2001 Aston Martin DB7 - V12 Vantage Manual transmission Pentland green

Aston Martin’s lineage is a study in timeless elegance and engineered soul — and this 2002 DB7 Vantage Coupe in Pentland Green is a rare, visceral chapter of that story. Finished in an almost classic, ton-sur-ton green with a sumptuous dark‑green leather interior, it wears its heritage proudly: lines that recall coachbuilt grand tourers, a handcrafted cabin, and the unmistakable presence of an Aston across the road.

What lifts this DB7 from beautiful to beguiling is the V12 mated to a six-speed manual — a combination that belongs to a different era of driving, when throttle, gearlever and engine felt far more connected. The 6.0-litre V12 delivers a rich, linear surge of power and a characterful soundtrack that modern cars can’t replicate without software. This is a car for someone who values engagement over convenience.

Rarity amplifies desirability: believed to be one of only ~300 manual DB7 Vantages (coupe and Volante combined), with coupe manuals assembled at Newport Pagnell, this example benefits from 22 years of single-owner care and full dealer maintenance — provenance that complements its mechanical integrity. With 80,654 km on the clock, it remains an authentic, usable classic rather than a museum piece.

For the collector who wants more than an object — for the driver who seeks a meaningful, sensual experience — this DB7 Vantage is an invitation: to hear the V12 breathe, to feel each gear engage, and to partake in a proud Aston Martin tradition that still rewards the hands and the heart. Viewing and detailed history available by appointment.