2013 Aston Martin Vantage Roadster S 4.7 Sportshift II

Highlights 

• 430bhp V8 and Sportshift II gearbox

• Full Aston Martin service history

• Low mileage

• Well-maintained

• In excellent condition throughout

Overview

Aston Martin is such an evocative brand. It's a name that not only conjures up images of fine tailored suits, trips to the French Riviera and effortless, elegant style (in no small part due to the Secret Service shenanigans of a certain fictional double-O agent), but also of rip-roaring performance and multiple motorsport victories in a dashing display of duality that many other manufacturers simply cannot match.

From the early, exquisite DB series cars to more modern fare like the Vanquish, Aston Martin has consistently delivered. There's even a crossover SUV now, highlighting the company's desire to adapt to the changing times and tastes of an industry that it has always been at the forefront of. And as for the aforementioned motorsport involvement, Aston Martin made a welcome return to Formula One in 2021, hoping to add to its numerous accolades which includes victories at the legendary Le Mans 24 Hour.

It's an impressive and well-respected legacy that makes Aston Martin one of the most esteemed car makers in the world, and should you wish to get involved then you could do a lot worse than this rather lovely 2013 Aston Martin V8 Vantage S.

Unveiled in 2003 as a concept car, the production Vantage arrived two years later as a coupe, closely followed by a convertible roadster. Both cars initially featured a 380bhp, 4.3-litre quad-cam V8 which was later updated to a 4.7-litre version with 420bhp in 2008 as part of an overall update for the model that also included suspension and gearbox enhancements as well as a handful of styling tweaks. A further update arrived in 2011 in the form of the V8 Vantage S, a lighter offering with an extra 10bhp from modifications to the 4.7 V8 which meant a 0 to 60mph time of 4.5 seconds and a top speed of 189mph. Suspension was also stiffened and a Sportshift II seven-speed automated manual gearbox was an option. 

This particular roadster, being the S variant, features the later, more powerful V8 and comes complete with full Aston Martin service history. Looking suitably menacing in its black on black colourway, the car presents in superb condition throughout and has clearly been meticulously maintained over the years but a move abroad forces sale.

It's a low mileage car that is reportedly driving perfectly. The seller is gutted that the expense of taking it abroad prevents him from sensibly taking it with him but we’re sure that it will find an equally appreciative next owner here in the UK.

History and documentation

• 2013 model year

• V5C present and correct

• First registered 19 Nov 2013

• In current ownership since 21 Dec 2022

• Four former keepers

• Original book pack

• Bought from Aston Martin Leeds in December 2022 with original bill of sale

• Two glass keys, silver key and Lamy pen

• Aston Martin extended warranty (expired 20 Dec 2023)

• Fully stamped main dealer service history with original service book showing inspections at the following intervals: pre-delivery inspection (2013), service at 8,006 miles (2015), service at 10,398 miles (2016), service at 19,904 miles (2016), service at 29,003 miles (2017), service at 35,635 miles (2018), service (2019), service at 37,646 miles (2022), service at 40,299 miles (2024), service at 41,777 miles (2025)

• Some supporting invoices for servicing

• New clutch at 37,400 miles by AM Leeds

• Timing chain cover re-sealed by AM Works, O2 sensor replaced, nearside headlight replaced and driver's seat heater matrix all replaced under warranty

• Stored in a specialist high end car restoration facility since August

• Vendor reports the car has covered less than 2,000 miles since its last service

• HPI clear

• Will be supplied with a fresh MOT

• London ULEZ compliant

• 42,558 indicated miles

Interior

• In excellent condition throughout

• Vendor reports that everything works

• Apple Carplay functionality (desirable retrofit)

• Reverse camera and front parking sensors

• Leather seats are in fine fettle with only the driver's offside bolster showing usual signs of wear

• The wood laminate panel over the pop up screen has some very fine cracks caused by sun exposure which the vendor reports are almost unnoticeable

• Steering wheel has some light wear commensurate with the car's age and mileage

• No issues with any of the gauges or displays 

• Centre console and dashboard appear unmarked

• Door cards, carpets and over mats remain in great shape

• No evidence of any water ingress

• Boot space is clean and tidy

• Engine bay presents well

Exterior

• The car's bodywork is in excellent shape

• Jet black paint looks great and retains its shine

• Panel gaps align as they should

• No evidence of any dents or scratches

• PPF installed over the front end, doors, wing mirrors, rear arches with only the boot section exposed

• No signs of any major damage or repairs but there is a small impact on the rear arch affecting the PPF only

• The black soft top looks to be in top condition and is free from any rips or tears

• No issues with any of the glasswork

• Zero sign of any corrosion

• The factory 19” alloy wheels are in great condition with only a couple of negligible marks to note

• OEM spec Bridgestone Potenza RE050A tyres are all excellent as reported by the vendor

• The vendor informs us that the underside is clean

Mechanical

• 430bhp, 4.7-litre V8 engine

• Seven-speed Sportshift II automated manual gearbox

• Rear-wheel drive

• 0-60mph in 4.5s

• 189mph top speed

• Six-piston front brake calipers

• Fuse 17 removed to keep the valved exhaust open throughout the rev range (fuse included)

• No mechanical issues to report

• The vendor informs us that the car starts and drives perfectly with plenty of V8 thunder and that they always use the paddles and lift off before upshifting as well as double pumping the paddles to hit neutral when stationary and save the clutch

Summary

As far as hand-built, V8-powered convertible roadsters go the Aston Martin V8 Vantage S is about as good as it gets for many a discerning petrolhead. With suave, dashingly handsome looks masking its brutally powerful underpinnings it's very much comparable to the previously mentioned secret agent and it's an incredibly alluring proposition. Fastidiously maintained, in superb shape and with low miles it's a bit of a no-brainer don't you think? 

To arrange a viewing, click the 'Book Viewing' button located under the 'Place Bid' button. Viewings can be booked up until the day before the auction ends, after which the option will change to 'Contact Seller' for further enquiries. This seller is located near Bicester, Oxfordshire.