DB11 order

[chatty1234]

I have ordered back in November a new DB11. Expecting delivery April or late March. Completely new to AM. If I was to order now I would change the spec (watching too many Youtube reviews!). I am told by the dealership that I cannot change spec at this stage. So thats the rule so this is what I have.....still love my order!!.....

DB 11 Launch Edition
Magnetic Silver
Brake Callipers - Black / standard
Gloss Black Rood panel (not sure about this now! - ordered as was an option not available to previous models, which makes it distinctive, but I think I prefer the models on Youtube with the body and roof the same colour)
Gloss Black Floating Roof Arch
Under bonnet Jewellery Pack
Wheels - 10spk Directional Gloss Black DT

Seats / Interior
Obsidian Black Caithness Leather
Embossed DB11 Logo
Nexus Quilting
Celestial Perforation Seat
Contrast Stitching - Vivid Red
Brogue - Vivid Red
Trim Inlay - Carbon Cuprum (Jeremy Clarkson has got me worried)

Signature Pack - Flashlight, Umbrella, Key Pouch, Valve Caps, personalised Sill Plaque
Tracking by Cobra
AM outdoor car cover

All standard on Launch Edition - Bang & Olufsen Sound (can't wait!), Power Stowage, Touch Control, Floor Mats

Comments welcome!!!

[JohnG1]

With regard to the opinion of others, "honi soit qui mal y pense"

On another note, what is "Under bonnet Jewellery Pack"?

[Jon39]

chatty1234 said:

If I was to order now I would change the spec (watching too many Youtube reviews!). I am told by the dealership that I cannot change spec at this stage.

I would not accept their answer.
Wonder if they are just being lazy?

There are several Vantage GT8 buyers on here, and they were constantly changing their minds about spec. even fairly close to build dates.

To change the roof colour, does not even involve ordering components.
You don't want to have, even a slight regret after delivery.

Tell them to provide exactly the car that you want.

If any trouble, mention Mr. Newey would not be happy with this. He is very popular just now at AML.

Edited by Jon39 on Monday 9th January 13:56

[AMDBSVNick]

Jon39 said:

I would not accept their answer.
Wonder if they are just being lazy?

There are several Vantage GT8 buyers on here, and they were constantly changing their minds about spec. even fairly close to build dates.

To change the roof colour, does not even involve ordering components.
You don't want to have, even a slight regret after delivery.

Tell them to provide exactly the car that you want.

If any trouble, mention Mr. Newey. He is very popular just now at AML.

Totally agree with this. Use Twitter if needs be as AP is big into it.

On another note, what have you come from car wise as you are new to the brand?

Oh and welcome

[IanV12VR]

I think it will look great. Aston Martin Bristol posted a picture of a silver DB11 with a black roof on their FB page last Friday and it looked fabulous IMO.

I don't think it is unusual to have jitters about your spec, I did especially on the last one but was really pleased when we saw it being built at the factory.

If you are seriously thinking of changing your spec push for it now if you are going to do so.

Congrats and welcome!

[woodsypedia]

Welcome! Perhaps contact the factory. I doubt your car will have started build yet - although the dealer says it can't be changed, talk to customer services directly at the factory. If you're asking for something that wasn't available then - they might help you out.

Cheers

Chris.

[TKP]

I also believe that the black roofs are a bit a trend currently in the automotive industry and that trend might disappear again, but I think it will always look good. No worries!

However, I agree on your worries with the cut carbon, not only when it was mentioned in GT, I found it very strange looking even before (on pictures). But you had your reasons why you liked it, so it will be all fine for you.

[alscar]

Another welcome. Love that colour - saw it on the launch model at Works.
As most have replied with am quite sure it's still pretty easy to change most of your spec.
The dealer probably only needs a few minutes on their order sheets.

[DocW]

Congratulations on the purchase. I had a few days with a DB11 in the same colour and it looks fantastic even when dirty, although it doesn't show the dirt easily. The carbon you have chosen is lovely, it's the satin chopped stuff that's divides opinion. You seem to have a pretty comprehensive spec, all good in my opinion. What would you change?

[chatty1234]

Am new to the forum. Can anyone tell me how I reply to some of the comments individually? I can see it is possible but cannot see the "reply" button????

So will reply in one go......


Previous cars = Ferrari Calfornia (first version) and Lotus Evora. Currently driving a BMW 5 Series.

Saw the dealer today and the car is confirmed at POD (Planned on line) dated for 21/2/17. There appears no chance to alter the spec.

Under Bonnet Jewellery Pack = The oil filter cap is gold colour, the plate that says who built the car engine is gold and something else is gold and the under bonnet covering is partly gold. Just expensive option but adds to the drama of opening the bonnet, which I think is wonderful on the DB11. Cant wait to be opening the bonnet and showing anyone who cares to look

[AMDBSVNick]

chatty1234 said:

Am new to the forum. Can anyone tell me how I reply to some of the comments individually? I can see it is possible but cannot see the "reply" button????

So will reply in one go......


Previous cars = Ferrari Calfornia (first version) and Lotus Evora. Currently driving a BMW 5 Series.

Saw the dealer today and the car is confirmed at POD (Planned on line) dated for 21/2/17. There appears no chance to alter the spec.

Under Bonnet Jewellery Pack = The oil filter cap is gold colour, the plate that says who built the car engine is gold and something else is gold and the under bonnet covering is partly gold. Just expensive option but adds to the drama of opening the bonnet, which I think is wonderful on the DB11. Cant wait to be opening the bonnet and showing anyone who cares to look

To reply hit the "quote" button.

I simply do not believe a car due to start build 21st Feb can't have the spec altered. Call AM customer services

[chatty1234]

AMDBSVNick said:

To reply hit the "quote" button.

I simply do not believe a car due to start build 21st Feb can't have the spec altered. Call AM customer services

Thank you for the help.

[chatty1234]

JohnG1 said:

With regard to the opinion of others, "honi soit qui mal y pense"

On another note, what is "Under bonnet Jewellery Pack"?

Under Bonnet Jewellery Pack = The oil filter cap is gold colour, the plate that says who built the car engine is gold and something else is gold and the under bonnet covering is partly gold. Just expensive option, by adding lots of gold to the engine area adds to the drama of opening the bonnet, which I think is wonderful on the DB11.Maybe a bit bling for the UK, but I think will be popular overseas and I like it, although I think is expensive. Can't wait to be opening the bonnet and showing anyone who cares to look smile

[chatty1234]

AMDBSVNick said:

Totally agree with this. Use Twitter if needs be as AP is big into it.

On another note, what have you come from car wise as you are new to the brand?

Oh and welcome

Thank you for the welcome. Previous cars = Ferrari Calfornia (first version) and Lotus Evora. Currently driving a BMW 5 Series. Will likely get rid of the BMW and get a VW Golf or VW Polo GTI to use when not in the DB11.

[DocW]

chatty1234 said:

Under Bonnet Jewellery Pack = The oil filter cap is gold colour, the plate that says who built the car engine is gold and something else is gold and the under bonnet covering is partly gold. Just expensive option, by adding lots of gold to the engine area adds to the drama of opening the bonnet, which I think is wonderful on the DB11.Maybe a bit bling for the UK, but I think will be popular overseas and I like it, although I think is expensive. Can't wait to be opening the bonnet and showing anyone who cares to look smile

Completely agree re the " event" of opening the bonnet and seeing the gold, it's a real wow factor. Sorry to ask again but what would you want to change?

[DapperDanMan]

Hi and welcome

As for the silver black combination take a look here

http://www.stratstone.com/news/aston-martin-db11-a...

Scroll down to AM Amersham and they have pictures of Magnetic Silver and Black roof.

[chatty1234]

DocW said:

Completely agree re the " event" of opening the bonnet and seeing the gold, it's a real wow factor. Sorry to ask again but what would you want to change?

I was thinking of switching to silver roof and body as in this picture. I think more traditional than with the black roof. But I am also happy with my order. Just having a spec wobble.

[chatty1234]

DapperDanMan said:

Hi and welcome

As for the silver black combination take a look here

http://www.stratstone.com/news/aston-martin-db11-a...

Scroll down to AM Amersham and they have pictures of Magnetic Silver and Black roof.

Thats the car spec I have ordered. Wow. Looks great. Thank you for the picture.

[IanV12VR]

chatty1234 said:

I was thinking of switching to silver roof and body as in this picture. I think more traditional than with the black roof. But I am also happy with my order. Just having a spec wobble.

It is all down to personal opinion but if I were speccing it I would have gone for the black roof and side rails - just seems to suit the car better.

Great choice

[CSK1]

I think that looks great. I would stay with your initial spec. As others have said, I think you should be able to change should you want to. Tweet Andy if need be. Customer satisfaction is one of his priorities.