following a three-year restoration by world-renowned specialist Andy Bell of Ecurie Bertelli.
Built on a Rubery-Owen frame and powered by a 1486cc monobloc engine, it was fitted with several different body styles during its early years. The car now sports touring bodywork, which was selected above other styles due to period photographs; no original drawings survived. The work was completed in 2009.
In addition to ‘A3’, a selection of Aston Martin’s most significant models will also be put on display.
