Discussion
L0TT0 said:
AMDBSVNick said:
jonby said:
Correct me if I'm wrong but the ultimate edition, other than prestige, was simply a little bit of cosmetic trim ?
Quilted diamond stitching to seats and headlining plus some red bits and bobs such as the end of the paddles.
http://blog.caranddriver.com/2012-aston-martin-dbs...
".....It’s also worth noting that Ultimate buyers won’t be restricted to the six-speed auto that was standard in the DBS Carbon and Carbon Black editions: This last run of cars will offer a manual option as well. "
A MAN
ual Ultimate Edition - Now that would be a 'true' Unicorn - If indeed one existed...vpr said:
Blimey, I thought I was the only strange one here. My Woman bought her DBS V in Dec 10 and "I" have only done 1900 miles in it. Never gets used so and yet it still has 1900 miles
vpr, may I ask as a layman who is interested in buying a new V8 Vantage S (which would be rarely driven as well): Aren´t you afraid of causing damage to the joints and gaskets of the drivetrain when the car is so seldomly used? Any leaks yet? Do you let the the engine run regularly as advised by the manufacturer? Would be really interested to hear experiences from others about that.Sorry for asking off topic!
DAVIDOXE said:
Someones lost the plot there!Bottom of that advert the same dealer has a 2011 DBS with 45k miles on for £98.5k
Anyone thinking of selling their DBS Volante? (not you Nick
)Emilio Largo said:
. . . as a layman who is interested in buying a new V8 Vantage S (which would be rarely driven as well):
Aren´t you afraid of causing damage to the joints and gaskets of the drivetrain when the car is so seldomly used?
Any leaks yet?
Do you let the the engine run regularly as advised by the manufacturer?
Would be really interested to hear experiences from others about that.
Sorry for asking off topic!
Aren´t you afraid of causing damage to the joints and gaskets of the drivetrain when the car is so seldomly used?
Any leaks yet?
Do you let the the engine run regularly as advised by the manufacturer?
Would be really interested to hear experiences from others about that.
Sorry for asking off topic!
My routine, which has not encountered any problems for many years, is as follows;
When the car is not going to be used for a period, only put away a dry day, following a trip of at least 25 miles.
Everything will be hot and with no water vapour in the exhaust.
Thick carpet under each tyre, and push car forward or back a little every two weeks, to avoid flat spots.
Cover when in garage. I find two thick bed sheets easier to use, than a tailored AM cover, although obviously not as smart.
Trickle charger on.
Drive a minimum of 25/30 miles every 4 to 6 weeks on a dry day.
Keep under 3,000 rpm for first few miles.
Repeatedly lightly press brake pedal and pull handbrake, at the start of your drive when safe to do so.
When engine is hot, give it some proper 'exercise'.
Do some light braking, followed by a heavy brake (to try to avoid any brake squeal).
Don't start engine unless taking out as above.
That is about it, but I always welcome further engineer advice.
Buy your V8 Vantage S (or how about a DBS) without worrying about light use. They are wonderful cars to own (and to drive).
DB9VolanteDriver said:
vpr said:
There was the Carbon Black and a Carbon Edition, is that correct?
Are therebuild numbers for these yet?
That's right. Plus UB, Dragon 88, and Ultimate; limited to 40, 88, and 100, respectively.Are therebuild numbers for these yet?
No pre set limits on Carbon and Carbon Black.
It's a bit of a concern re the lack of use but I've owned far older cars with super low miles and none have ever been an issue through under use despite all the bobble hats saying low mileage cars will give issues
So, no leaks
Never goes out in the wet (hence low miles in the UK
)Only start when using (only once a year currently)
pump tyres up to 50 psi (prevent flat spots)
Covered with AM soft cover
Battery Conditioner full time
Thats it.
vpr said:
DB9VolanteDriver said:
vpr said:
There was the Carbon Black and a Carbon Edition, is that correct?
Are therebuild numbers for these yet?
That's right. Plus UB, Dragon 88, and Ultimate; limited to 40, 88, and 100, respectively.Are therebuild numbers for these yet?
No pre set limits on Carbon and Carbon Black.
It's a bit of a concern re the lack of use but I've owned far older cars with super low miles and none have ever been an issue through under use despite all the bobble hats saying low mileage cars will give issues
So, no leaks
Never goes out in the wet (hence low miles in the UK
)Only start when using (only once a year currently)
pump tyres up to 50 psi (prevent flat spots)
Covered with AM soft cover
Battery Conditioner full time
Thats it.
It seems like a lot of time & expense for something used so rarely.
What exactly do you get out of it ?
Genuine curiosity
Dewi 1 said:
My routine, which has not encountered any problems for many years, is as follows;
When the car is not going to be used for a period, only put away a dry day, following a trip of at least 25 miles.
Everything will be hot and with no water vapour in the exhaust.
Thick carpet under each tyre, and push car forward or back a little every two weeks, to avoid flat spots.
Cover when in garage. I find two thick bed sheets easier to use, than a tailored AM cover, although obviously not as smart.
Trickle charger on.
Drive a minimum of 25/30 miles every 4 to 6 weeks on a dry day.
Keep under 3,000 rpm for first few miles.
Repeatedly lightly press brake pedal and pull handbrake, at the start of your drive when safe to do so.
When engine is hot, give it some proper 'exercise'.
Do some light braking, followed by a heavy brake (to try to avoid any brake squeal).
Don't start engine unless taking out as above.
That is about it, but I always welcome further engineer advice.
is there perhaps a satisfaction simply in performing the routines you describe ?
jonby said:
Dewi 1 said:
My routine, which has not encountered any problems for many years, is as follows;
When the car is not going to be used for a period, only put away a dry day, following a trip of at least 25 miles.
Everything will be hot and with no water vapour in the exhaust.
Thick carpet under each tyre, and push car forward or back a little every two weeks, to avoid flat spots.
Cover when in garage. I find two thick bed sheets easier to use, than a tailored AM cover, although obviously not as smart.
Trickle charger on.
Drive a minimum of 25/30 miles every 4 to 6 weeks on a dry day.
Keep under 3,000 rpm for first few miles.
Repeatedly lightly press brake pedal and pull handbrake, at the start of your drive when safe to do so.
When engine is hot, give it some proper 'exercise'.
Do some light braking, followed by a heavy brake (to try to avoid any brake squeal).
Don't start engine unless taking out as above.
That is about it, but I always welcome further engineer advice.
is there perhaps a satisfaction simply in performing the routines you describe ?
Dewi 1 + vpr, thank you for sharing your experiences!
Dewi 1 - your way is probably the best way to keep the mechanics of the car in good order. Unfortunately regular driving in the winter season will be no option at all for me due to seasonal licence plate (to keep the costs down). Hence my question.
vpr - very encouraging to hear that you don´t have run into any trouble yet with this car routine of yours and I sure hope it stays this way! It gives me hope my new AM could survive seldom use without suffering. Even letting the engine run monthly outside the garage in the winter season would be very difficult due to the summer licence plate.
jonby - there can be various reasons why some owners will deliberately prefer not to use their "special" car often. And at least in my case it obviously wouldn´t be the wish to keep depreciation down (would be tremendous anyway). But this is leading too far now.
Dewi 1 - your way is probably the best way to keep the mechanics of the car in good order. Unfortunately regular driving in the winter season will be no option at all for me due to seasonal licence plate (to keep the costs down). Hence my question.
vpr - very encouraging to hear that you don´t have run into any trouble yet with this car routine of yours and I sure hope it stays this way! It gives me hope my new AM could survive seldom use without suffering. Even letting the engine run monthly outside the garage in the winter season would be very difficult due to the summer licence plate.
jonby - there can be various reasons why some owners will deliberately prefer not to use their "special" car often. And at least in my case it obviously wouldn´t be the wish to keep depreciation down (would be tremendous anyway). But this is leading too far now.
jonby said:
same question as to vpr above - why ?
is there perhaps a satisfaction simply in performing the routines you describe ?
is there perhaps a satisfaction simply in performing the routines you describe ?
I described the precautionary routine, which is only implemented if my car has not been used for a few weeks, mainly during the winter. I don't think they should be idle for too long.
It is a delight to drive, so is certainly used, but not every day.
The post above, about only being driven 50 miles once a year to the Mot station surprised me, but perhaps there is a personal reason.
AMDBSVNick said:
I do really appreciate the (old school) appeal of a manual, but I do wonder whether most of the 'manual' hype is mostly down to rarity rather than actual driving appeal. I know so many AM owners who much prefer cruising around with the ease of an auto. I'm left wondering why pay such a premium (+£20-40k) for an older DBS with higher mileage, lesser spec (no B&O, no Garmin etc) etc than so many others that are for sale... AMDBSVNick said:
That's the shower in ShipleyShame they got their hands on such a rare car
Dobie177 said:
I do really appreciate the (old school) appeal of a manual, but I do wonder whether most of the 'manual' hype is mostly down to rarity rather than actual driving appeal. I know so many AM owners who much prefer cruising around with the ease of an auto. I'm left wondering why pay such a premium (+£20-40k) for an older DBS with higher mileage, lesser spec (no B&O, no Garmin etc) etc than so many others that are for sale...
I fully admit to "talking my own book" here but I have to agree. Whilst the manual DBS is a thing of wonder, the TTII gives one a fabulous Jeckyll and Hyde car. Hoon along on the paddles, or sit back and ride the waves of torque in auto.AstonZagato said:
I fully admit to "talking my own book" here but I have to agree. Whilst the manual DBS is a thing of wonder, the TTII gives one a fabulous Jeckyll and Hyde car. Hoon along on the paddles, or sit back and ride the waves of torque in auto.
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