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DBS vs. Vanquish

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  1. Adamas

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    #1 Adamas, Oct 30, 2019
    I've been thinking about either an '11/'12 DBS or a '15/'16 Vanquish, but there is little to no difference price-wise between them- can anyone explain why ? I have watched some videos and done some cursory research vis a vis the differences in the cars themselves, but have yet to find anything explaining the [relative] parity in pricing.

    Any input appreciated.

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  2. JohnnyRay

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    #2 JohnnyRay, Oct 31, 2019
    The DBS is holding its value relative to other AM models...
     
  3. carguy246

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    #3 carguy246, Nov 4, 2019
    I personally would choose s DBS with a stick shift. Great car and very likely to hold its value and possibly appreciate at some point.
     
  4. Adamas

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    #4 Adamas, Nov 6, 2019
    Open to that idea, but haven't been able to find an '11 or '12 with a stick.

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  5. gtjoey

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    #5 gtjoey, Nov 7, 2019
    Adamas…...My thoughts.
    The DBS is wonderful "BUT" on an older platform.....
    The "MODERN " Vanquish is more updated.
    As you may know I've had MANY of them and even DRIVEN my 2004 Vanquish from New York to ALaska and back ! in 10 days!
    Book is for sale on AMAZON.....
    I personally would go biting my lip for the Vanquish , its a good running and updated transmission.
    The DBS will have a niche but IMHO is starting to look a bit dated and kit car ish….IMHO.
    Good luck both are GREAT drivers...…...mechanically the newer Vank will be less headache.
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    #6 plastique999, Nov 30, 2019
    I traded my 2011 DBS for a 2014 Vanquish today for the above reasons.
    I used to have a manual DBS in Casino Royale. My current DBS is autotrans and it was feeling a bit dated.
    I test drove the Vanquish and everything felt a bit more advanced:
    Sleeker design (nice rear One-77 like tail lights), more polished interior with updated tech (still a bit antiquated), >50+ HP which was quite noticeable.... very happy thus far.
    I traded my DBS + about $25k for the Vanquish.

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  7. Adamas

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    #7 Adamas, Nov 30, 2019
    Beautiful- congratulations.

    I'm still struggling to get my head around how close the DBS is to the Vanquish in pricing. I know the 14s are softer, as they have the older 7 speed transmission, but they're still a lot closer than I thought they'd be. I actually prefer the interior of the DBS to that of the Vanquish- I think the DBS' interior looks more bespoke and expensive.

    Either way, they are both beautiful cars that sound amazing- now to decide which to get ....

    Mike
     
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  8. Rbwiii

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    #8 Rbwiii, Nov 30, 2019
    14 has the 6 speed and the 15 and newer have the 8 speed. I thought I wanted a 15 for that reason, but got a 14 because it had all the options i wanted. Silver Fox, 177 steering wheel, chain mail stitching, exposed carbon roof and umbrella. I didn't really consider DBS because i think Vanquish is such a beautiful car inside and out.
     
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    #9 plastique999, Nov 30, 2019
    Mike, I totally get it... you can’t go wrong with the DBS, and I understand how you appreciate the classic design with the knobs and fascia and such.
    For me it came to wanting a slightly more updated design and power.
    If you appreciate the DBS design both inside and out, it is a fantastic car!

    Here is a thread I posted with some more details between the two:
    https://www.6speedonline.com/forums/aston-martin/435977-traded-2011-dbs-2014-vanquish.html#post4813794

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  10. Adamas

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    #10 Adamas, Nov 30, 2019
    Thank you
     
  11. gtjoey

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    #11 gtjoey, Nov 30, 2019
    Now drive it till the wheels fall off!
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    #12 absent, Dec 2, 2019
    Congrats!
    Vanquish 2 gen. is an unbelievable value for the money.
     
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