Going to London tomorrow to view this. Temptation...

 

Mmmm nice ride! Having said that - the guy I bought my XKR from now has a DB9 and he says not so much room in the fron of DB9 which is due to the V12 invading the cabin I guess. Also the ride is much harder and he would take the Jag on a long trip any day. Take the Aston and risk losing your fillings His words! Good luck with the viewing.

 

If I have half the chance of owning a Aston Martin, I would do it. I don't care if it is cramped, or if I lose my fillings, I would still do it.

Unfortunately, Foreign Cars Italia in Greensboro (Ferrari, Porsche, Maserati, and Aston Martin delaership) is nearly next to the Jaguar Dealership in Greensboro, and I have to drive past it every time I go there.

Maybe one day I will give in...

 

I purchased my long-gone 1986 Alfa Romeo Quadrifoglio Spyder new from Foreign Cars Italia in Greensboro back in August 1986. They were good folks to deal with way back then. Kept that car for 6 years and 15,000 miles. Sold it because we simply didn't drive it enough to justify keeping it in the stable. It was a real looker in Alfa Red....

 

You're not alone. I've been looking at V8 Vantage Coupes with Manual Trans. I see that the one you're looking at is the 4.3 Liter, 05 or 06.

Actually, the Performance of the 4.3, or even the 4.7, (even with 6 Speed Manual Trans) is about the same as the your XKR.

 

Hey John, I also had a 1986v Qaudrifoglio- red. I miss that car, and someday I imagine I will get another Alfa. As soon as I can get the itch for an XKR out of my head...

 

Beautiful car and who wouldn't want an Aston? And the manual shift would be nice. Keep your Jag though, we would miss you here on the forum.

But if you can't keep both, remember you promised to ship me the XKR when you got tired of it (or at least that's what I remember). Love that car and the color combination.

 

Incorrect post. Removed!

 

I'm not green much if you like it and you can afford it I would say do it.
One of my work colleagues has a lovely vantage and in similar colours, it just seems that little bit extra special, and sounds amazing.

I hope it goes well for you.

 

Astons are almost impossibly seductive. Very hard to resist.

And DB9 prices have really come down.

Aston Martin : DB9 Base Coupe 2-Door in Aston Martin

However Astons are another clear step beyond Jaguars in terms of parts and service
availability and expense. Doubtless you know this!

Also, if you're in France the steering wheel on that one is on the wrong side

Or will you export it to India?

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The Aston looks mighty fine!

 

That is a beautiful car from the outside, no doubt.

As for the interior, well, here is the interior of a Camaro.

If your heart is longing for an Aston, then, by all means, buy one. We only live once. (or, perhaps twice, if you are James Bond and drive an Aston)

 

That is a beautiful car from the outside, no doubt.

As for the interior, well, here is the interior of a Camaro.

If your heart is longing for an Aston, then, by all means, buy one. We only live once. (or, perhaps twice, if you are James Bond and drive an Aston)

 

Yes, it's a 4.3, only slightly newer than my XKR. I know it's going to be a lot more expensive to run/insure, etc. but IMHO it's the best looking car ever made and I would be happy just to stare at it from inside the house. The AM dealer who is selling it is being a bit greedy on the price, however, and if I can't get him down a bit, I will be leaving it.

I will let you know

 

Used to have a gorgeous 6.0 XJ-S. As with all of them, the trans tunnel was like a barbecue for my right leg. Curious if the V-12 Astons also get that hot.

 

Outside GORGEOUS!!!...inside, stale, dull, monotone, it makes me sleepy...and other boring words. where's the wood? I mean, you drive it from inside the car, don't you? Get a 1/18 scale model, enjoy the car's exterior that way. I bet the seats aren't very comfortable either.

 

Lol, sorry my mind is made up. It's a blast to drive, much sportier than the XKR and it has the best exhaust sound I have ever heard. I didn't buy the car I drove, but I've put the Jag up for sale and as soon as I can get a good price for it, a V8 Vantage will be mine

 

It was always in your blood - I could tell from your initial thread posts on this topic several months back. So stoke up your parts & service bank account funds and go for it....

Keep us posted....

 

They're absolutely gorgeous, but I wouldn't want one. After I'm done with my XKR, it'll smoke an Aston anyway. lol

 

If it is sportier than your XKR and has the Aston looks (aka gorgeous), then it is indeed a no-brainer. Let us know progress and don't forget your roots here on the Jag forum.

Be interesting to see about your upkeep and maintenance costs. If they are not excessive by Jag standards, then an Aston would start to sound pretty sweet.

Too bad I'm not in Europe. Would quickly make you an offer on the XKR!