Observed arrival · 2026-10-23

A00003: The DB9 Press-Launch Chassis

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An independent archive traces the early history of Aston Martin DB9 chassis A00003 and its role in the 2004 international media launch.

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For: Aston Martin historians and DB9 enthusiasts
Worth noticing: It records engine number AM04/00224 and a left-hand-drive Touchtronic specification alongside launch plaques and period coverage.

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The chronology starts with an Aston Martin Press Garage entry in an old service book and follows the car’s BX53 BZF registration into 2004 road tests and period images. The archive also records engine number AM04/00224, the original specification, and details of the launch plaque; its account says the history was confirmed by the Aston Martin Heritage Trust.

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