2000 Aston Martin DB7 Vantage

The DB7 Vantage was first introduced at the Geneva motor show in 1999 with a 6 litre V12, 48 valve engine giving 420bhp and 400 lbs/ft. of torque. The car was offered by the factory either, as a manual (with Tremec T56 6 speed) or Auto (ZF 5 Speed) transmission. The Vantage was the first really quick DB7, after the original lack lustre straight six offered from launch was dropped. Both suspension and brakes were uprated on the new model and the car was extremely well received by the motoring press who praised both the significantly increased performance and the improvements in handling.

Offered here, is a DB7 Vantage V12 Automatic supplied new in the UK through Lancaster of Sevenoaks. This example is finished in Aston Racing Green with a magnolia and green hide interior. The factory specification included 18" alloy wheels, cruise control, multi-CD changer and heated seats. Maintained in the hands of Aston Martin enthusiasts, the car has been used sparingly since new and is presented in lovely condition. The mileage is reading 12,850 miles and the vendor confirms this to be genuine. The bodywork is straight and true and the shut lines are clean and crisp. The paintwork is in very good order and has clearly never seen adverse weather conditions and retains a consistent shine. The interior is virtually unmarked and the smell of leather trim and quality materials make for a calm and comfortable cabin.

The service records show the car was serviced 6 times by the supplying Aston Martin Dealer up to 2004 and has been dry-stored over the last 10 years, covering only very minimal mileage between recent MoT inspections. The car is supplied with its original service / driver's manuals, a fresh MoT certificate and will be serviced prior to the auction by main dealers Grange Brentwood Aston Martin.

The DB7 Vantage was considered by many observers to be the finest evolution of the DB7 series, combining 12 cylinders with superb grand touring capabilities. We firmly believe that they offer an affordable alternative to the earlier cars, without losing any exclusivity, and represent a worthwhile long-term proposition.