2003 Aston Martin DB7 Vantage Volante review from UK and Ireland
"Nightmare"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Broke down 1st week; electrical problems.
Roof out of alignment.
Fuel twice contaminated by water, which holds in fuel filler cap.
New starter motor 1st year.
Loads of sensors replaced.
New radiator.
Four header tanks.
Accelerated on its own loads of times.
Cuts out whilst on the move.
Massive dealer problems and with Aston themselves.
Endless breakdowns - not enough room to list here.
General comments?
Not a good investment - to me it's been an absolute nightmare!!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 2003 |
| Year of manufacture | 2003 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 6.0 Semi-Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 0 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 3 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 10 miles |
| Most recent distance | 28000 miles |
| Previous car | Jaguar XJ8 |
| Date of Entry | 31st January, 2008 |