Is the Aston Martin v8 Vantage reliable?
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Is the Aston Martin v8 Vantage reliable?
The Vantage is the most reliable Aston Martin. There are also several V12 models such as the DB9, DBS and Rapide which receive great owner feedback on reliability. Aston Martin has been focusing on improving the reliability of their new cars over a number of years, and has found some success.
Do Aston Martins have a lot of problems?
In conclusion, Aston Martin haven’t had the best past when it comes to dependability. There have been a few issues and these issues tend to be expensive to repair and can take a long time to do so. If you want a sports car that is also solidly reliable then you might want to look at getting a Porsche.
Are Aston Martins expensive to repair?
If you bought a car that didn’t need a clutch or brakes and drove it a more typical distance — like 5,000 miles — your costs would probably be more like $5,000 for depreciation, $4,000 for taxes, $2,000 for maintenance and maybe $1,000 or so for repairs, for a total cost of roughly $12,000 in a year.
Are Aston Martin cars a good investment?
Any classic model Aston Martin is a great investment. Few people have invested in an Aston Martin and regretted it. A classic Aston Martin, that is. Buy a brand-new or year-old model and you’re sure to lose money, as with most new cars.
What is the best Aston Martin model?
The 6 Best Aston Martin S Models Of All Time
- 2017 Vanquish S. The latest Aston S is a Vanquish shaped with sharper angles and upgrades to the engine, chassis and aerodynamics.
- 1967 DBS. Let’s take it back to the start, as Coldplay once whinged.
- 2013 Rapide S.
- 2009 DBS Volante.
- 2014 V12 Vantage S.
- 2004 Vanquish S.
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Is it possible to own an Aston Martin?
Now the biggest potential hurdle to Aston Martin ownership is the huge initial cost of these wonderful cars. A brand new Vanquish costs about the same as an average house in the UK making ownership of a factory fresh car feasible for only a very few wealthy people.
How much does an Aston Martin V8 Vantage cost?
The V8 Vantage is priced from £86,080 (or £95,080 for the roadster) and ‒ with our sensible hat on for a moment ‒ truth be told it’s probably the best model in the range. Search for and buy a used Aston Martin Vantage on driving.co.uk
How does the Aston Martin Vantage compare to the Porsche 911?
The Vantage may be getting on but like a professional boxer who’s done their time in the ring, it can still put on a formidable fight compared with the Porsche 911, the benchmark for this class of car. All models are built around an aluminium chassis, which is used throughout the Aston Martin range.
Are left hand drive Aston Martins worth the money?
If you live in a country that drives on the right, you will perhaps be wanting a left hand drive car. Generally, classic Aston Martins built with left hand drive are rarer and can cost at least 20\% more than similar right hand drive examples.