Description
The Aston Martin Virage Volante is one of those cars that immediately gives you the feeling that you are dealing with something special. Elegant, stately and built with the craftsmanship for which Aston Martin is admired worldwide. This particular model is extra special: only 55,000 kilometres, full documentation from day one, and from a dedicated enthusiast. Fast Lane Magazine once described the Virage Volante as 'the most aristocratic of convertibles', and that is exactly how this car feels.
The Virage Volante was introduced in 1990 as the convertible in the Virage line, hand-built in Newport Pagnell. The aluminium body has that distinctive angular British style of the late 1980s and 1990s, but carries it with timeless class. Under the long bonnet lies the 5.3-litre V8 with 330 hp, equipped with four valves per cylinder and Weber Marelli injection, an engine developed in collaboration with Callaway in the US. This model is equipped with the more modern four-speed automatic transmission, which perfectly matches the relaxed, majestic character of this Volante.
The finish makes this car even more special. It comes in a deep, rich dark blue metallic paint, a colour that perfectly complements the elegant design. The exterior is in exceptional condition: the paintwork shines beautifully, the rubbers and windows look fresh, the soft top is almost new and the rims are free of damage. Thanks to a professional Works upgrade at the front, this Virage Volante looks better than many similar examples. This is undoubtedly one of the best-preserved Virage Volantes we have seen in recent years.
The luxury continues unabated inside. The interior is finished in soft light beige Connolly leather with dark blue piping, a classic Aston combination that perfectly matches the exterior. The seats have a light, beautiful patina, just as you would want in a carefully driven youngtimer. The woodwork, dashboard and carpets are in excellent condition, immediately showing that this car has been treated with great respect and care. Driving this Virage Volante is an experience in itself. The V8 starts with a chic but clear basic sound, elegant but with plenty of character. The automatic transmission makes it wonderfully suited to long, relaxed journeys, while the sport mode offers a surprising amount of liveliness for a convertible of this size. The brakes are powerful and confidence-inspiring, exactly what you would expect from a car with this stately appearance and weight.
All this makes this model one of the most attractive Virage Volantes on the market: original left-hand drive, only 223 ever built, and complete with all invoices and documents from day 1, including the original purchase invoice from 1998, when it was delivered new by Aston Martin dealer Kroymans. A time when the new price was comparable to that of a villa in a prime location.
In short: this is a Virage Volante for the true connoisseur. A rare opportunity to own an exceptionally well-preserved, fully documented and tastefully executed Aston Martin. Perfect for the serious collector, but also ideal for someone who wants to drive a luxurious, characterful youngtimer at a high level. An elegant convertible, exactly as Aston Martin intended.
