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Without a doubt, one of our most exciting offerings from the famed 1st generation of production at the Gaydon works, this spectacular and unique V12 Vantage S Manual Roadster, upgraded with the Performance Pack to now produce 595bhp. The result of successive development, the V12 Vantage S with 7-speed (dog leg) Manual gearbox represents the pinnacle of the first generation Gaydon production Aston Martin’s. The charismatic V12 engine of 595 bhp, gives an intoxicating analogue performance and sound, arguably unmatched by the turbo charged V8 engine and 8-speed automatic gearbox, of current production cars. This truly unique example, we are delighted to offer, 1 of just 31 UK RHD V12 Vantage S Manual Roadsters, was conceived and designed by the studios of Aston Martin’s famed Q division at their Gaydon HQ. Inspiringly finished in (Q Special) Red Lion, with Red Satin tint Carbon Fibre used for the hood louvres, front grille, front splitter, rear diffuser and side strakes. The exterior appearance is further complemented by the bespoke touches of Jet Black lipstick graphic, Jet Black wing mirror covers and Jet Black Tailgate graphic (including rear light infills), Red brake calipers, sitting behind Satin Black Lightweight wheels, and black enamel infill Q fender badges, body colour exterior door releases, black textured tailpipe finishers and black side window finishers. Topped with a convertible hood in Black. The interior is clothed in Pure Black Caithness Leather and Pure Black Alcantara with Spicy Red stitching with Obsidian Black carpets. Additional bespoke ‘Q’ touches in the interior include the Red Satin tint full length Twill Carbon Fibre facia trim, split Silver and Spicy Red V12 Vantage S headrest embroidery, the Obsidian Black full alcantara steering wheel, hand brake gaiter in Pure Black leather with Spicy Red stitching, Pure Black alcantara instrument binnacle, gear shift gaiter and door inserts with Spicy Red leather stripe. Leaving no stone unturned, the Owner’s Manual and ECU key pouch are also finished in Spicy Red, a further bespoke ‘Q’ touch. Upgraded by Aston Martin with the ‘race inspired’ Performance Pack, consisting of Magnesium manifolds coupled with a full length titanium exhaust, which delivers a performance upgrade increasing power from 565bhp to 595bhp, a spectacular soundtrack, combined with the weight saving gains of 16kg. Notable optional extras included in this exclusive specification include; Bang & Olufsen Beosound Audio with black speaker grilles, Carbon Fibre Lightweight seats, Piano Black Interior Trim Pack, Black headlamp bezels, front and rear parking sensors and reversing camera. A full specification description is available on request. First registered in January 2018, the car has now covered a total of 7,700 miles. Throughout, its condition is superb with the paintwork protected by full body PPF. Supplied, having been serviced annually by Aston Martin Main agents, the last in January 2023. An unrepeatable opportunity to own a very special and totally unique example of one of Aston Martin’s greatest cars, which is guaranteed to turn heads, wherever it goes. Supplied with a bespoke custom fit car cover and original Aston Martin umbrella. Available for viewing now at our Hertfordshire showrooms. https://www.nicholasmee.co.uk/aston-martin-car-sales/16522919-aston-martin-v12-vantage-s-manual-roadster/?utm_source=astonforum&utm_medium=referral+&utm_campaign=v12vantage-red-lion-astonmartinforum&utm_id=v12vantage-red-lion-astonmartinforum

2010 ASTON MARTIN DBS Offered in superb condition throughout, this ‘collector grade’, low mileage DBS, finished in Midnight Blue over Phantom Grey hides, with Phantom Grey carpets and with a Cirrus Grey headlining. Replacing the first generation Vanquish as the flagship of the Aston Martin range in 2007, the DBS is a significant model in the history of Aston Martin. Not only being, at the time, the most capable high performance GT model Aston Martin had produced, with 510bhp, a stiffer chassis and carbon ceramic brakes providing awesome stopping power, but also the DBS was to play a starring role in ‘Casino Royale’, the 007 movie that provided Daniel Craig his debut as our favourite secret agent, firmly putting the model on the map and providing dealers worldwide with full order books at launch. Aston Martin went on to build just over 2,500 DBS’ with the model having just about the highest black /grey / silver score of any Aston Martin ever, with 72% being built in these colours before production ceased in 2012. This particular DBS is finished in the very rare ‘Fast Track’ colour of Midnight Blue, just 1 of 8 UK right hand drive DBS’ to be finished in the colour and interestingly, the only example to have been built with an all Phantom Grey interior, therefore it being a ‘One of One’. This 2011 model year example was first registered in November 2010, in 2+2 seating and Touchtronic II specification. In addition to the usual luxurious specifications of the DBS, which includes Bang & Olufsen Beosound audio system, Dynamic stability control (DCS) and Adaptive Damping System (ADS) optional extras chosen on this example include; Full length Piano Black fascia trim, Alarm upgrade Volumetric + Tilt Sensors, auto dim interior rear view mirror, DBS headrest logo, and 10 spoke Diamond Turned Silver wheels. Purchased by its last, enthusiast owner from Aston Martin Cambridge in 2011, servicing has been carried out, annually by the same agents with our own workshops carrying out the last two services, most recently in June of this year. Having now thoroughly prepared the car for sale, we can confirm that its condition is of the highest order, throughout. The paintwork being virtually unmarked and the interior displaying only the lightest evidence of any wear. Supplied with an extensive history folder, containing previous purchase invoice, servicing receipts and MOT certificates along with a custom fit Aston Martin car cover, Aston Martin umbrella and battery conditioner. With the best DBS examples now being highly sought after by the Aston Martin enthusiast community, with many suggesting that the purposeful yet timeless styling of the model thus far to be bettered, we would go as far as saying that now is the perfect ‘Time to Buy’ one of these future classics! This therefore represents an opportunity to own one of the very best examples, in this classic and rare colour combination. Available for viewing and demonstration now at our Hertfordshire showrooms.

Anyone up for a breakfast meeting on the 27th? Meet at the Co-op carpark in Cowfold at 8:30 for a drive to Cowdray Farm for Breakfast. Remember all Marques welcome so spread the word.