The Aston Martin DB4 GT Zagato, a joint effort by British engineering and Italian design, remains an unparalleled example of automotive excellence. With only 19 ever made, it's no surprise that the car's value today sits between $10 and $15 million USD. The DB4 GT Zagato not only boasts a breath-taking body designed by Zagato, but also improved performance that elevated the already impressive DB4 GT to new levels. Its top speed of 154 mph and acceleration from 0-60 mph in just 6.1 seconds made it a remarkable combination of a race car and road-legal vehicle. Debuting at the 1960 London Motor Show, the DB4 GT Zagato featured an aluminium body and modifications for greater speed and agility. Its 3.7-liter, straight-six engine generated 302 bhp, propelling the car to 151 mph. Additional features included a shortened wheelbase, dual-plate clutch, close-ratio transmission, and larger brakes

 

This 1:8 scale model replicates 1 VEV as raced in 1961, capturing every detail of the car, including its 1961 specification after a comprehensive restoration in 2007. The DB4 GT Zagato remains one of the most sought-after Aston Martins, both for its beauty and its legacy.

The DB4 GT Zagato raced successfully, with its most famous entry being the "1 VEV" (DB4GT/1082/R), which competed in the 1961 Goodwood Tourist Trophy. It placed third in a race that saw Roy Salvadori drive the car to a podium finish.

This 1:8 scale model replicates 1 VEV as raced in 1961, capturing every detail of the car, including its 1961 specification after a comprehensive restoration in 2007. The DB4 GT Zagato remains one of the most sought-after Aston Martins, both for its beauty and its legacy.