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The Day Has Arrived! My Aston Is here!!

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Old Nov 16, 2011 | 08:25 AM
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Gorgeous! Congrats!
 
Old Nov 17, 2011 | 05:28 PM
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Thanks everyone

350 miles driven since I got it

1 this car feels much faster than a 911 s even though it isn't. This car makes Porsche feel almost soul less
2 the S was totally the right choice for me. It's fast enough by far and all around just works for me
3 the transmission is brilliant in sport mode and when using the paddles. Normal mode feels fine until you out your foot into it and the shifting feels very weird.
4 white was totally a great choice. It looks brilliant! Shows off the carbon fiber bits and just compliments the body lines
5 premium audio is well worth the upgrade. My iPhone songs sound amazing
6 the navi isn't that bad. Much better than Mercedes but can't touch the Porsche
7 the exhaust is amazing!!
8 the car is very comfortable to drive all day

Overall I now know this was a much better choice for me over the 911 gts
I am officially converted!
 
Old Nov 17, 2011 | 05:36 PM
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Oh and also want to add the following: In two weeks the windows get tinted. I also have the dealer looking at the glass in front of the gauges as there appears to be a smudge on the inside of the glass from the factory.

Bluetooth works well enough however is a bit temperamental.
I also had my first experience taking this to a place with a Valet. I simply asked the guy, have you driven one of these before. He said no. So I said, Ok where am I parking it for you? He then asked to take the key, I asked if he has a way to secure it since he cant tag it. He said no, I gave him my cell phone and said call me if you need it moved, Ill keep the key.
 
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Oh and also want to add the following: In two weeks the windows get tinted. I also have the dealer looking at the glass in front of the gauges as there appears to be a smudge on the inside of the glass from the factory.

Bluetooth works well enough however is a bit temperamental.
I also had my first experience taking this to a place with a Valet. I simply asked the guy, have you driven one of these before. He said no. So I said, Ok where am I parking it for you? He then asked to take the key, I asked if he has a way to secure it since he cant tag it. He said no, I gave him my cell phone and said call me if you need it moved, Ill keep the key.
Haha! Nice!

What was the issue with letting him drive, though?
 
Old Nov 17, 2011 | 05:49 PM
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Haha! Nice!

What was the issue with letting him drive, though?
I had the car delivered to me, and it had been a month since my test drive of a vantage. It took me a few minutes to remember the keys workings, It took me a few minutes to remember how to get the Ebrake to disengage. So I figured it would be easier to park it for him, than to explain it to him. I still tipped him. Also, the guy had key rings on his belt which I didnt want to scratch up anything.

Just an over nervous new parent.
 

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Old Nov 17, 2011 | 06:56 PM
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Originally Posted by 11CayenneS
I had the car delivered to me, and it had been a month since my test drive of a vantage. It took me a few minutes to remember the keys workings, It took me a few minutes to remember how to get the Ebrake to disengage. So I figured it would be easier to park it for him, than to explain it to him. I still tipped him. Also, the guy had key rings on his belt which I didnt want to scratch up anything.

Just an over nervous new parent.
Understood...
 
Old Nov 18, 2011 | 01:08 PM
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congrats on your new Vantage. it looks great.
 
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Originally Posted by 11CayenneS
Oh and also want to add the following: In two weeks the windows get tinted. I also have the dealer looking at the glass in front of the gauges as there appears to be a smudge on the inside of the glass from the factory.

Bluetooth works well enough however is a bit temperamental.
I also had my first experience taking this to a place with a Valet. I simply asked the guy, have you driven one of these before. He said no. So I said, Ok where am I parking it for you? He then asked to take the key, I asked if he has a way to secure it since he cant tag it. He said no, I gave him my cell phone and said call me if you need it moved, Ill keep the key.
I'd do the same. Wouldn't trust valet with an Aston
 
Old Nov 19, 2011 | 07:00 PM
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Nice car. Congrats & enjoy. You'll love your AM.
 
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Beautiful ride!
 
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I was talking to your dealer yesterday, I mentioned your car, he said you love it. They had an all black GTS cab at the car gtg amongst other rides.
 
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looks so good in white, nicely done.
 
Old Nov 23, 2011 | 12:38 PM
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I have to say these cars look great in white, I very nearly went white myself (!!) many congratulations on owning a stunning looking car.
 
Old Nov 23, 2011 | 01:09 PM
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Thanks do much. I did fall in love with the white! It really draws attention to all the carbon fiber bits
 
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Originally Posted by plastique999
I'd do the same. Wouldn't trust valet with an Aston
I don't trust valet's with any car.

Congrats on the new car.
 


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