Aston Martin 1938 2-litre

Make

Aston Martin

Model

1938 2-litre

Listed price

$149,500

Location

Astoria, New York

Transmission

Automatic

Mileage

0 miles

The 2-litre was a pivotal model for Aston Martin, representing their return to the top tier of British sports car manufacturers after a period of financial restructuring in the mid-1930s. Introduced in 1936, it was Aston Martin’s first car to feature the now-iconic 2.0-liter, dry-sump inline-four engine, an evolution of their successful pre-war racing units. This powerplant, combined with a robust chassis, allowed the 2-litre to achieve impressive performance for its era, quickly establishing a reputation for both speed and elegance. While total production numbers for all 2-litre variants were modest, with fewer than 100 examples built across its various body styles, the Drophead Coupé, in particular, offered a blend of sporting prowess and open-air touring luxury, appealing to a discerning clientele who valued exclusivity and engineering excellence. This 1938 Aston Martin 2-litre Drophead Coupé, chassis number 24701, is a truly remarkable example of this rare pre-war thoroughbred. Featuring coachwork by E.D. Abbott Ltd of Farnham, this matching-numbers car boasts an extraordinary provenance, having been under the same dedicated ownership for the past five decades. More notably, this very vehicle served as the actual test car featured in the renowned English motoring magazine *The Autocar* in 1938, cementing its place in automotive history. Presenting as an incredibly original and rare specimen, this Aston Martin 2-litre Drophead Coupé is an ideal candidate for a sympathetic restoration, offering a unique opportunity to revive a significant piece of motoring heritage.