Aston Martin V8 Vantage (2019+)

Introduced for the 2019 model year, the new-generation Vantage marked a major shift for Aston Martin. It replaced the long-running VH-platform car and adopted a bonded aluminum chassis shared with the DB11. The biggest change was under the hood, where Aston Martin fitted a 4.0L twin-turbo V8 sourced from Mercedes-AMG, delivering 503 hp and 505 lb-ft of torque. This powertrain, combined with a rear-mounted ZF 8-speed automatic transaxle, gives the Vantage formidable performance.

Collectors and enthusiasts are drawn to the Vantage for its dramatic styling and potent, reliable powertrain. The AMG engine offers a completely different character than the previous naturally aspirated V8, with immense low-end torque and a soundtrack that's more muscle than symphony. For purists, Aston Martin offered a 7-speed dog-leg manual transmission, first in the limited AMR model and later as a regular option, creating a rare and desirable combination.

The market for the Vantage has seen significant depreciation from its original MSRP of over $150,000. Average prices hover around $109,000, but early, higher-mileage examples have sold for as low as $51,250, making them an incredible performance bargain. Newer models, manual-equipped cars, and special versions like the F1 Edition command the highest prices, sometimes reaching $200,000.

Prices range from around $51,250 for early models to $200,000 for top-spec variants and special editions.