1999→2004 Aston Martin DB7 Vantage Volante

longside the V8 Vantage Le Mans, Aston Martin announced the DB7 Vantage Volante at the 1999 Geneva Motor Show. Much of the car was similar to the Coupe version, but the Vantage Volante featured stiffer suspension.

The model was a complete success story, particularly in America which helped propel sales up to 2046 examples.

Like the DB7 Vantage, the Volante featured Aston Martin’s top V12 engine that was capable of 420 bhp.

1999→2004 Aston Martin DB7 Vantage Volante

In Detail

submitted by	Richard Owen
type	Series Production Car
production years	1999 – 2004
built at	England
body stylist	Iam Callum
production	2046
price $	$ 146,000
price Â£/td>	Â£99,950
engine	60º V12
position	Front, Longitudinal
valvetrain	Chain Driven DOHC w/4 Valves per Cyl
fuel feed	Mulit-Point Electronic Injection
displacement	5935 cc / 362.2 in³
compression	10.3:1
power	313.2 kw / 420.0 bhp @ 6000 rpm
specific output	70.77 bhp per litre
bhp/weight	224.0 bhp per tonne
torque	542.3 nm / 400 ft lbs @ 5000 rpm
redline	7000
body / frame	Semi-Monocoque Steel body ober Steel Tub-Chassis
driven wheels	Front Engine / RWD
wheel type	Alloy
front tires	245/40ZR-18 Bridgestone S02
rear tires	265/35ZR-18 Bridgestone S02
front brakes	Ventilated & Cross-Drilled Discs w/Aluminum 4-Piston Calipers, ABS
rear brakes	Ventilated & Cross-Drilled Discs w/Aluminum 4-Piston Calipers, ABS
front wheels	F 45.7 x 20.3 cm / 18 x 8 in
rear wheels	R 45.7 x 22.9 cm / 18 x 9 in
steering	Rack & Pinion w/Power Assist
f suspension	Double Wishbones w/Coil Springs, Monotube Dampers, Anti-Roll Bar
r suspension	Double Wishbones w/Longitudinal Arms, Coil Springs, Monotube Dampers, Anti-Roll Bar
curb weight	1875 kg / 4134 lbs
wheelbase	2591 mm / 102.0 in
length	4666 mm / 183.7 in
width	1830 mm / 72.0 in
height	1260 mm / 49.6 in
transmission	Getrag 6-Speed Manual or GM Five-Speed Automatic
final drive	3.77:1
top speed	~265.5 kph / 165.0 mph
0 – 60 mph	~5.0 seconds

Auction Sales History

2001 Aston Martin DB7 V12 Vantage Volante Convertible SCFAB42361K401539 –

This left-hand drive Vantage Volante Convertible was delivered new to Belgium and comes with a copies of the manufacturer’s Certificate of Conformity and specification sheet. Finished in green with beige/green leather interior, it has the ZF five-speed automatic gearbox and is presented in beautiful condition having covered only 32,173 kilometres from new. The car is offered with instruction book, Belgian Carte Grise and Contrôle Technique. A rare chance to acquire a little-used example of this ultimate soft-top Aston Martin for a fraction of the original purchase price.

Auction Source: 2015 Les Grandes Marques du Monde au Grand Palais

2002 Aston Martin DB7 Vantage Volante –

This exceptional Vantage Volante has covered just 23,229 kms (14,433 miles). Delivered new via Royal Motors in Monaco, it was first registered in Belgium in January 2003 and remains in showroom condition, complete with the original leather-bound Owners Guide folder containing New Car Warranty, Quick Reference Guide, Traffic Pro Navigation System booklet and spare keys. Even the Aston Martin umbrella is in place in the boot, which also houses the Aston Martin Premium Audio System with six-disc CD changer and battery conditioner in its original A-M box. The car has 2+2 seating, power hood, hood cover, red brake callipers and carbon-fibre dashboard trim. Costing almost £100,000 new, today it is a supercar bargain.