Fallen for a DB11

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When the 11 came out I was nonplussed. The looks didn't do it for me on web images and print. Today I met one in person and erm..."feelings" started...! Test drive arranged for Saturday in Reading. I'd have to sell my 2006 DB9 Volante first but...dammit...I think I've got the bug. Just needed a place to let that out. Thanks for listening...(Oh and if anyone has had any experience with Aaron at HR OWEN lemme know. Seems like a good guy and as knowledgeable as one might expect).

Edited by Jemacd on Wednesday 20th September 21:46

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Buster73 said:

Wheels do nowt for me.

Red embroidered headrest is the final nail in the coffin .

Apart from that it's alright.

Interestingly the wheels were the first thing I loved....and the headrest really sold it!

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clarkmagpie said:

AM Newcastle have a very striking blue DB11 in.
I think they need a colour rather than grey

Each to their own :-) Reading have an awesome red 11 and this looks 10x classier in my eyes.

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onlogbook.com said:

I'm on the lookout for a db9 volante...

Well without coming over all "mystic Meg" I'd say there's one hitting the market in the next 24hrs with 40.5K Miles, service up to date...as in tomorrow at HR OWEN who are doing the 10yr full service, (primarily) FAMSH, and 10months warranty, going for around £37k.

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onlogbook.com said:

I'm on the lookout for a db9 volante...

43 pictures here:
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/y5xp8sb8gc8lm8n/AAAnP9t...

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Graze01 said:

I agree with you they look fabulous in person & l think they suit the darker colours

go for it

Graeze

Yep I agree. Took me a while to see the right combination in my eyes..but magnetic silver metallic works with the Ioss black roof strake

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HBradley said:

I think it looks fabulous! Would be great to see some more interior shots?

Only two others available until I test drive it.

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DB9VolanteDriver said:

Buster73 said:

Wheels do nowt for me.

Red embroidered headrest is the final nail in the coffin .

Apart from that it's alright.

For me, these are the least attractive OEM wheels I've seen on any Aston in many, many moons. I just don't get wheels that are directional; these look like something you'd see on a Hot Wheels car. But at least wheels are easily changed.

What wheels have you got?

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Murph7355 said:

The std wheels don't help at all. I also think it needs to be lower.

There's a picture of a red one with HRE wheels that I think looks good.

Not sure about the interior too.

Nice upgrade from a DB9

Thanks - and each to their own!

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Thanks Ken!

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V12Hunter said:

Looks beautiful! In the flesh they are definitely better - hope Saturday goes well!!

Cheers! - I'll update after then :-) The fact they're so much nicer in the flesh confuses me.... I think it's something to do with the angles...!

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onlogbook.com said:

Hi jemac. Just tried messaging you but ph isn't letting me. Please could you message me?

I've messaged you - also my email is j at ten dot io

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Buster73 said:

V8V Pete said:

These wheels really seem to generate polarised reactions. I'm not sure why but I think they're just fine. Enjoy your test drive OP but it sounds like the deal is already done

Ha ha ,my thoughts exactly.

If Aaron has read this thread and he probably has , the no discount button has been pressed.

Hahahah! Well that'll be an interesting discussion then :-) #notmyfirstrodeo

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Vantagefan said:

Emilio Largo said:

When I read comments like these on a another member´s car that he is probably very proud of, I am seriously considering if I should introduce my car here at all. Could as well continue reading silently instead of contributing.

Thankfully there is still time to consider this until delivery.

Don't worry, there's an even bigger group that appreciate personal taste, or try not to comment if something really isn't to their liking.

Absolutely right.

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rossi72 said:

Hi. I don’t usually post, just be nosey. But I have to say I have had my DB11 for 6 weeks and it is an amazing car. I have owned a DB9 and other performance cars, but have to say the 11 is the best by far.
It has helped bring AM into the future which it so badly needed.

Enjoy your DB11 and congratulations.

Thank you. I can't wait to get in it!

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Deal done. Collection Wednesday. Extremely happy...and will change my role call status accordingly when I've got a chance :-)