Seeking input on buying a V12 Vantage or DBS
May 24, 2012 | 09:42 PM
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Seeking input on buying a V12 Vantage or DBS
I've started researching a new daily driver and may be considering an Aston for that duty. I want something unique but not too flashy. Somewhat reasonably reliable and comfortable (not necessarily luxurious) while also being rewarding when pushed. Only need it to carry me (and occasionally my wife) to and from, 4 doors not required. We have a wagon for the "family" trips.
Recently I started looking at the V12 Vantage and like the concept of big engine in smaller, more responsive chassis. Sounds like a fun car, but not as raw as my 4.0. Potentially something I could drive daily.
Alternatively there is the DBS, which to me is slightly more aesthetically pleasing. Sort of torn at the moment.
Anyone own(ed) one or both? Any sage advice you may provide is appreciated!
Recently I started looking at the V12 Vantage and like the concept of big engine in smaller, more responsive chassis. Sounds like a fun car, but not as raw as my 4.0. Potentially something I could drive daily.
Alternatively there is the DBS, which to me is slightly more aesthetically pleasing. Sort of torn at the moment.
Anyone own(ed) one or both? Any sage advice you may provide is appreciated!
May 25, 2012 | 05:12 AM
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As a daily driver, the DBS is probably the better bet. It rides better and looks better, but still has a gratifying howl when you're into it.
The V12 Vantage is definitely the more focussed car, but if you've got a 4.0, then you already have a very driver-focussed car, and you'll want something a bit less hard-edged. Plus you can get the DBS in auto if you want, whereas the V12 Vantage can only be had in manual.
I've driven both extensively and the DBS is better as a daily. More room, better at long distances and is more comfortable.
My 2c.
The V12 Vantage is definitely the more focussed car, but if you've got a 4.0, then you already have a very driver-focussed car, and you'll want something a bit less hard-edged. Plus you can get the DBS in auto if you want, whereas the V12 Vantage can only be had in manual.
I've driven both extensively and the DBS is better as a daily. More room, better at long distances and is more comfortable.
My 2c.
May 25, 2012 | 08:44 AM
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As a daily driver, the DBS is probably the better bet. It rides better and looks better, but still has a gratifying howl when you're into it.
The V12 Vantage is definitely the more focussed car, but if you've got a 4.0, then you already have a very driver-focussed car, and you'll want something a bit less hard-edged. Plus you can get the DBS in auto if you want, whereas the V12 Vantage can only be had in manual.
I've driven both extensively and the DBS is better as a daily. More room, better at long distances and is more comfortable.
My 2c.
The V12 Vantage is definitely the more focussed car, but if you've got a 4.0, then you already have a very driver-focussed car, and you'll want something a bit less hard-edged. Plus you can get the DBS in auto if you want, whereas the V12 Vantage can only be had in manual.
I've driven both extensively and the DBS is better as a daily. More room, better at long distances and is more comfortable.
My 2c.
plus the DBS is the apex of beauty in cars
May 25, 2012 | 09:05 AM
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Agree with the quotes above. As your second car, teh V12V is the one but as a DD if you already have such a focussed car, the DBS is the only sensible thing to do
Having said that, you then have to decide manual or auto. A manual DBS is a lot of fun whilst being much more suitable as a DD than a V12V because it's still less raw but as it is a DD, do you then consider the auto box ?!?
Having said that, you then have to decide manual or auto. A manual DBS is a lot of fun whilst being much more suitable as a DD than a V12V because it's still less raw but as it is a DD, do you then consider the auto box ?!?
May 26, 2012 | 10:32 AM
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As a daily driver, the DBS is probably the better bet. It rides better and looks better, but still has a gratifying howl when you're into it.
The V12 Vantage is definitely the more focussed car, but if you've got a 4.0, then you already have a very driver-focussed car, and you'll want something a bit less hard-edged. Plus you can get the DBS in auto if you want, whereas the V12 Vantage can only be had in manual.
I've driven both extensively and the DBS is better as a daily. More room, better at long distances and is more comfortable.
My 2c.
The V12 Vantage is definitely the more focussed car, but if you've got a 4.0, then you already have a very driver-focussed car, and you'll want something a bit less hard-edged. Plus you can get the DBS in auto if you want, whereas the V12 Vantage can only be had in manual.
I've driven both extensively and the DBS is better as a daily. More room, better at long distances and is more comfortable.
My 2c.
May 26, 2012 | 11:11 AM
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Agree with the quotes above. As your second car, teh V12V is the one but as a DD if you already have such a focussed car, the DBS is the only sensible thing to do
Having said that, you then have to decide manual or auto. A manual DBS is a lot of fun whilst being much more suitable as a DD than a V12V because it's still less raw but as it is a DD, do you then consider the auto box ?!?
Having said that, you then have to decide manual or auto. A manual DBS is a lot of fun whilst being much more suitable as a DD than a V12V because it's still less raw but as it is a DD, do you then consider the auto box ?!?
