WHY WE LIKE ASTON MARTIN

[Jon39]

I think I am correct in saying, that Aston Martin is the oldest [pure] sports car maker in the world. Oh, and that unrivalled charisma.

Just a couple of the many attributes, that make us proud to be behind the wheel.

What do you like about Aston Martin, and your own car?

[Jon39]

Hello, it's me again, Poster - Original Poster.

I was hoping there might be a few happy anecdotes about why we like our cars, and perhaps some recollections about Aston Martin.

Now on page 4, I think the row might perhaps have been 'patched'.

In the past, I might have gone off topic once (alright often), but does anyone like their Aston Martin enough, to tell us why?

I like my own V8V because;

I never thought I would be able to have one.
The enjoyment of researching, choosing spec. and eventually finding my perfect car.
The magic day of collection. An amazing, but very careful first drive.
Being grateful to the first owner for specifying all my options (how did he know) and for everyone for taking such care of the car before it was mine.
The wonderful feeling when flooring the throttle when exiting a corner - enough power for me in a road car.
The rarity.
Kind reactions from other road users.
My first car where many neighbours have asked for a ride. They still talk about the thrill (never above 70 mph of course).
The special smell as the hot car is put away (no not the clutch .
Looking at that Aston Martin shape as the garage door closes.

Jon.

Edited by Jon39 on Saturday 10th August 21:43

[Jon39]

woolders said:

Latin suks smartarse!

(Except caveat emptor).
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You probably posted your remark Mr. Woolders, before my contribution about trying to return to topic. That's OK.

Please tell us why you like your Aston Martin DB9 Volante.

Edited by Jon39 on Saturday 10th August 22:00

[Jon39]

drmw said:

Parts of this thread really are the modern day, automotive equivalent of "The Emperor's New Clothes"

For Astons - looks
Against Astons - just about everything else

Well that was hardly generous. Before you went back to Mercedes, perhaps you were unlucky, or maybe just not an Aston Martin type.

What can we say about Mercedes-Benz?

For Mercedes - certainly not the looks.
Against Mercedes - just about everything else, particularly interior road noise, and that awful foot operated handbrake.

How do I know? Ten years of Mercedes motoring.