Vantage GT12: The Best Car Aston Martin Ever Made?

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  • @bad-bunnyblogger8171
    @bad-bunnyblogger8171 4 роки тому +212

    You can tell the owner of these cars is a true car guy. He's spent all of his money on two fantastic Aston Martin's when that house is in desperate need of restoration. 0:06

    • @550_8
      @550_8 4 роки тому +1

      well i doubt it

    • @bad-bunnyblogger8171
      @bad-bunnyblogger8171 4 роки тому +38

      @@550_8 well probably should take the comment with a pinch of salt and a dash of humour?

    • @bad-bunnyblogger8171
      @bad-bunnyblogger8171 4 роки тому +22

      @@freeskier6377 take it a as a joke, damn party poopers everywhere. 😂
      Not stupid, of course I know that isn't his house.
      Jesus, give me strength! Lol

    • @bad-bunnyblogger8171
      @bad-bunnyblogger8171 4 роки тому +12

      @@freeskier6377 of course it's made up, I made it up. Lol

    • @callisto537
      @callisto537 4 роки тому +1

      Hahhahahhaha

  • @10Tenths
    @10Tenths 4 роки тому +58

    This generation of Vantage was such a gorgeous car. The GT12 just turned up the aggressiveness and unleashed that V12 which gave it so much character!

  • @azzalfc74
    @azzalfc74 4 роки тому +131

    I drive that road everyday to work in my JCW, can’t help but think it would be more fun in the GT12...

    • @mathieuxpanacho6898
      @mathieuxpanacho6898 4 роки тому +9

      Mate... Enjoy your JCW, and appreciate what you have in life

    • @azzalfc74
      @azzalfc74 4 роки тому +8

      Mathieux Panacho oh believe me I love my car that’s not a complaint

    • @carcreationsyt
      @carcreationsyt 4 роки тому +3

      Every time I drive a super quick car, Im like, "sell everything!!", but when I get back in my JCW I realize that I don't need anything else in life

    • @azzalfc74
      @azzalfc74 4 роки тому +3

      carcreations yeah that’s true, I have been fortunate enough to drive some special cars as part of my job and I do love my JCW, the way it handles and the noise it makes, good honest fun

    • @carcreationsyt
      @carcreationsyt 4 роки тому +3

      @@azzalfc74 Exactly! I recommend it to everyone lol

  • @dbd2191
    @dbd2191 4 роки тому +114

    If I rob a bank and get caught, I'm blaming you, I want that car lol.

    • @seenthroughglass
      @seenthroughglass  4 роки тому +78

      What if we rob a bank together

    • @dbd2191
      @dbd2191 4 роки тому +18

      @@seenthroughglass I'm driving lol and if you don't get caught and I do, il say nothing lol.

  • @jmorton3027
    @jmorton3027 4 роки тому +42

    Every time Sam releases a video I always go on autotrader afterwards to look at cars You review. I don’t know why but I think it’s because every car you review or drive I just instantly lust after. Great video!!

    • @seenthroughglass
      @seenthroughglass  4 роки тому +12

      Haha imagine being me after actually driving these cars! Disaster

  • @alastairwinner
    @alastairwinner 4 роки тому +32

    I own the standard V12 S with 7-speed manual plus the GT12 mainfolds and exhaust.... dream car.

    • @callumbennett2013
      @callumbennett2013 4 роки тому +3

      You're living your best life!

    • @M7KD
      @M7KD 3 роки тому

      God bless

    • @wolfgangkolble6268
      @wolfgangkolble6268 3 роки тому

      I also own this V12 S with the GT12 Performance Pack. Love it!

  • @tsj8762
    @tsj8762 4 роки тому +8

    A regular V12 Vantage with an upgraded bespoke suspension and a GT12 exhaust would be an amazing addition to the channel!!!!

  • @Simon-jq4fj
    @Simon-jq4fj 4 роки тому +12

    Aston feels like the only car brand who could make an insane V12 GT with a massive wing somehow still look pretty classy and tasteful.

  • @Kaisuke971
    @Kaisuke971 4 роки тому +84

    6:22 Is that an RS4 cabriolet keeping up with you ? I forgot these even existed !

    • @samtalkscars1341
      @samtalkscars1341 4 роки тому +4

      Yeah he was short shifting though tbh 🤷🏻‍♂️

    • @AR-rs2dy
      @AR-rs2dy 4 роки тому +1

      I don't think the sound and picture are necessarily in tune at that point.

  • @WebbyOnCars
    @WebbyOnCars 4 роки тому +7

    The sound of the exhaust justifies the price tag on its own!!❤️❤️

  • @jryalls
    @jryalls 4 роки тому +3

    The little steps you do while your telling us about the car and standing like a robot are my new favourite thing about your channel.

  • @teroleikkola
    @teroleikkola 4 роки тому +1

    Well done Sam! True Emotions at best.
    Some times your energy is a bit too goofy, but this time. BANG ON!

  • @summit_detailing
    @summit_detailing 4 роки тому

    Proper content Sam, no sign of the fake, synthetic exhaust noise of more modern stuff! Your enthusiasm for the car makes the video.
    Cheers.

  • @ninoellison7793
    @ninoellison7793 4 роки тому

    By far one of my favorite reviews. Your enthusiasm for this beast is so highly contagious....loved every second of it!!

  • @richjmn77
    @richjmn77 4 роки тому

    Brilliant video Sam, recently bought a V8 Vantage and love it. Your enthusiasm for the shape and sound of these cars is totally justified. Magnificent!

  • @adammcdowell3210
    @adammcdowell3210 4 роки тому

    This is exactly the content we need. A car lover excited by driving something we all would love the opportunity to drive. More like this Sam please

  • @pauluden5624
    @pauluden5624 4 роки тому +1

    Awesome video Sam although the Car Guys beat you to it , very brave man that David for loaning his babies out 😂😂

  • @mulletmanpete
    @mulletmanpete 4 роки тому +1

    Great video Sam. Interestingly Damian and Jason from the CarGuys drove both these exact cars recently and both preferred the GT8.

  • @nigelpstreet
    @nigelpstreet 4 роки тому

    Probably your best video yet - really captured the emotion in that one. Also, that’s how policing should be done - a bit of discretion applied.

  • @SCDC-Channel
    @SCDC-Channel 4 роки тому +1

    OMG that colour looks AMAZING

    • @Neale78
      @Neale78 4 роки тому

      Amazingly awful.

  • @jusnewquay
    @jusnewquay 4 роки тому

    That car seems to be the epitome of the phrase 'go big or go home'. Awesome video again Sam.

  • @mindaugaskliukas8667
    @mindaugaskliukas8667 4 роки тому

    That cold start was already a statement! Wouldn't expect less from AM! Your emotions were over the top the whole video, Sam! Go for it!;)

  • @akshaysankarshana2405
    @akshaysankarshana2405 Рік тому

    In my mind, 8:43 stands for Jeremy Clarkson screaming, saying "LISTEN TO THAT!!". That facial expression makes him look like him as well!
    Great video on a great car. Made my day.
    Only wish it was a manual, and I'm ready to pay millions for it....
    Ohhhh......
    The looks, the sound, the steering, the power, the handling, everything about this car, as a wise man once said, is "Wonderful.... Wonderful.... Wonderful...."

  • @johnbirkholz3216
    @johnbirkholz3216 4 роки тому

    Thank You, I appreciate your excitement because living in the USA I do not even have a dealership close enough to just look at them. Therefore I so appreciate you bringing them to me. And the green not my first choice but to be able to own that car no problem I could learn to love the beast!

  • @jaferkhan4108
    @jaferkhan4108 4 роки тому

    WOW! Enjoyed this video a lot. It's awesome seeing you so happy in a car like this - it's rare that something makes you so excited. Superb shots, brilliantly presented. True to nature and excellent delivery. Keep it up Sam!

  • @jasonhopcus2516
    @jasonhopcus2516 4 роки тому

    Love your enthusiasm for a spectacular machine. Well done, Sam!

  • @aadilkhoodoruth7844
    @aadilkhoodoruth7844 4 роки тому

    Why does this channel not have more subscribers and views? Thats nuts he drives some of the best cars and amazing quality also, Love the work Im a long time subscriber, keep up the good work

  • @mikemittel2691
    @mikemittel2691 4 роки тому

    I’ve been lusting after David’s v12 Vantage GT for a while now. I met David on one of the forums. Always wanting to know what it must be like to drive and hear that exhaust sing. Well, THANK YOU Sam for this exciting video. And David, Thank You for letting Sam do the video on your special car! Cheers guys! 🍻👍👍😎

  • @SupercarsinGreece
    @SupercarsinGreece 4 роки тому +16

    One of the greatest sounds!!!

  • @michaelhenry8920
    @michaelhenry8920 4 роки тому +17

    Just watched, immediately went too auto trader and considering spending £60k on a V12 vantage just to get some of that sound

  • @MrDammik1
    @MrDammik1 4 роки тому

    The colour of this car is just as shouty and "in your face" as the sound and looks of this car - I love it!

  • @edconolly5330
    @edconolly5330 4 роки тому

    Such a brill video. Love your passion and enthusiasm Sam. Keep em coming!!

  • @philipallen4601
    @philipallen4601 4 роки тому

    Excited Sam is always great to see/hear!

  • @ajiyra1188
    @ajiyra1188 4 роки тому

    Appreciate the effort made in the video description

  • @ilovetool1
    @ilovetool1 4 роки тому +4

    Certainly my favourite car ever. The video at the time of Chris Harris driving this car is my favourite car video ever. This and a GT40 would be my dream garage.

  • @stevengore578
    @stevengore578 4 роки тому

    Fantastic car. Great video. Wonderful noise and Sportshift 3. Perfect

  • @nick47777
    @nick47777 4 роки тому +41

    Still waddles when he talks 😂

    • @JoshSmith93
      @JoshSmith93 4 роки тому +2

      The excitement 🤣

    • @VelvetEars_
      @VelvetEars_ 4 роки тому +5

      It's like his feet are stuck to the floor 😂

    • @thecremeegg
      @thecremeegg 4 роки тому +3

      Hah yes, not sure why he started doing that - I look for it every video now heh

  • @hazaziazizan5591
    @hazaziazizan5591 4 роки тому

    I just google search this car yesterday and here it is Sam uploading the GT12 video, Thank You Sam😭❤

  • @CarObsession
    @CarObsession 4 роки тому

    What a machine, I'm not surprised you didn't want to give it back!

  • @howardlindsay7582
    @howardlindsay7582 4 роки тому

    Awesome video. Sound quality is excellent!!!

  • @SemMeijerr
    @SemMeijerr 4 роки тому

    Ohhhhh yes, what a car! And I have to say; I completely agree with the point of manuals. Currently driving a Focus RS and I've never wanted it to be a automatic, but there are many other great cars drivers cars with automatic transmissions! Great vid again mate.

  • @carcreationsyt
    @carcreationsyt 4 роки тому

    Almost at 500K subs!! Congrats Sam!!

  • @celt67
    @celt67 4 роки тому +8

    "Corner" he screams, as he heads into what we call in Scotland, a 'gentle bend' .

  • @wackyrc1394
    @wackyrc1394 4 роки тому

    Thank you very much to you STG and the owner of course, Aston bring back this V12, epic 😎👍

  • @peterh225
    @peterh225 4 роки тому

    My Man... the new prizes of the Project 8 are dropping.... GoGoGo🙏👑

  • @frakterius9676
    @frakterius9676 4 роки тому +1

    I'm so jealous, you just drove 2 of my all time favorite cars, the gt12 and the 037

  • @ronniematrix89
    @ronniematrix89 4 роки тому

    Loud sounds and excellent aerodynamics. It has to be the best sounding supercar ever made.

  • @MartinH_222
    @MartinH_222 4 роки тому

    Sam loving life to the full!!! 😁 Great video Sam! The Vantage GT12 looked and sounded awesome! 👌

  • @neilpatching7443
    @neilpatching7443 4 роки тому

    Cheers Sam, great looking and sounding Aston. One can tell your a bit excited by it as your voice kind of squeaked a couple of times. Loved it 👍👍

  • @eljayr4669
    @eljayr4669 4 роки тому +3

    Great video and I loved your enthusiasm for this car. I am sure you have seen it but the Car Guys were fortunate enough to drive both of those cars back to back. Although they loved the GT 12 and had to change their underwear after driving it, the one that they would have taken home, mainly for practicability, was the GT 8.

  • @chrise2329
    @chrise2329 4 роки тому

    These are spectacular. Seen one on the road, they sound incredible.

  • @alexmav2096
    @alexmav2096 4 роки тому

    You can recognise the sound of this aston gen from a mile away. Love it.

  • @peanuts2105
    @peanuts2105 4 роки тому

    This car makes my heart sing. Yes a 911 GT3 is 'better' but it leaves me cold like all Porsche's. Well done Sam

  • @nonamenameless5495
    @nonamenameless5495 4 роки тому

    David, whoever you are, thanks for allowing Sam to have a go in your car and share it! There s so many things wrong with this car from weight distribution being worse than the V8 to the gearbox to...who even cares coz all of these imperfections simply make this great....let alone the core virtue for making a car a proper experience like seducing you to get yourself killed...and omg, the soundtrack....

  • @Yikerr
    @Yikerr 4 роки тому +27

    The GT12 and GT8 make some of the best sounds ever
    Fact

    • @einautofan6685
      @einautofan6685 4 роки тому

      N/A V12 without OPF makes allways the difference!😉😎

  • @pan_nick9033
    @pan_nick9033 4 роки тому +1

    Great car! Great video as always! If the GT12 thrilled you, you have to try a one-77, if you can find one

  • @rohan6983
    @rohan6983 4 роки тому +1

    A V12 Vantage S would be an amazing edition to the garage Sam!

  • @theoldtimerbarn7891
    @theoldtimerbarn7891 4 роки тому

    Another great video sam!! can't wait for the classic car to arrive :D

  • @Epicmachine
    @Epicmachine 4 роки тому +1

    You do need to find a Noble N400, you will appreciate the rawness and "back to basics" approach.

  • @LenzPhotography
    @LenzPhotography 4 роки тому

    😍 I love the Aston Martin v12 exhaust sound

  • @rodrigosalasolivares9921
    @rodrigosalasolivares9921 3 роки тому

    Congrats for driving that amazing rare jewel!

  • @NEOJAKE
    @NEOJAKE 4 роки тому +2

    Yes! The V12 S is IMO the best car you can get under $100k. It has to be your next car!

  • @kevinn5774
    @kevinn5774 4 роки тому

    As usual, great video

  • @JURASSICCOASTMODELLER
    @JURASSICCOASTMODELLER 4 роки тому

    There is probably nothing on earth that sounds or looks like this stunning car!

  • @jackwebster9526
    @jackwebster9526 4 роки тому

    Nice video Sam! Love the idea of you getting a V12 Vantage and doing up the exhaust would be great for the channel and great for you. Hopefully video of I bought a V12 Vantage will be on its way 🙂

  • @drewdouglas750
    @drewdouglas750 4 роки тому

    My friends dad owns 1 of 2 that are here in New Zealand. One of the greatest sounding cars ever! Blew my mind 🤯

    • @douglaspealing5608
      @douglaspealing5608 4 роки тому

      What island? Does he take it to events? I need to see one lol

    • @drewdouglas750
      @drewdouglas750 4 роки тому

      @@douglaspealing5608 North Island, though he doesn't take it to shows that i know of unfortunately. I believe the other one is in the South Island

  • @MarkB4444
    @MarkB4444 4 роки тому

    I have a V12S... I think I want this. Decat on a V12S sounds pretty awesome.

  • @joshthompson-smith6538
    @joshthompson-smith6538 4 роки тому +17

    Sam: "Headphone users beware!".
    Ad: "Have you hear about GoDaddy domain names".
    UA-cam sure pick their moments. 🙄

    • @gscarter
      @gscarter 4 роки тому

      Indeed and later for the window down experience :(

  • @pspuser1991
    @pspuser1991 4 роки тому

    Sam please please please upload in 4k! You're so good with you videography i'd love to watch in 4k!

  • @tobysalmon1791
    @tobysalmon1791 4 роки тому +1

    “Heyyyy Banterrrr!” Brilliant 😂

  • @dharmikcars7186
    @dharmikcars7186 4 роки тому

    I hope you get your GT12 soon
    Love from India 🇮🇳🤩👍🙂🤘

  • @TheRapidGamer
    @TheRapidGamer 4 роки тому +42

    I rang up Aston and asked them how much it would be for their optional "poo brown" paint colour, they hung up.

    • @popsbubbles1242
      @popsbubbles1242 4 роки тому +2

      Lol 🤣😅🤣
      Thanks ...I needed a laugh at mo

    • @einautofan6685
      @einautofan6685 4 роки тому +1

      You are my Hero!🤣👍

    • @johnrs7901
      @johnrs7901 4 роки тому +1

      🤣 🤣 You just cheered me up dude 🤣 🤣

    • @leumas75
      @leumas75 4 роки тому

      Did you mention you could send them the emoji for colour matching?💩

  • @heekim3373
    @heekim3373 4 роки тому

    U and Jason Cammisa both agree on the V12 Vantage platform. Which is saying something. At least here in the states u can pick up a “regular” V12S for $75-80k. I have to do more research on the upkeep cost of such a car but now I’m seriously considering it for my next “super” car having seen how much u love it.

  • @husseinoguz6892
    @husseinoguz6892 4 роки тому +3

    It literally says [Music] in the captions at 4:07 when Sam starts to rev the car, I mean just imagine the sound of the car irl!

  • @andrewhill9513
    @andrewhill9513 4 роки тому

    Loved the bristol accent when you realised the police weren't going to stop you, haha!

  • @wolvoman1
    @wolvoman1 4 роки тому

    Absolutely, ............. beautiful, great video.

  • @tango_oscar
    @tango_oscar 4 роки тому +8

    Has anyone else noticed when Sam stands infront of a camera he always does this weird foot shuffle, like he's glued to the floor?

    • @mrminiature11
      @mrminiature11 4 роки тому

      he does that wave with his arms like he doesn't have elbows

  • @craigmoy5457
    @craigmoy5457 4 роки тому

    Love my V12S, was a manual owner before, don't mind SS3 it is a novelty, the standard cars exhaust is loud enough it comes from the One 77..... You know you want to join us in a N/A V12......

  • @j7cars182
    @j7cars182 4 роки тому

    Vantage GT12 is nice...great sound!!

  • @TheOrangeEliseCup250
    @TheOrangeEliseCup250 4 роки тому

    So in love with this british icone

  • @popsbubbles1242
    @popsbubbles1242 4 роки тому

    Very enjoyable car review
    You said you had a few cars in your bucket list
    It would be great if you ran a short series of (bucket list) cars like these

  • @johnrwallace
    @johnrwallace 4 роки тому

    Dope video bro!

  • @christpherhill1398
    @christpherhill1398 4 роки тому

    I love that green color!

  • @suanfongtan7624
    @suanfongtan7624 4 роки тому

    I need a GT12 after watching your video

  • @RichardHuttonPA
    @RichardHuttonPA 4 роки тому

    David has some Killer cars !! However his house looks like it needs a little love )))

  • @harnoorsingh2866
    @harnoorsingh2866 4 роки тому +1

    Aston Martin Vanquish is my favourite

  • @davidkinman3728
    @davidkinman3728 4 роки тому

    Great pop 'n' lock Sam, anyone dropped a beat over this ? ha
    Nonetheless great content as always

  • @sorenslothe
    @sorenslothe 4 роки тому

    I'm a sucker for a good blue car (still have dreams of the 812 you and Shmee both came running after to film at The Ring when you borrowed the 720S and took a trip to Monaco), but that green is incredible as well. I think it suits the car, and I definitely wouldn't mind owning that.

  • @SAMDR1998
    @SAMDR1998 4 роки тому

    Definitely my dream car!

  • @iainf6
    @iainf6 4 роки тому

    Totally wonderful and i need one now! 😎😎😎😎

  • @senshibat8920
    @senshibat8920 4 роки тому

    Yes Sam. only down was the pop up screen nav graphics. when you look at ford and BEO they can put a sync3 in a mustang bullit for the reserve down-payment to order a V12 Bespoke Vantage liek that one.

  • @R-Tap
    @R-Tap 4 роки тому +1

    As Tony said in an older video, "just cause AM made the Vantage with a manual, that doesn't mean it was better".

  • @tomw8418
    @tomw8418 4 роки тому

    Loving the appreciation for the single clutch! Bores the hell out of me JWW piping off dual clutch boxes "the connection between the engine and the gear box" zzzzzzzzz bore off James

  • @MRVSKIN
    @MRVSKIN 4 роки тому

    Love love love this video and what a car do what you said get the v12 vantage s and do the exhaust 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

  • @normanmondoh5516
    @normanmondoh5516 4 роки тому

    I'm such a fan of STG bobbing on his feet.

  • @ivansheehan1632
    @ivansheehan1632 4 роки тому

    That exhaust 🙌🏻

  • @petermcelvogue7625
    @petermcelvogue7625 4 роки тому +1

    Seen these cars on the Car Guys channel.

  • @peterbuckley5467
    @peterbuckley5467 4 роки тому

    What a great sound.

  • @ekwing26
    @ekwing26 4 роки тому

    Go on Sam.. Get one..👍😎👍

  • @TheSnookerGym
    @TheSnookerGym 4 роки тому +1

    Our Yellow Tang V12S with de-restricted exhaust is the poor man's GT12!