1st Oct, 2023 12:00
The Bolesworth Castle October 2023 Classic & Performance Car Auction
2005 Aston Martin Vanquish
Meticulously maintained from new
Registration - GVV 619
Chassis No - SCFAC13364B501476
M.O.T. - 05/2024
Odometer - 93,600
A production run of just 1,503 cars means Aston Martin’s mighty Vanquish is a pretty rare site at auction. The handsome example offered here subtly combines silver bodywork with a sumptuous cream hide interior. It was first registered on January 1, 2005 and was originally employed as an Aston Martin demonstrator, so is notably well equipped – the specification includes heated front screen, SAT/NAV, telephone and handset, while its heated and fully electric front wing-back seats and front splitter are from the later Vanquish S. The vendor calculates that the service spend has topped £100,000 to date, and notes that the former keeper also invested £30,000 with a renowned restoration company to bring the Aston up to scratch, all of which is documented in the history file, including the replacement of the subframes. The latest service was carried out within the last month at a cost of £1,900. The vendor now classes the V12 engine and transmission as ‘excellent’, the bodywork and paintwork as ‘good’, and the upholstery as ‘average’ – he volunteers that the driver’s seat and mat are a bit worn and there is a slight scratch on the steering wheel. He is now selling ‘GVV 619’ (the registration is included in the lot) complete with lots of history, service book with 12 stamps, two keys and a current MOT valid to May 30 next year.
When launched in 2001 the V12 Vanquish was the most advanced Aston Martin of its time, and a major progression from the previous V8-powered models. Its bodyshell was formed from extruded aluminium sections both bonded and riveted around a carbonfibre transmission tunnel. The exterior panels were created from ‘super-formed’ aluminium that were then tailored and bonded to the shell by hand for optimum fit. The interior was a sea of sumptuous leather. Its 6-litre engine was developed from that in the DB7 Vantage to produce 460bhp, courtesy of revised inlet manifolds, camshafts, valve gear, crankshaft and exhaust system. The advanced transmission was operated by steering column-mounted F1-style paddles and the newcomer could sprint to 60mph in 4.7 seconds and attain 190mph flat out. Production of the much-vaunted Vanquish ran from 2001 to 2004, during which time 1,503 examples were manufactured.
In summary:
- Over £100,000 spent on service to date and £30,000 on restoration
- A four-owner and 93,600-mile example
- A notably well-equipped specimen including some Vanquish S parts
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Estimated at £35,000 - £40,000Registration - GVV 619
Chassis No - SCFAC13364B501476
M.O.T. - 05/2024
Odometer - 93,600
A production run of just 1,503 cars means Aston Martin’s mighty Vanquish is a pretty rare site at auction. The handsome example offered here subtly combines silver bodywork with a sumptuous cream hide interior. It was first registered on January 1, 2005 and was originally employed as an Aston Martin demonstrator, so is notably well equipped – the specification includes heated front screen, SAT/NAV, telephone and handset, while its heated and fully electric front wing-back seats and front splitter are from the later Vanquish S. The vendor calculates that the service spend has topped £100,000 to date, and notes that the former keeper also invested £30,000 with a renowned restoration company to bring the Aston up to scratch, all of which is documented in the history file, including the replacement of the subframes. The latest service was carried out within the last month at a cost of £1,900. The vendor now classes the V12 engine and transmission as ‘excellent’, the bodywork and paintwork as ‘good’, and the upholstery as ‘average’ – he volunteers that the driver’s seat and mat are a bit worn and there is a slight scratch on the steering wheel. He is now selling ‘GVV 619’ (the registration is included in the lot) complete with lots of history, service book with 12 stamps, two keys and a current MOT valid to May 30 next year.
When launched in 2001 the V12 Vanquish was the most advanced Aston Martin of its time, and a major progression from the previous V8-powered models. Its bodyshell was formed from extruded aluminium sections both bonded and riveted around a carbonfibre transmission tunnel. The exterior panels were created from ‘super-formed’ aluminium that were then tailored and bonded to the shell by hand for optimum fit. The interior was a sea of sumptuous leather. Its 6-litre engine was developed from that in the DB7 Vantage to produce 460bhp, courtesy of revised inlet manifolds, camshafts, valve gear, crankshaft and exhaust system. The advanced transmission was operated by steering column-mounted F1-style paddles and the newcomer could sprint to 60mph in 4.7 seconds and attain 190mph flat out. Production of the much-vaunted Vanquish ran from 2001 to 2004, during which time 1,503 examples were manufactured.
In summary:
- Over £100,000 spent on service to date and £30,000 on restoration
- A four-owner and 93,600-mile example
- A notably well-equipped specimen including some Vanquish S parts
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Auction: The Bolesworth Castle October 2023 Classic & Performance Car Auction, 1st Oct, 2023
Our October auction of classic, modern classic and prestige cars and motorbikes.
Viewing Days:
Saturday 30th September, 1pm - 7pm
Sunday 1st October, 9am - 12 noon
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