2006 Aston Martin DB9 Volante

Description

This 2006 Aston Martin DB9 Volante has been a classic from day one. After all, with an unbeatable color combo, a smoothly powerful V12, drop-top grand touring appeal, and the perfect mix of luxury & performance, this is truly the best of Britain.

Power, beauty, soul - it's the mantra of Aston Martin, and this coupe embodies all of it. There has always been an aggressive elegance about an Aston Martin, even before James Bond drove one on screen. The DB9 has shown a sleekness that is still echoed in today's cars. That's why it's already a classic. With this in mind, it's great to see a car like this one is believed to have averaged only around 900 miles annually. There are a few signs of hitting the road over the years, but the overall impression is that it certainly looks the part of a low-mileage and well-respected machine. The factory took care when applying the Titanium Silver paint, and sunlight loves to dance across the swept-back lines of this convertible. The headlight covers recall some of the best classic racers and remain crystal clear today. And the red brake calipers are just the right hint of aggressive color. The crisply-fitting black convertible top, billet-like grille, flush door handles, and 10-spoke polished alloys are all about presenting a look of refined power.

Even the doors on the DB9 are part of its charm. They don't just swing out like a standard door, and the Lamborghini-style scissors would be too uncouth for a dignified machine. So you get this elegant "swan" motion that arches upward for easier accessibility and a cool showing of class. Once inside, you realize what grand touring comfort is all about. The Iron Ore Red is a beautifully distinct color that really sets this car apart while looking more luxurious rather than outrageous. This supple leather kicks off a long list of luxury features, including power seats, keyless entry/alarm, power locks, power mirrors, dual airbags, power steering, a tilt/telescopic steering column, cruise control, and a premium AM/FM/CD stereo system. And we particularly love the way the navigation screen raises from the burlwood on top of the dash. And because you have a power convertible top and power windows, you never have to leave the driver's seat to go from enclosed luxury to a wind-in-your-hair experience. Plus, with the automatic A/C climate control and heated seats, you and your passenger get to dial-in an individual level of top-down comfort all year long. But the heart of it all is how this one speaks to your enthusiast's soul. There's an extra tingle of performance when you grasp the leather-wrapped sports steering wheel, push the start button, and see the gauges dance as you hear the motor roar to life.

The V12 is part of the craftsman build, and proper care means it continues to look fresh and attractive. But don't let this ultra-clean presentation keep you from adding miles to the odometer. After all, this convertible is a true driver's machine. The fuel-injected 5.9-liter V8 sings a 450-hp symphony. You control it all through Aston's six-speed that has F1-style paddle-activated electronically-operated shifts. There's even a fully automatic mode for grand touring comfort. As you look at the undercarriage photos, you'll basically see nothing but flat panels for better aerodynamics - another race-inspired piece that proves how serious a performance machine this is. You'll also spot all the right features, like the fully independent sports suspension, four-wheel disc brakes, and grippy Continental Extreme Contact Sport tires.

Complete with the owner's manual, you'd expect to pay a lot more to get this level of drop-top performance and exclusivity. Don't miss your opportunity, call today!