1990 Aston Martin Virage
Vendor supplied images
Highlights
- Recent import to be offered with UK road registration
- Appears highly original throughout
- Reportedly drives smoothly
The Appeal
The Virage was Aston Martin’s flagship model, positioned above the all-new DB7 and boasting the enviable status of being entirely hand-built in Newport Pagnell. It was also one of the final appearances for Tadek Marek’s glorious quad-cam V8. So in many ways, the Virage marked the end of an era.
This left-hand drive 1990 example has recently arrived back on UK shores and is currently undergoing registration. While it’s yet to be driven on UK roads, the vendor has found that it appears to drive well, running smoothly and going through the gears correctly. The Virage appears very original and well-preserved throughout and the vendor comments that it appears free from notable imperfections.
For those seeking an old-school V8-engined Aston Martin GT, a Virage is well worth a look and this one would be a great option.
The History and Paperwork
- Recently imported to the UK
- We’re informed all import duties have been paid
- The vendor is currently processing NOVA paperwork and will offer the car with a UK registration
- Offered without prior service history
The Condition
- Handsome white paintwork with few visible blemishes
- Slight scratch/scuff to the front spoiler
- The OEM alloy wheels present well and are fitted with Bridgestone tyres
- The underside presents well and we’re not informed of any issues
- Black leather upholstery with white piping to complement the exterior scheme
- The woodwork looks in very good condition
- Electric heated seats with memory function
- Minimal wear apparent to the leather upholstery
- The carpets present well, as does the headlining and dashboard
- Sony DIN stereo fitted
- The controls, instruments and switchgear present well
The Mechanics
- 5.3-litre V8
- Three-speed automatic
- 330 horsepower
- All looks very original under the bonnet
- We’re informed that the Aston Martin appears to drive smoothly
- No yet tested on the road as it is currently undergoing road registration
- It will require MOT testing
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