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Now Aston has launched its revised and enhanced pre-owned initiative: Timeless. Pretentious name aside, it aims to build upon the success of the current used car program with additional benefits.
It covers all Aston models from the past 10 years, right up to and including a One-77 if you simply must have one. For all cars bought under the Timeless programme, buyers will now get a one-year warranty with roadside assistance, an “exhaustive technical inspection” that includes hardware and software updates, verification of the car’s service history and a VIP handover pack. Oh yes, and “valuable discounts on Aston Martin accessories for three months from the date of purchase”. So if you need a matching polo shirt then you know what to do!
Aston says that the new scheme will add confidence for pre-owned buyers; it’s available now at UK, European and Middle Eastern dealers. And, well, we had to have a quick look: this 2014 V8 Vantage manual looks even better with news of the new Timeless approval.