What I really think of my new Aston Martin Vanquish

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Ross On Cars

Ross On Cars

Күн бұрын

About three months ago, with an incredible piece of man maths, I bought this 2016 Aston Martin Vanquish as an 'investment' - hoping it might appreciate in a similar way to the Porsche 911, 964 I bought 10 years ago. Time will tell, but in this video I'll give you my honest view of the Vanquish, what I like about it (lots of things), what I don't like (not much) and why you should drive both the pre and post 2014 year models before buying one, as they are noticeably different to drive due to some quite significant upgrades Aston Martin made in that year.

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@thiagets
@thiagets 2 жыл бұрын
I have a DB11 and I'm seriously considering getting a Vanquish as well. These "rough" V12s are primed for going up in value when our future becomes electrified.
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars 2 жыл бұрын
The Vanquish is such a looker and relatively rare - like the DBS so I think it will hold value and increase over time.
@sprezzatura8755
@sprezzatura8755 Жыл бұрын
There's nothing like the sound of a naturally aspirated v12! Absolutely beautiful car.
@Mhxqu3
@Mhxqu3 2 жыл бұрын
Man as a 21 year old, this car is definitely on my list as dream cars to drive and this review has made me even more excited for this. Something about the British excellence that comes with Aston Martin cars… one day I shall be in the driving seat…one day
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars 2 жыл бұрын
At 21 you have a long and exciting car owning journey ahead of you. I was driving a Citroen Dyane at that age - my first car. I loved that thing. In fact I'm going to review one soon. Not sure how many views it will get though 🤣
@jamessloan6730
@jamessloan6730 2 жыл бұрын
I also did the man-maths and came to the same conclusion. I have a 2015 Vanquish in Cobalt blue.. it’s a stunning machine.
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars 2 жыл бұрын
Nice, a sure fire investment and more fun than an ISA!
@aliffadzly9676
@aliffadzly9676 2 жыл бұрын
I love the way you narrate these videos. Keep up the good work.
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Alif 🙏
@alisonjackson7657
@alisonjackson7657 2 жыл бұрын
I have a 2002 V12 Vanquish. Most beautiful car I've ever seen. So clean. 12,600 miles. Garage kept. I love it!
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars 2 жыл бұрын
The first Vanquish is a very beautiful thing indeed, I concur 👍
@williamy.8390
@williamy.8390 2 жыл бұрын
This spec is just so gorgeous❤️
@Lukew28
@Lukew28 2 жыл бұрын
Great review! Very nice interior, I really wanted the square wheel on my 2015my Vanquish. I use mine as a daily driver and will be adding around 10k a year, I love every mile and it’s very comfortable on long runs. Will be taking it to France in January, really looking forwards to it.
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks. The perfect car for a jaunt to France, enjoy!
@daijones101
@daijones101 Жыл бұрын
Magnificent motoring while it lasts
@rhettcorcoran2879
@rhettcorcoran2879 2 жыл бұрын
Stunning car, man maths at it's best!
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Rhett, yes this is actually making me money just sitting in the garage I figure :)
@mikey380sx
@mikey380sx 2 жыл бұрын
Perhaps a Vanquish Vs DBS could be on the cards? Loved the video and your presentation. Subbed and excited for more content!
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mikey, DBS is a good call, I’m on the case!
@ZoltanF1LH
@ZoltanF1LH 2 жыл бұрын
This is the only car that could tempt me away from my Jaguar F-Type R! 😁👍 They are both beautiful, classy and timeless 😊👌
@kevindavies7423
@kevindavies7423 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Ross .....your lucky enough to afford and purchase such a car . ... my better half has always been in love with Astons ....love your video , keep them coming
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Kevin, got a DBX coming next 🙏
@Bearcat299
@Bearcat299 Жыл бұрын
This car is for me the pinnacle of elegance. This is really the one I want one day. Everything is so perfect, the sound, the lines of the car make it so graceful. The interior as well, no complicated interior just some nice leather here and there. Very nice car you have here, enjoy ! Thanks for the review, precise and concise, it really reinforce my desire to have one. I'm only 24 but I'll be patient and the price have gone down a bit recently, it gives me hope.
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars Ай бұрын
Thanks, the price has gone down quite a bit lately. You can actually buy my old car for £80K now.
@zepe70
@zepe70 2 жыл бұрын
Gorgeous car, extremely underrated for some reason.
@peterschiller2451
@peterschiller2451 2 жыл бұрын
That’s because most people don’t have the ability to feel cars, understand the language of cars, "connect" to the cars etc. This ability has nothing to do with intelligence, money etc. It is in your heart, in your emotional area. I was Ferrari, Lambo, Mercedes fan. But when I tried the Vanquish, 2015 Model like the one in the video but in silver color, it was love at first sight. Sound, feeling etc. was for me the best I have ever experienced before. As Italian, I never thought, that an English car would have so much emotions, give me that much joy, happiness and good feeling, like no other car did before.
@zepe70
@zepe70 2 жыл бұрын
@@peterschiller2451 Funny you say that, my feelings exactly. Driving this car back to back with a 911 or any other journo favorite de jour is eye opening. This car is an event and exciting in all the right ways.
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars 2 жыл бұрын
Yes underrated for sure - it just edges the DBS in the design stakes for me and with the post 2014 tweaks - superb to drive too.
@hiddebrus4595
@hiddebrus4595 2 жыл бұрын
This man deserves a whole lot more subscribers
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars 2 жыл бұрын
Bless you, hopefully the snowball effect will kick in over time 🙏
@sarastroaster2457
@sarastroaster2457 2 жыл бұрын
First of all congratulations for this review. I see you started recently to do this but I like your kind of "Harry's garage" approach being the owner of them. Keep going, I am sure you will progress and deserve over time more and more followers! Secondly, happy to share your passion for cars. On AM, I only had a Rapide so far but am considering to add one to my garage as a companion to a few more exotics, and I am considering either a Vanquish or a 2008-2012 DBS. I also like DB11 but I think it would be very bad on the maths... whereas the Vanquish and DBS shold hold value (as the DBS, in manual they already cost quite a lot more than auto ones). What is your view over them ? And also I would like a more relaxed driver than e.g. my Granturismo or Ferrari California (N/A). They are great but I'd like to go for something really more GT-ish. Thank you very much and congratulations again, looking forward to your next review (why not on the 2008-2012 DBS)?
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars 2 жыл бұрын
Hey Sarastro, thanks for the encouragement and positive feedback - Harry's garage is a favourite of mine too. A DBS review is definitely on the cards. I hear the manual is the one to have but I haven't driven either yet. Depreciation on the DB11 is a consideration for sure. The Vanquish is a relaxing drive - you can pootle about in it and it doesn't mind.
@robertcomella8486
@robertcomella8486 5 ай бұрын
Love the panerai watch....seems like we have the same taste, i also have a vanquish and a panerai
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars 5 ай бұрын
What excellent taste you have sir 👊
@asukasoryu6333
@asukasoryu6333 2 жыл бұрын
Really beautiful
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much 😊
@Martin-wb6nv
@Martin-wb6nv 2 жыл бұрын
Very good video. I always love to see an owner’s perspective on the car since it’s just different. What production year is your vanquish(maybe you mentioned it in the video but I didn’t notice it)? I’m actually having a hard time deciding between this and the S63 AMG Coupe! S63 is definitely more comfortable(as it’s a s-class but a tad sportier), whereas this looks much better(with the V12!) and Astons always have that majestic element to them since they’re quite rare! Can you daily drive it though or is it a little too harsh? It’s probably not 488 Pista harsh 😁
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Martin. It’s a 2016. I have a soft spot for the S63 too. Depreciation wise it’s no contest in the Aston’s favour. It’s very much a GT in ride characteristics so you could daily drive it for sure.
@Martin-wb6nv
@Martin-wb6nv 2 жыл бұрын
@@RossOnCars Nice Ross. Thanks for the insight. Have a good one 👋
@chriswest303
@chriswest303 2 жыл бұрын
Really enjoyed the video. I had no idea that the rear lights were designed to give the cars rear end an echo of the Aston Martin wings but could see it aa soon as you pointed it out. I have a 2015 DB9 volante which I love but my dream car would be a Vanquish S volante. Love light interiors too
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Chris, as an AM fan, you might be interested in the DBS Superleggera I’m filming next week.
@leeattwood5443
@leeattwood5443 2 жыл бұрын
I have a early DB9 , a love hate relationship lol.looking at a Vanquish at the moment. Good video .thanks
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Lee, good luck with your hunt for a Vanquish.
@christianfloehr
@christianfloehr 2 жыл бұрын
Lovely spec! Not that dark black as always… Great video! Thanks for sharing!
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Christian, I do like an ivory interior - especially on black or dark blue vehicles.
@christianfloehr
@christianfloehr 2 жыл бұрын
@@RossOnCars I was thinking about buying a Vanquish. Maybe the convertible. Must be so nice to hear the v12 roaring in a tunnel. The design is an absolute classic. And without any Mercedes Benz ..ish interior. Just pure british luxury. And of course James Bond always is driving with you… 😎👌🏻
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars 2 жыл бұрын
@@christianfloehr It makes a very pleasing noise in a tunnel I assure you, especially with the sport button on and the interior feels very English bespoke as you say.
@paubenjamin7859
@paubenjamin7859 2 жыл бұрын
Nice, Panerai Watch!
@alengreen589
@alengreen589 2 жыл бұрын
I like this old Car very much, thanks.
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Alen, You might also like the new DBS Superleggera review - up next.
@alengreen589
@alengreen589 2 жыл бұрын
@@RossOnCars yes, thank you.
@jakebonorio8325
@jakebonorio8325 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for great video, very informative, I've been told by an owner of an 2016 vanquish that the noise level is louder than the S model. Can you clarify whether this is true or not ?
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I haven’t driven the S version (yet) will report back when I do!
@ukcarver
@ukcarver 2 жыл бұрын
What a wonderful video. I’m afraid at turned 80 I’m bit to old as I might not get insurance. I was up in Pickering Yorkshire a few weeks ago and a line of 10 Astons drove passed what a wood site. Sorry I now drive Jaguar I-Pace.
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Talking electric, the next Vanquish will be a plug-in hybrid apparently. DB11 and Vantage replacements will be all electric. Interesting times.
@ukcarver
@ukcarver 2 жыл бұрын
Wonderful
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars 2 жыл бұрын
🙏
@gnoter2
@gnoter2 2 жыл бұрын
Nice ex/interior spec! Time for a go fund me project!? I want one. 😯😯
@Gavin-oq5tt
@Gavin-oq5tt 2 жыл бұрын
Very nice. Took me back to when I had my V12 Vantage. 16 mpg was the best I could manage! I loved the car, but in the end (after 5 years) I sold it. It did not have the later adjustable suspension which would have made it more useable. Did you consider the DBS?
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Gavin, yes I've long been an admirer of the DBS - I've never driven one though. I understand the manual is the one to have - with prices reflecting that!
@opnielsen
@opnielsen 2 жыл бұрын
Great video! I also own a 2016 Vanquish and love the car except for the wind noise at high speed, do you also have wind noise at 130+ km/h?
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks 🙏 I haven’t noticed the wind noise but I rarely get up to that speed unfortunately. Reminds me I must take it to Germany 😁
@lukazupie7220
@lukazupie7220 11 ай бұрын
Really? He said km/h, not mph, if you missed maybe..
@iStanDBS
@iStanDBS 2 жыл бұрын
Dear Ross, how do the seats feel on long distance drives - 5h+? is there any back pain appearing?
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Stanislav, it’s a very comfortable car - no issues with seat belts or back pain at all. Longest I’ve driven it for is about 3 hours though. I’d happily take it further - proper grand tourer.
@housekarl5786
@housekarl5786 2 жыл бұрын
nice luminor :)
@rk24133927
@rk24133927 10 ай бұрын
Traded in a the last of the natural non turbo 2016 911 targa 4S for 2015 Vanquish Volante in Diavolo red new color for 2015 with the new 8 speed auto. Amazing looking car & more comfortable to drive glad I did it!
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars Ай бұрын
How are you getting on with the Vanquish? I miss mine.
@rk24133927
@rk24133927 Ай бұрын
@@RossOnCars Still have it. Had 2 expensive repairs. Engine warning light came on needed coils while it was stripped down added plugs $7500, have a warranty they covered $2500. Came on again needed catalytic converters has 4 of them $12500 & had to get the parts from UK took almost 2 months to get them. From what I read those are 2 things that go wrong so hopefully I am done with expensive repairs. Just had it hand cleaned on Saturday & I polish the leather a couple of times a week looks amazing. Its definitely a head turning car & is more comfortable than a Porsche 911. Power is amazing & in sport mode the exhaust sound is amazing! An AM dealer has a 2023 5.2 l turbo 730 HP for $335000, with tax cost $250,000 to change. Its a weekend fun car does exactly what I bought for, don't think I will buy the new one. What you buy instead?
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars Ай бұрын
@@rk24133927 Thanks for the update, glad you still have it. I bought a Tesla S because I needed a more practical daily for kids, dogs etc and I have my 964 for the weekend. Wondering what to replace the Tesla with at Christmas now. All roads lead to RS6 I think.
@rk24133927
@rk24133927 Ай бұрын
@@RossOnCars I have a AWD SUV as my daily driver, the AM is my weekend fun car especially when its sunny but not hot. Not far from where I live is a long slip road onto a freeway. I can get it up to 130MPH then brake down to 75MP to join the freeway. Have a good radar detector so I know if a traffic cop is around.
@deacondavis5098
@deacondavis5098 2 жыл бұрын
I WANT ONE
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars 2 жыл бұрын
Put those man maths to work! 🤣
@christianfloehr
@christianfloehr 2 жыл бұрын
Hello again: what do you think about the manual Shift Paddels? Do they feel fast enough when you use them? Or do you just drive in automatic?
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars 2 жыл бұрын
I confess I haven't used them yet - the auto is well judged so I never feel the need to. I should test though. The DBS would no doubt become a fire spitting demon on the paddles 😋
@christianfloehr
@christianfloehr 2 жыл бұрын
@@RossOnCars 🤘🏻🔥👹😅
@sidelnie
@sidelnie 7 ай бұрын
I only drive my 8spd Rapide in manual mode. It’s the best way to maximize aural pleasure otherwise it upshifts too quickly even in Sport mode. I image it’s the same in the Vanquish since it’s the same power train
@mikeconnors3880
@mikeconnors3880 2 жыл бұрын
I did my man maths and bought a 2013 Vanquish last year from main dealer with 5,500 miles but keep wondering whether I should have spent the extra 10 grand for a post 2014 instead even though I never drove one. It's not like I take the car to the race track or anything like that. Just purely for pleasure driving over the weekends.
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Mike, I’d recommend trying a post 2014 for comparison - whether the extra performance is worth £10K is down to personal preference really - they’re both mighty cars.
@keithdriscoll1661
@keithdriscoll1661 2 жыл бұрын
Great review. How tall are you?
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Keith, I'm 6ft 5
@keithdriscoll1661
@keithdriscoll1661 2 жыл бұрын
@@RossOnCarsThank you. This is good to know. I'd love to own one but I didnt know if I was too tall for one. I'm 6'4". Now I feel optimistic that I can fit in one.
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars 2 жыл бұрын
@@keithdriscoll1661 You'll be fine, it doesn't feel cramped at all.
@diplomacy2000
@diplomacy2000 Жыл бұрын
Would take a late model Vanquish in exchange for a one of the last 2021 Morgan 3 Wheelers in a very rare/attractive custom spec? The Vanquish is probably worth a bit more today, but three wheeler continues to appreciate rapidly while the Vanquish could possibly depreciate into oblivion. The dealer is obviously aware of this.
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars Ай бұрын
Yeah I sold my Vanquish just before the bottom fell out - good financial move, but wish I could have kept hold of it a bit longer.
@user-jp8gy3fs5x
@user-jp8gy3fs5x 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Ross, just wonder how much is the maintainable cost on this car? And is this reliable? Thanks
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars 2 жыл бұрын
Certainly reliable - no issues on that front. Maintenance cost - I'm probably too early in my ownership to give you accurate figures on that. AM has been very good in replacing the odd rusty bolt I noticed so far.
@BradRae188
@BradRae188 Жыл бұрын
Simply superb review!! 👍🙌👏👌
@Unkn0wnz_anon
@Unkn0wnz_anon Жыл бұрын
In a perfect world, Aston Martin would release the Vision: DBS front, Vanquish sides and Vantage (>2020) back with the interior a combination of the 3, the modern looks of the DBS, the physical buttons of the Vantage, also their new steering wheel and the analogue reverse dials, B&O sound system and crystal key/start buttons from the Vanquish. Also, the N/A V12 of the Vanquish, not the AMG turboed one should be the engine choice
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars Ай бұрын
A sort of Aston Martin's greatest hits car - I like it!
@kmac5849
@kmac5849 2 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately funds insufficient, but that aside I would have this over the new model no question.It seems to evoke a feeling of muscle and robustness that the replacement lacks.
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars 2 жыл бұрын
I have to agree. Only thing that could tempt me would be a Vanquish S at the moment.
@adampetten5349
@adampetten5349 2 жыл бұрын
I seen Top Gear said the most recent DB11 drives like a truck compared to the Roma. That's absurdly picky. Many people still find an M1 or European Delorean to be good Grand Tourers.
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars 2 жыл бұрын
I’m driving the Roma soon so I’ll find out I guess - I test drove a DB11 V12 - definitively not a truck 🤣
@adampetten5349
@adampetten5349 2 жыл бұрын
@@RossOnCars Top Gear isn't very pro Aston despite what people think.
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars 2 жыл бұрын
@@adampetten5349 I remember a certain Mr Clarkson saying back in 2012 the the DBS 'is as close to perfect as a car can be' and Harry Metcalfe is a fan of the DB11 - so that's good enough for me.
@asukasoryu6333
@asukasoryu6333 2 жыл бұрын
@@RossOnCars yes Mr Clarkson also love the DB11
@Gitohandro
@Gitohandro 2 жыл бұрын
What about android auto?
@richard-markdodds305
@richard-markdodds305 11 ай бұрын
your head is on the ceiling, doesn't the seat go lower thx?
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars Ай бұрын
My head is on the ceiling of most at 6ft 5" so I'm used to it.
@videofrat3115
@videofrat3115 Жыл бұрын
Do you feel you get attention when driving the vanquish, vs let's say driving a porsche, or a ferrari? Or people don't even notice it?
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars Ай бұрын
Oh yes, possibly too much attention in the school car park though!
@EhsanAfridi
@EhsanAfridi 2 жыл бұрын
Man u akin a lot to the current 'M' ,I hope you know what I mean
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars 2 жыл бұрын
I get that sometimes, I don't mind 😉
@EhsanAfridi
@EhsanAfridi 2 жыл бұрын
@@RossOnCars kindly can u request/ask AM to come to Pakistan, we r a country of 250 million ppl
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars 2 жыл бұрын
@@EhsanAfridi I'll mention it when I'm next at AM!
@nbjornberg8259
@nbjornberg8259 2 жыл бұрын
Nice video, not as stunning as an DBS V12 but hey its an Aston :)
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks and yes - there's a debate there for sure. Personally I think the Vanquish just edges the DBS in most angles apart from the rear! The DBS is an absolute stunner too though, no question.
@JTM610
@JTM610 Жыл бұрын
I knew M owned an Aston
@RossOnCars
@RossOnCars Жыл бұрын
It has been said!
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