Gregor Wenner
Specialist Consultant
LOT 146 Ω
1994 Aston Martin Virage Vantage V600 Coupé Chassis no. SCFDAM1S1RBL70057 Engine no. 590/70057/M
Sold for €74,750 inc. premiumLot to be sold without reserve
Lot 146Ω
1994 Aston Martin Virage Vantage V600 Coupé
1994 Aston Martin Virage Vantage V600 Coupé
Chassis no. SCFDAM1S1RBL70057
Engine no. 590/70057/M
Chassis no. SCFDAM1S1RBL70057
Engine no. 590/70057/M
• Built to French specification
• Converted to full 'V600 Driving Dynamics' specification by AMWS
• Manual transmission
• Present ownership since 2011
• Converted to full 'V600 Driving Dynamics' specification by AMWS
• Manual transmission
• Present ownership since 2011
Footnotes
'Brutal' was a word used more than once to describe the fastest Aston Martin ever on its introduction in 1993, but as the Vantage had no less than 550bhp available to propel its two tons, the choice can only be judged fair comment.
Power came courtesy of a blown version of Aston's 5,340cc V8. Twin mechanically driven Eaton superchargers being preferred to turbo-charging on the grounds of superior throttle response. Quite apart from its stupendous maximum output of 550bhp, remarkable enough in itself, the engine is monstrously torquey, producing 550lb/ft at 4,000rpm.
For those in need of even greater performance, there was the 'V600' package of enhancements, developed by Works Service and first made available in 1998, which raised engine output to some 600 horsepower and included up-rated suspension, brakes, wheels, etc.
This left-hand drive Vantage was built to French specification and delivered new to Monaco finished in Cumberland Grey with black leather interior. Subsequently, in October 1999, it was converted to full 'V600 Driving Dynamics' specification by Aston Martin Works Service.
The current owner purchased the Vantage at Bonhams' sale at the Goodwood Revival Meeting in September 2011 (Lot 206). At that time the car displayed a total of 59,846 kilometres on the odometer and came with full AMWS history from 1999 to 2005. The Aston had not been used since 2008 when overfilling the engine with oil caused an hydraulic lock, necessitating a rebuild. When the Vantage was offered for sale in 2011, the engine had been removed and the car partially stripped, though no remedial work had been carried out. The engine has since been reinstalled but it is not known whether or not the vehicle is operational.
Sold strictly as viewed, the car comes with copies of the 2011 purchase invoice, Car Record Card and Warranty Acceptance, plus an original UK V5C Registration Certificate.
Please note that if this vehicle remains within the Netherlands, it will be subject to import duty at 10% (+VAT) and 21% Import VAT on the hammer price. Import rates to other EU Country's may vary for VAT rate and an administration fee will be charged to prepare the necessary customs clearances. Please note that if you purchase as an EU Company, the VAT amount will be calculated based on your registered countries rate. If you have any questions regarding customs clearance, please contact the Bonhams Motorcar Department or our recommended shippers.
Saleroom notices
Please note that the shown mileage on the odometer of this lot is of 59,846 km
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