Handmade in the uk
Aston Martin DB2 Centre Bonnet Mouldings
- DB2 First Sanction
- DB2
- DB2/4
- DB2/4 MK2
- DB2/4 Mk3
This moulding is seen on all DB2 models and is fitted along the centre of the bonnet between the Aston Martin badge above the grille, and air intake towards the windscreen. It is fitted to the bonnet skin using a series of BA threaded studs that have been soldered to the brass trim profile. The studs slot through holes in the aluminium bonnet skin and are secured with the supplied nuts and washers.
All DMark® centre bonnet mouldings have a cavity filled with body-solder which helps stabilise and strengthen the long, thin, and inherently fragile part and its vulnerable threaded studs.
A solder-filled trim is a stronger one, so when being fitted it will pull and screw down against the shape of the vehicle’s bodywork with a lower risk of part deformation.
At DMark® we have seen, repaired and made quite a few centre bonnet mouldings over the years. That and alongwith the styling variations throughout the Feltham era DB2 cars we have identified varying lengths which is why we offer customers four fixed length variants, which we believe will cover nearly all DB2 model types.
However, if no fixed length is suitable we can make you a custom length version to data the customer supplies.
Entirely handmade using DMark® custom tooling, jigs, patterns and aids and derived from data from original factory trim and drawings, each trim is polished and ready for plating.
All DMark® DB2 centre bonnet mouldings are finished as polished brass, ready for chrome.
Customers have the option to receive their new centre bonnet moulding in polished brass or chrome.
Be rest assured at DMark® we only work with long-standing, reputable electroplating firms for our work and products. These DB2 centre bonnet mouldings are essentially a “bolt-on” component so some clients prefer DMark® to handle the chrome plating. However we do appreciate there are others who will handle the chrome plating themselves and prefer to have their component in polished brass. Perhaps you’re restoring the whole car and want to have all your chrome plating done at once after a dry-fit?
For the most part, these mouldings are Made-to-Order however we do normally have material in-stock.
Fixtures and fasteners (nuts and bolts) are supplied.
Customers will be aware that, in particular, when vehicles have had extensive repairs; their bodywork, paintwork and the extent of body-filler used can change the panel-shape of the zone mouldings are meant to sit. At DMark® we have taken great care to replicate the most original shape known but occasionally that may differ from the surface geometry of a vehicle. A similar scenario could also mean stud holes in the bodywork may differ to the stud positions of new DMark® parts.
Seen on the various DB2 models. This variant has a consistent, narrow, parallel profile with short tapers either end, and has a length of 44 5/16″ tip to tip along arc.
Seen on the various DB2 models. This variant has a consistent, narrow, parallel profile with short tapers either end, and has a length of 46 ⅛″ tip to tip along arc.
Seen on the various DB2 models. This variant has a consistent, narrow, parallel profile with short tapers either end, and has a length of 46 ¾″ tip to tip along arc.
Seen on the DB2/4 Mk3 models, although customers owning different models have also purchased this moulding type. This variant is taller and more sculpted and tapered and has a length of 44 ¾″ tip to tip along arc.
Due to the wide range of centre bonnet moulding lengths we’ve seen, and appears Aston Martin made. Sometimes it’s easier for customers to give us the type and length they want that matches their vehicle or old part being replaced.
Ideally we will want as many dimensions as possible, a good starting point would be measurements for;
- tip to tip (along arc)
- tip to tip (straight line)
- from rear stud to tip
- from front stud to tip
- between studs
- width at widest point
- height at tallest point
Customisation
This variant can be made specifically to your dimensions. Bespoke to you.
Talk to us first then send measurements, diagrams or a hand drawn sketch, annotated photos or CAD, even faded old drawings.
Bespoke by DMark®
