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Constant Transmission Problems
Ken Jaggers, 03/10/2010
2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 2dr Coupe (4.3L 8cyl 6M)
21 of 23 people found this review helpful
I loved the car for its curb and higway appeal. But both the manual and automatic transmissions were simply not reliable. I first had a 2007 standard transmission Vantage Coupe that stalled on a freeway or highway five times. After being frightened out of my mind, I was able to get the car to limp back to the dealer. It was a lemon, so Aston Martin replaced the car with a 2008 Vantage that was equipped with an Automatic Transmission. That transmission was always rough at the start of the day, with the vehicle shuddering at each stop. The dealer never recognized the problem and said I did not know how to drive the car. At considerable expense, I paid off the lease early and got rid of the car
A great car for the right person
James Rogers, 06/08/2017
updated 12/13/2021
2015 Aston Martin V8 Vantage GT 2dr Coupe (4.7L 8cyl 6M)
14 of 15 people found this review helpful
First, you should know that I bought this car used--barely! It is a 2015 with only 6000 miles on it when I bought it. Price was about 2/3 of new and the car seemed to be totally as new. First owner owned it for a month and then traded it in (!); second owner five months. Personally I plan to be buried in it! Why did the other owners not seem to like the car? My guess is the clutch, which is very difficult--just about like kicking a rock. But I am in shape and have no real trouble with it, even in traffic, so it is not a problem for me. This is a great driving car--more acceleration than you can use on public roads, super steering and brakes, wonderful road holding--but with that comes a quite stiff ride. Despite the substantial beautiful engine sounds you can have a conversation with your passenger, no problem. Storage is limited, and my car although it came with Bluetooth buttons has no Bluetooth! Sound system is nice, navigation close to useless. Overall though just a great car as long as you are OK with the clutch! And what is really nice is the reaction of others to the car; they just love it and no one gives me the attitude you might get if you were driving a not-to-be-named Italian car. Update: I am using this car as my daily driver, with no issues at all. So far highly reliable and a genuine joy to drive and own. Also the clutch needed replacement and I installed an AMR clutch--an updated version of the stock clutch, made by Aston Martin, and it has transformed the car in the sense that the clutch effort is no longer high; actually about the same as my wife's manual VW. I would recommend this for any owner of this car.
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Wonderful car
Aston Martin Vantage, 09/14/2007
2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 2dr Coupe (4.3L 8cyl 6M)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
I have owned several different model Porsches, but none compare in looks, attention, and driving pleasure and ability than my 2007 AM Vantage. This car is quality and stunning in every way. It exudes the fact that it is hand built from bumper to bumper. The low growl when pressing the start button, and even much more so when reaching 4000 rpm, is exciting. Some say the 380 horse power engine is not enough. They must be on drugs because for a non-racer like me, it has plenty of responsiveness. The amount of positive attention and accolades you receive in driving this car is often downright embarrassing. I could write a book on overwhelming positive public reaction this car draws.
2008 AM vantage roadster used
Brian, 12/25/2021
2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage Roadster 2dr Convertible (4.3L 8cyl 6M)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
This car turns heads! Maneuvering on freeway is easy and can compete with more expensive performance vehicles. That is in traffic. It will not be fastest car on the road. But it handles well, especially if you use paddle controls. Be careful to park in shaded areas as key computer components are located where extreme heat might cause problems. Use a trickle charge to prevent battery issues if driving as second car. Never try to jump start or hit trunk button for reserve/non- driving mode. Manual is not same as the car details. I replaced computers and such. The location of gps screen is not ideal. Know where you are going so you never need it! Upgrade with backup camera and maybe forward camera to avoid parking issues. It’s small and sits low, so be aware The rear view mirror darkens to a point you cannot judge traffic behind. Sun shields are decorative! The windshield hits most vision at bad spot. If battery depleted, do not mess with any seat controls. Take to Aston Martin dealer for service. Insurance is pricey even with great rating and low miles. Maintenance is fairly cheap with great mechanic.
A keeper
tim s, 12/25/2006
2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 2dr Coupe (4.3L 8cyl 6M)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
Have had Porsches, every thing from Boxster to TurboS, two 355 Ferraris and a Ferrari F430. This goes way past the Porsches and just under the 430.