Restauration process

At David Bruin Services, our main objective is to restore Aston Martin DBS cars, from 1968 up until 1972, 6 and 8 cylinders, to its full glory. These are our Project Cars, which we have acquired as barnfinds from all over the world. The DBS cars will undergo a complete nut and bolt restoration. We aim to restore the car to its original state as much as possible so that the lucky new owner can hit the road with a beautifully restored classic Aston Martin DBS, without worry.

What does the restoration of an Aston Martin DBS look like?

Here we outline the steps of the restoration process of our Aston Martin DBS Project cars. Click om images for larger versions.

Scroll through this page to learn about all steps or click on the buttons to see a specific step.

Step 1.

Acquire cars from all over the world

Acquire cars from all over the world

Step 1

Acquire cars from all over the world

First, we acquire the cars. We’ve acquired these Aston Martin DBS vehicles from all over the world. From England, Australia and even in ‘’our own backyard in the Netherlands’’.

These cars have been stored for years and were often left in a bad condition. Each car has its own story.

Step 2.

Ship car to IJmuiden

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Ship car to IJmuiden

Step 2.

Ship car to IJmuiden

After the cars have been acquired, they are shipped to our headquarters.

Once in IJmuiden, the cars are will be fully checked and assessed

Step 3.

Disassembly of the car

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Disassembly of the car

Step 3.

Dissasembly of the car

Our team of skilled mechanics disassembles the car. After the car has been fully stripped, each component will be thoroughly assessed.

From here we make a plan for the restoration process.

Step 4.

Metal work

Metal work

Step 4.

Metal work

Here the car gets a total restored body.

If the chassis is damaged or bent, the chassis will be realigned.

Step 5.

Engine

Engine

Step 5.

Engine

The engine will be taken to a specialist to be modified/rebuild, to make it better than it was before.

This a complete overhaul including:pistons, cylinders, cylinder head, cylinder bushings, bearings, valve overhaul, crankshaft rebuild etc.

Step 6.

Specialized partners

Specialized partners

Step 6.

Specialized partners

Our experience in this field has allowed us to gain a network of professionals. This is why we work with specific highly skilled partners that repair and/or restore various parts. The different parts will go to our respective partners so that we can deliver the project car in the highest possible quality. We aim to keep the cars as original as possible, with some modifications. We also have original Aston Martin parts in stock.

Overview of parts restored/replaced

  • Axles: The axles will be restored. The rear axle differential will be overhauled.

  • Wiring: New wiring/electricals/gauges

  • Gauges: Gauges will be restored and/or rebuilt (dashboard)

  • Brake: Brake systems will be renewed, new brake lines are drawn.

  • Interior: New interior and new leather, often in its original color.

  • Gearbox: Gearbox is overhauled, often a whole new Tremec gearbox is purchased.

  • Steeringbox: Overhaul of steering box. Optional: the car can be modified to a left or right hand drive upon request of the buyer.

  • Tyres: The car will receive a set of new tyres and new rims.

  • Car suspensions: New suspensions.

  • Rubbers: All rubbers will be replaced.

  • Misc: New tank, new radiator, new oil coolers.

Step 7.

Exterior

Exterior

Step 7.

Exterior

While the heart/core of the car is undergoing work, the exterior will go through its process. First the current or old paint will be stripped, after this the exterior of the car will be re-chromed.

Step 8.

Paint work

Paint work

Step 8.

Paint work

At this stage, the old paint has been stripped, the body has been sanded, primed  and chromed.

Now it’s time to paint the car in the desired colour.

Step 9.

Optional electrification

Optional electrification

Step 9.

Optional electrification

Right now we working on a debut: The first Electric (classic) Aston Martin DBS. We have a DBS ready to be fully electrified. Project car number 006 will be restored and electrified. Contact us for more information.

Read more about the electric Aston Martin DBS 1969 here.

Step 10.

Return to our headquarters

Return to our headquarters

Step 10.

Return to our headquarters

Now that the Aston has a new jacket, the car and all parts of the car return to our headquarters for a final check and to be assembled.

Step 11.

Car is put together

Car is put together

Step 11.

Car is put together

Our team fully assembles the car and performs a final assessment.

Step 12.

Delivery of the car

Delivery of the car

The car has been thoroughly assessed and the restoration is completed. Now, the DBS is in its full glory and ready to hit the road with its new lucky owner!

We offer you the opportunity to own your own unique Aston Martin DBS! We have a collection of 7 classic Aston Martin DBS cars, each with their own history and each at a different stage of restoration. You can purchase a DBS project car at any moment of the restoration.