Aston Martin Lagonda 1976–1985 car dimensions: 5283 mm long, 1816 mm wide and 1302 mm high. Unladen weight is 2,064 kg. Boot space with the seats up is 368 litres.
The cabin is finished in full Connolly leather with Wilton carpets and sheepskin over-rugs plus walnut veneer accents. Digital LED instruments with touch-sensitive switch panels are fitted as standard, later cars gaining CRT screens. Full air conditioning serves the front with separately controlled rear cooling from mid-1981. Power front seats and power windows are standard along with a stereo radio-cassette. No electronic parking or collision aids appear.
Boot capacity is given as 13 cu.ft, equating to 368 litres.
The cabin wraps occupants in full Connolly leather with Wilton carpets and sheepskin over-rugs. Front seats use multi-way power adjustment via door buttons and suit long hours. Full air conditioning cools the front with separate rear control from mid-1981. A fixed tinted glass panel over the rear seats floods the space with light. Digital instruments and touch switches give a futuristic feel while soft seating and walnut trim deliver traditional luxury.
5.3-litre V8 petrol with four Weber carburettors. heavy fuel use noted in tests.
Ventilated disc brakes front and rear with servo assistance.
Inertia-reel seat belts fitted front and rear.
Self-levelling rear suspension as standard.
Complex early digital electronics need specialist attention.
The 5.3-litre V8 uses fuel freely. One long test returned 13.5 mpg under hard driving. owners can expect better than 15 mpg in normal use. Twin rear fillers and a large tank make refills straightforward.
Servicing suits specialists familiar with hand-built Aston Martins. Early digital dash and touch controls prove temperamental and demand expert diagnosis. No fixed public service interval appears in period material.
Safety kit centres on fade-free ventilated discs all round and inertia-reel belts for every seat. Self-levelling rear suspension aids composure. No crash-test ratings or airbags feature in published records.
Living with the car means accepting rare parts and electronic quirks. The aluminium body stays sound with proper care. Regular specialist attention keeps the Lagonda reliable for grand-touring use.
Length 5283 mm, Width 1816 mm, Height 1302 mm, Wheelbase 2915 mm (Lagonda 1976–1985)
Sources: manufacturer data, Aston Martin Lagonda sales brochure, imprint Aston Martin Lagonda Limited, Newport Pagnell), It prints length, width, height, wheelbase, kerb weight, 128-litre tank including a 23-litre reserve, boot capacity of 13 cu ft.