10 Qs to ask a dealer??

10 Qs to ask a dealer??

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downr

3,803 posts

128 months

Friday 27th February 2015
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Is there something to do with clutches on these things? (i have no idea, mine is still on its first clutch after 50 years it seems)

Mr Aston Martin

478 posts

160 months

Friday 27th February 2015
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Above everything enjoy the experience whatever happens

I wouldn't worry to much the questions as long as there is the car is in the pre owned program it may not be trouble free but it should be relatively cost free for any rectification work needed.

Of course it depends on the dealers your going to, stratstone price relatively keen and expect a decent churn which means its unlikely you will get a significant reduction. I would ask politely for a factory visit or experience day at Millbrook.

How specific are your needs or are you pretty relaxed? Most cars are well treated but if it doesn't feel right then forget about it as there are plenty of cars out there or find some patience until the right one appears!


SS972

591 posts

183 months

Friday 27th February 2015
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Jockman said:
Watcha Martyn...yup a Quantum Silver DBS....I collect it after Barbados.



Love to Mona smile
Bravo Phil, jolie, tu pensera a moi en me survolant

Jockman

17,917 posts

160 months

Saturday 28th February 2015
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Bonjour Seb mon ami. I shall be on South Beach and I will be very easy to spot. Sans blague !!! wink

V8 Animal

5,923 posts

210 months

Saturday 28th February 2015
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Jockman said:
How many previous Owners?

Full Service History?

What Warranty work has been undertaken on the car?

Why are you selling me a car with the gunk compressor beyond its use by date, in the full knowledge that you will charge me for a new one at the first service interval?

Why are you trying to sell me Gap Insurance when I can get Agreed Value at a cheaper price?

Is your dolly bird receptionist for hire?

When you shaft me will you be gentle?

Where's me Umbrella?

The advert says Stone Guards but where are they (yup, happened on my old DB9)?

Can you throw in a free car cover?

.....still thinking smile
Where's the umbrella ?
That sir I've shafted you with that.

Jon1967x

7,229 posts

124 months

Saturday 28th February 2015
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downr said:
Is there something to do with clutches on these things? (i have no idea, mine is still on its first clutch after 50 years it seems)
Pretty sure with the ASM they can tell the clutch wear.

OP - enjoy the test drive, keep away from anything you can't/don't want to afford as you wouldn't be the first to go in with a budget and end up spending 30k more!

Model year things change, mainly little stuff but things that might be worth it to you but equally a lot can be changed later (like retrofitting glass switches)

Report back with the car you're thinking of if you don't buy it and no doubt we'll comment amongst the cockery smile


FrankieDBSBee

757 posts

122 months

Saturday 28th February 2015
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Jockman said:
yup a Quantum Silver DBS....I collect it after Barbados.
Got to be the only reason that you want time to fly when your on holiday in Barbados! Hope your'e dining at The Cliff one evening smile

OP ask dealer if they are going to throw in a week in Barbados!

Jockman

17,917 posts

160 months

Saturday 28th February 2015
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FrankieDBSBee said:
Got to be the only reason that you want time to fly when your on holiday in Barbados! Hope your'e dining at The Cliff one evening smile

OP ask dealer if they are going to throw in a week in Barbados!
Lol.

AMDBSNick made the same comment !! I'll have to look in to it.

Karen and I don't stay at any hotel higher than 4 star plus and we prefer smaller boutique (family-run) places http://www.butterflybeach.com/

I tend to get ridiculed at posher places because of my skin colour and Buzz Lightyear speedos weeping

V8 Animal

5,923 posts

210 months

Saturday 28th February 2015
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That's enough!

Jockman

17,917 posts

160 months

Saturday 28th February 2015
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Hey Paul, you want to see where the red button is for contacting Star Command.

To Infinity and Beyond yes

downr

3,803 posts

128 months

Saturday 28th February 2015
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ah, thats just along from Turtle Beach, my kids love it there, some decent waves, lovely sand. And just on the doorstep for Oistins Fish Fry

Enjoy Mr Jockman!

Jon39

12,827 posts

143 months

Saturday 28th February 2015
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Our first time poster OP, probably feels almost completely ignored by now.

Not so much Pistonheads, as piston-off.

Hopefully his second encounter with Aston Martin, at a dealer today, might make the excitement return.

Perhaps posting on a Friday, was not the best day to choose.


Jockman

17,917 posts

160 months

Saturday 28th February 2015
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Thanks Rob - we will be in Oistins in 13 days time lick

V8 Animal

5,923 posts

210 months

Saturday 28th February 2015
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Jockman said:
Hey Paul, you want to see where the red button is for contacting Star Command.

To Infinity and Beyond yes
Mind boggles

Jockman

17,917 posts

160 months

Saturday 28th February 2015
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Jon39 said:
Our first time poster OP, probably feels almost completely ignored by now.

Doubt it...his thread is being kept at the top of the pile for people to see yes

He's certainly been ignored by you so far Jon smile

FrankieDBSBee

757 posts

122 months

Saturday 28th February 2015
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Jockman said:
we will be in Oistins in 13 days time lick
Mmm macaroni pie and fish. Don't be tempted to get on the stage for some dancing with the locals! music

Sorry OP and Jon...still top of the pile again.

Jockman

17,917 posts

160 months

Saturday 28th February 2015
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I may be tempted Frankie......I'm a dab hand at the conga, locomotion, agadoo, the birdie song and the time warp yes

FrankieDBSBee

757 posts

122 months

Saturday 28th February 2015
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All my dad dancing favourites!

Jon1967x

7,229 posts

124 months

Saturday 28th February 2015
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Jockman said:
I may be tempted Frankie......I'm a dab hand at the conga, locomotion, agadoo, the birdie song and the time warp yes
Which costume do you fancy when doing the ymca?

OP - how'd you get on?

SS972

591 posts

183 months

Saturday 28th February 2015
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Jockman said:
Bonjour Seb mon ami. I shall be on South Beach and I will be very easy to spot. Sans blague !!! wink
Enjoy your time off and congrat for the DBS