To Be OFFERED AT AUCTION
Estimate:
$75,000 - $90,000
- One of only 326 examples inported to the US
- Finished in Syke Silver over Dark Gray; showing fewer than
19,250 miles
- Optioned with navigation system, heated seats, and heated
windshield
- Dark Grey Bridge of Weir leather interior with diamond stitched
headliner
- Includes the owner's manual, two sets of keys, Vanquish car
cover, and Aston Martin umbrella
- Modernizations include aftermarket Bluetooth Phone System and
radar detector
- Please note that this lot will need to be collected from Vero
Beach, FL
At the 2004 Paris Motor Show, "the fastest production model ever to
be built by Aston Martin" was unveiled-the Vanquish S. In order to
reach the magical 200 mph mark, the 6.0-liter V-12 engine was
fitted with new cylinder heads featuring fully machined inlet ports
and combustion chambers to improve airflow, revised engine mapping,
and new fuel injectors. The result was an increase in power output
to 520 bhp and 425 ft. lb. of torque.
In addition to the engine upgrades, the optional Sports Dynamics
package offered on the Vanquish was fitted as standard on the
Vanquish S. These upgrades included stiffer springs and dampers and
shorter steering arms. The revised steering geometry provided a
20-percent quicker response, allowing the driver to apply more
precise input and receive more accurate feedback from the chassis.
The brakes on the Vanquish S were upgraded to account for the
higher performance-larger six-piston calipers were fitted, and the
rear discs were wider to improve heat dissipation. A new
brake-pedal assembly enhanced pedal feel.
The changes made to the Vanquish S were not just mechanical-a
redesigned boot lid improved balance and stability and achieved a
lower coefficient of drag. The revised deeper-profile front grille
was given six horizontal slats instead of the previous nine, and an
added splitter improved high-speed stability. At the rear, the
larger windscreen improved visibility.
Aston Martin continued tradition with Bridge of Weir leather in
this example, with the premium Scottish cowhide dyed a shade of
Dark Gray. The center console, previously painted as standard, was
now covered in leather. In the tradition of Aston Martin grand
tourers, this example was ordered in a 2+2 configuration and
optioned with heated front seats, automatic climate control, and a
navigation package. Included is a clean Carfax report, owner's
manual, two sets of keys, Vanquish car cover, and Aston Martin
umbrella. With an odometer showing fewer than 19,250 miles, this
example has been used sparingly over the past 15 years.
With a tasteful color combination of Syke Silver exterior over Dark
Gray interior, the Vanquish S is a thoroughbred grand tourer and
the last of the truly hand-built Aston Martins. The pinnacle of the
Aston Martin model line in-period, its Ian Callum design still
striking today as when it debuted, this Vanquish S has all of the
ingredients of a modern British classic.To view this car and others
currently consigned to this auction, please visit the RM website at
rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/0120.