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Is the DB11 V8 a 'real' Aston Martin without the V12?
03 February 2025 11:11
Aston has made a smart move, I think. The V8 allows the brand to open up to a wider audience without diluting the top end offerings.
Is the DB11 V8 a 'real' Aston Martin without the V12?
03 February 2025 11:11
Really, most DB11 owners aren’t going to be tracking their cars. For a car that is all about grand touring, the V8 is more than enough.
Is the DB11 V8 a 'real' Aston Martin without the V12?
03 February 2025 11:11
It's a tough call. The V8 is great, but the Aston V12 is hand built and it is special.
Is the DB11 V8 a 'real' Aston Martin without the V12?
03 February 2025 11:11
Who cares about cylinder count? By 2025, we should be glad Aston is still making gas engines at all!
Is the DB11 V8 a 'real' Aston Martin without the V12?
03 February 2025 11:11
The V8 might not be traditional Aston, but then, neither was the DB11's design when it first arrived. Brands evolve, and that's okay.
Will the DB11 V8 hold its value better than the V12?
03 February 2025 11:11
The V8 seems to hold its value a little better in my experience. It is more appealing on the used market because of lower running costs.
Will the DB11 V8 hold its value better than the V12?
03 February 2025 11:11
I believe it is a matter of market. In Europe, the V8 could prevail because of fuel prices, but in the US, king could still be the V12.
Will the DB11 V8 hold its value better than the V12?
03 February 2025 11:11
Based on what I’ve seen, they depreciate about the same. As with engine size, Aston Martin depreciation is brutal.
Will the DB11 V8 hold its value better than the V12?
03 February 2025 11:11
The engine is not the only thing. Astons, for instance, have huge resale value dependent on spec and color. The V8 could easily outperform a boring V12.
Will the DB11 V8 hold its value better than the V12?
03 February 2025 11:11
The V12 has the most long term value. V8s will be around for a while yet, but it is the last of its kind.
Will the DB11 V8 hold its value better than the V12?
03 February 2025 11:11
Neither value holds particularly well, but at least the V8 is cheap to maintain. That counts for something in the used market.
Will the DB11 V8 hold its value better than the V12?
03 February 2025 11:11
All else being equal, the V8 would have the edge because it can appeal to a greater number of buyers. Better value retention could be the case with more demand.
Will the DB11 V8 hold its value better than the V12?
03 February 2025 11:11
That V12 will be the collector’s item in 20 years. The V8 is great, but it’s not special in the big picture.
Will the DB11 V8 hold its value better than the V12?
03 February 2025 11:11
The V8 has been rock solid from my experience. The DB11 chassis seems to suit the AMG engine, which is well proven.
Will the DB11 V8 hold its value better than the V12?
03 February 2025 11:11
I wouldn’t say it’s more reliable, it’s just different issues. The V12 may have engine quirks, but the V8 can have electronic gremlins from the Mercedes parts.
Will the DB11 V8 hold its value better than the V12?
03 February 2025 11:11
The reliability of the engine has more to do with maintenance than the engine type. Having a well cared for V12 is as reliable as a neglected V8.
Will the DB11 V8 hold its value better than the V12?
03 February 2025 11:11
There is less that can go wrong with the V8, so it is probably more reliable. Fewer cylinders, fewer potential issues.
Will the DB11 V8 hold its value better than the V12?
03 February 2025 11:11
I’ve heard the V8 is easier and cheaper to service, and therefore might end up with better long term reliability if the owners keep up with maintenance.
Will the DB11 V8 hold its value better than the V12?
03 February 2025 11:11
The engine is not the only thing. The suspension tuning or other tweaks could be different on the V8 model, which could affect long term reliability.
Will the DB11 V8 hold its value better than the V12?
03 February 2025 11:11
Aston’s own engine, the V12, is something they have inside and out. It could lead to more long term support and reliability.
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