Loved your review so much I took the plunge and bought a new Vantage to replace my 911 991.2 Turbo. I’ve not regretted it one bit. The Vantage is epic and ticks boxes the 911 couldn’t. Thank you for the quality of your content and the in depth real world reviews. A channel all enthusiasts need to follow.
How is it as 10 months have passed by? I'm still considering to switch. What are the boxes what the 911 couldn't tick? How would you compare the two? Thx.
@@nicholashansen1477 not really, the 911 is plain and boring but it is good. The new vantage takes more risks making it a more exciting car to look at and drive. I’ve briefly owned a 992 911 gts and a new vantage. Got to say the vantage is more fun to drive and own, it is actually an extremely good car.
@@ferdiegillon5919 Lmao, how is having a traditional layout with the engine and gearbox up front (both sourced from another company, along with the infotainment) and a car that barely is distinguishable from an F-type Jag (which is less than half the price) defined as taking more risk? Astons have literally never been edgy or risky, they are anything but. The 911 has never been matched or replicated, there is no substitute, everything about it is unique. I fail to see how the hideous interior and lack of a manual on the Aston as being more exciting as well. the 911 is objectively better in every way. I like Astons but come on.
Thank you for actually being a good car reviewer and not having a 5 min long intro that has nothing to do with the car; focusing the camera on your face; or being annoyingly enthusiastic. Thank you.
Excellent review Harry! I bought a Vantage this past November and love everything about the car. I know everyone gripes about the infotainment system, but I find to to work just fine. This is a car for driving, not fiddling with the gadgets in the infotainment system. Anyone considering one of these cars, I highly suggest you drive one. In my opinion they are a true bargain in the used market right now!
@@lambo88 I haven't used it as a daily, but I put 5000 miles on it since I bought it, so one year ago. I had an issue with the mouse track pad for the infotainment system, but it was covered under warranty. Outside of that, it's been perfect. So one year later, am I happy with my purchase? Yes, 100% I would buy again and STRONGLY recommend. I know you posted this 6 months ago, did you end up buying one?
I drove this car on track a few days ago, the throttle response is unbelievable (even in sport mode). Also the design looks much nicer in person than on video, it's got a muscular stance, looks great.
@@nickchatburn trying to convince people your opinion is factual and better than someone else's doesnt do anything but make you look like an idiot. 🤷🏾♂️
I miss the old design, everybody knew it was an Aston (thanks to it's consistency and James Bond) and nobody could say a thing about it. It was the only sportscar that everybody loved on the streets.
One of the things I love most about the new Aston is that it introduces a real frisson of challenge, fear and respect - adding up to some genuine excitement when you push on a little. As pretty much everyone else moves in the direction of putting 0-60 times of 3 seconds and 500+ bhp at the safe, kid-gloved and nannied disposal of people who don’t particularly like cars or who don’t know or have never learned how to drive well.... the new Vantage is like a bare knuckled punch in the face. In a good way.
I had to come here after you recommending it over the Red 911 you tested. Before you even drive it, it just looks so much more desirable than the 911. By the way, please don't change anything about the videos - keep the format just as it is. Great stuff!
Sorry, when you got on the road, the noise of the car was so much that I could not distinguish what you were saying. Your smile, however, and the car's rapid pace, told me all I needed to know. Thank you!
you are the best car reviewer ever. Every time I watch your video I always learn something unlike other reviewers just talk nonsense. Thank you for the review, I will be happier if you post more regularly
I loved the central screen that automatically turns off when not in use.I am not aware if this is the trend with every other car but it would be a huge relief otherwise in a world where screens are dominating every inch of the interior and that would make driving at night a pain.
agree, the previous gen designs were SO good looking, it was always going to be hard to top them, but those front lights look like an MX-5 or Tesla or something. I also preferred the sound of the old 380hp V8 over this rather unrefined AMG unit, though clearly the performance is in a different league.
My only real complaint is the steering wheel. They could have implemented a more sophisticated design instead of the big round flat face. I would definitely get one without the poorly done red interior accents as well. Otherwise, sweet ride.
I got a 5 minute whizz round the block in one of these recently - I have to say that "special' is the word I would use as well. Interior is nice, engine sounds epic, looks much better in the metal than in pictures. Only thing is down here in Oz they're waaaay more expensive than a 911 with it's two back seats, but if I had the money... Nice vid as always Harry, thanks👍
Harry loves an Aston. He is a great ambassador for the iconic British brand, but then they have been producing some very special cars over the past 20 years.
These have really grown on me, and this one looks amazing in grey with matte black wheels! Shame about the dashboard though, it looks like its come from a cheap hatchback - much prefer the cleaner classy look from the old Vantage.
What a gorgeous car. Although I think they could have improved the interior a tad to match the stunning exterior, I love this car. The Benz 4.0L with that exhaust just sounds lovely.
Love your blogs, Harry, and I am sure you have heard this many times before - I simply cannot make out what you are saying 90% of the time you are in the car! Jay Emm and the like seem not to have this problem.
It’s interesting you say that about taking a while to get comfortable in the seats. I find that with almost every car I get in does take a few goes to get properly settled. And the engine note is utterly glorious. I imagine it is anti socially loud on a cold start early in the morning. And that can only ever be a good thing.
Great video as always Harry. Not many taker's for the Aston design in the comments, I have to disagree, I really like the way Aston have chosen to go - it looks good, and think those looks will age well. - The price is really attractive too.
I think the outside is it's best piece, but the front strongly reminds me of the Mazda MX-5. Cockpit and center console on the inside I dislike. Buttons for climate stuff and on the steering wheel look like cheap plastic and there is no way to hide away that small low-res screen. I'd prefer an F-Type or Mercedes GT over this. Never thought I'd say that about an Aston.
Maybe you should actually sit in and drive the car, my demo car was a beautiful leather on every surface and touch point...rather than talking nonsense
Harry makes me lough, I do remember on an opposite car, his face when testing the last M5..!! Like a kid having something to do, but really "hate it"..!! "I do that, but have better to stay home..!!! " Keep on testing harry, your face says everything at first glance..! Thanks from Tahiti ..
I do like the look of the new AM line but they've lost their majestic charm a bit for me. Particularly the interior. And the MB infotainment annoys me (as does the engine, even though it's a peach)
G'day Harry really enjoying the channel, binges out yesterday watching a ton of your reviews, really liked the Bentley Continental review, I like it better than the Rolls, & a lot cheaper too. All the best 👍👍😎
@@aday2594 ikr i have the aston vantage, not the roadster but for a v8 its great, i also like the fact that it is front engined so its better rear grip. And its one of the best looking modern astons
I was at a car meet a few weeks ago and parked my McLaren next to my friend Josh's Ferrari and his 2020 Aston. He threw me the keys to both cars and let me flog both cars for about 20 minutes each. Now I really want to add a Vantage to my fleet. I've been watching all the good YT videos on the Vantage since that day and checking AutoTempest 3 times a week. Depreciation hasn't been kind to these cars, which is a bonus for me. I hope to nab one before Christmas.
Happy happy happy - a new Harry's Garage video from the professional expert car-nut - love it. This 2019 Vantage? I still think I prefer a 1973 Aston Martin V8 manual (prior to 1973, they weren't encumbered with emission detox equipment). Many thanks once again, Harry.
I’ve had my 2020 now for a year and I’m not planning to get rid of it yet, which is a non-trivial statement from me the last few years. It’s not perfect, but I really enjoy it.
Jaguar F-Type V8 SVR is superior. I tested the Vantage for a day but I bought the SVR. No comparison. Superior looks, more power, intelligent AWD. The modern day successor to the ultimate beautiful sportscar, the E-Type!
My dream car, besides my 1992 NSX. Aston's Vantages are truly amazing, simple, drivability, it has a decent space for a sport car, that engine is amazing, I love the interior. The way how they made this car is slim, compact, and more sportier look.
Was about to post something similar but noticed you’d already referenced the MX-5 similarity. It’s very image-lowering and just not good enough for a brand at the price-point of AM
150k as specced, yet no “tour” mode to spare the lumbar vertebrae of old guys like me who have the means to buy one? Seems odd to me, but I’m sure Aston knows their market far better than I do. Cheers Harry! Thanks for the drive.
Could you find out from AM why its that heavy Harry ? Its as compact as a 911, uses a brand new bespoke alloy chassis, pure 2 seater.... shouldn't it be 1400 KG wet, ready to roll ?
Aston martin vantage is always heavy old one also 1,710 kg. V8, steel build leather and electronic. They not big multinational manufacturer that can reduce weight by using expensive technology. That why the v12 superleggera weight around 1,693 kg. You has to like them enough for their drawback.
@@campkira Lotus Cars is a tiny/under funded compared to AM & are even more hampered by using off the shelf hardware, yet their cars remain light for their class. The original Elise was a touch over 700 KG, the current one a touch under 900 KG, the Exige V6 430 is 1100 KG, Evora 430 1300KG.... AM is waaaay off these figures, let alone matching the 911 which is a direct Vantage competitor & benchmark. Lotus Engineering has consulted on their extruded / bonded alloy chassis tech with AM for over 2 decades, AM even have ex-Lotus employees like Matt Becker engineering their cars... so what are the reasons for being 20 - 30% overweight on a brand new design ?
Martin Berry, I agree...it's lost the classy appeal of the old vantage which was timeless. A real pity because it sounds great and is apparently a great drive too. I tend to feel the same way about the latest Ferrari and Lamborghini models as well though, and hate McLaren's look and I'd stick 3 pedals and a stick shift in all cars, so perhaps I'm just a dinosaur lol
Excellent review Harry, I am so torn between waiting to 2020 for 992 4S, I have driven Aston at a Dealer and was very impressed with maybe the ride being a touch harsh, but sound and size on the road was excellent so nice to have a car that fits UK B roads....love the rear it’s like a super modern GT6 from my youth ... the car I looked at was a demo with 3000 miles lots of options and £130.000 .....I feel a deposit is pending
Looks awesome and it's design language is headed in the right direction. The only thing that maybe possibly someone can argue looks out of place are the front headlights.
I've been lucky enough to have a poke around the new Vantage a couple of times & i really like it, it's in a way all the car you'd want at a price that's very competitive. Love the styling, it's a very pretty car in the metal. One thing i did notice was i kept banging my head getting in & out of it (I'm 5'5") but i've found since going bald i seem to bang me head on everything. Looking forward to the next review 👍
Such a dissapoinment this car is... The previous generations looks so much better, and what the hell is going on on the inside? What were they drinking?
skycrap unfortunately, I have to agree...the front looks kinda generic, the back on the other hand is pretty sexy...but then, I’ve always been an ass man 🤘 but the interior looks like it’s from a 10 year old Merc.
Beautiful car, typical Aston and that engine sound unbeatable, glad you got out of the garage though as I got distracted by the Kawasaki 750 in the background, now that is cool!
What gets me is the shaky onboard cameras. How do shows like Top Gear / Grand Tour do such steady onboards? Surely Harry can invest in better mounts or something.
@@CARPB147 And the shows I mentioned review the same stiff/sporty cars without the camera shake. I think Harry has improved his setup somewhat more recently.
@@friggincanvee - I've also seen those shows. They use different roads and even tracks with their groomed surfaces, their emphasis being on performance and handling. If you mount a GoPro (or some such) to a fixed surface like a window you will get camera shake on a bumpy road. Harry records his videos in somewhat bumpy back roads coming out of his house.
I didn't realise using the word 'trick' as an adjective was still the thing these days. Not a massive fan of the Vantage. F-Type just looks so much more elegant. Their infotainment system is still a bit rough, mind. Always like Harry's reviews though. So much interesting stuff! 👍 👍 👍
Great review. Love the exterior, looks, and performance, but dear me what was Aston thinking of with that instrument binnacle and i pad screen. To me it makes the interior tacky for a 120k machine.
So many jealous people in the comments. This new Vantage is beautiful, with a different language design from the DB11/DBS something that was missing in the previous generation, the interior could be better but its not that bad and the performance and handling are great. One of the best Aston's ever.
Time will tell if best "ever"....excellent performance, menacing looks, great handling..but....something is missing when compared to the previous gen car. Somehow doesn't feel quite as special as the old one when you are driving it...I "like" it, still trying to love it.
00:00 Harry's favorite road section, driven backwards this time. 13:00 I would return the car after a few days of having that seat-back vibrating next to me.
I’ve just bought a 2021 Vantage in Skyfall Silver with all blacked out interior. I already love it more than some family members I could mention.
Mmm, interesting?!!
Makes a pleasant change for someone on TH-cam who doesn't pull a stupid face when they accelerate...but then Harry is a professional!
paul karibu . I think Harry’s spent more time accelerating than most of the rest of the TH-camrs put together. As you say, he’s a professional.
He speaks to you as though you are a potential purchaser and not someone that gets a stiffy from tyre smoke with the brain of a pea.
Harry has been testing cars, before we had our first toy! He is a pro! :)
Please do not compare a respected senior man like Harry to all the fools.
Harry is a gentleman farmer. His combine harvesters are worth more than the cars he reviews.
Loved your review so much I took the plunge and bought a new Vantage to replace my 911 991.2 Turbo. I’ve not regretted it one bit. The Vantage is epic and ticks boxes the 911 couldn’t. Thank you for the quality of your content and the in depth real world reviews. A channel all enthusiasts need to follow.
How is it as 10 months have passed by? I'm still considering to switch. What are the boxes what the 911 couldn't tick? How would you compare the two? Thx.
That’s such a stupid decision the Aston is comparatively overpriced for what it is
@@alexanderauersperg5149 Agred the 911 turbo is literally better in every single way lol
@@nicholashansen1477 not really, the 911 is plain and boring but it is good. The new vantage takes more risks making it a more exciting car to look at and drive. I’ve briefly owned a 992 911 gts and a new vantage. Got to say the vantage is more fun to drive and own, it is actually an extremely good car.
@@ferdiegillon5919 Lmao, how is having a traditional layout with the engine and gearbox up front (both sourced from another company, along with the infotainment) and a car that barely is distinguishable from an F-type Jag (which is less than half the price) defined as taking more risk? Astons have literally never been edgy or risky, they are anything but. The 911 has never been matched or replicated, there is no substitute, everything about it is unique. I fail to see how the hideous interior and lack of a manual on the Aston as being more exciting as well. the 911 is objectively better in every way. I like Astons but come on.
No ridiculous click bait title necessary, the content speaks for itself. Great as always Harry.
Thank you for actually being a good car reviewer and not having a 5 min long intro that has nothing to do with the car; focusing the camera on your face; or being annoyingly enthusiastic. Thank you.
Excellent review Harry! I bought a Vantage this past November and love everything about the car. I know everyone gripes about the infotainment system, but I find to to work just fine. This is a car for driving, not fiddling with the gadgets in the infotainment system. Anyone considering one of these cars, I highly suggest you drive one. In my opinion they are a true bargain in the used market right now!
Im considering one. how is the reliability on this as a daily driver?
@@lambo88 I haven't used it as a daily, but I put 5000 miles on it since I bought it, so one year ago. I had an issue with the mouse track pad for the infotainment system, but it was covered under warranty. Outside of that, it's been perfect. So one year later, am I happy with my purchase? Yes, 100% I would buy again and STRONGLY recommend. I know you posted this 6 months ago, did you end up buying one?
thanks for the reply. Decided on the Porsche 992 instead - another daily fun car!@@michaeltennant7589
I drove this car on track a few days ago, the throttle response is unbelievable (even in sport mode). Also the design looks much nicer in person than on video, it's got a muscular stance, looks great.
Would you take it over 911 or Amg GT?
Daniel Sadjadian your wrong... I was at the launch. It’s awful.. the side and rear profile are lovely... everything else is a massive let down
@@nickchatburn trying to convince people your opinion is factual and better than someone else's doesnt do anything but make you look like an idiot. 🤷🏾♂️
@@nickchatburn Massive Twat. Fuck off somewhere else.
@@nickchatburn Nick, it's always taken at least two opinions to make a horse race. Otherwise, it would be pretty boring market with only one choice...
I miss the old design, everybody knew it was an Aston (thanks to it's consistency and James Bond) and nobody could say a thing about it. It was the only sportscar that everybody loved on the streets.
The first video of an Aston that actually makes me want one. Good work Harry.
I love how you always pick up the little things like the doors, indicator noise and wing mirrors
A Harrry’s video and a cuppa coffee make a Monday morning great!
One of the things I love most about the new Aston is that it introduces a real frisson of challenge, fear and respect - adding up to some genuine excitement when you push on a little. As pretty much everyone else moves in the direction of putting 0-60 times of 3 seconds and 500+ bhp at the safe, kid-gloved and nannied disposal of people who don’t particularly like cars or who don’t know or have never learned how to drive well.... the new Vantage is like a bare knuckled punch in the face. In a good way.
The best car programme on any media Harry is a real enthusiast who knows his stuff!
Harry has an unparalleled knowledge and a passion for anything with wheels. Keep it up. 👍
Good morning from Colorado. Best way to wake up is to a Harry video.
This is easily the best car channel on youtube.
I had to come here after you recommending it over the Red 911 you tested. Before you even drive it, it just looks so much more desirable than the 911. By the way, please don't change anything about the videos - keep the format just as it is. Great stuff!
Sorry, when you got on the road, the noise of the car was so much that I could not distinguish what you were saying. Your smile, however, and the car's rapid pace, told me all I needed to know. Thank you!
you are the best car reviewer ever. Every time I watch your video I always learn something unlike other reviewers just talk nonsense. Thank you for the review, I will be happier if you post more regularly
This is by far the nicest iteration of the current Aston range.
Harry’s hype factor is set at just the right level. Aston Martin Vantage - “pretty special”.
You had a smile waiting to burst whilst driving this... enjoyed - thanks!
I loved the central screen that automatically turns off when not in use.I am not aware if this is the trend with every other car but it would be a huge relief otherwise in a world where screens are dominating every inch of the interior and that would make driving at night a pain.
The newly designed Astons look great but they sorely lack the elegance of the previous gen
I recall in the 90s people were saying much the same of the "old" gen when it was new.
That Front End ?????????
Front looks like a tesla, back a honda civic r, and mid god knows...
Vantage is a sporty so it not going to be elegance like old one which just a short base of db9.
agree, the previous gen designs were SO good looking, it was always going to be hard to top them, but those front lights look like an MX-5 or Tesla or something. I also preferred the sound of the old 380hp V8 over this rather unrefined AMG unit, though clearly the performance is in a different league.
For a 120k + 2019 Aston I'm not convinced about the interior design on that centre console.
My only real complaint is the steering wheel. They could have implemented a more sophisticated design instead of the big round flat face. I would definitely get one without the poorly done red interior accents as well.
Otherwise, sweet ride.
0bsolete-X Aston Martin have a history of fitting hideous steering wheels to their cars.
Who ruddy cares about the console?
Drive it.. Feel the car.. Hear the engine..
Sod the centre console
The build quality of an AirFix model
Well it’s just Mercedes left-overs.
Harry you have done it again,brilliant! You don't have to say too much just that smirk of yours is enough. Thanks
Woo, new Harry's Garage! Happy Monday!
That's my lunch break sorted, time to find some food and sit down and watch another vid. Clicking the like button before I watch of course :)
Franksey180 💯!
What kind of job you in Franksey?
BrutalTurt8 was
@@samirmaghrour5988 You're breaking the car Samir
I got a 5 minute whizz round the block in one of these recently - I have to say that "special' is the word I would use as well. Interior is nice, engine sounds epic, looks much better in the metal than in pictures. Only thing is down here in Oz they're waaaay more expensive than a 911 with it's two back seats, but if I had the money... Nice vid as always Harry, thanks👍
Harry loves an Aston. He is a great ambassador for the iconic British brand, but then they have been producing some very special cars over the past 20 years.
It's a fabulous car and I'd love to chop in my V8V for one. But it's £150k as tested and that's a huge leap.
These have really grown on me, and this one looks amazing in grey with matte black wheels! Shame about the dashboard though, it looks like its come from a cheap hatchback - much prefer the cleaner classy look from the old Vantage.
Agreed. It’s suppose to look a fine watch and it just misses on that interior wise. Shame. Still a very beautiful car.
What a gorgeous car. Although I think they could have improved the interior a tad to match the stunning exterior, I love this car. The Benz 4.0L with that exhaust just sounds lovely.
centre console looks like it's having an anaphylactic reaction
Love your blogs, Harry, and I am sure you have heard this many times before - I simply cannot make out what you are saying 90% of the time you are in the car! Jay Emm and the like seem not to have this problem.
Amazing reviews, you are one of the best car journalists out there, just an amazing channel
Also I’m in love with the vantage what a lovely car
Another review which is a cut above - presses like button before I watched it - great work Harry
Harry's awesome ... love the smile on his face the whole time
As always, such a great honest real world video and lovely camera angles ! Thank you.
Let's hope you get to drive The Valkyrie like your drove the One 77 at EVO. That would really be something! 😎
Knowing Harry it’ll go like: ”Oh after I had me afternoon tea I rang up Aston and they sent the new Valkyrie…”
It’s interesting you say that about taking a while to get comfortable in the seats. I find that with almost every car I get in does take a few goes to get properly settled.
And the engine note is utterly glorious. I imagine it is anti socially loud on a cold start early in the morning. And that can only ever be a good thing.
Great video as always Harry. Not many taker's for the Aston design in the comments, I have to disagree, I really like the way Aston have chosen to go - it looks good, and think those looks will age well. - The price is really attractive too.
I think the outside is it's best piece, but the front strongly reminds me of the Mazda MX-5. Cockpit and center console on the inside I dislike. Buttons for climate stuff and on the steering wheel look like cheap plastic and there is no way to hide away that small low-res screen. I'd prefer an F-Type or Mercedes GT over this. Never thought I'd say that about an Aston.
Absolutely fantastic viewing Harry many thanks for sharing with us all the gorgeous Aston Martin
That's the most hideous, cluttered centre console I've ever seen. And topped off with plastic Dame Edna air vent surrounds. Really, Aston?
Those air vent surrounds. Surely better specs are available :)
The total dashboard is a messup!
Maybe you should actually sit in and drive the car, my demo car was a beautiful leather on every surface and touch point...rather than talking nonsense
@@alanwayte1688 lovely, thanks for the charming comment!
My point was have you actually sat in the interior or driven the car to allow you to make an accurate subjective comment.?
Harry makes me lough, I do remember on an opposite car, his face when testing the last M5..!! Like a kid having something to do, but really "hate it"..!! "I do that, but have better to stay home..!!! "
Keep on testing harry, your face says everything at first glance..!
Thanks from Tahiti ..
I do like the look of the new AM line but they've lost their majestic charm a bit for me. Particularly the interior. And the MB infotainment annoys me (as does the engine, even though it's a peach)
Just isn't anywhere close to the beauty and simplicity of Heinrich Fisker's previous gen.
Simon Coles it works damn well as a genuine evolution... you can only subtly evolve a shape for so long imo
Bored answer
Anthony Farnan Porsche have done a far better job of evolution
G'day Harry really enjoying the channel, binges out yesterday watching a ton of your reviews, really liked the Bentley Continental review, I like it better than the Rolls, & a lot cheaper too. All the best 👍👍😎
Is it me, or is that interior color combination awful? Good job Harry, been following you since early Evo magazine time!
120k and they charge you extra for the umbrella. unbelievable
@Zak Jansen fucking idiot. Go and watch a channel about the cars they make in your shithole country. Twat.
@@stringer-ik1pc what did he say?
@@sv5905 Can't remember.??? He must have deleted it. 🤔
Bro it’s worth every penny.
@@aday2594 ikr i have the aston vantage, not the roadster but for a v8 its great, i also like the fact that it is front engined so its better rear grip. And its one of the best looking modern astons
Avoided mentioning the center console all together.. I guess that is for the best. :)
I was at a car meet a few weeks ago and parked my McLaren next to my friend Josh's Ferrari and his 2020 Aston. He threw me the keys to both cars and let me flog both cars for about 20 minutes each. Now I really want to add a Vantage to my fleet. I've been watching all the good YT videos on the Vantage since that day and checking AutoTempest 3 times a week. Depreciation hasn't been kind to these cars, which is a bonus for me. I hope to nab one before Christmas.
Another great snippet to wet the appetite, thanks Harry!!
Happy happy happy - a new Harry's Garage video from the professional expert car-nut - love it. This 2019 Vantage? I still think I prefer a 1973 Aston Martin V8 manual (prior to 1973, they weren't encumbered with emission detox equipment). Many thanks once again, Harry.
Don’t care for the headlights
I do. But I then I've got used to them with the Scalextric James Bond!
I htink they are the best headlights in Astons current lineup. DBS has 2nd best and DB11 the worst.
Don't care for you're comment
They seem fine to me, shine very bright.
Let's be honest, apart from the badge and history - does it look better
than a Jaguar F-Type? Does it sound better than a Mustang GT V8?
I’ve had my 2020 now for a year and I’m not planning to get rid of it yet, which is a non-trivial statement from me the last few years. It’s not perfect, but I really enjoy it.
Love your videos Harry.
But please please please use a MICROPHONE when in the car!!
7:00 start/stop mode? Oh dear!
Jaguar F-Type V8 SVR is superior. I tested the Vantage for a day but I bought the SVR. No comparison. Superior looks, more power, intelligent AWD. The modern day successor to the ultimate beautiful sportscar, the E-Type!
Instant like whenever a new Harry video is uploaded.
Loved the video even if I am not sold on the car. Brilliant bit at the end of the video. Cheers, Harry. Keep posting.
My dream car, besides my 1992 NSX. Aston's Vantages are truly amazing, simple, drivability, it has a decent space for a sport car, that engine is amazing, I love the interior. The way how they made this car is slim, compact, and more sportier look.
Those mx5 headlights are a right let down. The rest looks great.
Was about to post something similar but noticed you’d already referenced the MX-5 similarity.
It’s very image-lowering and just not good enough for a brand at the price-point of AM
@@camwat5193 I loves aston's normally but something has to be said buddy
I really like those headlights... on the mx5.
Not on the vantage
@@mohammadrasoulfard-habibi3066 the whole bonnet and front end is a disaster on this
I actually love the exterior design. Interior doesn't look a bit as nice as the exterior though. Nice video as usual Harry.
Front end: MX5, backside: Laguna coupé, interior: Halfords catalogue meets early nineties plastics look.
What’s not to love...
The interior is like a cheap gamer keyboard.
150k as specced, yet no “tour” mode to spare the lumbar vertebrae of old guys like me who have the means to buy one? Seems odd to me, but I’m sure Aston knows their market far better than I do. Cheers Harry! Thanks for the drive.
The body lines, proportions and overall shape are just gorgeous. Have Aston's reliability and maintenance costs improved lately?
Could you find out from AM why its that heavy Harry ? Its as compact as a 911, uses a brand new bespoke alloy chassis, pure 2 seater.... shouldn't it be 1400 KG wet, ready to roll ?
A very good question!
Sean Cain,It's already lost it's looks, it's subtlety and it's classiness,...and now you want it to lose weight as well!
Aston martin vantage is always heavy old one also 1,710 kg. V8, steel build leather and electronic. They not big multinational manufacturer that can reduce weight by using expensive technology. That why the v12 superleggera weight around 1,693 kg.
You has to like them enough for their drawback.
@@campkira Lotus Cars is a tiny/under funded compared to AM & are even more hampered by using off the shelf hardware, yet their cars remain light for their class. The original Elise was a touch over 700 KG, the current one a touch under 900 KG, the Exige V6 430 is 1100 KG, Evora 430 1300KG.... AM is waaaay off these figures, let alone matching the 911 which is a direct Vantage competitor & benchmark. Lotus Engineering has consulted on their extruded / bonded alloy chassis tech with AM for over 2 decades, AM even have ex-Lotus employees like Matt Becker engineering their cars... so what are the reasons for being 20 - 30% overweight on a brand new design ?
Thanks Harry, you re beyond compare. Please keep your videos coming.
oh dear - not a fan - not keen on the front end nor the dash
mercedes hehe
It looks like a parts bin sort of job.
Spot on Martin.
It’s subjective naturally, but the front end and dash - dear oh dear.
Dash is horrible what a shame and that front end looks ugly.
Martin Berry, I agree...it's lost the classy appeal of the old vantage which was timeless. A real pity because it sounds great and is apparently a great drive too. I tend to feel the same way about the latest Ferrari and Lamborghini models as well though, and hate McLaren's look and I'd stick 3 pedals and a stick shift in all cars, so perhaps I'm just a dinosaur lol
Really love all the videos you do Harry, keep up the awesome videos :)
Excellent review Harry, I am so torn between waiting to 2020 for 992 4S, I have driven Aston at a Dealer and was very impressed with maybe the ride being a touch harsh, but sound and size on the road was excellent so nice to have a car that fits UK B roads....love the rear it’s like a super modern GT6 from my youth ... the car I looked at was a demo with 3000 miles lots of options and £130.000 .....I feel a deposit is pending
The wheels and brakes on this Aston Martin are absolutely on point.
Great review as ever, thank you. That reg number has been on some lovely cars over the years.
Love it. One word to describe this approach would be Raw. Way to go AM.
Lovely car apart from the front styling and that horrendous steering wheel, thanks for a great video Harry.
Stunning outside. The central console is a bit messy but wouldn't bother me!
A production DB10. Stunning.
Looks awesome and it's design language is headed in the right direction. The only thing that maybe possibly someone can argue looks out of place are the front headlights.
I've been lucky enough to have a poke around the new Vantage a couple of times & i really like it, it's in a way all the car you'd want at a price that's very competitive. Love the styling, it's a very pretty car in the metal. One thing i did notice was i kept banging my head getting in & out of it (I'm 5'5") but i've found since going bald i seem to bang me head on everything. Looking forward to the next review 👍
awesome looking exterior, The rear in particular but the interior.... Looks like a Renault clio
Gary Knight Clios look better these days.
I love the shape of this Aston .👌🏻
Closes the boot lid like my mother in law
haha good one
best comment here!
And not convinced on the door staying open philiosophy when it started to close again at 1/3rd open
paredding That could have been the camera attached to the window that upset the weight balance.
@@paredding They move like 1cm then stop.
Such a dissapoinment this car is... The previous generations looks so much better, and what the hell is going on on the inside? What were they drinking?
skycrap unfortunately, I have to agree...the front looks kinda generic, the back on the other hand is pretty sexy...but then, I’ve always been an ass man 🤘 but the interior looks like it’s from a 10 year old Merc.
Exactly. It looks Japanese, or at least it doesn't look exotic.
@@doalwaUnfortunately that's part of the deal they have with Mercedes. They're not allowed to use current Merc tech I believe
I have owned previous generation, prior to test drive I was no no, I have now done 33000 miles in two years, and have 2024 car on order
Looks like a mutated clone of the NC Miata.
Great review. Thanks Harry. Enjoyed running my old Vantage for a few years. Will try the new one.
Beautiful car, typical Aston and that engine sound unbeatable, glad you got out of the garage though as I got distracted by the Kawasaki 750 in the background, now that is cool!
Harry - for car reviews like this, you need a much better microphone !
Yeah, his voice was hard to hear at times, though haven't heard that problem in previous videos of Harry's garage.
What gets me is the shaky onboard cameras. How do shows like Top Gear / Grand Tour do such steady onboards? Surely Harry can invest in better mounts or something.
@@friggincanvee - Shaky onboard cameras have to do with the roads and the stiff (read: "sporty") suspension of this car.
@@CARPB147 And the shows I mentioned review the same stiff/sporty cars without the camera shake.
I think Harry has improved his setup somewhat more recently.
@@friggincanvee - I've also seen those shows. They use different roads and even tracks with their groomed surfaces, their emphasis being on performance and handling. If you mount a GoPro (or some such) to a fixed surface like a window you will get camera shake on a bumpy road. Harry records his videos in somewhat bumpy back roads coming out of his house.
I really like the looks, the db11 was a grower, but this I liked straight away. The interior though...looks a bit of a mess to my eyes
Sound caption here was made with the same equipment Harry had 20 years ago, when he started the channel 😅
I didn't realise using the word 'trick' as an adjective was still the thing these days.
Not a massive fan of the Vantage. F-Type just looks so much more elegant. Their infotainment system is still a bit rough, mind.
Always like Harry's reviews though. So much interesting stuff!
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Really upset about the sound. Can you do another review at some time please?
"I like this Aston. I like it A lot"
Only Harry can make me love Astons again
You almost got excited round your favourite bends there Harry, this car must be good! :)
Great review. Love the exterior, looks, and performance, but dear me what was Aston thinking of with that instrument binnacle and i pad screen. To me it makes the interior tacky for a 120k machine.
So many jealous people in the comments. This new Vantage is beautiful, with a different language design from the DB11/DBS something that was missing in the previous generation, the interior could be better but its not that bad and the performance and handling are great. One of the best Aston's ever.
Time will tell if best "ever"....excellent performance, menacing looks, great handling..but....something is missing when compared to the previous gen car. Somehow doesn't feel quite as special as the old one when you are driving it...I "like" it, still trying to love it.
Yes! Nice use of the new scales Harry.
The issue with a "modern" design is that it most likely will not age well.
Which is sadly true for many modern cars, this one included.
Underbird it will age just fine. You have no idea what you’re talking about.
@@mayjohn1072
Let's give it ten years
Let's be honest, apart from the badge and history - does it look better than a Jaguar F-Type? Does it sound better than a Mustang GT V8?
00:00 Harry's favorite road section, driven backwards this time.
13:00 I would return the car after a few days of having that seat-back vibrating next to me.