Highlights Front-mounted 4.7-litre V8, producing 430bhp and 360lb ft of torque as standard Aftermarket Bamford and Rose Phase 3 tuning package One of just 200 V8 AMR edition cars produced Adorned with optional ‘Halo Pack’ in tribute to championship-winning Vantage GTE Beautiful and enjoyable driver’s car Overview Aston Martin didn’t see fit to change all too much in creating the run-out AMR editions of the VH-platformed Vantage, but then again, why would they? One of the most finely proportioned and tastefully styled cars of the 20th century it had also, over the course of 12 years, become the most successful model in the brand’s storied history.

It was as sumptuous to drive as it was to behold too, with a characterful and engaging engine complimented by sublime balance and handling.

A powertrain that encouraged full use of the 430bhp V8’s 7,300rpm redline paired with tactile steering and, in this case, a six-speed manual transmission, made for the definition of a driver’s car.

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