Kelly's 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage: Heart Over Logic (4K) - Story Time Ep. 5
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- Опубликовано: 14 окт 2024
- This week, we're going back in time. Lewis Zhuo takes a look at the fabulous 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage, a car famed for being modern but with the analog feel of an old school sports car.
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2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
Specs:
Engine: 4.3L DOHC 32-Valve V8
Drivetrain: RWD
Power: 380 @ 7,300 rpm
Torque: 302 lb-ft @ 5,000rpm
Transmission: 6-Speed Manual
Fuel Economy (City/Highway): 13/20 MPG
Wheelbase: 102.4 in
Curb Weight: 3,594 lbs
Base Price: $111,300 (in 2008)
Price as Tested: N/A
Shot on Panasonic Lumix GH4 and GoPro Hero 7 Black Edition. GH4 stabilized with DJI Ronin-M. Editing done on Final Cut Pro X.
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I had a 2009 V8 Vantage (4.7L SS) that I got for myself as an early 30th birthday present back in 2015. I'd wanted one since I first laid eyes on the thing. After my two year lease was up, instead of buying it out, I decided (with some convincing from the salesperson I was talking to) to trade it in on a 2014 E550 Coupe. I've since modded it to get 550hp/705ft-lb out of the 4.7L bi-turbo V8. And despite that, no matter what, I don't think I've ever been truly "happy" with the car. Don't get me wrong, it has been a great car; reliable, moderately practical, and unbelievably fast... but it doesn't make me feel happy in the same way, it's missing that special something that gearheads crave about a car. This video reminded me what my old Aston did that no other car does for me. I'd probably be happy even going down to a 4.3L V8 Vantage at this point, just to get back that magic.
Great video.
James Parkes You’re absolutely right. There’s something so invigorating about the whole package despite the “low” hp figures. Thank you for watching!
@James Parkes - agreed, the Aston Vantage V12 and V8 feel truly analog yet refined. Hard to put a finger on it. The suspension can be a little bouncy but driving it is not quite as tiring as a gated F355 - which with an aftermarket sound and that clink is blissful but takes more out of you.
You guys captured the exhaust sound PERFECTLY.
Marshall Smith Just a simple lav mic, field recorder, and some good ol’ fashioned tape!
Disagree on a few points. Show me a car from 2005 that has a better interior. The suspension shouldn't squeak and overall it sounds like the maintenance is lacking a bit here.
The design is actually now 14 years old, not 11. It's an epic car.
M I Plenty of Lexus’s from that era have interiors with better materials, even if they’re not as aesthetically pleasing.
Yes the suspension shouldn’t squeak, this car was primarily purchased to be rented out
Yes the design is (still) stunning. I thought that was made abundantly clear.
@@ClutchKickOfficial Rented out? Sounds fun. Any info on where this car can be rented? Great vid, BTW!
James Duffus Thanks! This vehicle is no longer available for rental.
An epic car indeed... I drive my 07 vantage daily
handsomemarco29 I bet it puts a smile on your face every day!
Lewis, you are an excellent presenter! And finally a review on V8 Vantage that tells you really what you need to know on what it will feel like to own the car (not that ownership costs that I find on other videos are not highly appreciated)
John Paraskevas Hey John! Thank you for the feedback! We’re all about sharing how cars feel on this channel. Glad you enjoyed this review.
You executed the vid perfectly for ppl to have love for a Aston Martin well done 👏
You are talking bollox mate! The interiors are excellent with premium leather everywhere and lots of beautiful of aluminium details, even the owners manual is beautiful. There is nothing wrong with the seating position or the short throw gear stick. I don’t know what other cars you’ve driven but you don’t seem to be very knowledgeable.
Yeah, that was odd for me to hear him gripe about too. Every other review I’ve seen for this model has extolled the beauty of the interior for its high level of refinement and quality material usage.
Simple review. Yet one of the best I've seen.
AS 2212 Appreciate it!
I think the interior is great.hardly an plastics.
Indeed, I have been in almost all BMWs and Audis and nothing feels as luxurious as this Aston. I loved it so much I bought one
Interior is great. All high quality leather and nice stitching. The ONLY Volvo thing in the interior are the GPS. They key on early cars is a Ford/Jaguar item as are the indicator stalks, that is it.
could agree more. that little ashtray door that is shown has a special rubber capped stopper screw on it so it makes a nice soft sound when closed. has at least two springs specially designed to give a soft-close feel with a neutral mid open touch and a slightly forceful full open. i couldn't believe how much design and engineering must have gone into that stupid little ashtray lid. oh, and it's leather lined too.
I chuckled when he said the interior hasn’t aged well and is cheap. It’s now 2021 and my 2008 has an exquisite interior, particularly given the high contrast Sahara desert leather and black front console. The mid console is equally nice with adequate leather shifter and solid aluminum lid over the leather trimmed cubby. Hell even the seatbelt buckle is wrapped in leather! The front console is indeed its Achilles heel especially given the nav system but who cares? Set it to stay permanently closed, install a mod to stream music and focus on eating up the road.
You nailed it...it's how it makes you the driver feel. Nice job!
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it.
I think this review is fantastic. With all of the new "technology" jammed into the cars today, something has been missing. That something is found in this video. The emotion you get by it's simplicity. I'd take this 2008 model over any "new" car today. Stick shift and all.
Power. Beauty. Soul.
Remember, what some people call fault, others call character. My Vantage is full of character
That is correct.
I drove a 4.3L five years ago and still remember the experience. At the time I felt it needed more torque, but now that I'm older I don't crave the shove in the back as much.
It does feel like it has low torque but the sound is awfully exciting.
Nice, loved the sound bits especially
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it.
Loved your review, thanks for sharing!
Tommaso Cazzaniga Thanks for the feedback! Glad you enjoyed.
nailed it
for the first few minutes anyway (i couldn't watch much more than that) it's clear that this guy has no idea what he's talking about. the interior of this car even after 15 or so years of its manufacture is a glorious place to be. and its appointments are of top notch design and made of excellent materials. solid metal, and knurled knobs back light buttons, brushed aluminum and leather that still smells new even after a decade and a half.
And that's what happens when you only watch the first few minutes, you miss the point. Interior design is top notch but the materials themselves are far from excellent. But again, the interior is far from the point of the video, but I guess you'll never know since you "couldn't watch much more than that".
@@ClutchKickOfficial i've got the car and IMO, i maintain that you have no idea what you're talking about. put 10,000 on one and drive it back and forth across the country then tell me what you think and i may respect your opinion.
@@deep6thisdeep6this92 Some may say your opinion is actually far less objective in some ways because you own one, you have inherent bias. If you keep watching you'll see how much I adore the car. I absolutely love it. I will have to own one someday. It's a shame we couldn't share that aspect in our conversation and just had to focus on disagreements. Have a great day or night, wherever you are in the world.
5 pixel screen lol.
Looking to buy a 2008 this year at some point. Ive seen and read about all the flaws, but I just have a soft spot for this car
Whatever flaws there are, this car just speaks to the heart and very few modern cars do the same.
This is also on my list of cars to own at some point.
Hey I know this car! Great vid!
How do you know?! Hope you stay subbed.
Ive got a 2008 convertible.absolutely a rush to drive.
SP P The convertible must be even more dramatic than the coupe!
Yes sir it is.
Man, what a review
Thoughts?
@@ClutchKickOfficial The opening, the muted colours, the emphasis of how abstract it is as far as justification of love for a product (car) is and how it makes one feel, the piercing, brutal honesty and the appreciation of the car as a whole. You nailed it. I've always loved Aston Martins since 007 Die Another Day and I have always felt that the Aston Martin is the epitome of speed and class in hauntingly unassuming appearance. However, it is not perfect but it is heart over logic, after all. Great video!
@@bryansam650 Really appreciate the feedback. Hope you stay subbed.
I have a 2008 roadster. Pulled out all the Volvo stuff. Put in new 2020 android 9" screen multimedia Loaded. New Camaras speakers Amps etc. My car has 18k miles.
It rocks. Last year , over a dozen times. Random guys actually told me they wish they were me. Lol.
If they only knew ....
How difficult was it to install the new multimedia screen?
@@ClutchKickOfficial I had everything apart. So it was easy. The unit was made for a Volvo xc90. So it plugs in to volvo harness. You just mount it up top where the flip screen is.
I thought the interior was ahead of its time when it came out. A little too not picky but I’m glad the car shines in the end in this video
It was probably fine for the time but from a materials point of view, the materials are okay to poor. The design and the aesthetics of the interior are still excellent.
Exactly.. basically contradicted yourself when you said “fine for the time” when the design and aesthetic is still excellent. The interior is basically leather when that’s basically an amazing material alone. Again, too nit-picky. Love the simplicity of the car!
@@Felix-ek1wr It's my job to be nit-picky! Otherwise I'm just every other RUclipsr.
The only question is whether the V12 version is worth the premium. Nice video BTW.
Thank you! The V12 is much faster but significantly front heavier. Would love to drive one sometime though.
@@ClutchKickOfficial Thanks for your insight! How about the sound? I know it's a very subjective thing and I heard a lot of people going on and on about how amazing the V12 Vantage sound. But from all the videos I watched so far, V8 seems to be pretty sweet and I just can't imagine how it can be improved by a large margin. Would be nice to hear from someone who has driven them back-to-back.
@@925vincent I definitely need to find one to drive. Good thing there isn't a bad sounding Aston Martin.
@Qiyuan Zhang The V12 manual is special for its relative rarity (only 345 exported to the US), increased power, more aggressive styling with lots of carbon fiber, raucous V12 sound. Having driven both I dare say the V8 is better balanced but the V12 is special in its own way.
@@navchakravarti9164 Thanks very much for the insight! I'm not sure about the styling of the V12, TBH - too many vents on the bonnets for my taste. V8 seems to be a more sensible option (and much cheaper as well). The V12 is completely bonkers (in a good way). I suspect I wouldn't be anywhere near exploiting the full potential of that V12 engine. So now I'm leaning towards the V8. However, whether there is a huge difference in the noise department between the two would be another important factor. Sorry for babbling with no logic but I guess that's what it's like for me when it comes to cars.... I live in the UK BTW.
Bro.. I drive a Subaru WRX STI, and its faster..
But I want this car..
Totally agree that its not all about specs on paper,
this car is just beautiful.. it has soul.. its just "perfecto"👌
There are very few cars that move you as a driver and enthusiast like a V8 Vantage with a manual.
@@ClutchKickOfficial Exactly. Its the perfect Grand Tourer. 80 litres of fuel,
comfortable and classy to drive. this thing screams cool louder than anything.
Its the James Bond experience, I must own one of these in my life..
@@AlexanderPews I think the DBS is a better GT car. Vantage is a little more hard core. I find it better as a Sunday B-Road bomber.
Are them tail lights stock or why are some red and some clear?
Payback ! They are oem but have been replaced. The later Vantages had the clear tail lights, the V12's only had clears I believe.
I own a never version..... The faults make it awesome...
We love our wives, but they are far from perfect...... Same...
Sure the car can make the drive but whoever sitting next to you can make it complete. That being said I told my lady before she passed away that Aston Martin would make me a far more attentive husband. Still need to go back and forth to doctors and hospitals but wouldn't it be a far more enjoyable experience .
You captured the essence of Driving. The only thing you probably miss is driving stick.Stop driving automatics. Paddle and Automatics are for vans.
You took an Aston to a car wash? Eek..
Bobajobbob007 It was a touchless and the paint on this car was super worn anyways. Cosmetically this car was good from afar, but far from good.
Feels cheap? What a fool
There's a lot of Aston Martin fans who've probably never even driven one hating when you say anything bad about it. But let's be honest, it's made in Britain which means the quality basically doesn't exist. I know it had a Volvo key, I didn't know the interior is from a Volvo BUT it always did remind me of it. it just really does look rather pathetic considering how much it costs. Jaguar's interior is very similar on my opinion and perhaps even better than the Vantage. Aston Martin is basically charging money for the fact that it's an Aston Martin. There's nothing else to it. It was never the fastest, never the most reliable, never anything. Always used parts from a Volvo, Ford, Mercedes and the parts they made themselves sucked. Yet people bought it. It just looks and sounds so good. ''Aston Martin V8 Vantage''...
I’d like to think I can absolutely adore a vehicle but still be objective about its flaws. I think many people that were mad at my comments missed the point that despite its flaws, I love this car. I’m not hating on it, quite the opposite in fact! I like a lot of AESTHETICS about the vehicle but the fit and finish as well as quality of materials is lacking in some places.
He didn't say the interior is from a Volvo. Also, you clearly have a bias against Aston Martin and Britain if you think the quality isn't there.
@@kevinseven6633 Name a quality car made in Britain. Take your time
Tom Veveris. Rolls Royce cars are made near to where I live. Will that do?
@@kevinseven6633 That's a good example I'll admit. Obviously not 100% of products made in Britain will suck but you can admit there are things that are not exactly rolls Royce quality.
You are so ignorant for calling Aston interior cheap.
Awwww. Sorry I hurt your feelings. Truth can hurt sometimes.
That's the same car some other guy did a review on it, or else that Mick Moten guy is just a rubber stamp. What I want to see is you turn it over to your Chinese wife and she floors it in reverse and continues to run in circles until she hits something solid.
cheap materials... talking rubbish there mate
@@philhall759 Sorry you're offended but it's true. Interior looks great but if you look closely, both the materials used and how they're assembled are pretty below average for the price point of when these were new. But it's okay, still a great car. Just calling a spade a spade.
I think the wheels should be satin chrome or chrome, the black wheels dull the design of the car
Definitely to each their own.