An opportunity to acquire possibly one of the most sorted Aston Martin 4. 3 V8 manual Vantages in the UK. An immaculate 2006 CTR Green (Tungsten Grey underneath) coupe with incredibly low milage and impeccable service history being subject to a total modification program by CTR in December 2021.
Costing close to £30, 000 the transformation has managed to produce an exquisite, hand built grand tourer that still looks modern today. Costing £60, 000 in 2022, this represents fantastic value for it's next custodian.
CTR, had a very specific vision for these limited build Astons; to be the ultimate road car from the Aston Martin platform including modifications to dynamics, handling and aesthetics.
The bespoke CTR green is actually an innovative, peelable paint by Logic VPC, it’s applied exactly like traditional paint, but has the desirable benefits of both protecting the original paintwork and can be peeled off when required.
This V8 Vantage is amazingly suited to road trips; longer gearing with an absolutely mesmerising visceral crescendo from 5 to 8, 000 rpm. It’s sheer beauty is hard to deny, absolute balanced perfection with just the right amount of curves and proportion. Already a modern classic, I believe this particular modified Vantage manages to exceed expectation and deliver’s on CTR’s dream of producing the ultimate Aston Martin road car.
The extensive works list:
H&S valved stainless steel exhaust
Nitron R1-AM Dampers 24 way adjust
Upgraded performance air filters
Upgraded performance brake pads all round
Upgraded performance gearbox and engine oils
Michelin Pilot 4 S tyres
Twin clutch kit and lightweight flywheel
Velocity AP Remap
Over 75lbs reduction in weight
CTR Green peelable paintwork by Logic VPC
V12 Carbon front grille
Rear aerofoil
Matt bronze 20" DBS alloys
Aston Martin black and gold badges
Gloss black slam panel and badging
Gloss black rear diffuser
Function First billet aluminium gear knob and shaft
Aston Installations HD Apple Car Play
I've owned and enjoyed this for a few years now and has been an absolute pleasure. It's been recently serviced; oil, filters, brake fluid and general health check and is ready to go, obviously being 18 years old now, there are always a couple of details to mention:
A couple of areas of the peelable paint have been chipped, and a small area within the driver's side wing vent has become brittle, Logic VPC can easily repair, but so far, haven't had the time to get it back in.
The remote locking is slightly temperamental, not always locking first time. It isn't something I've been overly bothered by, so haven't investigated the cause.
In summery, an amazing, modified Aston Martin Vantage, long MOT (November 24) recently serviced and low miles at 31, 000. It's a joy to own and drive and deserves a home where it is fully appreciated and driven.
An exquisite, hand built grand tourer that still looks modern today. Built back in 2006, this particular V8 Vantage has been subject to a complete transformation in 2021, which has delivered something extremely special and individual.
Having covered just 31, 000 miles since new, the base Vantage was an immaculate, Tungston Grey car, it came with great service history which made it the perfect starting point for conversion into a CTR Vantage.
Richard of CTR, had a very specific vision for these limited build Astons; to be the ultimate road car from the Aston Martin platform including modifications to dynamics, handling and aesthetic.
After building a number of air cooled Porsches, I had the opportunity to exchange the last 993 Outlaw for this Vantage CTR. With its similarities in modifications and being one of the most beautiful modern coupes ever built, I thought I’d indulge in a lifelong dream of owning an Aston Martin.
