Vantage V12....Talk to me!

[Luke640d]

Hi All,

Well the time has come for me to look at buying an Aston Martin (wanted for years) and found a V12 Vantage Carbon Black Edition (I believe 1 of 200 made).

Has anyone got one? Is there anything I should be aware of?

Thanks in advance!

[Luke640d]

Thanks all

I was considering a V8 but I can't help thinking you only do it once, get a V12.

This car is a '12 plate with 4k on the clock!

[Luke640d]

V8V Man said:

As many have said drive a V12 and you'll want one, I did at the launch back in 2009 and earlier this year with the V12S and ever since I have been seeking one!

I've just (Sept) replaced my 2006 V8 with a 2011 V12 Carbon Black. I believe that some 1200 V12 coupes were made and the original 2011 Carbon Black was build one per dealership! Mine was bought from a main dealer and therefore has a full AM warranty so hopefully covered for issues.

I understand that earlier V12's had a clutch issue which was sorted under warranty, given the one you are looking at has on,y 4K miles can't think of any major to look out for! Lots has been written about the P Zero Corsa's but generally be sensible and get them warmed up first. They also like to drink a drop of Mobil's finest, so keep an eye on that.

Never was a big fan of black Vantage's but the V12 Carbon Black just looks right especially with those additions of carbon fibre.

Just go do it - life's too short!

Thank you for your advice, very informative!

I read earlier that clutches can last 40 - 50k - is this true?

[Luke640d]

Insurance quote of £612.99

10k per annum (8k personal 2k business), legal cover, protected NCDs, windscreen cover and £300 excess.

[Luke640d]

I would just like to thank everyone for help so far.

Talking to Craig about his, with regards to the one at Hofmanns he said the reg is JR12 BRH when it gets put back on original. Is it possible to register car with a private plate?

Thanks