2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage

“Owning this car has been three-plus years of joy,” states our vendor. “In that time I’ve covered around 3000 miles, using it only for special occasions and dry weekend pleasure. It’s only required general maintenance, with services carried out as required by Aston Martin specialists”. 

The Aston has always been garaged under his care and always washed when dirty. “It’s very smart in appearance to match its classic looks; general wear is reflective of its age only and how it has been driven”.

It comes with its original ‘Sapphire’ key, wallet, as well as an Aston Martin branded pen, umbrella and trickle charger. Clear-wrap paint protection film is fitted to the front-end for extra protection and it has an upgraded Bluetooth system, as well as a tracker.

“It has a true V8 Aston soundtrack, coupled with the classic smell of leather inside. On the road, it’s fast and elegant – great for long drives. The cabin is so accommodating and the spacious boot makes it perfect for grand touring”. 

So, why, I hear you ask, is this lovely V8 for sale? “Sadly, I’m reducing my collection and this is an Aston that needs to be driven and appreciated. It’s been much loved and comes with a great history”. 

And so our vendors upcoming parting of the ways with his beloved V8 means that there is now an opportunity for a new owner to write its next chapter… 
 

Harking back to the DBs of the Fifties and Sixties, Aston Martin got the DB7 just right. What so, of the V8 Vantage? Short, squat and pugnacious, it took its predecessor’s elegant beauty and added a large dash of aggression. The result is surely one of the best looking modern classic Aston Martins out there. It. Is. Stunning.

Even more so, in this rare Lightning Silver finish. It’s a magnificent colour and one that shows off the model lines beautifully; in the sun, it’s a terrific hue and continuously changes colour as you walk around it. Check out our Video Review above and prepare to be beguiled.

The fitted PPF has done a sterling job of protecting the front-end and there are no obvious stone-chips. The paint finish, save for some minimal signs of wear, is excellent.

The glass and chrome likewise, are all in very good condition, showing no obvious signs of wear. The only flaws to note are some minor bubbling around the driver’s door handle and around the passenger side window; however, there is no bubbling in the usual Aston Martin V8 Vantage places (i.e., above the chromework surrounding the windows)

The alloy wheels are very good with again, just some minor signs of wear. Overall, this is clearly a car that has been very well maintained and cared for.

Glorious.
 

If the exterior is magnificent, then the interior is certainly its equal. Presented in Obsidian Black with contrasting coarse Silver stitching, it remains in top condition.

The only real signs of use are some minimal signs of wear to the driver’s side seat (outer bolster), tread plate and door card – the passenger side looks immaculate. Other than that, it’s as it left the factory and that means a profusion of magnificent leather, clean dials housed in an alluring alloy housing and a mark-free alcantara headlining.

It has a lovely handcrafted feel inside. A Satellite Navigation system is fitted and looks decidedly old school – perfect. All electrics function as they should and that includes the adjustable seats. 
 

The service booklet is present in the car’s history file (see Gallery, below) and it shows a comprehensive history, with the following stamps present:

•    8,817 miles, Aston Martin Works Service (26/08/2010)

•    13,634 miles, Aston Martin Works Service (17/08/2011)

•    17,956 miles, Aston Martin Works Service (17/07/2012)

•    23,299 miles, Aston Martin Works Service (21/03/2013)

•    27,831 miles, Aston Martin Works Service (21/03/2013)

•    30,856 miles, Aston Martin Works Service (24/09/2015)

•    33,125 miles, Stratstone (15/09/2016)

•    40,730 miles, Stratstone (12/10/2017)

•    42,877 miles, P3 (15/10/2018)

•    48,853 miles, Aston Martin Works Service (21/10/2019)

•    59,428 miles, Hillcrest Porsche Specialist (16/02/2023)

As our vendor said earlier, it’s a great example and drives beautifully. It also sounds like a firecracker; go to 3mins 12secs on our Video Review above to hear it in all its throaty V8 glory.

On the road, it’s a wonderful machine to pilot. The engine pulls gloriously (accompanied by that soundtrack), whilst the auto box shifts seamlessly; brakes pull it up straight and true, and there are no untoward suspension noises.

Lovely.
 

The included V5c Registration Document lists the car’s first date of UK registration as being 01/09/2009. It also notes a total of seven owners from new.

A current MOT Test Certificate is also present and runs until the 16th of February 2026. It also notes the mileage history in recent years, which shows as:

•    59,521 miles – 16/02/2024
•    59,422 miles – 25/01/2023
•    57,483 miles – 18/12/2021

You will find all of the original hand and service books present as well as the original order sheet, which notes the build spec and options. There are plenty of invoices both for general servicing and any necessary works carried out; it’s worth perusing these, as they show that the car has received the necessary financial outlay as, and when, necessary.

Finally, a recent online vehicle history check is also included. It shows no known issues with outstanding finance, theft, having been written off or imported/exported.

Please visit the documents section of the gallery of this listing where you will find photos to support our claim that this Aston Martin V8 Vantage has been maintained to an excellent standard. 
 

The condition that this wonderfully handsome V8 Vantage is presented in, is indicative of how well it’s been cared for. It comes with a comprehensive service history and fresh from the ownership of a true enthusiast. The best bit of course, is the magnificent and striking colour combination. Wait, no, it’s the brutal V8 rasp… wait, no… this could go on for a while…

Perhaps the most important bit is that we think it will sell for somewhere between just £20,000 and £25,000, which shows just how good value these ‘baby’ Astons have become. 

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