Introduced for the 2006 model year, the V8 Vantage represented a new era for Aston Martin. Designed by Henrik Fisker, it was a more accessible sports car that brought the brand to a wider audience, initially powered by a 4.3L V8 that grew to 4.7L in 2009. The addition of a V12 model in 2009 cemented the Vantage's reputation as a true performance machine.
Collectors are drawn to the first-generation (2006-2017) cars for their gorgeous proportions and naturally aspirated engines. Manual transmission models, particularly the rare V12 Vantage, are the most desirable, offering an analog driving experience that's increasingly hard to find. The second-generation car, launched in 2018 with a Mercedes-AMG twin-turbo 4.0L V8, offers modern supercar performance and technology.
With an average sale price of $65,819 across 590 transactions, the Vantage market is broad. Early, higher-mileage V8 models have become an affordable entry into Aston Martin ownership. Meanwhile, pristine, low-mileage special editions like the V12 Vantage S or recent models command prices well into six figures, showing strong demand for the platform's best examples.
Buying Tips
- Check for a worn clutch on both manual and Sportshift automated-manual gearboxes; it's a costly replacement.
- Inspect the 4.3L and 4.7L V8 engines for oil leaks, specifically from the timing cover gaskets.
- Look for paint bubbling on aluminum body panels, especially on the door bottoms, hood, and around wheel arches.
- Verify all electronics, including the navigation and instrument cluster, are functioning correctly, as early cars can have gremlins.
- A thorough pre-purchase inspection by an Aston Martin specialist is essential to identify potential issues with the engine, transaxle, and suspension.
Prices for the Aston Martin Vantage range from $19,000 for early models to $300,000 for special editions and late-model examples.
3,903 Aston Martin Vantage vehicles have been tracked across auctions and listings on Hypercars, with 1116 currently live.
Data sourced from Bring a Trailer, Cars & Bids, eBay Motors, PCarMarket, and Collecting Cars. Updated daily.
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