2000 Aston Martin DB7 Vantage V12 Manual

In March 1999, a totally revised DB7 Vantage and Vantage Volante made their debut at the annual Geneva Motorshow building on the success of the in-line 6 cylinder DB7. The new Vantage models featured an all new 420bhp, 6.0-litre V12 engine, with a choice of 6-speed manual or a 5- speed automatic gearbox. A "Touchtronic' option quickly became available offering a more involving experience for customers who preferred the best of both worlds. In addition to the new powertrain, the Vantage had more aggressive styling, with a bigger front grille, new fog/side/indicator lights and imposing 18" wheels with Bridgestone S02 tyres. The interior leather trim was cut and sewn at a special trim shop at Newport Pagnell along with Wilton Carpet for the flooring and choice of wood veneer or carbon fibre facia panels.Offered here is a very well presented, rare manual, DB7 Vantage V12 finished in Aston Martin 'Racing Green with a Forest Green and Tan interior complemented by Tailors Grey suede headlining and Burr Walnut inlays. Enjoyed by its last owner over the course of seven years during which he covered some five thousand miles. The speedometer now reads 75,900 miles. The owner's book pack including the service record confirms eleven Aston Martin dealer services up to 70,800 and six specialists thereafter indicating that this lovely Aston has been well-cared for.Front engined V12 manual Grand Tourers have seen mounting investor interest over the last few years and this impressive DB7 Vantage certainly qualifies in that department, however, it is an affordable classic Aston and the open road beckons.