--- title: "You Can Buy New Factory Engine Parts for Your Classic Aston Martin DB5 Now" description: "You'll soon be able to buy brand-new classic Aston Martin engines and transmissions for the first time in decades." date: "2023-05-01" modified: "2023-05-01" authors: - name: "Nico DeMattia" job_title: "Contributing Writer" link: "https://www.thedrive.com/authors/nico-demattia" url: "https://www.thedrive.com/news/you-can-buy-new-factory-engine-parts-for-your-classic-aston-martin-db5-now" categories: - "Aston Martin News" - "News" - "News by Brand" --- # You Can Buy New Factory Engine Parts for Your Classic Aston Martin DB5 Now ![]() Owning a classic [Aston Martin ]()is now a little less stressful. For decades, if your classic Aston engine went kaput, you had to rebuild it, find an engine from a donor car, or swap it entirely. Now Aston Martin Works—the historic arm of Aston Martin—is putting classic engines and transmissions back into production with all the factory paperwork that classic Aston owners need to assert their position in the Concours pecking order. For the Aston Martin [DB4](), [DB5](), DB6, and [some V8]() models, owners can buy new engine blocks, cylinder heads, gearboxes, and other major components, all built to the original manufacturer's specifications. ![]() “Working with the exceptional engineers both here and at Aston Martin’s Gaydon headquarters, key parts suppliers were tasked with developing these new components," Paul Spires, president of Aston Martin Works, said in a statement. One of those suppliers Aston Martin Works is working with is ZF, who helped to recreate the original gearboxes for the first time since the 1970s. All original engine and gearbox recreations will have the proper documentation to prove their authenticity. So when it comes Concours time, owners won't have to worry about nosy judges knocking points off for using any aftermarket engine components. The Aston Martin Works team also checks and inspects all components before they're sold. ![]() Aston Martin Works already offered components for classic cars such as shock absorbers, suspension parts, brakes and even body parts. Many auxiliary engine components were already available, too, such as carburetors, fuel pumps, thermostats, and gasket kits. Sourcing most parts for classic Astons hasn't been an issue for many years. However, this is the first time major powertrain and drivetrain components are being recreated. There's no word on how much recreated Aston Martin inline-sixes and V8s will cost but if you own a classic Aston, you probably aren't too concerned with the price. *Got tips? Send 'em to tips@thedrive.com* ## Author Nico is a writer and reviewer from New Jersey who probably thinks he’s a lot funnier than he actually is. His love of cars began when he was just a kid playing Gran Turismo 3, grinding out enough race wins with a Mazda Miata to save up for an in-game RUF 911. That passion for small, lightweight sports cars drove his desire to learn more about the industry, get his hands on as many cars as he could, and bring those experiences to life on the page. He cut his teeth writing about BMWs, Volkswagens, and Audis, mostly, and has owned far too many of each. He’s on his fourth 3 Series sedan, but all of his old, cheap German cars have forced him to learn more about car maintenance than his mechanical capability can handle. Too many late nights have been spent scrambling to get a car running by morning so he could get to work. For some reason, he never seems to learn that old Bimmers probably aren’t the best daily drivers. But he loves more than just old German cars. He’ll gladly drive and discuss anything with four (or even three) wheels. Cars aren’t his only passions, though. Nico is also a big nerd and loves movies, video games, comic books, and cares far too much about the New York Giants. So don’t be surprised if you see football references or dumb, obscure movie quotes in any of his car reviews. ### Author social links [Instagram]() [LinkedIn]()