Good day, I’m relatively new to this forum but looking for guidance from those more in the know with Astons. I’m looking to acquire a 2015 db9 with low miles (~10000). It looks to be well taken care of and only driven a few hundred miles in past 1.5-2 yes by current owner. He had it inspected at time of purchase. But lack of driving it and sitting around for that long worries me. Should I 1) have it reinspected and 2) get an oil change done right away if I end up purchasing the car?
any input much appreciated
thx

 

Samai,
10,000 miles is not low for a 2015 dB9, you should have the oil and filter replaced. Have the belts and clutch wear checked, inspect the tires, listen for valve tapping, check interior panels for leather peeling off, make sure all dash indicators light up on start and extinguish after start. Also ask to see the CarFax (and Smog Inspection if required). These should have been done by the inspection performed at the time of purchase, but double-checking won't hurt...

 

Service records are the first thing you should review. If there are no records, I would pause. 95% of Aston owners keep records. Also ask to see the owners manual, if the service was done at an Aston dealer stamps will be in the book and the servicing dealer will have additions notes about the car. The manual will indicate the suggested servicing as well. Drive the car, not for 10 minutes, if your serious a 30-45 drive will let you know about the car and its handling, shifting & breaking. Check the head and tail lights for moisture spots. Ask if it has a coating/paint protection of any kind on the paint? If you are not sure you can have the car inspected (PPI) by a reputable third party. There a couple of Aston buying guide in the form books listed in the DYI section of this forum that most believe are very helpful. DB9"s are a reliable, enjoyable & good looking ride with the traditional Aston lines.
Good luc in your search!

 

Thx for all the input
ill really need to do a lot more homework!

 

All the above and don't be in a hurry. My DB9 took 8 months to find and that was quick. 2 years and 9,000 miles later, she's a keeper!

 

In general though, aren’t the DB9.2s fraught with less issues than the earlier year DB9s?
thats a big reason why I’m opting for the later model years. All in all, hopefully more peace of mind going forward

 

They're an arguably better car as AM made many improvements even year-to-year from the very first DB9's. However it just depends on what the asking price is for that car, as to whether you may judge that it's worth it for the vehicle you're getting.

A really good book to read before purchase is "The Definitive Guide to Gaydon Era Aston Martin" found on Amazon here: . Just get the Kindle version, as the hardcopy book is hard to come by. I was really well-equipped as a buyer after reading that book.

 

Since you are looking at a car that is less than 10 years old I would consider buying an extended factory warranty. There are several posts on the subject including quoted prices. Search this forum for more info.

 

Always, always get a PPI no matter if it's a 3K car or 300,000. Don't trust a dealer, the one in DC tried to sell me a DB9 GT with known paintwork as being perfect and denied the paintwork. The Manager even denied it and lied through his teeth, luckily I found the auction information before it was traded in to the dealership. Many AM Dealers have been a horrible experience overall and sizably more than any other brand I've dealt with, Ferrari, Maserati, Bentley. The person Norbert at AM Chicago was straightforward but still get a PPI the same dealership sold someone a car where they had to buy it back. So even if the salesman is honest they may blindly trust their techs/ Manager to be honest when they are ones doing the inspection. Get a good local mechanic to check it. Offer to pay / coordinate the PPI. If a third party is selling the car most honest ones will be fine with a inspection at a dealership.

 

FWIW go to YouTube and watch the Bamford Rose videos. There is a ton of information there and other YouTube videos.

 

Yep, including that some PPI's aren't worth their salt compared to others. There are many components on an Aston that you just can't get to in order to inspect without removal of other components. Not saying that I can offer a way to review PPI's unless others have specific experience with dealerships here, but just be aware that a PPI from a service shop that cuts corners and fast-tracks things isn't going to be worth the money you pay for it.

 

maintenance records are more important for the engine/tranny then a PPI. A PPI can find those things that are visible to the detail oriented mechanic. You might consider an oil analysis if you are unsure of the state of the engine. That will tell you much about how the bearings are holding up...

 

Just get something with Aston Martin Premium Extended Warranty and worry about nothing.
Thanks,
JH