Vanquish vs Vanquish S
Discussion
JCB123 said:
And would it be £40k well spent?
It'll be the 'S' that is really sought after long-term, like the 'Vantage' spec models of the old DBs cars. From what I'm told, the S turns a traditional hand-made Aston with all the associated foibles into one that can compete with the big boys on an even footing.However, I have driven neither
Nice potted analogy Michael.
Just been whining on this afternoon about going down the Van S route myself so your thoughts went down well with
the wife no end and lets say its slightly dampened my powder.....
Spare some change for an enlightened pauper sir....now where did I leave my slippers and bowl of gruel.
Just been whining on this afternoon about going down the Van S route myself so your thoughts went down well with
the wife no end and lets say its slightly dampened my powder.....
Spare some change for an enlightened pauper sir....now where did I leave my slippers and bowl of gruel.
michael gould said:
I would love one but not the bills
My uncle has a 'regular' Vanquish, never had any massive unexpected costs that I'm aware of. I think service costs are a fairly major expense - every 6 months isn't it? Some solace must be taken in the fact that they seem to be appreciating though.
George H said:
My uncle has a 'regular' Vanquish, never had any massive unexpected costs that I'm aware of. I think service costs are a fairly major expense - every 6 months isn't it?
Some solace must be taken in the fact that they seem to be appreciating though.
DB7s are 6 monthly services as well, but most owners go for the annual as they are low milers. I'm guesing the 6 monthers are more critcal with the Vanquish though, not least to maintain the value.Some solace must be taken in the fact that they seem to be appreciating though.
Rick reports that if they're looked after right, especially with regard to keeping the gearbox in good shape, might get away with DB7 standards of running costs. He had a lovely early car in there one time which I asked lots of questions on, it was in good shape.
yeti said:
DB7s are 6 monthly services as well, but most owners go for the annual as they are low milers. I'm guesing the 6 monthers are more critcal with the Vanquish though, not least to maintain the value.
Rick reports that if they're looked after right, especially with regard to keeping the gearbox in good shape, might get away with DB7 standards of running costs. He had a lovely early car in there one time which I asked lots of questions on, it was in good shape.
If you could get away with DB7 running costs it wouldn't be too bad, but the expense if something did go wrong, I imagine would be scary. Rick reports that if they're looked after right, especially with regard to keeping the gearbox in good shape, might get away with DB7 standards of running costs. He had a lovely early car in there one time which I asked lots of questions on, it was in good shape.
Still, I think they are an absolute bargain since you can pick an early one up for less than £40k. Especially because they are rising in value too.
I think they are one of the best Aston designs ever, just a shame they never made a Volante (except for that one off Zagato one).
George H said:
... you can pick an early one up for less than £40k. Especially because they are rising in value too...
You sure mate ??I thought it was only the Vanquish S that was specifically 'holding its own or appreciating slightly'. Once the bills are accounted for this no doubt turns any appreciation into depreciation in real terms.
Surely the fact that you can get an early standard Vanquish for in the £30ks implies that most of these cars are heading downwards like pretty much everything else.
Also why are there 2 'p's in appreciation but only one in depreciation. Has the word itself, by definition, depreciated ?
Only the 'S' looks like it is holding its value, and actaully increased from the beginning of the year. Will be interesting to see what the price does over the winter months.
Normal Vanquish prices are still slowly depreciating.
Not that I have been monitoring prices / dreaming. Oh no, not me....
Normal Vanquish prices are still slowly depreciating.
Not that I have been monitoring prices / dreaming. Oh no, not me....
Jockman said:
You sure mate ??
I thought it was only the Vanquish S that was specifically 'holding its own or appreciating slightly'. Once the bills are accounted for this no doubt turns any appreciation into depreciation in real terms.
Surely the fact that you can get an early standard Vanquish for in the £30ks implies that most of these cars are heading downwards like pretty much everything else.
Also why are there 2 'p's in appreciation but only one in depreciation. Has the word itself, by definition, depreciated ?
Well my logic behind that is due to at the start of the year, and last year, there were quite a few under £40k. There is only one in there now, and it has quite high mileage. £50k seems to be about right for a 'regular' Vanquish now.I thought it was only the Vanquish S that was specifically 'holding its own or appreciating slightly'. Once the bills are accounted for this no doubt turns any appreciation into depreciation in real terms.
Surely the fact that you can get an early standard Vanquish for in the £30ks implies that most of these cars are heading downwards like pretty much everything else.
Also why are there 2 'p's in appreciation but only one in depreciation. Has the word itself, by definition, depreciated ?
The S looks like it is rising more, especially the Ultimate edition, which I still don't quite understand how it can be worth £50k+ more than a standard S because it has some fancy paint and leather.
In answer to your gramatical question, I can only assume it is because the prefix for appriciate is 'ap', whereas the prefix for depreciate is 'de'.
to the OP..... there are a few early cars that have had the gearbox and brake upgrades.....these cost about 10k......so if you can’t afford the Vanquish S then look around for an older car that somebody else has sunk a 5 figure sum into........the safer option is to buy a DB9.....similar car ....same engine....better interior....but not as exclusive (and not as abusive on your wallet)
Good luck.....half the fun is in the chase for the right car
Good luck.....half the fun is in the chase for the right car
Jockman said:
Also why are there 2 'p's in appreciation but only one in depreciation. Has the word itself, by definition, depreciated ?
Appreciate is from Latin - appretiât, or possibly French - appréciationDepreciation is an American word, first used about 1740
And as we all know the Colonists can't spell!
George H said:
yeti said:
DB7s are 6 monthly services as well, but most owners go for the annual as they are low milers. I'm guesing the 6 monthers are more critcal with the Vanquish though, not least to maintain the value.
Rick reports that if they're looked after right, especially with regard to keeping the gearbox in good shape, might get away with DB7 standards of running costs. He had a lovely early car in there one time which I asked lots of questions on, it was in good shape.
If you could get away with DB7 running costs it wouldn't be too bad, but the expense if something did go wrong, I imagine would be scary. Rick reports that if they're looked after right, especially with regard to keeping the gearbox in good shape, might get away with DB7 standards of running costs. He had a lovely early car in there one time which I asked lots of questions on, it was in good shape.
JCB123 said:
This isn't looking good for what I consider the last 'mean' looking Aston....
IMHO the DBS needs some protien!
The Vanquish is indeed a 'masculine' car to look at.IMHO the DBS needs some protien!
However, the DBS is a vey brutal looking car. Like it's brutal little brother - the V12V - it does encourage other cars to move to one side when approaching
Jockman said:
The Vanquish is indeed a 'masculine' car to look at.
However, the DBS is a vey brutal looking car. Like it's brutal little brother - the V12V - it does encourage other cars to move to one side when approaching
No one ever pulls out of my way in the Aygo but they do in the V12V....However, the DBS is a vey brutal looking car. Like it's brutal little brother - the V12V - it does encourage other cars to move to one side when approaching
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