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Dubai has one of the busiest markets for used Aston Martins in the region. A Vantage, DB11 or DBX can look perfect in a showroom and still hide expensive problems. A careful check before you buy protects both your money and the enjoyment of owning one. Here is what to look at.
1. The service history
Ask for every invoice, not just a stamped book. Look for regular annual services, the right oil and filter changes, and brake fluid replaced on time. Gaps of a year or more, or long periods without any record, are a reason to dig deeper or negotiate.
2. Warning lights and stored faults
A dashboard with no warnings does not mean there are no faults. Some messages can be cleared before a sale. A full diagnostic scan shows stored and past fault codes across every module, which tells you far more than a test drive.
3. Battery health
Aston Martins are sensitive to low voltage, and a car that has stood in a showroom for months may have a tired battery. A weak battery can cause misleading warnings. Have it tested as part of any inspection.
4. Tyres and wheels
Check the tread, the age of each tyre and any cracks in the sidewalls from heat. Large wheels on low-profile tyres are easily damaged on kerbs; look for bent rims and vibration on the test drive.
5. Brakes
Aston Martin brakes are large and not cheap to replace. Check pad and disc thickness, look for deep scoring or a lip on the discs, and feel for vibration under braking. Ask when the fluid was last changed.
6. Leaks and the underbody
Put the car on a lift if you can. Look for oil or coolant leaks, damage to the underbody from speed bumps and signs of accident repair. Uneven panel gaps or paint that does not match can point to past bodywork.
7. Gearbox and drive
On the test drive, the gearbox should change smoothly in both automatic and manual modes. Clunks, delays or jerks can mean anything from a software update to a costly repair. On the DBX, check that the air suspension raises and lowers evenly.
8. Interior electronics
Test every switch, the infotainment, the climate control and the cameras. Water marks on carpets or the headlining can point to blocked drains or leaks.
Get an independent inspection
The best way to buy with confidence is an independent pre-purchase inspection by a workshop that knows these cars. It costs far less than fixing a hidden problem, and the report gives you a fair basis to negotiate the price.
Euro Experts Auto Services carries out pre-purchase inspections and Aston Martin service in Dubai at its Al Quoz workshop. Call +971 50 108 9922 to book an inspection before you buy.
Euro Experts Auto Services, 29 4th St, Al Quoz Industrial Area 4, Dubai.
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