Aston Martin DB9 — RossDrives

Verdict

A

BHP

510 bhp

0–60

4.5 s

Top speed

183 mph

MPG

17 mpg

Used

$45,000-$120,000

Strengths

V12 character unmatched in segment
Ageing well visually
Genuinely hand-built

Weaknesses

Servicing matches the Italians
Manual versions extremely rare
Late-life infotainment dated

Notable tech

VH bonded-aluminium platform
Hand-built engines (one technician per V12)
6-speed Touchtronic auto standard, manual rare
2013 'GT' update bumped power to 510

Common issues

Bank-to-bank coil pack failures
Sun visor sag (warranty rolling)
Roof seal leaks on Volantes

Used-market budget

$72,000

Typical price point for a well-maintained example with full service history. Cars priced significantly below this often require remedial work.