2008 Aston Martin Vantage Convertible
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Highlights
- Only 12,566 miles from new
- Full and comprehensive service records
- Recently serviced by Aston Martin Works Service
- Amazing condition and specification
- Fitted Aston Martin car cover included in the sale
The Appeal
Aston Martin first teased us with the Vantage at the 2003 North American International Auto Show, leading to a production launch two years later of a car that looked pretty much the same.
Not that it was a bad thing – the V8 Vantage was an astonishingly pretty car, penned by Danish-American designer Henrik Fisker and brought to production with barely a visual change.
It was launched with a new 4.3-litre V8 engine developing 385bhp, offering a 0-60mph sprint time of 4.9 seconds and a top speed in excess of 180mph.
Today, they’re up and coming modern classics, with the convenience of feeling fresh and modern to drive, but with the classic cachet of the Aston Martin brand.
This one is a collector’s quality car, having covered just over 12,500 miles from new with a fully documented service record. It’s offered for sale with an invoice for a fresh service carried out at Aston Martin Works Service in Newport Pagnell and is in stunning condition throughout.
If you’re in the market for a Vantage of this vintage then this one is very hard to ignore, as it’s a superb, low mileage example that has been properly cared for throughout its life. It’s a genuine car that has been well loved throughout its life.
The History and Paperwork
- Fully stamped service book
- Two previous owners
- Main dealer until 2015, reputable specialist since
- Full V5C in the name of the vendor
- File of receipts showing thousands spent
- Original leather handbook and service wallet
- Supplied new by Grange Aston Martin of Brentwood and serviced by respected well-known independents until current ownership, where the car has been maintained by Works Service
- Genuine low mileage
The Condition
- Stunning Midnight Blue Pearl
- Superb order throughout
- Paintwork protection package
- Unmarked 19-inch alloys with Bridgestone Potenza tyres
- Bodywork is almost flawless with a deep lustre
- Gorgeous Cream Truffle leather
- Extensive equipment levels
- Excellent condition
- Factory option wind deflector
- Aston Martin Vantage tailored car cover is included
Finished in the wonderful shade of Midnight Blue Pearl, the Vantage is very smartly presented and sits on a set of superb seven-spoke alloy wheels, offset by sporty grey brake callipers.
There are no dents and only a couple of tiny, superficial marks, none of which is immediately noticeable. The car also has a paint protection package on the front end to minimise stonechips.
The electric folding roof is in fine order and works perfectly, tucking itself away neatly in just a few moments.
Inside, the Aston feels pretty special, with heated, electrically adjustable ‘Cream Truffle’ leather sports seats, contrasting blue carpets and its original stereo and climate control console. Everything works as it should and the condition is superb throughout
Similarly, the boot is clean and well-presented and the original tools are present, while the car contains a plaque stating that it was hand-built in England and had its final inspection by Aston-Martin employee Mick Moten.
The vendor reports that the dash was partly retrimmed a few years ago after a water leak and is now in perfect condition.
The Mechanics
- 4.3-litre V8
- Six-speed automatic
- Recently serviced by Aston Martin Works Service
- Extremely quick and responsive
Under the bonnet is a 385bhp 4.3-litre V8 engine of Aston Martin’s own design. It’s devilishly quick and sounds amazing, while this one has the added advantage of automatic transmission with paddle shifters on the steering wheel.
According to the vendor it drives incredibly well with no issues whatsoever, and is fast, responsive and refined at cruising speeds. The incredibly low mileage should add further peace of mind, especially as the car has always been maintained by Aston Martin main dealers or specialists.
BEFORE YOU BUY
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✓ If the seller is registered as a private seller, consumer rights stemming from EU consumer protection law do not apply. Car & Classic’s return policy applies.
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✓ This vehicle is “Sold As Seen”, on an “As Is, Where Is’ basis and without warranty. A full inspection of the vehicle prior to purchase and bidding is recommended. Photos and descriptions are for guidance purposes only.
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Vehicle specification
- Year 2008
- Make Aston Martin
- Model Vantage Roadster
- Colour Dark blue
- Odometer 12,566 Miles
- Engine size
Auction Details
- Seller Type Private
- Town Bury St Edmonds
- Location Suffolk
- Country United Kingdom
12
bids
from 5
bidders
- sc•••• £33,000 22/04/24
- ci•••• £32,800 22/04/24
- sc•••• £32,400 22/04/24
- ci•••• £32,150 22/04/24
- sc•••• £31,650 22/04/24
- Ed•••• £31,100 22/04/24
- ci•••• £30,600 22/04/24
- _S•••• £30,100 19/04/24
- Ed•••• £29,850 15/04/24
- Ed•••• £26,000 15/04/24
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