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2011 Aston Martin Rapide V12

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£26,500

Mileage~90,245 on clock
TransmissionAutomatic
Engine5.9-litre
LocationHoughton Le Spring, Tyne and Wear

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2011 Aston Martin Rapide V12

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Introduction

Kristina

Professional Consigner

A four-seater V12 grand tourer... could there be any better GT car for the money.

The Aston Martin Rapide V12 marked the brand’s first four-door production model, blending traditional Aston Martin elegance with genuine everyday usability. Powered by a 5.9-litre naturally aspirated V12, it produces around 470bhp and delivers effortless performance through a six-speed Touchtronic automatic gearbox, reaching 0–60mph in around five seconds.

Despite its size, the Rapide retains the poise and presence of a true Aston Martin. Its sweeping silhouette, swan-hinged doors and aluminium construction give it a sleek, sporting appearance, while the chassis and adaptive suspension provide a refined yet engaging driving experience suited to both long-distance touring and spirited driving.

Coming to market from just over a year and a half, this lovely example has been cherished by John, who has continued to maintain it to a high standard, just like its former keepers, it comes with two sets of keys, one being the crystal key. We visited on two different days as you can see from the photos the weather was a bit different on each.

This listing was written from information supplied by Kristina after meeting John the owner, and having visited and photographed the vehicle.

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Meet the owner

Retirement is a wonderful thing – and what better way to enter it.

Work hard, play harder; that’s what John decided once he felt it was time to retire, and he did so by treating himself to a lovely 2011 Aston Martin Rapide V12.

John’s search for something special was quite strict, as he wanted something big enough to carry passengers, useful enough to hold luggage on trips away, and a fantastic grand tourer. Even more importantly, it can easily hold the golf clubs and trolley for those relaxing days when a trip to the golf course is in order.

With the box for the Rapide ticked, John has decided to take his Aston Martin ownership further to another dream car, this time with not so many seats, the DB11, which will be fantastic fun, but unfortunately he doesn’t have the space for both, hence the reason for sale.

John will be on hand to answer any questions in the comments.

John

Vehicle Owner

John saved £4,680* when they
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EXTERIOR VIDEO

Exterior

Retaining the sleek sporting appearance while adding extra doors, the Rapide takes the luxury grand tourer to the next level.

Wheels and Tyres

Fitted with upgraded 20” Aston Martin alloy wheels, these are finished in light Anthracite and are in excellent condition, with no signs of damage or corrosion to the faces.

Two brands of tyres are fitted to the front and looking at the rear, both of which have plenty of tread remaining.

Please take time to review the photos and videos for a detailed view of the exterior, wheels, and tyres so you can make your own assessment of their condition. Tyres are a key safety item, and you should consider replacing any that are cracked, perished, unevenly worn, or over 10 years old.

Bodywork

With an aluminium construction and swan-hinged doors, the Aston looks fantastic from all angles. Looking around the car, the panel gaps appear to be visually equal and matching, as you would expect, and no dings or dents were spotted. There is a tiny amount of corrosion under the paint on the top edge of the passenger-side rear door handle, but it has to be said this is very minor.

We’ve highlighted our observations in more detail through our high-resolution images and videos, so please take time to look through all the media files for a detailed view of what’s on offer and to assess the condition of the car for yourselves.

Paint

Finished in 'Onyx Black Metallic', the Aston's paintwork is exceptionally well presented. There are a couple of age-related marks, as you would expect, but these are minimal and less than you would expect for the age.

The images are taken from a few different angles to show off the car as you would see it if you were standing there yourself, so please take the time to fully assess these high-resolution images and videos of the car to make up your own mind about the condition of the paint.

Glass and Trim

The windows on the Aston appear to be in good order, with no noticeable scratches. There is a minimal amount of delamination around the windscreen edge, but this is minor.

The clear headlights are in excellent condition, with no damage or discolouration to the lenses. The rear lights have been replaced with the later style, giving the rear end a cleaner, more modern look.

The contemporary look has been carried forward by wrapping the chrome window surrounds in black.

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INTERIOR VIDEO

Interior

Embrace the luxurious feel with a full black leather interior.

Seats and Carpets

Trimmed in luxurious leather with white stitching, the seats are in excellent condition, both front and rear. The front seats benefit from being electric and having a memory function. Rear-seat passengers have the pleasure of built-in screens on the front seats, each with headphones.

All four door panels are in good order, with no damage spotted. Throughout the cabin, the carpets are clean with no signs of excessive wear, and this continues into the boot.

Dashboard

Matching the seats, the leather-trimmed dashboard is in excellent condition, with no damage to mention.

The instruments are working correctly, with no warning lights, and the odometer shows ~89,685 miles at the time of our visit.

Steering Wheel / Gear Stick

Fitted with the original three-spoke leather steering wheel, this shows little sign of wear as you would expect.

The automatic leather gear knob is also in good condition, with very few signs of age.

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'ON THE ROAD' VIDEO

Mechanics

The 5.9-litre V12 is arguably one of the best engines suited to an Aston Martin.

Engine and Gearbox

The V12 fires up with a distinctive tone that sounds fantastic! There has also been an exhaust modification which allows you to open the exhaust valves at the touch of a button, making it perfect for every occasion, whether you like it loud or quiet and equally handy so you don’t annoy any neighbours.

The car runs with no issues reported and performs superbly - during our cold start we saw no warning lights on the dash and you'll see a picture in the media pack of the dashboard with the car running confirming this.

In November 2025, John had all 12 spark plugs replaced along with the coil packs, and just 500 miles later, a new alternator was fitted.

The automatic gearbox offers smooth shifts in full automatic mode or when using the paddle shifters.

Suspension and Brakes

The Rapide sits as it should; no knocks or bangs have been reported, and it is said to handle as you would expect.

You will notice the brake calipers stand out nicely in a glorious shade of Aston Martin Racing Green. John has had these refinished, and they are in excellent condition. These bring the car to a stop in a straight line, with no juddering through the pedal.

The Drive

It has to be said, piloting the grand tourer is a pretty special experience. The naturally aspirated 5.9-litre V12 delivers its ~470bhp with a smooth surge, accompanied by a rich, unmistakably Aston soundtrack that, let’s be honest, sounds phenomenal thanks to the switchable valves.

On the road, for a saloon car, the Rapide feels well planted, yet it disguises its large saloon status very well, offering confident and impressive handling through sweeping roads.

Electrics and Other

The switchgear in the Aston Martin is all in excellent condition - we didn't test everything during our visit but John assured us everything was working as expected. John told us he has recently put a new battery in the Rapide.

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History and Paperwork

With a service fewer than ~7,000 miles ago and new plugs just a few hundred miles ago, the Aston is ready to go.

This 2011 example was built in Austria, which the vendor tells us is widely regarded as more reliable than English-built cars.

The service book for the Aston shows servicing carried out at mileage intervals. There are also several invoices, some of which are for service work and others for parts purchased and the odd job carried out.

The car has a current MOT valid until 07.07.26, which was passed with no advisories, it comes with two sets of keys with one being the crystal key.

Please note that the registration E7 FUS is not included and will be removed before the auction ends.

Costing over £150,000 when new, this well-maintained, well-presented 2011 Aston Martin Rapide is sure to be something of a bargain and perfect for the enthusiast who wants something that little bit more special from a four-door grand tourer.

Weather - due to snow conditions we went back out to the car to take the remaining pictures, hence the photos being shot on two different days.

We’ve carried out our usual seller checks, including verifying photo ID, the V5C, and an HPI check. This confirms the car has not been stolen, written off, or has any outstanding finance. Please note: this check does not include mileage verification.

We’ve summarised the car based on the seller’s information above. As always, we go to great lengths to photograph and film the car in high-resolution detail so you can make your own informed assessment from the comfort of your sofa. So grab a cuppa, sit back, and enjoy reviewing everything in this listing.

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If you have any questions, no matter how small, please ask the seller in the comments section below before placing your bids, as bids cannot be retracted and form a binding contract if you win, just like in a traditional auction.

Service History

Date	Type	Mileage
19.11.2025	New alternator	89,552
03.09.2025	12 spark plugs & coil packs	89,105
30.06.2025	MOT	88,396
08.07.2024	MOT	85,303
24.05.2024	Service	84,654
31.05.2024	MOT	84,779
19.01.2024	Service	83,590
15.06.2023	MOT	82,683
22.11.2021	MOT	80,744
15.10.2020	MOT	77,484
13.09.2019	MOT	74,976
11.07.2018	MOT	72,863
07.06.2017	MOT	71,649
02.06.2016	MOT	69,595
24.05.2016	Service	69,590
21.09.2015	MOT	69,037
01.05.2015	Service	67,434
10.10.2014	MOT	57,369
01.10.2014	Service	57,366
28.03.2014	Service	44,714
22.08.2013	Service	34,235
22.10.2012	Service	20,309

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Key Details

Year2011
ModelRapide
TransmissionAutomatic
Reg. Date14.10.2011
CC5935
Mileage~90,245 on clock
ColourOnyx Black Metallic
Interior ColourBlack
Interior TrimLeather
Chassis #SCFHCDAJ1BAF01635
Engine #AM16/29775
Last Service24.05.2024
MOTExp: 07.07.2026
HPi ClearYes - All Clear
Former Keepers4
LHD or RHDRHD
VisitedYes
Sale TypePrivate
Owned~1 year, 8 months
Key FeatureWell Presented
Vehicle RegistrationE7 FUS (Not Included)
Driver’s SideRight
Fuel TypePetrol
Auction ID3354

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4 Comments

Jeffe

2 months ago

Hi John, re the remote electronic valve control, does it work immediately including on start up? Why I ask is I know they ‘rev’ on first start up and wonder if the valves are closed on start up (through your device), it might not wake my neighbours. Thanks

John

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Jeffe

2 months ago

Hi Yes it’s immediate, there is still a growl on starting but not as loud. It works via a fuse, the remote is communicating with the fuse to switch it on or off, this then opens or closes the exhaust valve. So works off the car battery not the engine running but the gust to ask are the manufacturers http://www.cccharger.co.uk/

John

Seller

2 months ago

Very low miles each year therefore no service or major works required, you can see the miles per year in the mot history.

Jeffe

2 months ago

Hi John – what’s the explanation for the gap between 2016 and 2024 please? Thanks

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Houghton Le Sprinig, Tyne and Wear

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