V12VS Manual - Still worth it?
Discussion
hornbaek said:
Hmm - I reacted differently cancelling my slot. I think AML has completely overdone the "special run" cars and hence diluted the brand accordingly. If we "nerds" on this forum can't figure out what is what how is the broader clientele going to react. Also, with prices being quoted around 175k for a 10 year old design it is clearly nuts. You are only a whisker away from an F12 which in my opinion is a naturally aspirated V12 in completely different league.
Second hand and not manual though.
Vibb said:
Did anyone go for the v12 side badges? I'm going to get the one on the back, but can't justify the side one's at such a price.
£60.88 plus the VAT???I suppose you do need 2 so quite a decision
https://astonmartinbits.com/models/8-V12-Vantage/p...
Edited by Flugplatz on Sunday 18th June 00:43
It's about time I updated this thread with some photos (or it didn't happen right?)
Below are a couple of photos I took while it was up at the factory over the weekend. The paint is Ceramic Grey and it has nearly every extra on it going that wasn't retrofittable. The only noticeable missing item was the B&O speakers, and although I wanted them I just couldn't justify the cost.
The two weeks of ownership has been amazing, with the exception of the rear love bump she received Friday while sitting in traffic, but thankfully the damage is minimal and should be fixed relatively shortly.
The car is filmed in PPF from Topaz - if anyone is thinking about it I would seriously recommend it. I genuinely cannot tell the difference between the panels that are and aren't filmed. Speak to Annabel - she will get you sorted.
A massive thank you to John @ H R Owen Reading who has looked after us throughout the journey, even though it was pretty stressful at times. Especially when I rang him in almost tears on Friday after the bump. If anyone is looking to get a car in the southeast area, I know reading is a pain to get to, but I would recommend speaking to John.
Look forward to seeing some of you on the road and at events. Will be taking her to Le Mans next year.
Below are a couple of photos I took while it was up at the factory over the weekend. The paint is Ceramic Grey and it has nearly every extra on it going that wasn't retrofittable. The only noticeable missing item was the B&O speakers, and although I wanted them I just couldn't justify the cost.
The two weeks of ownership has been amazing, with the exception of the rear love bump she received Friday while sitting in traffic, but thankfully the damage is minimal and should be fixed relatively shortly.
The car is filmed in PPF from Topaz - if anyone is thinking about it I would seriously recommend it. I genuinely cannot tell the difference between the panels that are and aren't filmed. Speak to Annabel - she will get you sorted.
A massive thank you to John @ H R Owen Reading who has looked after us throughout the journey, even though it was pretty stressful at times. Especially when I rang him in almost tears on Friday after the bump. If anyone is looking to get a car in the southeast area, I know reading is a pain to get to, but I would recommend speaking to John.
Look forward to seeing some of you on the road and at events. Will be taking her to Le Mans next year.
Edited by Vibb on Tuesday 17th October 21:13
Edited by Vibb on Tuesday 17th October 21:33
Vibb said:
It's about time I updated this thread with some photos (or it didn't happen right?)
Below are a couple of photos I took while it was up at the factory over the weekend. The paint is Ceramic Grey and it has nearly every extra on it going that wasn't retrofittable. The only noticeable missing item was the B&O speakers, and although I wanted them I just couldn't justify the cost.
The two weeks of ownership has been amazing, with the exception of the rear love bump she received Friday while sitting in traffic, but thankfully the damage is minimal and should be fixed relatively shortly.
The car is filmed in PPF from Topaz - if anyone is thinking about it I would seriously recommend it. I genuinely cannot tell the difference between the panels that are and aren't filmed. Speak to Annabel - she will get you sorted.
A massive thank you to John @ H R Owen Reading who has looked after us throughout the journey, even though it was pretty stressful at times. Especially when I rang him in almost tears on Friday after the bump. If anyone is looking to get a car in the southeast area, I know reading is a pain to get to, but I would recommend speaking to John.
Look forward to seeing some of you on the road and at events. Will be taking her to Le Mans next year.
Amazing how black ceramic looks, especially in pictures. Congrats on the car and sorry to hear about the bump! Below are a couple of photos I took while it was up at the factory over the weekend. The paint is Ceramic Grey and it has nearly every extra on it going that wasn't retrofittable. The only noticeable missing item was the B&O speakers, and although I wanted them I just couldn't justify the cost.
The two weeks of ownership has been amazing, with the exception of the rear love bump she received Friday while sitting in traffic, but thankfully the damage is minimal and should be fixed relatively shortly.
The car is filmed in PPF from Topaz - if anyone is thinking about it I would seriously recommend it. I genuinely cannot tell the difference between the panels that are and aren't filmed. Speak to Annabel - she will get you sorted.
A massive thank you to John @ H R Owen Reading who has looked after us throughout the journey, even though it was pretty stressful at times. Especially when I rang him in almost tears on Friday after the bump. If anyone is looking to get a car in the southeast area, I know reading is a pain to get to, but I would recommend speaking to John.
Look forward to seeing some of you on the road and at events. Will be taking her to Le Mans next year.
Edited by Vibb on Tuesday 17th October 21:13
Edited by Vibb on Tuesday 17th October 21:33
Upperworks said:
These manual ceramic grey cars are going to be pretty common!
Mine should have been here by now, but I’ll save the full story for when it hopefully has a happy ending!
Jealousy levels rising further...
I haven't seen many other ceramic greys (I think partly because the paint is now a Q option). I think you'll find that the "Halo" AMR will be more common as when I was up at the factory recently, all I could see what Halo's - not many had specced the other colours. Mine should have been here by now, but I’ll save the full story for when it hopefully has a happy ending!
Jealousy levels rising further...
I just love the fact ceramic grey looks so different depending on the light it's in.
I also had a nightmare with delivery (no fault of the dealership to be clear) - we can share stories once yours arrives ! The wait is worth it...
AdamV12V said:
Congrats guys - both stunning cars! 
Worth noting that all the well priced V12VSM ex-demo cars suddenly seem to have gone (presumably sold) from the official AM used website. Now only 2 roadsters and the Spitfire Coupe on there and all priced very close to or even above original RRP.
Still a few new ones about but they are asking silly money compared to what some have been paying in the last week or so!!!Worth noting that all the well priced V12VSM ex-demo cars suddenly seem to have gone (presumably sold) from the official AM used website. Now only 2 roadsters and the Spitfire Coupe on there and all priced very close to or even above original RRP.
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