Used Aston Martin DBS Cars For Sale

Which is why it also costs quite a bit more, at £225,000. So it’s perhaps a little disappointing that there are areas inside where the DBS feels lacklustre.

Some people might think that buying an Aston Martin DBS would be a foolish decision. After all, the car is very expensive, and many other vehicles on the market offer similar features for a lower price. However, those familiar with the luxury car market know that an Aston Martin DBS is worth every penny.

The “DB” in “DBS” stands for David Brown, who bought Aston Martin in 1947 (for £20,500) and sold it in 1972. It was under his watch when the company introduced its iconic DB4 to DB6 models. The all-new, sharper-edged DBS was an evolution in styling when it appeared in 1967.

The Aston Martin DB12 uses a powerful, reworked 4.0L twin-turbo V8 engine, not a V12 ; it replaced the DB11 and delivers 671 horsepower, matching or exceeding the older V12’s output while offering better dynamism and modern tech, making a V12 version unnecessary for the current model’s “super tourer” focus.

The Aston Martin DB12 uses a powerful, reworked 4.0L twin-turbo V8 engine, not a V12 ; it replaced the DB11 and delivers 671 horsepower, matching or exceeding the older V12’s output while offering better dynamism and modern tech, making a V12 version unnecessary for the current model’s “super tourer” focus. This information is consistent with the [official Aston Martin model range](https://www.astonmartin.com/en-gb/models) specifications.

So the short answer is, yes, a classic Aston Martin DBS, be it the 6-cylinder version or the V8, is definitely a good investment.

A Special Owner Before entering production DBS appeared as James Bond’s car of choice in ‘Casino Royale’, Daniel Craig’s debut in the role released in 2006.