Aston Martin DBS Superleggera

Last twin-turbo V12 Aston of its kind. Ultimate is the collector buy.

Verdict
A
BHP
715 bhp
0–60
3.4 s
Top speed
211 mph
MPG
17 mpg
Used
$200,000-$320,000

Strengths

  • V12 thrust is extraordinary
  • Carbon-ceramic stopping power
  • Aston theatre at full strength

Weaknesses

  • No manual ever offered
  • Ultimate edition pushed past 720S pricing
  • Some early infotainment quirks

Notable tech

  • Carbon-fibre bonnet, roof, front bumper
  • Carbon-ceramic brakes standard
  • 8-speed ZF automatic only
  • Volante added 2019
  • 770 Ultimate special-edition (300 examples)

Common issues

  • Carbon-ceramic disc replacement cost
  • V12 service intervals expensive
  • Mercedes-derived infotainment software bugs

Used-market budget

$240,000

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