2009 Aston Martin DBS V12

The DBS was Aston Martin's return to the brutish, Bond-era grand tourer: a V12 coupe built around a bonded aluminium structure and clothed in carbon fibre. This 2009 car has the 5,935 cc naturally aspirated V12 paired with the six-speed manual gearbox, a combination that makes it the more engaging choice over the Touchtronic. The manual is the one enthusiasts look for, as it puts the driver in direct control of the V12's output.

This example is finished in Silver over Obsidian Black leather and has covered 24,000 miles. It has just been serviced by Aston Martin. The specification includes carbon ceramic brakes with black calipers, adaptive suspension with a Sport mode, and a carbon fibre front splitter, rear diffuser and mirror stalks. Clear glass tail lights and 20-inch silver wheels set it apart visually from lesser Vanquish-based cars.

Inside, the two-seat cabin has fully electric memory seats with heating, a Piano Black fascia, dual-zone climate control, satellite navigation, Bluetooth and a CD autochanger. Front and rear parking sensors are fitted. The price is on application.