New DBS Superleggera
Discussion
RobDown said:
Having said all that I would hope AML take some of the criticism on board about the interior. I know at least one buyer put off by the lack of distinction from the DB11 (and the plasticky air-vents). Perhaps spending a bit more here to make it feel a bit more distinct would go a long way to promote sales?
Let's hope so.As an aside I have never ever liked the Bentley, until now.
The latest version is night and day ahead of the previous ones in the looks department IMHO.
I will still never buy one though.
I know this will probably sounds totally unfair- but I don’t think I’m old enough to drive a Bentley. I appreciate that’s nonsense, but to me a Bentley is something my dad would drive (actually he wouldn’t he wants an Austin-Healey but that’s for another time).
And while I appreciate the new one is a much better car than the older, the styling feels like it’s also aged it a bit more. Less Sporty more Saloony.
All personal opinion of course and I applaud anyone who owns one (and will happily pass you a travel rug!)
And while I appreciate the new one is a much better car than the older, the styling feels like it’s also aged it a bit more. Less Sporty more Saloony.
All personal opinion of course and I applaud anyone who owns one (and will happily pass you a travel rug!)
AMVSVNick said:
Let's hope so.
As an aside I have never ever liked the Bentley, until now.
The latest version is night and day ahead of the previous ones in the looks department IMHO.
I will still never buy one though.
My g*d you had me going there for a minute Nick,,,, As an aside I have never ever liked the Bentley, until now.
The latest version is night and day ahead of the previous ones in the looks department IMHO.
I will still never buy one though.
If we think back to the DB9 and then its direct derivative the DBS, we did see many interior design similarities, the big differences were the exterior with a performance increase. So its kinda deja vous with the DB11 and the DBS Superleggera.
I was really enamoured by the new Bentley and I think the V8 is going to be amazing. If I was running Aston I'd spend a few quid to improve the DBS interior, maybe a folding/hiding infotainment screen; but it also needs some newer tech like rear-wheel-steering for better handling and dynamic cruise control for more relaxed GT'ing.
MO55 said:
I find myself defending them now but I suppose with the challenge of 7 new models in 7 years doesn't leave a great deal of slack in the R & D department for lower priority aesthetic detail,,, possibly??
Bob,You do not need to defend anyone.
No matter what JC says (and I value his opinions) there will be plenty who prefer the DBSS interior to that of the Conti, me included.
Your new weapon will be absolutely stunning even though it may be lacking in the noise dept
Nick
AMVSVNick said:
Bob,
You do not need to defend anyone.
No matter what JC says (and I value his opinions) there will be plenty who prefer the DBSS interior to that of the Conti, me included.
Your new weapon will be absolutely stunning even though it may be lacking in the noise dept
Nick
Evening Nick, I honestly felt a mixture of surprise and disappointment at JC's choice mainly because from previous reviews I had the impression he was an Aston man, which if true makes his declared choice even more unwelcome. Yes he did recommend a DBSS to a friend, even so, he felt at the episode recording that he needed to send a critical message, maybe in hopes of some positive reaction from Gaydon?You do not need to defend anyone.
No matter what JC says (and I value his opinions) there will be plenty who prefer the DBSS interior to that of the Conti, me included.
Your new weapon will be absolutely stunning even though it may be lacking in the noise dept
Nick
Any road up, to the lacking noise point you kindly raise me duk; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uiIamw87GJY and
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V2bbBoYDyps
Edited by MO55 on Sunday 24th March 20:16
i was slightly suprised by the outcome mainly because JC didn’t really acknowledge how far the car had moved on over the previous generation of cars . The traction issue wouldn’t have been one on dry roads and the comparison to the DB11 only arises because of the similarity of the interior ( and I’m sure the dash intrument cluster is different on DBS to 11) . Aston address the ‘all look the same issue ‘ on the exterior’ so perhaps it’s an obvious move on to have a similar pop at the interior . Most people who step in one won’t even know and it’s not unique to Astons . My only gripe on the interior is the info screen - other than that not a lot I would change . In my opinion Aston have tried a lot harder on DBS than Bentley have on the new Conti design and I know which one I would sooner have on the drive .
I'm no Bentley fan, but I personally think that the interior as a whole is superior to that on the DBS (Despite not necessarily being to my taste). Also, JC seemed to be stuck on the "But is it worth £**k more than the DB11...". you could argue that in a way, he complementing how good the DB11 is and now Aston have set a very high standard of car to compare against. Bottom line for me is, no one in a position to even consider buying a DBS (Or Bentley for that matter) will listen to JC and base their car choice on what he says. I would get the DBS every day of the week, and why they put in the BMW in the 'test' I will never know.
leerandle said:
I'm no Bentley fan, but I personally think that the interior as a whole is superior to that on the DBS (Despite not necessarily being to my taste).
Completely agree with this. I found the reveal car (over here) and press cars had vulgar interiors, there was just way too much going on. Having since seen some of the demo cars and customers specs, it seems they are now getting it right and keeping them a little cleaner. However, the Bentley interior flows from door card to door cards, its miles ahead.leerandle said:
Also, JC seemed to be stuck on the "But is it worth £**k more than the DB11...". you could argue that in a way, he complementing how good the DB11 is and now Aston have set a very high standard of car to compare against.
I've maintained that when the next car change comes, it'll be a DB11 AMR, in my opinion (which might be wrong) it's the cleaer looking car, I'm yet to move from that stance. However, if in 18-24 months a second hand DBS and new DB11 AMR are in the same price bracket, I might be struggling to choose between them. silverspeed said:
i was slightly suprised by the outcome mainly because JC didn’t really acknowledge how far the car had moved on over the previous generation of cars . The traction issue wouldn’t have been one on dry roads and the comparison to the DB11 only arises because of the similarity of the interior ( and I’m sure the dash intrument cluster is different on DBS to 11) . Aston address the ‘all look the same issue ‘ on the exterior’ so perhaps it’s an obvious move on to have a similar pop at the interior . Most people who step in one won’t even know and it’s not unique to Astons . My only gripe on the interior is the info screen - other than that not a lot I would change . In my opinion Aston have tried a lot harder on DBS than Bentley have on the new Conti design and I know which one I would sooner have on the drive .
Yes Graham, that info screen does dominate the eye line across the top of the dash, made a little smaller or lower would perhaps have been preferable but then I'm sure after a very short while it'll not be noticed.The one thing I have no doubt about whatsoever, is that the DBS Superleggera is, whatever current 'super GT' car it is compared to, from every angle the most beautiful to behold by a country mile,,,, congratulations to all involved at AML Gaydon and "thank you".
KevinBird said:
Relentless... https://twitter.com/AndyatAston/status/11101091930...
Stunning thing, but can only bought as a pair with the DB4GT Continuation at the princely sum of £7,200,000.Holy f
k.
Beefmeister said:
KevinBird said:
Relentless... https://twitter.com/AndyatAston/status/11101091930...
Stunning thing, but can only bought as a pair with the DB4GT Continuation at the princely sum of £7,200,000.Holy f
k.
https://sportsclassicslondon.com/Cars/For-Sale/200...
PantsFire said:
I was really enamoured by the new Bentley and I think the V8 is going to be amazing. If I was running Aston I'd spend a few quid to improve the DBS interior, maybe a folding/hiding infotainment screen; but it also needs some newer tech like rear-wheel-steering for better handling and dynamic cruise control for more relaxed GT'ing.
As a DBS owner (previous model) I don't like the new DB11 and DBSS interior at all, too "Japanese", not so stylish as the previous cars (for the new V8 Vantage it is even worse, main reason in our area not many of these cars are sold). Of course the infotainment, etc is much better than in the older cars, but still.....the Mercedes system used is now already outdated (new MBs are 2 or 3 generations ahead). Test drove the new Bentley Continental and then you really see and feel "wow, this is really a high end car", something the new AMs lack imho. The DSG transmission is very good, and the car drives very "agile" (big difference from the older ones). I feel also too young for a Bentley now, but if it was the V8 instead of the W12, I probably had bought it right away! (V8 wil be there coming months in the Americas, but here in EU we have to wait for early 2020).
Happily the exterior of the new DBSS is superb, but the interior (and the lack of a decent DSG/MCT/PDK transmission) prevented me to take the jump now. Let's hope both are fixed next model year (when also the DBSS Volante will be there).
This forum certainly makes for some very interesting reading, opinions on the new range of Astons are like Belly buttons , it seems that everyone has one.
I have taken the plunge and traded my 2017 Vanquish on the new DBSS Tag Edition.
When I was invited to the dealership for a preview, I spent the whole previous night convincing myself why I don't want it, and why I don't need it, then when the covers were removed all my reasoning went out the door, I was in love again.
Sure the interior mightn't be everyones cup of tea, but, I didn't buy it for everyone, I bought it for me. Yes the interior is not as lavish as the latest Bentley but I didn't want a Bentley. It mightn't be technology packed as the latest Porsche but I didn't want a Porsche.
Some people will say the Vanquish was a better car with better styling, I guess its the whole Belly button thing, but the only option that I really care about is mine because its my car .
Take care I will read with interest why I made a huge mistake
I have taken the plunge and traded my 2017 Vanquish on the new DBSS Tag Edition.
When I was invited to the dealership for a preview, I spent the whole previous night convincing myself why I don't want it, and why I don't need it, then when the covers were removed all my reasoning went out the door, I was in love again.
Sure the interior mightn't be everyones cup of tea, but, I didn't buy it for everyone, I bought it for me. Yes the interior is not as lavish as the latest Bentley but I didn't want a Bentley. It mightn't be technology packed as the latest Porsche but I didn't want a Porsche.
Some people will say the Vanquish was a better car with better styling, I guess its the whole Belly button thing, but the only option that I really care about is mine because its my car .
Take care I will read with interest why I made a huge mistake
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