’67-’72 Aston Martin DBS 6

by Bob LeFlufy

DBS 6 continued as the AM Vantage in ’72.

A 1967 to 1973 Aston Martin DBS 6 (known briefly in 1972 and 1973 as the AM Vantage) is a fine automobile, equipped with the ultimate version of the twin-cam 6-cylinder motor that powered most of Aston Martin’s post-war cars. These elegant coupes were initially designed for the Aston V8 engine but when the V8s development was delayed, Aston sold the new body style with the old engine design during the next five years as a DBS 6. It continued to sell in 1972 and 1973 as the AM Vantage. The DBS 6 has been unfairly undervalued in the market place because it lacked the new V8. However, the DBS 6 is quick enough, and particularly as a highway cruiser, it’s a true luxury European grand touring automobile. It’s also comfortable, it makes all of the right noises and it is the most affordable Aston Martin you can buy. What is affordable? At the low end, perhaps for as little as $14K you could buy a DBS 6, but most likely in questionable condition. At the high end,...