V12V Spec

[Jon39]

drjonV12V said:

If everyone decides that the value proposition is to only buy pre-owned cars, eventually AML will be unable to sell any more new cars, ..............

.......... buying pre-owned makes sense to me for now.

Although I could buy new, I am too aware that almost all cars are heavily depreciating assets.
I do however agree with the comments about the enjoyment of choosing an exact specification.

The route that I took, was to first choose my specification, then using the Aston Martin pre-owned website, wait for that car to appear. For a rare spec. you do obviously need patience and luck, but it can work.

The person to whom I am grateful is the original owner, who was happy to buy a customer specification car. As you say drjonV12V, without those buyers my plan would never work.

[Y100]

Jon39 said:

Although I could buy new, I am too aware that almost all cars are heavily depreciating assets.
I do however agree with the comments about the enjoyment of choosing an exact specification.

The route that I took, was to first choose my specification, then using the Aston Martin pre-owned website, wait for that car to appear. For a rare spec. you do obviously need patience and luck, but it can work.

The person to whom I am grateful is the original owner, who was happy to buy a customer specification car. As you say drjonV12V, without those buyers my plan would never work.

Jon39, like you, I started out looking for a car that had basically the spec I wanted but it was never going to happen, well that soon became my conclusion. Patience was never my strong point so I just took the plunge! In so doing, I have had to accept the heavy depreciation you mention BUT the car I have on order has exactly the spec I want, the external, internal colours, carbon pack options, reversing camera etc etc, (except for the several personalised features I would have liked, that 'Q' refused to consider),,,,,BR are my saviour there.

[mikey k]

Y100 said:

Jon39 said:

Although I could buy new, I am too aware that almost all cars are heavily depreciating assets.
I do however agree with the comments about the enjoyment of choosing an exact specification.

The route that I took, was to first choose my specification, then using the Aston Martin pre-owned website, wait for that car to appear. For a rare spec. you do obviously need patience and luck, but it can work.

The person to whom I am grateful is the original owner, who was happy to buy a customer specification car. As you say drjonV12V, without those buyers my plan would never work.

Jon39, like you, I started out looking for a car that had basically the spec I wanted but it was never going to happen, well that soon became my conclusion. Patience was never my strong point so I just took the plunge! In so doing, I have had to accept the heavy depreciation you mention BUT the car I have on order has exactly the spec I want, the external, internal colours, carbon pack options, reversing camera etc etc, (except for the several personalised features I would have liked, that 'Q' refused to consider),,,,,BR are my saviour there.

pretty much exactly how I ended up with my S

[Jon39]

Y100 said:

Jon39, like you, I started out looking for a car that had basically the spec I wanted but it was never going to happen, well that soon became my conclusion. Patience was never my strong point so I just took the plunge!

I did have to wait for more than a year, and eventually was uncannily lucky. I only know of one other UK car in the same spec.

You will very much enjoy your new car, because importantly, it will be exactly how you want it. You must be looking forward to delivery day.

[Y100]

Jon39 said:

I did have to wait for more than a year, and eventually was uncannily lucky. I only know of one other UK car in the same spec.

You will very much enjoy your new car, because importantly, it will be exactly how you want it. You must be looking forward to delivery day.

Sooo patient Jon39, more than a year, I confess my impatience is sometimes inappropriate. Build commenced last week, going to the factory on Monday morning to see her taking shape. I can only liken the intense feeling of anticipation as that experienced going on a first date with that very special lady,,,,,jeees its wonderful.

[Jon39]

Y100 said:

..... going to the factory on Monday morning to see her taking shape.

Great to be able to see the build.

Normally they do not allow photography within the factory, but judging by some previous topics here, you may be allowed to photograph your own car.

If you would like to post any build pictures, I think it would be appreciated.

Enjoy your visit.

[Y100]

Jon39 said:

Great to be able to see the build.

Normally they do not allow photography within the factory, but judging by some previous topics here, you may be allowed to photograph your own car.

If you would like to post any build pictures, I think it would be appreciated.

Enjoy your visit.

If I can take'm, I'll post'm.

[DB9VolanteDriver]

Jon39 said:

Y100 said:

..... going to the factory on Monday morning to see her taking shape.

Great to be able to see the build.

Normally they do not allow photography within the factory, but judging by some previous topics here, you may be allowed to photograph your own car.

If you would like to post any build pictures, I think it would be appreciated.

Enjoy your visit.

I consider myself very lucky to have more than 100 photos of my car being built, from start to finish. Makes ownership feel that much more special.

[Y100]

DB9VolanteDriver said:

I consider myself very lucky to have more than 100 photos of my car being built, from start to finish. Makes ownership feel that much more special.

How so Steve,,,

[DB9VolanteDriver]

Y100 said:

DB9VolanteDriver said:

I consider myself very lucky to have more than 100 photos of my car being built, from start to finish. Makes ownership feel that much more special.

How so Steve,,,

It's great to be able to see your car being built, since that is something that very, very few ever get to see, especially considering the number of dealer spec cars built. When you attend car shows, lots of people are interested in seeing the car being built...it makes a great photo album to share with other car aficionados.

And ultimately, if and when you sell the car, photos can only enhance the sale (it may not bring more money, but it does give your car that extra something to distinguish it from similar spec cars). At least that's the way I see it...

So, if you can manage it, take as many photos of your car on the line as you can.

[Y100]

DB9VolanteDriver said:

It's great to be able to see your car being built, since that is something that very, very few ever get to see, especially considering the number of dealer spec cars built. When you attend car shows, lots of people are interested in seeing the car being built...it makes a great photo album to share with other car aficionados.

And ultimately, if and when you sell the car, photos can only enhance the sale (it may not bring more money, but it does give your car that extra something to distinguish it from similar spec cars). At least that's the way I see it...

So, if you can manage it, take as many photos of your car on the line as you can.

If I could, I'd be snapping away at every stage of the build but two things are stopping me, its a 2 hour drive to the factory and access is being arranged thru' the dealer, with a strict time slot. Delivery is due a week tomorrow, so unlikely I'll get back to factory before then. Hey-ho, tomorrow will be great.

Edited by Y100 on Sunday 9th June 12:27