Those searching for an Aston Martin DB9 for sale know that it is so much more than a classic heritage car. It is known for its iconic design and superb performance which is perfectly comparable to the performance of modern-day sporting cars. Of course, this car is best known as the first and most emblematic vehicle of the most popular spy in movie history – James Bond.
The Aston Martin DB9 model was introduced in 1963 and it was produced until 1965. This grand tour car boasts with chiseled front and aerodynamic shape with fine smooth curves. The technical specifications of the model are quite impressive. The Tadek Marek Inline-6 engine is capable of producing 282 horsepower and 288 pound-feet of torque. The machine weighs one and a half tons, but has amazing acceleration and speed. The car can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in just 7.1 seconds. The maximum measured speed is 145 mph.
Most cars of the range have ZF 5-speed all-synchromesh manual transmission which offers smooth and stable cruising. You can also find ones with Borg Warner DG automatic transmission. This system is performing equally well. In fact, only dedicated drivers and experts will notice the difference.
It is certainly not surprising that the Aston Martin for sale has exclusive luxury features. The leather trim in the cabin and the carpets made from wool pile give the model opulence that only a few modern cars can match. These features are combined with reclining seats and electric windows. Such a car is really a charm to have. It offers class, style, comfort and performance plus a legendary past and perhaps an even more legendary future.
You have a number of versions to choose from, when you are looking for a used Aston Martin for sale. The original model introduced as a 2-door 2 plus 2 coupe. This variant has the largest number of units produced. You can also find a DB9 convertible, even though these cars are much rarer. Only 123 were produced. Another car of the range that you can consider is the DB9 Vantage. It boasts with a more powerful engine capable of producing 314 horsepower and various mechanical features designed to give the car even better performance and greater flexibility. DB9 Vantage comes in a coupe version only.
Where can you find an Aston Martin DB9 for sale and how much will it cost? Cars of this model are rarely available directly from dealers and individual owners, but this does not mean that you should not carry out a general search. For the most effective results, you should contact an Aston Martin dealership. Another option is to get such a car at an auction. Most auctions are publically announced in advance. You can expect a DB9 to be expensive due to its high collector value, but it is worth paying.