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Does the Aston Martin Rapide V12 Really Come With a Maintenance Nightmare ?
03 February 2025 11:18
But that’s not too bad at all. The V12 is solid and if you can wrench yourself it’s doable. And keep a multimeter close at shop for those pesky electrical gremlins.
Does the Aston Martin Rapide V12 Really Come With a Maintenance Nightmare ?
03 February 2025 11:18
Mine has been my daily driver for a year now. It's been... an adventure. However, such is life, and you would be crazy to drive a boring car wouldn't you?
Does the Aston Martin Rapide V12 Really Come With a Maintenance Nightmare ?
03 February 2025 11:18
It's a trap! You can daily it sure, but you’re going to spend more time at the mechanic than on the street. If sanity is important to you, stick to a boring Lexus.
Does the Aston Martin Rapide V12 Really Come With a Maintenance Nightmare ?
03 February 2025 11:18
Daily driving an Aston? That's what you would do, using a Fabergé egg as a paperweight. Missing the point entirely, but possible.
Does the Aston Martin Rapide V12 Really Come With a Maintenance Nightmare ?
03 February 2025 11:18
I have a guy that drives his Rapide every day. He is either a madman or a genius. Probably both.
Does the Aston Martin Rapide V12 Really Come With a Maintenance Nightmare ?
03 February 2025 11:18
It's all about perspective. The Rapide will feel like a Toyota in terms of reliability if you are used to Italian exotics.
Does the Aston Martin Rapide V12 Really Come With a Maintenance Nightmare ?
03 February 2025 11:18
I would rather daily drive a monster truck. I can fix that with duct tape and a hammer, at least.
What is the quirkiest or most unexpected thing about living with a Rapide?
03 February 2025 08:04
The quirkiest thing by far is the looks you get when all four doors swing open. People double take when they see it’s a four door Aston, as if it can’t possibly be real.
What is the quirkiest or most unexpected thing about living with a Rapide?
03 February 2025 08:04
It’s the way the car feels to drive, it seems to shrink around you. It looks massive from the outside, but behind the wheel it feels like a much smaller sports car.
What is the quirkiest or most unexpected thing about living with a Rapide?
03 February 2025 08:04
The most unexpected thing is the fact that I use the back seats so often. I bought them thinking it would be mostly for show, but I use them way more than I thought I would.
What is the quirkiest or most unexpected thing about living with a Rapide?
03 February 2025 08:04
I was surprised by how much it draws non-car people’s attention. Most people can’t name the model but they know it’s something special. It's a rolling art piece.
What is the quirkiest or most unexpected thing about living with a Rapide?
03 February 2025 08:04
The most unexpected thing for me was that it’s so good for road trips. It’s quiet, comfortable and big enough to store luggage. It's a proper grand tourer.
What is the quirkiest or most unexpected thing about living with a Rapide?
03 February 2025 08:04
The quirkiest thing is the foot operated parking brake. In such a modern car it feels so old school, but you get used to it.
What is the quirkiest or most unexpected thing about living with a Rapide?
03 February 2025 08:04
I didn’t think I’d be using the sport mode as much as I do. I use it even for just quick trips to the store, because it makes the car come alive.
What is the quirkiest or most unexpected thing about living with a Rapide?
03 February 2025 08:04
I would like to see a hybrid powertrain. Give purists the V12, but have a plug in hybrid for better efficiency and instant torque. That would make it more daily driver friendly.
What is the quirkiest or most unexpected thing about living with a Rapide?
03 February 2025 08:04
Infotainment system needs to be seriously upgraded. The old one was pretty dated. Provide us with a large touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration, but with some physical buttons for key functions.
What is the quirkiest or most unexpected thing about living with a Rapide?
03 February 2025 08:04
I would want to see them extend the performance envelope. Give it the AMR treatment, full power, better brakes and track focused suspension options. Make it a true four door supercar.
What is the quirkiest or most unexpected thing about living with a Rapide?
03 February 2025 08:04
I would honestly want it to remain largely as it is, but with modern amenities. Rapide was timeless so just refine it rather than reinvent it.
What is the quirkiest or most unexpected thing about living with a Rapide?
03 February 2025 08:04
I would like to see more customization. Extend the Aston Martin Q by Aston Martin program to offer truly bespoke Rapides. Allow owners to make something truly unique.
What is the quirkiest or most unexpected thing about living with a Rapide?
03 February 2025 08:04
They must concentrate on increasing space and comfort in the rear seats. The Rapide always suffered from that compared to rivals like the Panamera.
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