For enthusiasts of modern classics, the Aston Martin DB7 remains one of the most important models in the company’s history. This 1997 Aston Martin DB7, listed here on eBay at no reserve, presents as a project opportunity with a clean title and an appealing color combination of blue exterior over black leather interior. Located in Baltimore, Maryland, the car shows 101,279 miles and retains completeness despite its condition.
The seller notes that the DB7 has front-end damage along with a broken rear windshield and quarter glass. While these issues will need professional attention, the car is otherwise described as “very complete,” making it suitable for either restoration or parting out.
Powered by a 3.2-liter supercharged inline-six paired with an automatic transmission, the DB7 was introduced in the mid-1990s as Aston Martin’s first modern volume-production car. Built on a Jaguar-derived platform and designed by Ian Callum, the DB7 is often credited with helping save Aston Martin from financial collapse by bringing the brand into a new era.
Inside, this example features black leather seating for four, with much of the interior intact. The seller emphasizes that the car is worth “thousands in interior parts alone,” reinforcing its completeness and potential value even if not fully restored.
The seller purchased the car during COVID as a project but never began the work. Some replacement parts have already been sourced, which may benefit the next caretaker. The car will be sold strictly as-is, where-is, with the buyer responsible for transport within seven days of the auction’s close.
Though it requires significant work, the DB7’s importance cannot be overstated. With elegant styling, rarity, and Aston Martin pedigree, even a project like this has appeal among collectors. Whether restored to roadworthy condition or parted out for its valuable components, this no-reserve example represents an affordable entry point into Aston Martin ownership.
Would you take on the challenge of restoring this 1997 Aston Martin DB7, or would you use it as a donor for parts?
There’s nothing more expensive than a cheap Aston Martin
There is, a Rolls Royce!
Yes there is, any Rolls Royce!
These cars don’t like shoody long term storage
Nope.. this needs to be part out! Way to expensive to bring back😇 to life! This Aston is done like burnt toast! 😂
The first 100000 miles must have been a blast
Parts car, only $501 now. Sellers feedback number (0).
My guess is that this was on its third owner and after a long hard life got totalled in an accident. The current owner picked it up at auction, and like Autovisa said, he found out there is nothing more expensive than a cheap Aston Martin.
Didn’t these things look like a Ford Taurus in the front? At current price of $500 it may be worth it if the engine turns over but I would pull the drive train for something else and sell of whatever I didn’t need to make it run
I have always lusted after Aston Martin’s. I would reserve the decision it repair or scavange until I got it home to inspect it.
That being said, finding a suitable base to transfer “the goodies” over to would also be fun. We have had several kit cars or obscure vehicles that needed “a heart” that a transplanted Aston Martin engine/transmission (and other possible goodies) would really get attention at a local show. Not to mention, be a fun driver in something light weight. I really wish my current situation would allow me at least the chance to bid. Even if bought very cheap, housing and the time to go get it is not in the picture.
I BOUGHT A 1962 DB4 FOR $4K IN 1980. FUNNY, IT TURNED LEFT MUCH EASIER THAN RIGHT. UNDISCLOSED ACCIDENT HAD THE LEFT WHEEL BASE 3/4″ SHORTER THAN RIGHT. STRAIGHTENED CHASSIS FOR $450, SOLD C AR IN 1996 FOR 11 TIMES MORE THAN I PAID FOR IT. IF ONLY I HAD WAITED TILL 2016, COULD HAVE SOLD IT FOR 100 TIMES MORE.
THIS ONE HAS BEEN IN A WRECK, BRING A TAPE MEASURE.
It would be more fun to take your money and scatter it on the ground somewhere near grocery store, and watch how excited people were to find it.
Sold $3,400, 17 bids.