Should I Upgrade to a Vanquish S?

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  • čas přidán 31. 07. 2017
  • The Vanquish S is Aston Martin's flagship super-GT and since buying my 'regular' Vanquish I have been pondering the upgrade path. Now it's time to let my car go, I headed to Aston Martin Edinburgh to go out for a spin in their Vanquish S Coupe to see what the changes are all about. What do you think, should the new S be added to my garage in the future?
    With a slightly revised visual and aerodynamic appearance, highlighted by contrasting accents and quad tailpipes, the Vanquish S takes power up to 603PS from 576PS (retaining the 630Nm torque) from the 6 litre V12, while adding in a little more noise thanks to new intake manifolds and some additional tweaks around the car.
    One of the beautiful things about taking such a stunning car for a test drive, is the wonderful roads that can be found throughout Scotland with endless opportunities to enjoy such a car. Thanks goes to AM Edinburgh and the Leven Car Company for the opportunity to drive their car:
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    Thanks for watching, Tim
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  • @Shmee150
    @Shmee150  Před 7 lety +123

    The Vanquish S is Aston Martin's flagship super-GT and since buying my 'regular' Vanquish I have been pondering the upgrade path. Now it's time to let my car go, I headed to Aston Martin Edinburgh to go out for a spin in their Vanquish S Coupe to see what the changes are all about. What do you think, should the new S be added to my garage in the future?

  • @kal1mm
    @kal1mm Před 7 lety +71

    I saw and heard a vanquish s the other day and the noise is addictive!

  • @obiwankenobi6317
    @obiwankenobi6317 Před 7 lety +131

    Next video :STRAIGHT PIPING MY VANQUISH S! Oops wrong channel

  • @Mossboy16
    @Mossboy16 Před 7 lety +1

    I love the depth and detail you go into, Shmee! Keep it up!

  • @chabbysrides
    @chabbysrides Před 7 lety +5

    Great video Tim. I love the Aston's. Definitely a used one after it has had its big depreciation.

  • @Proeli0
    @Proeli0 Před 7 lety +32

    I really wouldn't swap the vanquish for the vanquish s , it is way too similar. Go for some bigger changes and maybe for some new experiences.

    • @Shmee150
      @Shmee150  Před 7 lety +32

      I am agreeing or now, hence my Vanquish is going and the AMG GT R arrive to replace it for now.

    • @willmay3713
      @willmay3713 Před 7 lety +3

      When is your AMG due to arrive?

  • @Adam-eo5ff
    @Adam-eo5ff Před 7 lety +3

    I love your pure excitement! She sounds beautiful!

  • @RogerBaileyOnCars
    @RogerBaileyOnCars Před 7 lety +101

    Answer is heart felt yes, but can you cope with the depreciation ?

    • @Shmee150
      @Shmee150  Před 7 lety +62

      Somebody got straight to the kicker! Very true

    • @RogerBaileyOnCars
      @RogerBaileyOnCars Před 7 lety +1

      watching this vid again and I'd get one, only here once and all that.

    • @Kurisu91
      @Kurisu91 Před 7 lety +5

      Shmee150 oh God the vanquishes deprecates like a rock I swear. The first year you will loose 100k usd then the second year just go ahead and chop an extra 50k or more from the value. Buying a vanquish is literally like throwing away 150k in the trash hahahahahw

    • @richjohn9356
      @richjohn9356 Před 7 lety +3

      Bought an Vanquish volante at the beginning of summer ,just selling it back to the dealer in late August ,loss £1,000, better than a fiesta, and what a car, loved it so much my S has just been delivered to a different dealer. They are producing very few S's. They will not loose heavily, especially the volutes, in my opinion

    • @F1ll1nTh3Blanks
      @F1ll1nTh3Blanks Před 7 lety

      Richard John agreed they may not depreciate in value too much because, let's face it this is the last naturally aspirated general production car they make but what if a limited Vanquish AMR arrives that means this one gets a kicking surely?

  • @michae8jackson378
    @michae8jackson378 Před 7 lety

    Hell yes get one Tim. Such a beautiful car! That sound of the engine! Wow!

  • @MRVSKIN
    @MRVSKIN Před 7 lety +1

    Hi Tim. That car is ABSOLUTELY AWESOME. I would whole heartedly go for the Vanquish S. the sound the look and the quality. Also the last Vanquish to be naturally aspirated. That sound. Oh my goodness. If I had the opportunity then I would jump at the chance and the first run would be in Scotland on the famous 500.

  • @BonnevilleTB7
    @BonnevilleTB7 Před 7 lety

    Sounds great and looks awesome, if I could afford one I would 'pull the trigger' no doubt. Have fun!!!

  • @TAEbot
    @TAEbot Před 7 lety

    Love'em... AM's are just beautiful machines!

  • @TangoGolfCharlie
    @TangoGolfCharlie Před 7 lety

    I was next to a Vanquish S as we drove through the Tyne Tunnel last week, the sound was glorious!

  • @jeduardoslb1
    @jeduardoslb1 Před 7 lety +13

    At 4:53 I found myself wondering what wheels were in the red Fiesta... I love the Aston, but I got bored...

  • @andrewwolkowich
    @andrewwolkowich Před 2 lety +1

    I told my late wife a bit before she passed away. That maybe we should pick up an Aston Martin second hand. As wouldn't the drives back and forth to her doctor's appointments in hospitals be far more enjoyable in an Aston Martin then in the back of an ambulance. It made her laugh. If I had an Aston Martin even if it was not in running condition I would sit in the driveway in it and make vroom vroom sounds.

  • @sultanqasim
    @sultanqasim Před 4 lety

    The sounds at 8:30 onwards are amazing. The transmission’s shifts do seem noticeably quicker and crisper than older VH platform models too. Not as quick as a Ferrari F12, but more than quick enough, and it lets you keep your foot down longer to legally enjoy the power and sound longer than you could on a Ferrari.

  • @Marks_Piano
    @Marks_Piano Před 7 lety +3

    No man! I love you shmee and you're spending so much on all these cars yet you never have time to drive them, you're always on the road driving the most awesome cars in the world, driving cars that have been lent to you, press releases, etc etc. Just get a good daily, and something nice on the side like your mini or the morgan 3-wheeler and you're good! :) I know some of these cars don't depreciate but honestly you don't need 6 cars if you're never home haha.

  • @adot7867
    @adot7867 Před 7 lety +80

    Next video: I've sold all my cars & got myself an electric bike 🚲

    • @rmw3668
      @rmw3668 Před 7 lety +4

      Awais X he should they go the same speed as he drives

  • @angusjllien
    @angusjllien Před 7 lety

    It looks really cool with the blue parts and the sound is amazing

  • @Vollgasmus7
    @Vollgasmus7 Před 6 lety

    The color combination on this one just looks so stunning

  • @viktorlucawilkens735
    @viktorlucawilkens735 Před 7 lety

    Great Video like always! What a car! There is nothing with more class than an Aston Martin.

  • @joshuatoney7061
    @joshuatoney7061 Před 7 lety

    Yes man do it I love your videos. I had a Gallardo for a while and just purchased a Performente last month do go for it Tim

  • @jorammuntinga2197
    @jorammuntinga2197 Před 7 lety +30

    But than the main question is: is this car that much of an upgrade from your vanquish? I think it isnt, and it is not as special as your blackbadge series vanquish.

    • @Shmee150
      @Shmee150  Před 7 lety +25

      I think there's a point in that, it's not 'that much' of an upgrade, for potentially a lot of money

    • @jameslovett8697
      @jameslovett8697 Před 7 lety +5

      Id just get a different exhaust for the vanquish instead of going for the s.

    • @NaikMichel
      @NaikMichel Před 7 lety +2

      He's getting greased by Aston Martin, they are buttering him for promotion of products existing and new cars, which is fair enough, he does a good job at promoting their cars fairly without too much bias. Shmee has always been good to manufacturers over the last 6 years i've watched him, keeps all reviews even :)

  • @elitegr4n7
    @elitegr4n7 Před 7 lety

    I was on the Aston website today looking at this very car and then next thing Tim's driving it round the roads a mile from where I live!

  • @Stefanmnc
    @Stefanmnc Před 7 lety +4

    Awesome video tim

  • @lwandoh1834
    @lwandoh1834 Před 2 lety

    The video that made me fall in love with a Vanquish S, even after 5 years still the love of my life.

  • @alexanderh5126
    @alexanderh5126 Před 7 lety

    I love this car!! Go for it!! - and please stay with Aston!

  • @martinoberg4907
    @martinoberg4907 Před 7 lety +1

    Loved being able to listen to the engine noise Tim - it's a beautiful thing. Not sure if you need this car in your garage though ???

  • @pranavg3832
    @pranavg3832 Před 7 lety

    excellent job again by shmee !!!!...following for 3 years and counting

    • @Shmee150
      @Shmee150  Před 7 lety +2

      Thanks for the support!

  • @adilator
    @adilator Před 7 lety

    Love this color comnation. Best looking aston I've ever seen.

  • @vjvgtu
    @vjvgtu Před 7 lety +4

    In my humble opinion, I think an upgrade to the aston martin vanquish s would be too little of a change when compared to the vanquish carbon edition you have at the moment. As a regular viewer, I would love to see something more distinct as a successor to your vanquish. Ever thought about the mercedes sls or the new bentley supersports for example? For me this would be more interesting to see on your channel as it is more of a change. However, the vanquish s has the brilliant sounding v12 and just looks stunning! Anyway, keep up the good work! Enjoying it as always!

  • @DanosLem
    @DanosLem Před 7 lety

    Lovely car . Sounds and looks awesome!!!

  • @richjohn9356
    @richjohn9356 Před 7 lety

    And it may not have 12in screens but omg it's beautiful Inside, like it's made by a savill row tailor, everyone is blown away who got into mine

  • @JtotheP123
    @JtotheP123 Před 5 lety +1

    Hey Shmee - for the record, James Bond did drive a Vanquish in Die Another Day. Or as Q liked to call it - the “Vanish”

  • @LeadersExtras
    @LeadersExtras Před 7 lety +1

    Oh my god, those quad pipes!😍

  • @DreamList
    @DreamList Před 7 lety +2

    Tim please when you press down the gas pedal stop talking I want to hear the beautiful music that car makes!

  • @Breakinlife007
    @Breakinlife007 Před 7 lety

    Buy one for sure! This time do the blue extras vs the entire care in your normal blue.

  • @rthomson1197
    @rthomson1197 Před 7 lety

    If you watch the video with automatic captions, when Shmee isn't talking, it recognises the engine sound as "music", which to me seemed quite appropriate!

  • @ahmadsyafi4875
    @ahmadsyafi4875 Před 7 lety

    It looks really nice and sounds nice😍

  • @harveybjackson203
    @harveybjackson203 Před rokem

    Been looking at a 2014 model, think after your review I will bring it home.

  • @spadgm
    @spadgm Před 7 lety

    Beautiful car, lets hope you do!

  • @Markipedia
    @Markipedia Před 7 lety +3

    looks stunnig in that grey but i´d rather wait for a "dbs-Version" of the db11

  • @stephenphoenix-roberts9447

    First thoughts before watch all video is yes do it but converable so it's a all round like your current vanquish.

  • @burger7167
    @burger7167 Před 7 lety

    Fantastic video! Never clicked off Doug DeMuro so quickly! xD

  • @christiandegn1296
    @christiandegn1296 Před 7 lety

    Woahhh, i love that color combination.

  • @northwestern492
    @northwestern492 Před 7 lety

    Nice dealership in Edinburgh park u can get a brilliant shot of a Aston from the stairs in the showroom

  • @SwedishGamer322SG322
    @SwedishGamer322SG322 Před 7 lety

    I love how much of a businessman you are Tim. You bought the Volante for a purpose, it's now served that purpose and now you're selling it to get (at least some of) your money back instead of holding on to it and letting the value of it decrease.

  • @coledallison8197
    @coledallison8197 Před 7 lety +3

    Both cars are stunning

  • @charliechetwood2358
    @charliechetwood2358 Před 7 lety

    Definitely buy one! But I'd wait for values do go down a bit

  • @JohnDoe-so3pn
    @JohnDoe-so3pn Před 7 lety

    The center console is actually marble carbon fiber, which shimmers quite lovely in the sunshine

  • @f83nch94
    @f83nch94 Před 7 lety

    That's got to be one of the best looking and sounding cars of all time! I hired a DB9 Carbon Edition for my wedding and it was worth every penny just for the noise!

  • @mr.e0311
    @mr.e0311 Před 6 lety

    I never thought I'd be able to afford an AM Vanquish but now that I can I really am not certain if I want one.
    It has been a childhood infatuation of mine too.

  • @iraeich
    @iraeich Před 7 lety

    The sound of that V!2 is so primitive. Absolutly fantastic!

  • @PGHJR002
    @PGHJR002 Před 6 lety

    Seems very smooth and comfortable for riding in a land jet.

  • @spunkkat1721
    @spunkkat1721 Před 7 lety

    I really don't see you talk about the other cars the same way, I would keep it!!

  • @alexanderbarr
    @alexanderbarr Před 7 lety

    The exhaust valves do no react to the steering. Its the idle changing slightle due to the power steering pump working harder when the steering wheel is turned to pump fluid to one side of the rack or the other and causes a slight draw on the engine which in turn is heard as an audible change in engine note due to the idle decrease.

  • @alanbutterfield8057
    @alanbutterfield8057 Před 7 lety

    This car Tim just looks and sound amazing that exhaust note is just heaven. I would want to drive this car all day long 7 days a week you need this car in your life Tim it's a must have car Tim. Regards Alan B

  • @phucnguyenthidiem3868
    @phucnguyenthidiem3868 Před 6 lety

    sound great !

  • @Jonathannnnnnnnnnnnnnnn

    I think you should totally get a vanquish s. You clearly love Aston martins, as do I, and I can see you really appreciating owning one of you do get it.

  • @yanndelvaux5061
    @yanndelvaux5061 Před 7 lety

    Hi yes you should and must thanks for this pure engine moment

  • @Adam-st2
    @Adam-st2 Před 7 lety +8

    Excellent video as usual Tim

  • @jaydenrai9165
    @jaydenrai9165 Před 3 lety

    I got pictures of this Aston Martin car, its so beautiful.

  • @AiiressV8
    @AiiressV8 Před 7 lety +224

    why are astons' gorgeous on the outside but so damn ugly on the inside, just look at that steeringwheel an totally outdated counters 🤢

    • @Shmee150
      @Shmee150  Před 7 lety +33

      They have been heavily updated with DB11, and will be also in new Vantage next year

    • @richjohn9356
      @richjohn9356 Před 7 lety +18

      If you have ever sat in one , you will understand, they are gorgeous ,the craftsmanship is stunning, try it

    • @richjohn9356
      @richjohn9356 Před 7 lety +3

      The DB 11, Although more technically advanced and 911's have not patch on the vanquish

    • @paladin3116
      @paladin3116 Před 7 lety +11

      Yeah that's the interior of a car from 2008, it's quality with the materials but looks so damn basic and outdated, they need to make it more modern

    • @Speednote10
      @Speednote10 Před 7 lety +5

      Paladin No manufacturer would ever completely redesign the interior on a facelift model, especially on a car that doesn't sell in big numbers.

  • @richjohn9356
    @richjohn9356 Před 7 lety

    Push it, you can definitely feel the extra power, it has a revised set up also

  • @MrGalembeck
    @MrGalembeck Před 7 lety

    very nice sound

  • @anthonysmith4148
    @anthonysmith4148 Před 7 lety

    My absolute dream car is a Vanquish S Volante. This is a MUST for your fleet

  • @vagabundo6409
    @vagabundo6409 Před 7 lety

    Thats exactly what I would expect from AM - same form but with high and fast revving engine. They shown that they can with Vuclan model, now they HAVE TO translate that into the road. Ferrari really needs some proper competitor like 10 years ago.

  • @andydavis8839
    @andydavis8839 Před 7 lety

    Hello Shmee
    I think that u must go for it.
    If you ask my opinion I will say you must upgrade into vanquish s , it's more aggressive and more fun.
    Although it's up to you.

  • @cordonbloue
    @cordonbloue Před 7 lety

    This thing is crazy, do it. Just get something special on the looks side. More like bright inside and with out any stripes on the outside.

  • @shmeeplaywithmybollocks519

    Yes that's a very good idea Shmee.

  • @RetiOrchid58
    @RetiOrchid58 Před 7 lety

    I reckon that for me, it would have to come down to, on the one hand, do I want the extra little "S-ness" for its additional S-ness, or if I'm predominantly wanting it for touring and as it's still a GT, do I want the more pure "GT-ness" e.g. slightly less firm ride and more elegant/pure GT looks of the non-S? I can definitely see the attraction, but I guess in theory, other-than-GT does the "S-ness" better. But then again it's a NA V12 and the S has a little more of that :)

  • @jeffreyoldham55
    @jeffreyoldham55 Před 7 lety +1

    Beautiful car, but what madness led AM to place the hood-release lever in the passenger footwell? Flip your Vanquish if you must, Tim, but I hope you never relinquish your GT8.

  • @sirscullum
    @sirscullum Před 7 lety

    £209,950 is a lot for that Vanquish S, good move in holding off until prices come down. 12 to 18 months could lead to a more reasonable price, likely still low mileage. It does sound sublime though doesn't it, cracking way to announce one's arrival (& departure).

  • @noodlesracing117
    @noodlesracing117 Před 7 lety

    Tim, you should ABSOLUTELY upgrade to this car. It is probably the most beautiful car made.
    I vote to get it in that same grey colour with orange highlights like your GT8.
    And I agree with you on the carbon fibre... twill weave is much nicer.
    Cheers.

  • @morganpritchard5632
    @morganpritchard5632 Před 7 lety

    Nice video

  • @smartfreddy2125
    @smartfreddy2125 Před 7 lety

    This color is amazing.

  • @julius8134
    @julius8134 Před 7 lety

    Hey Shmee150, great video as always.
    I would say that you should upgrade your Vanquish, even tho it is an awesome car. But you should not change it with the S.
    Everybody is different, but my Dad sold his Vanquish (it wasnt a carbon edition) and bought the Vanquish S, just like what you are thinking about. But after sone time he noticed, that the S didnt have enough changes. Yes, the S has a awesome sound, and some nice little features, but i dont think that this is the car for your upgrade.
    Long story short, he sold the S and bought a DB11, an awesome car btw.
    But if you love the car you should get it!
    Have an awesome day :)

  • @humphreybradley3060
    @humphreybradley3060 Před 6 lety

    Tim, if you’re coming to the London Classic Car Show in February, please pop by the AMOC stand, Red 10 will be there & it would be a pleasure to show you round it? H

    • @Shmee150
      @Shmee150  Před 6 lety

      I will not be at the show unfortunately.

  • @Bolek989
    @Bolek989 Před 7 lety

    Only a good move if you get it in that awesome color combo

  • @sebastianw2810
    @sebastianw2810 Před 7 lety +4

    How much more will You pay when you Trade/sell your other vanquish. ?? :)

  • @RemcoStoutjesdijk
    @RemcoStoutjesdijk Před 7 lety

    That rear end is sexy as hell. This is definitely not a typical Aston. Love it.

  • @AlphaLlama
    @AlphaLlama Před 7 lety

    Buy the vanquish s if you want! Its a really nice car. I love this colour combination, it looks really nice

  • @user-tt1uw1pi5t
    @user-tt1uw1pi5t Před 7 lety

    OH SHMEE YES PLEASE !!! THAT V12 SOUND IS OUT OF THIS WORLD ....

  • @reset1101
    @reset1101 Před 7 lety

    That car with the entertainment system of the DB11 would be perfect. I would sell my house to have a car with that sound in a heartbeat

  • @AutomotiveMike
    @AutomotiveMike Před 7 lety +14

    Just wait until the prices drop some more, first enjoy your other cars!

  • @swiss889
    @swiss889 Před 4 lety

    One of the best looking cars ever, so classy

  • @darshilbagadia
    @darshilbagadia Před 7 lety +1

    What is the best sounding v12 for you, btw amazing video.

    • @Shmee150
      @Shmee150  Před 7 lety +3

      Seriously tough call between the 6l Aston and the 6.3/6.5l Ferrari, I don't know.

  • @COMMANDERHAWK22
    @COMMANDERHAWK22 Před 7 lety +2

    fyi bond did infact get a vanquish in casino royal and quantum :) love your videos btw.

    • @Davidzc0
      @Davidzc0 Před 7 lety +4

      COMMANDERHAWK22 sorry pal. That was a DBS.

  • @TheBongReyes
    @TheBongReyes Před 7 lety

    I'd say get it if you really want to, Tim. But, to me, once you collect your GT-R, I think your original plan that the Volante was just a placeholder will go into fruition.

  • @tmat04
    @tmat04 Před 7 lety

    The only thing that I don't really like much about this car is wheels. It isn't that they're ugly. But they just don't look as nice as the optional one offered on the regular Vanquish model, and the Vanquish Zagato, in my opinion.

  • @StockiGTI
    @StockiGTI Před 7 lety

    That Plate makes my Day !!!
    SKI7 DYY = SKIT DAY
    xD

  • @TheDougSpot
    @TheDougSpot Před 7 lety

    I honestly don't see why you would. It's more of a cross grade than an upgrade. If it had the DB11 interior and infotainment package, then it would be a yes

  • @alexblag18
    @alexblag18 Před 7 lety

    This looks SO much better than the DB11

  • @enesalkovicguitar
    @enesalkovicguitar Před 7 lety +1

    For me, current generation Vanquish (especially Vanquish S) is the most beautiful AM ever made. It hase just too much style and presence, great engine and exhaust note. I really like this sepc, it just looks different and special, not that usual boring black/white/silver car, but only if it had carbon interior like yours... All in all if you are able to upgrade to Vanquish S, than why not.

  • @dimhundred
    @dimhundred Před 7 lety

    Hi Shmee.
    Why not "upgrading" to an Aston Martin DBS? Exactly how we have seen it in the James Bond Movies. Now that´s a real beauty.
    The current Vanquish surely is a beauty as well, but I personally would not go for it (if i had the money ;)) because of the rear end. The DBS is what I call perfect. From each angle. Yes, it´s an older platform. And probably, it is not produced anymore. But as you go for a carefully groomed used one with low mileage, you save some money. But way more important: You drive one of the most beautiful cars ever made.
    Just my opinon
    Cheers.

  • @Haha_G
    @Haha_G Před 7 lety

    Yessss bro that's all I have been tryna tell u in Comment section!!!

  • @diabloo6920
    @diabloo6920 Před 7 lety +1

    Shmee please come to Ignition on the Saturday!!

    • @Shmee150
      @Shmee150  Před 7 lety +2

      I cannot, I am only there on Friday.

  • @jamiequeen8557
    @jamiequeen8557 Před 7 lety

    How about waiting for the new Vanquish which supposedly is being released next year? Or do you think the waiting list might be too long

  • @campbellgilmore7315
    @campbellgilmore7315 Před 7 lety

    I know you like all these fast cars but with all this I would suggest a BMW 330e for city driving I have a few similar Cars to u but not as many(this is my sons account) but it's an awesome car that drives so well. It also does 2.1l per 100kms it's your choice but it has given me so much ease in city travel. Maybe test it to see

  • @FRMLA_H
    @FRMLA_H Před 7 lety

    "Damn that thing is sexy!!"
    I literally said that out loud.. mid shower..
    My phone struggled to process the speed at which I clicked this vid😂😂