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Aston Martin DBS V8

1969–1972

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  • Lowest price

    £52,303

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    £65,500

    Since 2020 · n=7

  • Highest price

    £89,000

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    7

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 7 lots

Aston Martin DBS V8

Based on 7 verified auction results

HOLDStablemedium confidence

£65,500

Market value · recent verified sales

-2.3%

12-month change

Fair Entry

Stable prices. Negotiate on spec and condition.

Prices have been flat (-2.3%). No strong directional signal.

MSRP

—

Collectibility

10/10

Holy Grail

3-Year Forecast

£62,907

-4%

5-Year Forecast

£62,104

-5%

Estimates based on 7 verified United Kingdom sales.

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Market scores

51

Desirability

Thin

30

Liquidity

Moderate

50

Resale Outlook

How many remain

See how many Aston Martin DBS V8 remain on UK roads · 2025 Q4.

Licensed

25

Cars

SORN

14

Cars

Sourced from DVLA registration data via howmanyleft.co.uk. SORN = Statutory Off-Road Notification (registered but off-road).

Marque analyst note

The Aston Martin DBS V8 trades at a median of £65,500 in the UK market, down 2.3% over the past twelve months—a modest softening that aligns with the broader "Hold" signal tracking this model.

Only seven transactions have cleared in our dataset over the past year, marking genuinely thin liquidity where each sale carries outsized weight in establishing market tone. This scarcity underscores both the allure and the friction inherent in moving these cars; buyers and sellers operate in a market where patience and pricing discipline matter considerably.

The DBS V8 commands a "Holy Grail" collectibility rating, grounded in its production run of just 401 units and its status as an appreciating classic. This positioning reflects the car's historical significance and mechanical pedigree, though moderate desirability scores suggest appeal remains concentrated among serious enthusiasts rather than the broadest collector base.

The three-year outlook projects a decline to £62,907, representing a 4% erosion from current levels, with five-year forecasts settling at £62,104—a 5.2% retreat from today's valuation. These projections reflect modest pressure on values across the segment rather than any collapse, consistent with the stable market status observed in recent transaction patterns.

Entry at current market levels represents fair value given the supply-demand imbalance and the car's fundamental collectibility tier, though prospective buyers should expect continued gradual softening over the near term. The absence of active listings and the thin transaction volume mean pricing power lies with well-conditioned examples, and patience will likely yield modestly better terms over the coming months.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg value£65,500
  • Annual appr. rate-2.3%/yr
  • Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr

UK Park (DVLA)

  • Still licensed25
  • SORN'd (off-road)14
  • Total in DVLA records39
  • % of production9.7%
  • All Aston Martin DBS V8s46
DVLA quarterly data, last updated 2025 Q4. Licensed = currently taxed and on the road. SORN = registered as off-road (storage, restoration).

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked7
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared7 (100.0%)
  • Units built401
  • Still registered in the UK39 (9.7%)
  • Not on UK roads (other markets, lost or scrapped)362
No damage or salvage declarations found in the titles and descriptions of the auction lots we track for this model. That's a good sign, not a guarantee — always commission a professional inspection and history check before buying.

Est. Annual Ownership Costs

  • Insurance (agreed value)£500
  • Maintenance£1,500
  • Storage£2,400
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual cost£4,400
This car has historically appreciated — carrying cost is offset by value growth, not eroded by depreciation.

Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings0
  • Sales Last 12 Months0
  • Sell-Through0%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale Price£66,778
  • Avg Mileage at Sale—
  • Recent Price Range£52,303 – £89,000
  • Total Sales Tracked7

Recent sales

Showing latest 7
  • £52,303

    the-market · 24 Oct 2024

  • £89,000

    Collecting Cars · 22 Aug 2024

  • £53,100

    Collecting Cars · 7 Feb 2024

  • £71,544

    the-market · 31 Oct 2023

  • £65,000

    the-market · 29 Apr 2022

  • £71,000

    the-market · 20 Apr 2022

  • £65,500

    the-market · 14 Feb 2022

Common questions

What is a Aston Martin DBS V8 worth in 2026?

The current United Kingdom market median is £65,500, based on 7 verified auction sales. Recent sales ranged from £52,303 to £89,000.

Is the Aston Martin DBS V8 going up in value?

Over the last 12 months its United Kingdom median moved -2.3%. Past movement is not a guarantee of future value.

How many Aston Martin DBS V8s are for sale right now?

No live auction listings tracked right now — new lots are swept in several times a day, and you can follow the model to be notified.

Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.