It took a year to build but she’s finally here! New V12VS
#31
04-10-2018, 05:37 PM
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Trust me it wasn’t easy. It was very stressful too as this was a fairly large expense and I was going to have to live with my choices for a long time. I actually went through 3 iterations before deciding on the final spec. Almost as stressful as choosing the design and finishing of a house, which I just recently did.
But in the end, it was worth it. Especially because it came out nicer that what I was expecting. The doors and the black switchgear with the orange accents weren’t available in the configurator but were suggested by Q. Apparently they liked the spec and helped me really make it special.
The whole experience with Aston Martin Manila, UK and the regional office in South East Asia was excellent. This was by far the best purchasing experience I’ve had, bar none. So kudos to the entire Aston Martin team! I actually told them to put me down for the new body Vantage IF they decide to build a V12 version! Hopefully it takes them a few years to arrive at that decision. :-)
But in the end, it was worth it. Especially because it came out nicer that what I was expecting. The doors and the black switchgear with the orange accents weren’t available in the configurator but were suggested by Q. Apparently they liked the spec and helped me really make it special.
The whole experience with Aston Martin Manila, UK and the regional office in South East Asia was excellent. This was by far the best purchasing experience I’ve had, bar none. So kudos to the entire Aston Martin team! I actually told them to put me down for the new body Vantage IF they decide to build a V12 version! Hopefully it takes them a few years to arrive at that decision. :-)
#32
06-26-2018, 04:16 AM
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Location: Manila, Philippines; New York, NY
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The aero kit just arrived! Looks like the front splitter, while the same height, now has a much lower approach angle.
I’m leaving the side skirts unpainted for now and I’ll see how I like it.
The power kit should be arriving soon.
I’m leaving the side skirts unpainted for now and I’ll see how I like it.
The power kit should be arriving soon.
#35
06-26-2018, 08:34 PM
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Check this out:
https://www.kwsuspensions.net/produc...ic_lift_system
I hate how high a lot of the speed bumps are in Manila -- especially in the subdivisions. A front lift kit is definitely a must!
https://www.kwsuspensions.net/produc...ic_lift_system
I hate how high a lot of the speed bumps are in Manila -- especially in the subdivisions. A front lift kit is definitely a must!
#36
06-26-2018, 08:53 PM
Join Date: Feb 2013
Location: Manila, Philippines; New York, NY
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https://www.kwsuspensions.net/produc...ic_lift_system
I hate how high a lot of the speed bumps are in Manila -- especially in the subdivisions. A front lift kit is definitely a must!
https://www.kwsuspensions.net/produc...ic_lift_system
I hate how high a lot of the speed bumps are in Manila -- especially in the subdivisions. A front lift kit is definitely a must!
check this out:
http://www.brrperformance.com/blog/?p=1990
#37
06-26-2018, 09:15 PM
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Rep Power: 53 I’ve made an inquiry with the local dealer of kw. Will it work with the stock dampers?
check this out:
http://www.brrperformance.com/blog/?p=1990
check this out:
http://www.brrperformance.com/blog/?p=1990
#38
06-27-2018, 10:09 AM
I just want to say what a beautiful car. The interior spec is lovely. I also wish we can get those seats without jumping thru lots of hoops and having to bypass airbag warning lights.
#39
07-05-2018, 02:00 AM
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Those are the regular seats. They aren’t all that comfortable though. I find the bucket seats to be more comfortable. And it feels like you’re actually sitting on the car.
#40
07-05-2018, 02:06 AM
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I may have found something that works. It does lift the car though by 16mm. So replacing the springs with something shorter by the same amount should do the trick.
iliftsystems.com
Anyone know what the length, ID and spring weights are for the stock springs front and rear?
iliftsystems.com
Anyone know what the length, ID and spring weights are for the stock springs front and rear?
Last edited by RickyG; 07-05-2018 at 05:02 AM.
#43
08-11-2018, 06:37 PM
[QUOTE=RickyG;4707895]I chose the orange calipers to tie in with my interior. But after having taken delivery, I noticed that the exterior needs a bit more orange but I’m not too keen on adding graphics. So I figured the Q badge with orange and white infills (it’s en route) plus maybe replacing the wings with something bespoke might do it. Subtle.
I’m choosing among these? Any thoughts?
So far I’m leaning towards this:
Aren't there any other choices ?
I’m choosing among these? Any thoughts?
So far I’m leaning towards this:
Aren't there any other choices ?
#44
08-11-2018, 08:50 PM
[QUOTE=Denny 6.53;4732595]
8th from the bottom, is a cool none.
Ron
I chose the orange calipers to tie in with my interior. But after having taken delivery, I noticed that the exterior needs a bit more orange but I’m not too keen on adding graphics. So I figured the Q badge with orange and white infills (it’s en route) plus maybe replacing the wings with something bespoke might do it. Subtle.
I’m choosing among these? Any thoughts?
So far I’m leaning towards this:
Aren't there any other choices ?
I’m choosing among these? Any thoughts?
So far I’m leaning towards this:
Aren't there any other choices ?
Ron
#45
08-11-2018, 10:50 PM
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Location: Manila, Philippines; New York, NY
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below are the “before” pics
Pics of this morning’s get together:
