Highlights

24,250 warranted miles from new with stamped service book
Recently serviced and MOT valid to February 2027 with no advisories
Emission sensors recently replaced at Aston Martin Bristol
Previously entrusted to Aston Martin Cambridge for storage
Retains original DVD system, earphones and umbrella

The Appeal

The Aston Martin Rapide was a bold proposition: a full four-door grand tourer powered by the marque's naturally aspirated 6.0-litre V12, offering the visceral thrill of a sports car with genuine four-seat accommodation. Ambitious, but highly successful, it remains one of the most characterful and charismatic ways to cover ground, and the sonorous V12 is an experience few modern cars can rival.

This 2012 example presents with 24,250 miles on the clock and benefits from a documented service history with stamps in the book. It was previously stored at Aston Martin Cambridge while its former owner worked overseas, and has recently had its emission sensors replaced at the marque's Bristol dealership.

Original accessories, including the DVD system, earphones and umbrella, are still present, adding to the sense of a well-kept and complete car. It comes to market freshly serviced as of February 2026 and with an MOT valid to February 2027.

History and Paperwork

First registered in the United Kingdom in 2012
Purchased by the current keeper in February 2026
Two former registered keepers
Previously stored at Aston Martin Cambridge for a number of years while the former owner worked overseas
Service history with stamps evident in the service book
Last serviced in February 2026
Emission sensors recently replaced at Aston Martin Bristol, with invoice available
MOT valid to 18th February 2027 (no advisories)
Private registration not included in the sale

Service history (book stamps):

02/25 - 20,635 miles - David Appleby Engineering LTD
05/21 - 17,326 miles - Aston Martin Cambridge
05/19 - 16,149 miles - Aston Martin Cambridge
03/18 - 12,247 miles - Aston Martin Cambridge
10/15 - 3,837 miles - Aston Martin Cambridge
10/14 - 2,870 miles - Aston Martin Cambridge

The Condition

Exterior rated 9/10 by the vendor, with a paint chip on the front just below the bonnet and another at the rear
The vendor describes the underside as being in very good order
Interior rated 10/10 by the vendor, with the leather described as presenting exceedingly well
Aston Martin logo stitched on the headrests
Comes with original earphones and umbrella

The Mechanics

6.0-litre V12 engine
Six-speed automatic transmission
The vendor reports the V12 engine runs very well
No MOT advisories

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