2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage S Roadster |

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2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage S Roadster

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£53,450

Mileage~27,567 on clock
TransmissionAutomatic
Engine4.7L
LocationGodstone

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2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage S Roadster

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Introduction

Alan Stuart

Professional Consigner and Photographer

Stunning elegance, exquisite interior and a bit more spice with the S, this V8 roadster is something to get excited about.

Aston Martin unveiled the V8 Vantage S in early January 2011, showcasing a more potent version of the V8 and available in both coupe and roadster body styles, designed to create a more sporty experience than the standard models. With an extra 10BHP from the 4.7L V8, stiffer suspension and other chassis tweaks, the V8 Vantage S roadster has a power output up to ~430BHP. Fitted with a 7-Speed automatic gearbox with paddles as standard, twin sports exhausts and a host of interior goodies such as the integrated sat nav and 700W Aston Premium stereo system, the 'S' sharpens up the driving experience in all areas.

Having only covered around ~25,400 miles at the time of the engine fault, the Vantage effectively has a brand new engine which has only just been run in at over ~2,000 miles since fitted in 2021 with the clutch and rear discs being updated in July 2020. Finished in triple black, it's an ever popular choice and this car presents in excellent condition.

This auction listing was written from information supplied by Alan after meeting Shaun the owner, and having visited and photographed the vehicle.

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Meet the owner

The sound is absolutely incredible and gives a real sense of the power available, driving it in sports mode gets you the full experience!

Feeling the need to sample the delights of one of the last true British V8 sportscars, Shaun particularly wanted the “S” model with the additional performance upgrades to the engine and suspension. Added carbon fibre sections on the bodywork and comfortable “S” seats finish this Aston in a really desirable spec.

"The looks and the sound of the V8 engine which, in my humble opinion, is the best sounding V8 engine ever made. To start it up, the Aston Martin glass crystal key slides into the dash, then firing it up gives a throaty roar from the engine. It's so impressive and such a great feeling with all that power of the V8 engine!" Shaun lets us know, "I'll be sad to see the Vantage go, as for me its the perfect spec and it runs beautifully, but I'm going back to my first love which is Lotus and I am planning a brand new purchase in 2023". He will be happy to answer any questions about the car in the comments section below.

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EXTERIOR VIDEO

Exterior

Finished in an ever popular colour of Onyx Black, this beautiful example is a presented in excellent condition.

Wheels and Tyres

The 19" Aston Martin multi-spoke rims show nicely on all four corners. Centre caps show well and we struggled to note any marking or concerns with the wheels themselves.

With a new set of tyres across the Vantage the tread on these shows minimal wear. Replaced in December 2021 the Aston is running Yokohama Advan Sports (285/35 and 245/40) with the date codes reflecting these replacements.

We cover off more detail on the wheel sections in our exterior gallery where we give a full view around the vehicle.

Bodywork

The car stands straight and level, the shut lines appear straight and tight. The doors, bonnet and boot all open and close cleanly and precisely. We noted no signs of bodywork issues on our visit with the Vantage displaying its class comfortably.

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

Paint

A great level shine showed around the car and the "Onyx Black" paintwork was a lovely sight on the Vantage S. With the paint finish available under the "Fast Track" range of colour options, Aston say that these finishes "are the colours that best represent the very core of Aston Martin".

We did note that there was a very small stone chip on the nearside front lip splitter but this was not really noticeable standing back from the car.

We've taken high resolution images and videos of the car for you to assess the condition of the bodywork for yourselves. The images are taken from a few different angles to show off the car as you would see it if you were standing there for yourselves. So please take the time to fully assess these high resolution images and videos of the car, for you to make up your own minds about the condition of the paint.

Glass and Trim

The glass is all presented in great condition, with no major scratches or marks which we could see at the time of our visit. The trims and seals are the same, matching the rest of the vehicle. We noted a very small stone chip on the front windscreen but we had to look fairly closely to spot this.

Take a look through the exterior gallery and review video, we take you across all the areas of the car as if you were standing there for yourself. This way, you can see in greater detail what a great looking vehicle the Vantage S really is.

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INTERIOR VIDEO

Interior

Obsidian Black Caithness leather trim combined with silver contrasting detail really give the interior the luxury Aston Martin touch.

Seats and Carpets

Optioned "Obsidian Black" Vantage S heated, memory function sports seats place the driver and passenger comfortably in the cabin area. Presented in "Caithness" leather, the seat finish is part of Aston's contemporary range and represent some of the finest grade leathers which provides a lovely feel in its quality compared to standard grade leathers. With great looking contrasting silver stitching the interior looks stunning.

The carpet sections and roof lining presents in a great way. Matched to the seats the heavyweight carpets provide more of that luxury Aston Martin feel about the car. The car has been exceptionally well maintained which we cover off in extra detail in the interior review video.

Dashboard

Presented in a classic "Piano Black" finish the dash area looked excellent. With no visible damage to the leather or trim, the dashboard looks exactly as it should in a car of this prestige.

The instruments were all working correctly and there were no fault lights showing at the time of our visit either. Dials and gauges all look great showing without fogging or issue on our visit.

Head over to the interior gallery for more images of the dash section and how well this is presented.

Steering Wheel / Gear Stick

Much like the rest of the car and the interior sections, the steering wheel presents really well with its contrasting silver stitching. The leather bound 3 spoke multi function wheel includes media selection options and puts the driver firmly at the control of the mighty V8 ahead. Paddle shift options sit neatly behind the wheel giving the driver ultimate control of the drive.

We've detailed some more images of the cabin area including the steering wheel in our Interior Gallery section, head over to see more shots of what's on offer with the Aston Martin.

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'ON THE ROAD' VIDEO

Mechanics

Firing up the 4.7L engine almost feels like you are starting up a Spitfire plane with all the throaty roar and fight of the V8 ready under the bonnet.

Engine and Gearbox

The 4.7L V8 engine and auto transmission showed no signs of concern when we started the Vantage S up, or took the car out on the road. With the engine and clutch system both being replaced within the last ~2 years, it's almost as if the car runs like new having run in around ~2,000 miles since Aston's mechanical work was carried out.

Fitted with a 7-Speed Sportshift auto gearbox, the car showed no issues out on the road, changing gear smoothly and going through its paces comfortably. Take a look at our "Mechanical Review" video where we see the Aston starting up and running.

Suspension and Brakes

We noted no issues with the suspension or brakes whilst out on the road, with the mechanical components working as to be expected.

The last MOT also showed no advisories for any sections of the suspension or braking elements and additionally new rear discs were replaced at just over ~2,000 miles ago.

Take a look at our 'On the Road' video to see in real time how the car responds to the road and driving.

The Drive

One of the best part of driving this car is the V8 exhaust note, rumbling away from the twin exhausts and serving as a constant reminder of the power available under your right foot.

With its 7-Speed Sportshift auto gearbox, gear changes are smooth and additionally aided by the paddle shift options that sit neatly behind the wheel giving the driver ultimate control of the performance.

Overall the drive of the car is fast and sporty with great handling thanks to its firm springs and dampers. A quicker steering rack than its predecessors and wider tyres mean there's more grip with the car reacting quicker to your inputs.

Electrics and Other

The Aston's initial purchase gave the car a few additional extras which included an Aston Martin 700W Premium Audio system, alarm upgrade, front parking sensors, Sat Nav (with the latest version of Garmin maps) and heated, memory function sports seats. Shaun let us know that the electrical elements in the Vantage operated without issue or concern.

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History and Paperwork

Showing just ~27,567 on the clock and 3 previous owners, the 4.7L V8 Vantage S has benefitted from an engine and clutch replacement within the last ~2 years, and presents in excellent condition in triple black colour scheme.

The Vantage S has benefitted from a big overhaul mechanically directly under warranty from Aston Martin, where the clutch and rear discs were replaced at the cost of several thousand pounds in July 2020. Following this in February 2021, Shaun faced a fault issue with the engine, Aston again stepped in to help with great levels of customer service having a new engine shipped from Germany which was fully replaced under warranty. We've detailed images of the new engine in the paperwork gallery section. Having only covered around ~25,400 miles at the time of the fault, the new owner will effectively benefit from a new engine in the Vantage S which has only just run in at over ~2,000 miles since fitted.

Service history has mainly been completed at Aston Martin, bar two exceptions at an Alfa dealership. The log book also includes checked entries for anti-corrosion inspections for the last 10 years from purchase with the exception of 2019 and 2020.

We’ve done all our usual seller checks including photo ID, V5 and actioned a HPi check on the vehicle.

We've summarised our own view on the car based on information gained from the seller in the listing above, however, and as you can see, we go to great lengths to photograph and video the car in hi-resolution detail - this has been done for you to make your own assessment from the comfort of your sofa. So please sit back, have a cuppa and take your time to review everything on this listing in order to make your own assessment on the vehicle's condition. Viewings are also welcomed with all our listings, so please get in touch with us to arrange a suitable time - we just need to speak to you first and receive a valid photo ID before confirming.

If there's anything you're unsure about, no matter how small, then please first ask the owner in the comments area below before placing your bid/s, as bids can't be retracted and form a binding contract if you win the car - just like a traditional auction house. This is an auction on behalf of a trade seller and normal auction rules apply, i.e. there is no warranty, no return policy and bids are binding with more info in our terms and conditions.

Service History

Date	Type	Mileage
19.04.2022	MOT	26,685
14.04.2022	Service	26,684
12.11.2021	MOT	26,406
26.04.2021	Service	25,436
02.12.2020	MOT	25,214
17.08.2020	Service	25,195
25.06.2020	Service	25,045
17.05.2019	MOT	23,471
17.05.2019	Service	23,421
23.05.2018	MOT	21,998
15.05.2018	Service	21,996
12.06.2017	MOT	20,226
10.05.2017	Service	20,130
12.05.2016	MOT	13,694
12.05.2016	Service	13,683
30.04.2015	MOT	8,561
21.04.2015	Service	8,550
20.06.2014	Service	5,543

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Key Details

ModelV8 Vantage S Roadster
TransmissionAutomatic
Reg. Date13.07.2012
CC4,735cc
Mileage~27,567 on clock
HistoryGreat Service History.
ColourOnyx Black
Interior ColourObsidian Black
Interior TrimCaithness Leather
Chassis #SCFEJBEL2CGD15836
Engine #MAMCO1091911S
Last Service14.04.2022
Engine RebuildYes
MOTYes. Exp - 18.04.2023.
HPi ClearYes
Former Keepers4
Tyre BrandYokohama
# of Keys2 plus valet key
BrakesAston Martin
LHD or RHDRHD
VisitedYes
Sale TypePrivate
Owned~2 years
Key FeatureLow Mileage and new engine & clutch under warranty
Auction ID1093

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Seller : ShaunH

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collector

Please can you confirm if AM warranty has been renewed or if now outside warranty?

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ShaunH

Hi, The Aston Martin Warranty expired at the end of 2022 and has not been renewed.

Member

LordBob

Could I ask what was the problem with the original engine?

Author

ShaunH

I never found out unfortunately as it was sent back to Germany. Aston Martin were excellent and replaced it without issue along with many ancillary parts (the car was still under the Aston warranty). Speaking to other Aston people its pretty rare to get engine failure as these are thought to be bullet proof. Hope this helps!

Market View

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