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Aston Martin DB2 1950-1959
In 1949 Aston Martin, now under the leadership of David Brown (that?s where the "DB" come from), introduced the DB2 to the public in the classic manner, by initially building prototypes and subjecting them to the public ordeal of long-distance sports car racing.
The DB2 performed well at both the Le Mans and Spa 24-hour events. The car went into production in 1950. Improvements and modifications to the basic DB2 allowed it to be produced until 1959 (with a couple of changes in the model name) when it was replaced by the DB4.
One of the reasons for the success of the DB2 was the combining of the Aston Martin multi-tube chassis with the Lagonda Bentley-designed twin-cam engine.
Aston Martin DB2/4
In 1953 Aston Martin modified the DB2 by changing the rear of the body to a "fastbach" style with an opening rear hatchback door and window, the first ever on a high-performance car. The model was renamed the DB2/4 to denote the fact that a (minimal) rear seat was now included.
Within a year, a larger 2.9-liter engine was made standard for the DB2/4.
Aston Martin DB2/4 Mark II
The DB2/4 Mk II was mechanically the same as the DB2/4 but the rear fenders were squared-off and a "notchback" or hardtop body was offered. Only 30 of this new bodystyle were built.
David Brown acquired Tickford limited in 1954 and the bodywork for the MK II was the first to be made there.
Coachbuilder Touring of Milan built Spider convertible bodies on three of the chassis.
Engine performance was improved with larger valves and a redesigned camshaft.
Aston Martin DB2/4 Mark III
The DB Mark III was the final incarnation of the DB2. The DB Mk III featured a restyled front and Girling disc brakes on the front. Buyers could also choose an optional automatic transmission.
As in the DB2/4, The Mk III was built in a both a 4-seater Coupe and a convertible with bodies built by Tickford
DB2 Production
| Model | Years | Produced |
| DB2 | 1950-1953 | 411 |
| DB2/4 | 1953-1955 | 565 |
| DB2/4 II | 1955-1957 | 199 |
| DB2/4 III | 1957-1959 | 551 |
Specifications
Engine
- 6 cylinders, in line
- 4-bearing cast-iron block/crankcase
- 2 Overhead valces per cylinder
- Dual overhead camshafts
- 2 horizontal contant-vacuum S.U. Carburettors
- Torque: 125 lb ft at 3,000-rpm
- Horsepower - DB2: 105 @ 5,000 rpm
- Horsepower - DB2/4: 140 @ 5,000 rpm
- Horsepower - DB2/4 II: 162 @ 5,000 rpm
- Displacement - DB2: 2,580 cc, bore/stroke 78mm/90mm
- Displacement - DB2/4: 2,922 cc, bore/stroke 78mm/90mm
Transmission
- 4-Speed Manual with synchromesh on gears 2, 3, and 4
- Single-dry-plate clutch
- Open propeller shaft to hypoind-bevel "live" rear axle
Chassis
- Multi-tube (square-section tubing) chassis frame
- Cross and diagonal bracing
- Independent front suspension by coil springs, trailing arms, and anti-roll bar
- Rear suspension by coil springs and twin trailing arms with Panhard rod location
- Piston-type hydraulic dampers
- Worm-and-roller steering
- Front Brakes: Hydraulic 12" drum brakes
- Front Brakes - DB2/4 III: Hydraulic Girling disc
- Rear Brakes: Hydraulic 12" drum brakes
- 16" Knock-off wire wheels
- 6.00 x 16" tires
- Light-alloy two-door coupe body by Tickford
Dimensions
- Wheelbase: 8ft 3in
- Track (front & rear): 4ft 6in
- Overall length: 13ft 6.5in
- Weight: 2,500lbs
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