Highlights
- Impressive one owner from new car with very low mileage
- Full Aston Martin service history including original bill of sale
- Nicely specified Obsidian Black with black callipers and matching Obsidian Black interior
- Superb condition barely changed since it left the showroom
The Appeal
Whereas once Britain excelled at producing big, powerful trans-continental GT cars by the likes of Jensen, Aston Martin, Bristol and Alvis, today just one of those firms continues making new cars and remains a household name.
It is of course Aston Martin. The sinuous yet brutal Vanquish was the car that really launched the firm back into the GT fray and into the modern era. Combining advanced lightweight composite construction with hand built sophistication, this was a car worthy of the illustrious nameplate. The 520bhp Vanquish S added 60bhp more power and provided a compelling alternative to anything available from renowned German or Italian makers.
Just 1,089 Vanquish S cars were built. This one owner car cost over £184,000 in 2007 thanks to some carefully selected options. With less than 14,000 miles covered since and full Aston Martin service history, this is a fantastic opportunity to buy one of these rare and capable cars much as it would have left the factory 16 years ago.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered 31st May 2007
- Built by Aston between August 2006 and May 2007
- Original Vanquish S embossed leather bound service book
- We are told that this car has full Aston Martin service history
- History file includes various invoices from Aston Martin main dealers
- Original bill of sale shows £7,672 worth of options including black brake callipers, upgraded steering wheel and rear seats
- Last MOT expired 8th January 2021 but car has only covered 500 miles since
The Interior
- Beautifully maintained Vanquish S interior reflects the very low mileage of this car
- Later facelifted interior with revised centre console design and controls
- Obsidian Black interior with optional perforated leather seat panels
- Barely worn Platinum and Obsidian two-tone leather steering wheel
- Optional 2+2 seats were a £5,000 upgrade when new
- Optional heated windscreen
- Vanquish S high backed sports seats with electric operation and heating
- Leather trimmed centre console
- Optional 2+2 configuration with rear seats that appear unused
- Chrome rimmed dials with white faces
2007 was the final year of Vanquish S production and later cars such as this one gained revised fixtures and fittings from the DB9. This is most obvious in the centre console area where the aluminium rotary dials and updated switchgear add extra touches of quality.
This car was well specified by the first owner, the black theme of the exterior carried through with Obsidian Black leather seats. They feature optional perforated leather seat panels and are in superb condition, appearing barely used. The same is certainly true of the rear seats.
Elsewhere there is a smart two-tone Platinum and Osidian leather steering wheel and an array of attractive features including an infotainment system and prominent Start button. The condition throughout reflects the low mileage and care of the single owner, there being barely any signs of this car’s age or use.
The Exterior
- Subtle Obsidian Black paintwork in superb condition
- Black brake callipers enhance the understated look
- Factory standard polished 19in alloys, only the front nearside being lightly kerbed
- Vanquish S revised nose and front splitter
- Vanquish S badging
- Glasswork is unmarked with clear lenses
Black seems to particularly suit the lines of the Vanquish S and in a manner that entirely suits an Aston Martin, suitably underplays the potential of this most potent of cars. It can be an unforgiving colour, highlighting any scratches or stone chips, which makes the condition of this car all the more remarkable. We were unable to spot any stone chips or deterioration, likely helped by the factory-applied Stoneguard and bodycare finishes. No doubt the tiny mileage has also played a part.
The factory 19in wheels are shod with quality Toyo rubber. The last MOT had advisories for the two rear tyres but these appear to have been subsequently replaced. Only a small area of kerbing to the vulnerable nearside front rim slightly detracts.
The Mechanics
- 5,935cc Aston Martin hand built V12 engine
- 520bhp in S configuration
- Stiffer suspension, revised steering geometry and larger brakes of Sports Dynamic Package
- Full Aston Martin service history
- 6spd automated manual gearbox
Aston Martin’s V12 5.9litre engine is one of the firm’s finest achievements, a hand-built marvel that in primed Vanquish S trim delivers a remarkable 520bhp. It is enough to propel the car to 60mph in considerably less than 5secs.
Power is delivered to the rear wheels via a 6spd automated manual gearbox that enables the driver to switch between full automatic and clutchless ‘toptronic’ control via the steering wheel paddles. That versatility hints at the adaptability of this remarkable car - gentle GT cruiser when required, furious B-road banzai when conditions allow.
This car has a vanishingly small mileage which we are told is backed by a full Aston Martin service history.
Summary
The Vanquish S heralded a new era for Aston Martin, one that would blend technology with tradition. With the world moving to electric power it feels unlikely we’ll see cars like it again any time soon.
This remarkable example is a chance to celebrate those classic, big-engined British GT cars. With minimal mileage, one owner and full Aston Martin service history, this well specified is not to be missed.
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