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Old 02-16-2009, 01:19 AM
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Go with the DBS.
 
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The Vantage might have sleeper looks, but I don't think Astons need to hide performance...they're elegant sports cars. In that regard a DBS would probably be a better idea.
 
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Go with DBS. I have expected more performance from V12 Vantage. DBS delivers aproximatly same performance numbers with better looks. Or wait for DBS convertible, I am sure that car will be great.
 
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Old 02-16-2009, 08:09 AM
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You guys are confusing me! The DBS I can have by June, the Vantage V12 by October. I'm not sure on the DBS vert, I don't particularly like the Volante either.

Plus the Vantage will be $100k cheaper over here. $500k for Vantage, and $600k for DBS - I'm guessing it would be around $640-ish for the DBS vert.
 
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I'd go for the Vantage RS.
 
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Going to buck the crowd here. Go with the DBS. Its just gorgeous and I still need convincing on the case for a V12 engine in a car that already handled great with a V8.
 
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Old 02-16-2009, 11:28 AM
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Originally Posted by Mike S
You guys are confusing me! The DBS I can have by June, the Vantage V12 by October. I'm not sure on the DBS vert, I don't particularly like the Volante either.

Plus the Vantage will be $100k cheaper over here. $500k for Vantage, and $600k for DBS - I'm guessing it would be around $640-ish for the DBS vert.
I will repeat my advice, go with DBS or with DBS convertible. I would like V12 Vantage, but this car needs more performance.
 
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Old 02-16-2009, 11:58 AM
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I'm going to drive the V8 Vantage and DBS back to back this weekend. I'll make my mind up then! Thanks for the advice guys.
 
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V12 vantage - it's the engine they should have put in it all along. GL with your tough decision...
 
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Old 02-16-2009, 12:09 PM
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I may be the only person in the world who doesn't think the Vantage is that good looking. It's too small or something, I don't know . . .
And let's face it, nobody buys an Aston for any other reason than the way it looks.

DBS and swimming in a pool full of dead rats > Vantage and Stacy Keibler in your bed
 
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