2009 Aston Martin V12 Vantage - Manual

Highlights 

• Rare and desirable model

• 510bhp V12 engine

• Six-speed manual gearbox

• Full Aston Martin main dealer service history

• Finished in Hammerhead Silver; one of 141 globally in this colour
• Factory carbon fibre and kevlar lightweight, six-way adjustable seats

• Long, advisory-free MOT

• Low mileage

• Recent main dealer 15 year service

Overview

Asking car fans to pick the best Aston Martin ever made is akin to asking a parent to name their favourite child. Impossible, right? With so many iconic and excellent models produced over the years, from the early DB cars and the V8s of the '70s to the more modern DBS Superleggera and Vanquish, the Aston Martin line-up has consistently been home to some pretty special machinery. It could be argued, however, that the V12 Vantage – built between 2009 and 2018 – is treated with an elevated degree of reverence and favouritism amongst aficionados, and rightly so.

Bold and beautiful the V12 Vantage has classic big engine, small car energy and remains an evocative mix of supercar performance and grand tourer luxury, blending the positives of both genres perfectly. It can be perfectly compliant when required but behave like a snarling beast that's just had its flank unceremoniously whipped at the drop of a hat. With 510bhp on tap the V12 Vantage can dispatch 60mph from parked in just over four seconds before topping out at 190mph and it looks the part, too, thanks to some subtle yet muscular accoutrements (we're looking at you carbon-fibre bonnet louvres).

This particular low mileage 2009 coupe is a bit of a peach and comes with that all-important main dealer stamped service book. The Hammerhead Silver metallic paint presents beautifully and the factory wheels have recently been fully refurbished. Inside, the car features factory carbon fibre and kevlar lightweight seats, as well as additional carbon fibre extras that perfectly compliment the overall aesthetic.

The seller admits a gentle provenance, including a VIP lap of the full Le Mans circuit with other owners prior to the race commencing.

Reportedly driving perfectly with no mechanical faults this Aston Martin V12 Vantage has been recently serviced, has a fresh, advisory-free MOT under its belt and is ready to be thoroughly enjoyed.

History and documentation

• 2009 model year

• V5C present and correct in the vendor's name

• First registered 01 Sep 2009

• In current ownership since 16 Dec 2017

• Four registered former keepers

• Original book pack

• Main crystal key, concierge key and emergency key

• Fully stamped main dealer service history with original service book showing inspections at the following intervals: 2002 @ 3,596 miles (service), 2013 @ 7,638 miles (service, anti-corrosion inspection), 2014 @ [mileage not recorded] (service), 2015 @ [mileage not recorded] (service), 2016 @ [mileage not recorded] (service), 2017 @ 27,615 miles (service), 2019 @ [mileage not recorded] (service), 2020 @ 30,592 miles (service), 2022 @ 30,678 miles (service, anti-corrosion inspection), 2023 @ 31,680 miles (service, anti-corrosion inspection), 2024 @ 32,157 miles (service, anti-corrosion inspection), 2025 @ 34,634 miles (service, anti-corrosion inspection), 2026 @ 35,572 miles (service, anti-corrosion inspection) 

• Multiple supporting invoices for parts, servicing and maintenance

• Last serviced 03 Jul 2026 (15 year £1.2K main dealer inspection)

• Impeccable MOT history

• HPI clear

• Advisory-free MOT until 24 Jul 2027

• London ULEZ compliant

• 35,602 indicated miles

Interior

• In excellent, clean condition throughout

• Wholly original

• No evidence of any damage

• Some light signs of wear commensurate with age and mileage

• Vendor reports that all features and functions of the interior work as intended

• Factory carbon fibre and kevlar lightweight, six-way adjustable seats

• White contrast stitching

• The Alcantara is in great condition as too is the contrast colour headlining

• Carbon fibre gear surround and door armrests

• Matt glass ashtray/change bowl is present

• Protective carbon film applied to some of the centre dash

• Updated Aston Martin surround sound audio system with robust, hidden bass speaker

• Boot space is clean and tidy and comes complete with tool kit and locking wheel nut key

• Parcel shelf is present and correct

• Engine bay presents well

Exterior

• The car's bodywork is in great shape

• The Hammerhead Silver metallic paintwork presents well

• Carbon fibre mirrors

• Black front grille and window surrounds

• There is a minute dent to the bonnet, a tiny scratch to the offside front wing and a few usual light stone chips to the front commensurate with the age of the vehicle

• There is a hard to spot carbon delamination crack in the rear diffuser just above the number plate

• No issues with any of the glasswork; the vendor tells us that the windscreen was recently refurbished by Autoglass

• All panel gaps appear uniform

• The factory 19” wheels are in beautiful condition having been completely refurbished to the original diamond cut/black background appearance in June of this year (paperwork included)

• Factory yellow brake calipers remain in great shape

• The vendor informs us that the Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tyres, perfect for this vehicle, were new on last year

• Aston Martin-approved Steer of High Wycombe after a new rear bumper and light unit were fitted following a scuff to the rear

• Vendor reports that the car looks relatively clean underneath but the no special attention has been paid to that part of the vehicle except at servicing

Mechanical

• 510bhp, 6.0-litre V12 engine

• Carbon-ceramic brakes recently assessed to have 'plenty left', the seller tells us

• Six-speed manual gearbox

• Rear-wheel drive

• 0-60mph in 4.2s

• 190mph top speed

• The entire coil pack was replaced last year

• Tracker fitted

• No mechanical issues to report

• The vendor informs us that the car starts beautifully with an epic bark from cold, the power curve is as remarkable from 60-190mph as it is from 0-60mph, it exhibits all of its power with a dramatic sound and the huge carbon-ceramic brakes provide not only incredible stopping power but very subtle modulation too, with no fade even after heavy use or long trips

Summary

A handsome, V12-equipped coupe with a manual gearbox? What's not to like? With looks, performance and presence in spades the V12 Vantage remains one of the best cars Aston Martin has ever produced, period, and that's saying something of a company that has given us so many exemplary models over the years. We reckon the Aston Martin V12 Vantage is a proper highlight that's actually getting better and better as the years go by and this particular example is an excellent representation of the marque.

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 in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire.