2017 Aston Martin Vantage S - Low Mileage

Highlights

• 4.7-litre V8
• Desirable manual gearbox
• Super low miles
• Just two former keepers
• Excellent condition inside and out

• Full leather interior

• Just serviced and fresh MOT

Overview

Still looking as fresh and purposeful as it did when it was unveiled back in 2005 during the VH platform era, the Vantage S marks the final chapter for this generation of Aston Martin. As a send-off for the VH platform, it represents years of development, with the Vantage refined into something far sharper and more complete. By this point, it had become a proper driver’s car, especially in 4.7-litre V8 manual form, like this one.

True to its roots, this is a car from before everything went digital and paddle-shifted. There’s no dual-clutch gearbox here, just a proper manual that puts you right at the centre of the experience. Combined with the naturally aspirated V8, it delivers a level of involvement and feel that’s hard to replicate in more modern machinery. It’s mechanical, direct, and rewarding in a way that newer cars often aren’t.

As an ‘S’ model, it gets a handful of subtle but worthwhile upgrades. There’s a slightly larger rear ‘flip-tail’ spoiler for improved aerodynamics, revised suspension that sits a touch lower and feels more planted, and a small bump in power, which is enough to make a noticeable difference both in looks and on the road.

This 2017 Aston Martin Vantage S is a particularly well-kept example, showing under 10,000 miles from new and only two former keepers. The current owner has had it for five years but has covered around 400 miles in that time, so it’s clearly been used sparingly. However, it hasn’t seen much use recently due to a change in the owner’s health, which is ultimately why this much-loved Vantage S is now being offered for sale with a just-completed service and MOT. If you're after an almost box-fresh 4.7-litre Vantage S, look no further.

History and Documentation

• V5C present and in the vendor's name

• UK registered 30th June 2017

• Coming from five years of ownership

• Two former keepers

• Three keys present (crystal remote key, standard remote key, valet key)

• Owner’s manual present

• Aston Martin 2018 - 2019 Yearbook

• Invoices included, the most recent covering a service and the replacement of a seat module

• 4 service stamps

• Services were carried out at the following intervals: 26th June 2018 @ 2,098 miles, 15th March 2019 @ 2,727 miles, 29th June 2020 @ 7,196 miles, 21st April 2022 @ 9,339 miles, Jun 2026 @ around 9,600 miles

• Please note the registration number MJ10 CAT will be removed and the car will revert to the age-appropriate plate VX17 UFW

• Mileage at the time of photography was 9,443 miles and has increased a little to 9,779 in the process of getting the car serviced and MOT'd

• HPI clear

• ULEZ compliant

Interior

• The Dark Night leather interior is embroidered ‘Vantage S’ in the seat back and has white detail stitching

• The electric leather seats are in excellent condition, with just the smallest mark on the edge of the driver's bolster

• Both door panels are free from damage, and the piano black trim section is excellent

• The Dark Night dashboard also has white stitching and is free from damage or scuff

• The instruments are working as they should

• The piano black and aluminium trim in the centre sections are free from any noticeable or excessive scratches

• All the switchgear appears in good order and is reportedly working correctly with no issues

• Air conditioning

• Cruise control

• Push key to start the engine

• The factory leather steering wheel is in good order

• The original leather gearknob is in excellent condition

• The carpets are clean and tidy throughout

• A set of fitted mats are in place, which are also in excellent condition.

• Factory tyre compressor in situ

Exterior

• Finished in the stunning Lightning Silver Metallic

• The paintwork presents very well

• Stone chips are virtually non-existent, with just one noticeable chip on the bonnet

• No dings or dents were spotted when looking around the car

• The panel gaps appear to be even

• All the windows appear in good condition, with no noticeable scratches

• The chrome window trims have some light water marks, which could possibly be removed with a good detail

• The headlights are in excellent condition, with no damage to the lenses.

• Crystal-clear rear lights are damage-free and in good order

• The factory 19-inch gloss black and diamond-cut alloy wheels are in good condition

• There is a small kerb mark on the driver's side front wheel

• A matching set of Bridgestone Potenza tyres are fitted, which all have a good amount of tread remaining

Mechanical

• 4.7-litre V8

• Produces approximately 430 bhp and 361 lb-ft of torque

• 0–62 mph in approximately 4.8 seconds

• Top speed is approximately 190 mph

• The V8 fires up without hesitation and runs with no issues reported by the vendor

• Fitted with a six-speed manual gearbox

• As you can imagine, with a 4.7-litre V8, the Aston pulls well through the gears

• The car has been standing for a while, but no knocks or bangs are said to be coming from the suspension

• The brake discs did have a coating of light rust at the time of photography through lack of use, but this has now cleared following the trips for servicing and MOT

• The aluminium underside is in very clean condition, in keeping with the mileage

Summary

This is a 2017 Vantage S model which has covered fewer than 10,000 miles and has essentially been preserved in a time capsule.

Finding a V8 Vantage S with the manual gearbox is already a win for driving enthusiasts, as most buyers at the time opted for the automated Sportshift. However, pairing that desirable specification with such low mileage and a solid service history makes this a top-tier investment piece. Usually, these cars are either high-mileage or have been owned by several people, so having few former owners and low mileage suggests it was truly cherished rather than just passed around.

At that mileage, the 4.7-litre V8 engine is barely broken in. While the price might be slightly higher than that of a high-mileage example, the lack of wear on the interior bolsters and the crispness of that manual linkage will make it feel like a nearly new car. It’s a rare opportunity to own the peak of the analogue Aston era in fantastic condition.

To arrange a viewing, click the ‘Book Viewing’ button located under the ‘Place Bid’ button. Viewings can be booked up until the day before the auction ends, after which the option will change to ‘Contact Seller’ for further enquiries. This seller is located in Caersws, Mid Wales.