DBS or Vanquish?

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I'm really just thinking out loud at the moment with no real intention of doing anything for 6 months or so. But...

Came across this beautiful DBS a few days ago:

http://www.stratstone.com/search/vehicledetails/us...

I've always considered the DBS to be probably one of the most beautiful and imposing cars I've ever laid my eyes on. This one looked particularly spectacular.

This then started me thinking about the Vanquish which appear to be available from around £120K. So what's the better option in terms or the drive and also likely future residuals?

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At a guess I'd assume that the Vanquish will settle somewhere around current DBS values which means it has a little way to come (a complete guess!).

But they're such a fine looking car. Admittedly, the interior on this one isn't probably what I'd choose, but otherwise....amazing!

http://www.stratstone.com/search/vehicledetails/us...

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Little Donkey said:

Had a DBS, now on a Vanq, love both - if you can, stretch to an 8 cog vanquish. An entirely different gravy.

Trying to be sensible and not spend £160K

Currently completely blown away by the look of the red Vanquish. If ever there was reason to use your heart over your head then that's it. Think I've talked myself into the Vanquish!

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tonyhall38 said:

Also had both....prefer the vanq.....oh my gearbox does not cluck on the down shift......

I'm totally jumping the gun because I literally know nothing about these cars....except for how undeniably good they look!

I've been mesmerised by the red Vanquish in the ad above for the last hour.

Only experience of Aston is having owned a 4.3 V8V around 6 years ago and hating it mainly because of the slow manual box and disappointing engine (except for the sound).

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tonyhall38 said:

You just gotta love that volcano red.....

Absolutely fantastic car!

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cayman-black said:

Wow tough, Love that interior on the Van, but the all black DBS with lower miles just edges it for me.

The DBS just looks right but then so does the Vanquish! I'll keep an eye on pricing over the next 6 months.

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Do you see the DBS holding it's value better than the Vanquish moving forward or are they likely to settle at a similar figure?

Have to say, the Vanquish is giving me sleepless nights!

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That sounds like sensible advice.

I'm a minimum of 6 months away from a purchase so will see how they fare.