The Vanquish rewards owners who actually drive it and keep a close eye on condition. Many pain points are not catastrophic mechanical failures but expensive deferred wear, cosmetic shortcuts, or battery-related knock-on faults.
Engines and variants
Engines: 6.0-litre V12.
Key variants: Coupe, Volante, Vanquish S.
Best use cases
- Collector ownership with proper road use
- Flagship touring with a more special feel than a DB9
- Event car that still benefits from being exercised
Strengths
- Strong design presence and cabin atmosphere
- Broad GT usability with halo-car appeal
- Later cars feel mature and well-resolved
What to watch
- Suspension and brake bills can be substantial
- Body and trim repairs are expensive to put right properly
- Like other older Astons, it dislikes neglect and low voltage
- Certain 2014–2016 cars are named in door recall RA-01-0021, and certain 2014 automatics in park-pawl recall RA-07-0028. Confirm the VIN. This is the 2012–2018 car, not the 2024 Vanquish.
Sources and research
The sources below were checked on the dates shown. They support what this page says about the car. They do not show how often a fault occurs, or the condition of one particular vehicle. Where a build year, production total or service figure is still uncertain, confirm it against the factory record and the VIN.
- RA-01-0021: Double-Locked Doors cannot be Opened/FMVSS 206 — NHTSA manufacturer recall report. Checked .
- RA-07-0028: 6-Speed Touchtronic II Automatic Transmission Park Lock Problem — Aston Martin. Checked .
- Aston Martin fixed-price servicing — Sytner Aston Martin. Checked .
- Independent Aston Martin servicing — Aston Workshop. Checked .
Frequently asked questions
Is the Vanquish mainly a collector car?
It is collectible, but the best cars are usually the ones that have been used and maintained rather than stored and neglected.
Does the Vanquish need specialist support?
Yes. Routine owner checks are valuable, but major diagnostics, chassis work, and cosmetic repairs should go to an Aston-aware specialist.
