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Used 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage Consumer Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars
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4.88 out of 5 stars

Excellent - Best Sports Car I Have Owned

GK, 09/29/2007
2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 2dr Coupe (4.3L 8cyl 6M)
27 of 27 people found this review helpful

I have had a Porsche and numerous BMWs. For me, this is the treasured prize. The quality of the interior and refinement of the exterior combined with the reliability I have experienced to date make this the finest auto I have ever owned. One article described it best - it is 95% of the performance and 200% of the "WOW" factor of the Porsche Carrera. The cornering and straight acceleration are a notch inferior to the Porsche, but the pride of ownership and fit and finish ar far superior than anything else. Try it... you'll like it.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Expensive, but worth it fun and class!

K1, 03/25/2009
2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 2dr Coupe (4.3L 8cyl 6M)
22 of 22 people found this review helpful

The AMV8 may not be the class leader in terms of straight-line performance, but it the leader of its class in terms of overall performance, sheer driving enjoyment and élan. The car is a perfect combination of beautifully styled aluminum, state-of-the-art technology and enough HP to raise your blood pressure more than enough for everyday driving. It is a joy to drive as it is a highly responsive and compliant sports car. You will pay a premium to get into an Aston. But, hey, once you go past a four-banger econo-box it’s all a matter of personal preference, isn’t it? The bottom line is that this is an adult sports car that you’ll enjoy driving day after day.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Like A Melody

DJ, 03/30/2008
2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage Roadster 2dr Convertible (4.3L 8cyl 6M)
23 of 24 people found this review helpful

A car this beautiful and this beautifully made doesn't have to be the fastest in its class. It is very quick, handles extremely well, and is a treat just to sit in. There is nothing quite like it in that regard. It is a thrill just to see it in the garage. And it is a blast to drive.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

A Perfect Sports Car!

tdtollie, 06/01/2006
2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 2dr Coupe (4.3L 8cyl 6M)
13 of 13 people found this review helpful

I waited 686 days from the date I placed my deposit until delivery of my Vantage. Was it worth the wait? You bet! I've been driving Corvettes for over 20 years and I love them...but the Vantage is so much more. Yes, the Vantage is expensive, but the style and performance are perfect. The handling on winding mountain roads is incredible. The engine sings and begs you to open the windows and turn off the great sound system. I've been driving manual transmissions my entire life and nothing comes close to this 6-speed gearbox. If you really love to drive cars and can afford the $$$, I recommend you take the plunge and go for it. I love it! I love it! I LOVE IT!!!

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4.75 out of 5 stars

I Love my Vantage

Dave_Car_Guy, 06/18/2007
2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 2dr Coupe (4.3L 8cyl 6M)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful

I took delivery of my Vantage in December 2006 and have put 7000 miles on the car so far (as of June 2007). I absolutely love the ride, the quality, and the beauty of the car. I have owned Porsches, BMWs, and a Ferrari, so my expectations for the Aston were high. I can say that the car has met and exceeded those expectations. The biggest surprise has been the handling, which is better than I hoped. Although not as tight as the Carrera, it is extremely easy to drive the car on winding roads with lots of confidence. I have not driven the car on the track as I did the Porsche, so I can't compare hard-driving experience, but that isn't what I bought the Aston for.

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