2009 Aston Martin DBS, 20,000 mile update
#1
2009 Aston Martin DBS, 20,000 mile update
Hi guys,
Time for another update. I reported on my 2006 V8 Vantage experience in a previous post (https://www.6speedonline.com/forums/...le-update.html) and I thought I would let you all know how things are going with the DBS.
I've had the car for almost a year now and I use it as a daily driver (DD). It had around 12,000 miles on it when I picked it up.
Specifications
• 2009 Aston Martin DBS
• Casino Royale exterior, black interior
• Premium Sound System
• Manual transmission
• Nav system
• Integrated phone/bluetooth
• Clear bra (front area and lower sills)
• Medium window tint
• Annual service: Approximately $1,600 per visit
• Extended Warranty: Just paid about $6,500 (plus tax) for 2 years (starting next month)
Here are the highlights regarding maintenance and other items I've experienced:
Major
Minor
Annoying
Conclusion
I won't even mention the power since it's not something you get to use around town very much...but, wow!!! Also, the car is surprisingly comfortable for long trips and, since it's a DD for me, it is certainly comfortable around town. After owning cars from Mustangs to BMWs to Porsches, I can safely say that this is the best car I've ever owned.
Overall, on a scale of 1 to 10, I would have to rate this car a 10. Now, before you say "yeah, right", here's how I know:
Hope this helps.
Time for another update. I reported on my 2006 V8 Vantage experience in a previous post (https://www.6speedonline.com/forums/...le-update.html) and I thought I would let you all know how things are going with the DBS.
I've had the car for almost a year now and I use it as a daily driver (DD). It had around 12,000 miles on it when I picked it up.
Specifications
• 2009 Aston Martin DBS
• Casino Royale exterior, black interior
• Premium Sound System
• Manual transmission
• Nav system
• Integrated phone/bluetooth
• Clear bra (front area and lower sills)
• Medium window tint
• Annual service: Approximately $1,600 per visit
• Extended Warranty: Just paid about $6,500 (plus tax) for 2 years (starting next month)
Here are the highlights regarding maintenance and other items I've experienced:
Major
- None
Minor
- Left rear bumper loose: Bolt was loose (warranty - corrected)
- Driver window module: Only partially went up to seal, at times (warranty - corrected)
- Passenger door lock: Would not open from outside when unlocked from inside (warranty - corrected)
- Flat tire: Highway screw (AM roadside assistance tow to Orlando and back: free - 1 P Zero tire: $600)
Annoying
- Trunk rattle: Loose snaps (warranty - corrected)
- Dash rattle: Tire pressure module under glove box loose (warranty - corrected)
- Brake squeal: Performed pad burnish (warranty - better but still squealed at rolling stops)
- Brake squeal: Buffed pads to remove glaze and performed pad burnish (warranty - almost quiet now)
- Horizontal trunk chrome trim: Not completely flush on one end (warranty - corrected)
- Passenger window chrome trim: Not completely aligned (warranty - corrected)
- Craked right door mirror mounting cover: Barely noticeable (warranty - corrected)
- Driver side wind noise at speed: Replaced rear quarter glass (warranty - better but still some noise)
- Driver side wind noise at speed: Ordered wind-cheater part from UK (warranty - arrived...to be installed on my next visit)
- iPod integration: Plays both iPod and iPhone but cable only charges iPods
Conclusion
I won't even mention the power since it's not something you get to use around town very much...but, wow!!! Also, the car is surprisingly comfortable for long trips and, since it's a DD for me, it is certainly comfortable around town. After owning cars from Mustangs to BMWs to Porsches, I can safely say that this is the best car I've ever owned.
Overall, on a scale of 1 to 10, I would have to rate this car a 10. Now, before you say "yeah, right", here's how I know:
- I smile like an idiot when I walk by it in the garage
- I always turn around to look it after parking it
- I haven't see another one like it on the road (except near a dealership)
- The engine note is the sexiest thing I've ever heard (from a non-human)
- I can't wait to wash it on the weekend (even though it's rarely dirty)
- It handles like a dream (almost as good as my previous 911)
- It looks amazing! Confirmed by these faces as you drive by ->
- The c0ckpit looks and feels like a spaceship, to me
- I can't imagine ever getting rid of it except to get a newer model
Hope this helps.
Last edited by acabrera; 06-21-2011 at 08:40 AM. Reason: Formatting
#5
BTW what's a "wind cheater"?
#6
I believe it is part of the side-view mirror arm or the base that holds that (attached to the top of the door).
#7
Hi guys,
Time for another update. I thought I would let you all know how things are going with the DBS.
Time for another update. I thought I would let you all know how things are going with the DBS.
- I smile like an idiot when I walk by it in the garage
- I always turn around to look it after parking it
- I haven't see another one like it on the road (except near a dealership)
- The engine note is the sexiest thing I've ever heard (from a non-human)
- I can't wait to wash it on the weekend (even though it's rarely dirty)
- It handles like a dream (almost as good as my previous 911)
- It looks amazing! Confirmed by these faces as you drive by ->
- The c0ckpit looks and feels like a spaceship, to me
- I can't imagine ever getting rid of it except to get a newer model
Will be joining you soon, I hope...
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#8
Mine is also a daily driver. The best part of the week for me is the 125 mile commute home on Thursday evening; 2nd best is the 125 mile commute to work early Monday- PRICELESS.
#9
I remember getting my car serviced and it taking about a week because it needed a new amplifier. When I went to pick it up I remember staring at a beautiful freshly detailed gray Vantage in the lot and then realized it was my car. I never get tired of looking at these things.
#14
Thanks
#15