Where are DBS values going?

[vinnie83]

Hi everyone, I was hoping to get some insight from those more familiar with the market than myself.

I currently have an early DB9 (2005) and really want to get into a DBS. I have a talent however for buying cars when they're on a decline, and selling just before they start appreciating.

I'd like to think I could get 32-33k for my DB9, and DBS's are starting at about 80+k. I have the crazy idea (man maths) that the DBS will lose less value than keeping my DB9 - and I'll be safer in a main dealer car with a warranty.

In an ideal world, the DBS will either not go down in value, or even slightly appreciate as I do about 2k miles a year, if that. Then, either swap into a Vanquish in a couple of years when values meet, or if the DBS is appreciating, keep it!

Has my heart taken over my head and made me lose all common sense, or is there any logic whatsoever (beyond creative man-maths) behind my thoughts?

Any advice appreciated.

[vinnie83]

Brakke said:

Is your DB9 a manual?

Nope, you don't see many of those!

[vinnie83]

RobDown said:

It's déjà vu all over again!

See almost identical post from Bincenzo, should be on next couple of pages of threads

Thanks!

For anyone in future:

http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...

[vinnie83]

Jockman said:

Does anyone buy a fooookin Astom Martin for the love of it anymore ????

If you need the money I can advise you on an investment that will give you minimum 25% return, otherwise just enjoy the damn thing.

We can't all afford to simply buy something because we love it, sometimes they have to make financial sense (as much as any car can) too!

I love astons, I'd buy a brand new aston every time a new model came out, but alas I cannot afford to, so finance has to be considered. If you are one of the lucky few who can afford not to be concerned as such, I envy you!

25% minimum return eh, do share.

[vinnie83]

Jockman said:

Apologies Vinnie if I came across in an obtuse manner

No worries mate

I have however, just gone and bought one

[vinnie83]

Bincenzo said:

Good work Vinnie, whats the spec?

Thanks!

2009 car from a main delaer. Tiptronic, ~41k miles, Onyx black with black leather/alcantara with red stitching, 10 spoke alloys.

It's also getting a Quicksilver supersport exhaust fitted by the dealer prior to delivery too.

Let the countdown begin!

[vinnie83]

Bincenzo said:

Good man, sleepless nights now then! I sympathise, I had a similar wait for mine, it's exhausting!! Also have Quicksliver on mine. Piccies when you pick it up, it's the law.

Will definitely post pics when it's here!

How do you find the exhaust? I was a little apprehensive about getting it because I've not driven a car with it but only heard one revving. How do you find living with it?

Going from a 2005 DB9 to the DBS, so am very excited!

[vinnie83]

tonyhall38 said:

All these dbs,s......glad I bought the vanq now.....

There are a lot more Vanquishes (Vanqii?) than DBS no? I would have loved a Vanquish but it's still a fair bit above my budget so I guess this will have to do for now

Love the colour on yours BTW, would be my first choice too!

[vinnie83]

Just realised I didn't post the pics as promised, so if anybody is interested, here you go!






Wish I could post a vid with the exhaust sound, it's awesome (quicksilver sports exhaust).