Some info on the rare Vanquish S model:
The 2006 Aston Martin Vanquish S was produced as a true supercar from Aston to mark the last of the hand made cars, the last car made at the Newport Pagnellfactory which started with the DB4 in 1947. It was the final and last of the cars made all by hand with true fine craftsmanship.
Each Vanquish S took over 400 hours of labor to produce.
Upgrades to the S from a standard Vanquish include more power rated at 520 bhp up from 460 bhp in a standard Vanquish. Bigger revised grille, front splitter andraised rear spoiler built into the boot lid to keep the car stable at higher speeds. The car also has 20% more direct steering, larger brakes and unique wheels. The Vanquish/Vanquish S is also the only Aston to get a carbon fiber roll bar in the engine bay and a 100% full flat under floor like race cars.
The S was a true super car with a top speed rated over 200 MPH, and an engine sound no other modern Aston can beat.
A very unique raw feel to this car without DSC, only a limited slip differential and traction control.
The gearbox is not an automatic with torque converter, it is a manual with electro-hydraulic clutch so you have full control over the engine.
A very rare car with less than 350 Vanquish S models ever made with less than half of those imported to the USA and only one other Vanquish similar to this one.
This is likely to be one of the most collectible and valuable Astons ever made, and likely the only modern Aston that will ever be highly collectible. Prices have already risen in Europe significantly ahead of the price here in the US.