2016 Aston Martin Vantage V12 S Roadster

The V12 Vantage S was Aston Martin's most extreme road-going Vantage, and this Roadster is a rarity within it: a seven-speed dog-leg manual, offered for the 2017 model year, paired with the naturally aspirated V12 and an open top. The dealer believes it is one of only 31 UK-allocated cars with the manual gearbox. First gear sits outside the H-pattern, and AMSHIFT rev-matching is part of the package. Rear-wheel drive and a mechanical limited-slip differential complete the set-up, with bonded aluminium VH architecture and carbon-ceramic brakes underneath.

This example is finished in Q Special Ceramic Grey over an Obsidian Black Caithness leather interior with Ivory stitching. It has covered only 4,530 miles. It also carries the Full AMR Power Upgrade Kit, a £15,005 option. The kit adds magnesium inlet manifolds, a full-length titanium exhaust and a carbon rear diffuser. It lifts output by 30 bhp to 595 bhp and saves 16 kg. The Sport Plus Pack adds graphite 19-inch lightweight wheels, and the Exterior Carbon Pack covers the mirror caps, side strakes and rear lamp infills. Further carbon appears on the bonnet louvres, door releases, grab handles, gearshift surround and facia trim.

Other equipment includes Bang & Olufsen audio, a reversing camera, front parking sensors, a wind deflector and full paint protection film. The car has an exemplary service record with ten Aston Martin dealer stamps and a full history file.