In 2004, British luxury car manufacturer Aston Martin launched a grand tourer named the Aston Martin DB9. The name DB stands for David Brown, the owner of the car company. The DB9 was initially designed Ian Callum, but he did not finish it. In the end, his successor, Henrik Fisker, completed the design and replaced the discontinued Aston Martin DB7, which ran for 10 years.

British television car show tagged the DB9 as “too cool” for the wall, and a separate category was made for it, “DB9 Super cool Fridge.” Coupé and convertible (also known as “Volante”) types are available for the DB9, and produces 470 bhp power from a 6.0L V12 engine. A “Sports Pack” was introduced for the DB9 by Aston Martin. This pack includes an increase in its structural stiffness, lighter wheels made of aluminum alloy and measuring 19 inches, and lowered ride height. Revisions were made in the 2008 DB9 coupé and Volante. A more powerful engine was introduced, and adjustments in the centre console were made.

Estimated Price Range for Used Aston Martin DB9: $30,000-$200,000
Estimated MPG for New Aston Martin DB9: 11 City/19 Hwy
Available Trims: Base, Coupe, Volante
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Aston Martin DB9 Review

British car manufacturer Aston Martin Lagonda Limited has a GT car named the Aston Martin DBS. There have been two generations of this vehicle, the first generation made available from 1967 – 1972. The DBS saw a revival with its second generation in 2007. The first generation of the DBS was featured as a James Bond car in the 1969 movie On Her Majesty’s Secret Service. Meanwhile, the second generation also figured in two James Bond flicks, 2006’s Casino Royale and the 2008 film Quantum of Solace.

The first generation of DBS cars came with a straight-6 engine. The DBS V6 was phased out in 1972 to give way to the DBS V8 and the Vantage. In 2007, the DBS was produced again, built on a VH platform and shred similarities, such as side screens, wheelbase, and roof with the Aston Martin DB9. The new DBS, though, measured wider and is lower than the DB9. The 2007 DBS also has a Bang & Olufsen sound system as an optional feature.

Estimated Price Range for Used Aston Martin DB9: $179,000 – $266,000
Estimated MPG for Used Aston Martin DB9: 12 City/18 Hwy
Available Trims: base, Volante
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Aston Martin DBS Review

It was Ian Callum who designed British car maker’s flagship vehicle, the Aston Martin Vanquish. This grand tourer was introduced in 2001. This Aston Martin car came into public prominence when it was featured in the film Die another Day, a James Bond movie. The Vanquish was discontinued for the 2007 model year and a replacement in 2010 is still pending, with the Aston Martin DBS V12 temporary replacing it.

The Vanquish was virtually unchanged for its first four years, until 2005 when the Vanquish S model was introduced with a more powerful engine, new wheels, and revisions in style and design. A Sports Dynamic Pack was also introduced as an option with sportier features, including suspension, steering, and brakes. The last of the Vanquish cars were produced with the introduction of the Vanquish Ultimate Edition in black exteriors, interiors that were upgraded, and sill plaques that were personalized. This Edition also featured a stick-shift manual transmission.

Estimated Price Range for Used Aston Martin Vanquish: $50,000-$110,000
Estimated MPG for New Aston Martin Vanquish: 12 City/19 Hwy
Available Trims: coupe
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British luxury car manufacturer Aston Martin has used the name Aston Martin Vantage name to indicate a vehicle that is a high-performance version of a previous model made. An example of this would be the Vantage manufactured on 1972 – 1973, as this was a version of the Aston Martin DBS with straight-6 power.

The Vantage usually includes a grille that is similar to the DB6 but with a different front clip with 2 headlights. The Aston Martin V8 Vantage was introduced in 2005 at the Geneva Motor Show for the 2006 model year. This two seater coupé with two doors has both strength and lightness with its bonded aluminum body. 2008 saw some changes in the Aston Martin Vantage, including the transmission, engine, appearance, and suspension. A thinner liner allows a larger 4.7 L engine fuel capacity. There was also an increased cylinder bore and stroke, resulting to a modified total displacement of 4735 cc. The 2008 model also saw a modification in the dry sump lubrication system.

Base MSRP for New Aston Martin Vantage: $120,350
Estimated MPG for New Aston Martin Vantage: 13 City/19 Hwy
Available Trims: Coupe, Roadster
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Aston Martin Vantage Review

This Kia SUV was introduced into the market in 2008 at the North American International Auto Show as a production model for the previously released concept car Kia Mesa (which was launched at the 2005 North American International Auto Show). The Borrego is also named Mohave.

The Borrego name was used in the North America. The name was gotten from the Anza-Borrego Desert State Park in California and the name Borrego itself means “big-horned sheep” that can be found dominantly in that area.

Estimated Price Range for Used Kia Borrego: $10,000-$18,000
Estimated MPG for Kia Borrego: 17 City/21 Hwy
Available Trims: Base, LX
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The Borrego has the following specifications in its units:
• Engine – 3.8 L Lambda II V6 or 4.6 L Tau V8
• Transmission – 5-speed or 6-speed automatic transmission
• Power – 276 hp or 337 hp
• Length – 192.1 inches
• Width – 75.4 inches
• Height – 71.3 inches
• Wheelbase – 114.0 inches
• Seating – standard three rows
• Suspension – adjustable air-suspension
• Navigation system – available as an option

Kia Borrego Review