Vehicle Class:
Luxury Grand Tourer
Positioning:
High-performance, bespoke GT from a renowned British marque
Competitors 2000:
Ferrari 456 GT, Bentley Continental GT, Porsche 911 Turbo (996)
Manual Advantage:
Professional quality, comprehensive, accurate, same as used by local service/repair shops
Manual Benefit:
Save on repair bills, empowers DIY repairs, preparedness for maintenance
Digital Convenience:
No shipping costs, instant access, print specific sections, no physical wear
General Maintenance:
Covered
Engine Service Repair:
Covered
Transmission Service Repair:
Covered
Electrical System:
Covered
Periodic Lubrication:
Covered
Fuel Injection Fuel System:
Covered
Heater Air Conditioning:
Covered
Engine Control System:
Covered
Restraint System:
Covered
Differential Drive:
Covered
Disassembly Assembly:
Included
Cleaning Reinstalling:
Included
Depth:
Comprehensive (diagnostic, repair, maintenance)
Detail Level:
Detailed substeps, numbered instructions, critical information notes/cautions/warnings
Visual Aids:
Hundreds of diagrams, detailed illustrations, drawings, photos, enlarged insets
Length:
Approx. 4727 mm (186.1 in)
Width:
Approx. 1830 mm (72.0 in) (excluding mirrors)
Height:
Approx. 1280 mm (50.4 in)
Curb Weight:
Approx. 1760 kg (3880 lbs)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating:
N/A (Typically not published for such vehicles)
Crash Test Ratings:
Not typically rated by standard agencies (e.g., NHTSA, Euro NCAP) in the same way as mass-produced vehicles.
Traction Control:
Standard (likely Traction Control System - TCS)
Airbags:
Driver and Passenger airbags
Seatbelts:
Pretensioner seatbelts
Frame Construction:
Steel chassis with aluminum body panels
Audio System:
Premium audio system (e.g., Linn, Aston Martin branded).
Navigation:
Optional factory navigation system available.
Connectivity Features:
Limited by era; typically includes CD player, possibly cassette deck.
Oil Change Interval:
Typically every 12,000 miles or 12 months (refer to manual for exact specification).
Major Service Interval:
Recommended at 24,000 miles, 48,000 miles, etc., with specific checks.
Engine Oil Type:
Fully Synthetic SAE 0W-40 or 5W-40 (API SN/CF, ACEA A3/B4 compliant - specific Aston Martin approval may exist, consult manual).
Coolant Type:
Ethylene Glycol based, 50/50 mixture with distilled water (e.g., Aston Martin 'Aston Blue' coolant or equivalent).
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 4 or higher specification.
Transmission Fluid Manual:
GL-4 or GL-5 SAE 75W-90 synthetic gear oil.
Transmission Fluid Automatic:
Specific ATF fluid (e.g., Dexron III or equivalent, consult manual for precise specification).
Common Problems:
Ignition coil packs, spark plug issues, water pump leaks, minor electrical gremlins, door seal degradation, catalytic converter issues.
Maintenance Considerations:
V12 engines require meticulous maintenance; access to certain components can be challenging, increasing labor costs.
Oil Filter Example:
Consult manual or parts catalog for specific part numbers (e.g., MANN-FILTER W719/5 or equivalent).
Aston Martin Legacy:
Pioneers in luxury sports cars and grand tourers, known for elegance, performance, and racing pedigree.
Db7 Lineage:
Evolved from the DB7, with the V12 Vantage representing the ultimate performance iteration, replacing the supercharged inline-six.
Vantage Development:
The V12 engine was a significant upgrade, offering superior power and a more refined driving experience compared to earlier supercharged variants.
Production Period:
DB7 V12 Vantage produced from 1999 to 2004.
Manufacturing Plant:
Aston Martin Works, Newport Pagnell, Buckinghamshire, England
