2005 Aston Martin DB9 - Monster V12 GT on a Budget (POV Binaural Audio)

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[@TedwardDrives]

What’s your v12 of choice under $75k? Thanks for leaving a like on the video to promote the channel!

[@hristiyanbakalov2516]

CL65

[@vwjetta4138]

BMW 850i

[@MDavidG1]

R230 SL65 AMG with reprogrammed ECU and TCU. 700 hp! kzbin.info/www/bejne/nnOYZYmJjbl6f9E Only 2:21 long.

[@leinad5243]

Jaguar XKR 4.2 2005 2006 way better value and reliability 390 hp way better on gas too .....by far

[@plastbestikk]

BMW 750! if the V12 is not italian, it belongs in a luxury car.

[@yes8032]

16 years later and this car still looks extremely modern and elegant!

[@deekamikaze]

The exterior most definitely. The interior, not so much...

[@joe125ful]

Typical Aston.

[@lumberjaxx3335]

@@deekamikaze compared to all the new digital gamin console like interieurs with shiny lights and colors, the old Aston Interieurs are just timeless, elegant and pretty.

[@MK4vDubbin]

@@lumberjaxx3335 I think the interior looks pretty horrid lol. Exterior still looks great though.

[@houseking9211]

@@deekamikaze the interior doesn't look like it was designed to entertain toddlers, if that's what "modern" interiors are then no one wants a modern interior, analog gauges, physical controls, and intuitive air vents are better than 99% of cars made today

[@thatsInzeyne]

My Grandad’s best friend had a 2005 DB9 back in 06’ when i was about 8 and it was the first “Supercar” i’d even been around at the time, went out in it and it make me feel sick how fast it was. Almost 20 years later i still have it set that i will own one eventually, the DB9 has a special place in my heart🤟🏻

[@davidbillingslea2720]

Hope you do own one bro 🤟🏾

[@lightskinanticsjiggin8129]

Good luck 👍 hope you get it soon 🔜

[@Jimbo8012]

I've been fortunate enough to drive a 2006 DB9 and I don't know why you'd want anything faster for the road tbh. 0-60 in the late 4's, 0-100 in the mid 10's and a top speed of 186 mph. It's plenty fast enough and is the kind of car that could cruise at 130 mph all day. Was a very special car and sounded amazing. I've got 2 kids so obviously not practical for me as a daily but I'd love one for an occasional Sunday drive. If I could afford one as a toy, I'd just get Apple CarPlay/Android Auto added to it as the Volvo era Sat Nav is horseshit and out of date. The pre-facelift DB9 (2003-2008) and the pre-facelift V8 Vantage (2005-2008) are the 2 most beautiful cars in the last 20 years. The only other car that comes close for me is a pre-facelift Maserati Granturismo with the birdcage alloys.

[@alolanstarboy]

Ah yes, the car that started off one of my favourite phases of Aston Martin. The subtle yet smart looking designs. The engines from this era also sounded so great imo

[@MunchKing51]

I love the styling of those early DB9's. Absolutely gorgeous cars.

[@liltre1321]

What a coincidence. Last night I was looking for V12’s under $70k. I came across some nice DB9 examples. The interior is timeless in my opinion. I truly appreciate this video!!

[@iatfestival2900]

Not to be a naysayer - it is a lovely car! - but my mechanic, Harris, in Berkeley, California, who works on British and European cars exclusively won't touch these. He tells me parts need to come from the dealer, which means they will and do charge high, unpredictable rates - whatever they feel like charging. A brake service that cost 500. dollars on one occasion costs 1200. the next. His customers were getting angry at him. He just gave up working on them. From what I gather he is not alone.

[@TobiasRieper047]

Tedward driving Aston Martins is like Nick and his Porsches, It just goes together like a glove. Thanks for sharing this sheer earporn episode Ted! I can't get enough of these British GT's!

[@kiwirufer1]

Bought a 2006 DB9 a few weeks ago. In real life it looks even better than in videos. Its timeless design is simply amazing!

[@jassonsw]

Stunning cars, great buy.

[@justinmcgill4806]

Fell in love with Astons when I first saw this car. Still looks beautiful today

[@Phantom-ni7jj]

My god. I asked for this a couple of months ago and there it is. Another, pre facelift DB9 this time. I want to believe that you somewhat followed my request. Thanks for that! You are a legend!

[@coreykononchuk]

I think the DB9 was the best-looking car of the 2000's by far! Best start-up sound, too. Been a while since I drove the DB9 and Vantage but I recall being very let down by the auto in the DB9. The manual in the Vantage was far better and made me wish that many more people ordered their DB9 with the stick (Martha Stewart did!).

[@daltonvillani8341]

I’d have to agree, other than that I’d have to go with the veyron or the gallardo

[@samuelchopard]

Along with Bentleys, I find Aston Martins to age quite well style-wise. They usually don’t look as old as they really are.

[@daltonvillani8341]

If I saw this car on the streets without knowing I’d guess it’s at least a 2010

[@tyler9703]

The fact that this has a proper automatic and not the horrible automated manual in the Vantage of this era is a huge savior for it.

[@TedwardDrives]

You are dead on with this one. Those Single Clutch Vantages are pretty frustrating to drive

[@arthurmartin27]

@@TedwardDrives right and when speaking maintenance, zf torque converter is in another league ! Vantage clutch easy to burn, just try reversing on a slope !

[@sprezzatura8755]

I've driven both the automatic and manual and I prefer the automatic in this car.

[@robertthrailkill1368]

I had a 05 DB9 for 5 years as a daily driver, put 43,000 miles on it. Very reliable car. Solid engine and drivetrain. Sold it and bought a 2011 Rapide and absolutely love it too. These cars are a bargain on used market.

[@RossEnzo]

I’ve always loved the early DB9s. Love the updates!

[@markcarter9476]

The biggest drawback of a DB9 is that you can't see it's sublime good looks whilst your driving it ......

[@josephvarano9341]

Great start to my day!🔥🔥

[@blakeangell385]

Good morning tedward! Thank you for making our mornings

[@TedwardDrives]

Good Morning Blake! Thanks for watching!

[@averagebro413]

Such a beautiful car, i don't really care about engine, i just love how elegant it is.

[@CarToneHK]

I absolutely adore the noise these V12s makes

[@sprezzatura8755]

A test of a great design is how it ages. And I think the DB9 is aging like fine wine. Classy and discreet. How many supercars can you say that about? Puts the DB11 to shame IMHO.

[@cartermorrish8180]

Reminds me a lot of a 90's BMW 850i! - Raspy v12, the interior layout is similar (the seats in particular) and they are both a sporty gt car! Love your videos!!!

[@palanthis]

Fastest Ford Probe ever made. :) Great video as always! Edit: What we've learned from Volkswagen, Hyundai, and even Wal*Mart is that there is more money in selling a lot of cheap things versus a few expensive things.

[@Enzos-Entertainment]

In my opinion, the DB9 is more beautiful than the current new Aston Martin sports car, and the shape is not so angular. The current car design is really not as good as before. Also, I think the steering wheel and part of the interior design of the DB9 is somewhat similar to that of the Lamborghini Murcielago.

[@JeremiBulakowski]

This car is the definition of timeless design for me, outside and inside as well (when you put off the navi system and the screen will turn down). And that makes it special, other exotic cars are groundbreaking during the premiere but then after few years feeling old, but Aston designers made something special. That's probably the reason why even if I'm in love with many other exotic cars, DB9 is the only one I'd like to own as a keeper.

[@RJW14]

Looks much better than the car they dropped 10 years later. Thing is absolutely stunning.

[@manwithdatbag4307]

Bro I found you like a couple weeks ago and ggggaaaaaawwwwddddd dayum these videos are relaxing in this pov

[@TedwardDrives]

Thanks man!

[@JCrashB]

Great video! Now I have to re-watch the Top Gear race from their test track to Monaco (S04E01). This was the car they had to put in a totally new section, the DB9-section, on their Cool Wall.

[@diegoalvarez6861]

I don't understand how people don't like Aston's i mean, the sounds of the starter motor itself sounds so refined and that v12 is really something else. I really want to own a db9 someday and i just hope they are not to expensive by then

[@ochoagaming1859]

I swear this model of the DBS is just amazing, interior is amazing, the v12 when accelerating is just "chefs kiss".

[@vitorluan2811]

Very cool video, send a hello to Brazil 🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷

[@TedwardDrives]

Hello! Thanks for watching

[@MrCarGuy]

The Ford years were the best years for Aston, to me. Same with Volvo.

[@Ashfielder]

I think the DB9 is the best looking of its era of Astons. The DBS is too aggressive, the V8 Vantage is too fat, but the DB9 is pure elegance.

[@MrCarGuy]

The Vantage fat? It's the most lean of them all, both dimensionally and in weight.

[@yungboicontigo9278]

2005 and it still looks so good!

[@crand20033]

I am 67 years old and I saw an Aston Martin or the first time in my life the other day in a grocery store parking lot. It was beautiful.

[@SilentTrip]

This gonna be me and my budget car when I enter the freeway finally

[@vinto34]

Would buy one of these in a heart beat...still looks up to date. like the wood grain in the doors.

[@ElliWoelfin]

I didn't expect the engine to sound that good :D

[@TheHesK9]

It's a 6 litre V12 Aston Martin 😂 what did you expect?!

[@ElliWoelfin]

@@TheHesK9 Very little because I don't like V12s in general and non-super car ones generally sound very dull (with the exception on AMG).

[@arthurmartin27]

Thanks, excellent review and right on spot regarding the feeling of driving one (I am 3 years into a 2005 model ownership). Regarding veneer i believe it is mahoganny like mine. Also, no worry, tpms alerts are displayed on dashboard. Cheers

[@maxwell8306]

Ahhh yes keep the Aston Martin’s coming!!

[@joey1945]

Satisfied with that startup

[@Joshua97776]

Those back seats are coffins 😂

[@2steppjayy414]

Been watching your videos like a show 😭

[@hpkntnw]

6:30 well you can’t say it doesn’t sound fantastic!!

[@xLoB63x]

sounds incredible

[@baukrysie06]

so beautiful!

[@nevize6660]

2004 huh? yet it looks like its coming out next year, love the design.

[@Melonsareprettyyummy]

Ahh, a cappuccino, and a tedward video to watch as I sit in my acura legend. Thank you for making my mornings and inspiring me to buy this as my project car, would love to have you up to nh to take it for a drive! :)

[@TedwardDrives]

Love an Acura Legend!

[@mattsee45]

Why did I think it was a Suzuki Cappuccino HAHAHAHA

[@reverbandchill3425]

@@mattsee45 same lol

[@mxbx307]

First launched in 2004 and this is still my favourite Aston Martin ever made. And my guess is the European tail is different simply because European number plates are much wider/longer.

[@edalder2000]

This DB9 is just a great cruiser. Tons of torque where it seems effortless. Just a comfortable interior. The DB9 could cruise all day. The only limits are driver endurance and fuel in the tank.

[@jrockrsx1144]

Hey Tedward love your videos, I would love if you're able to do a POV of a 1st gen R8 V8

[@coreydron373]

Absolute dream car, love getting a chance to really experience these cars through these videos. Fantastic video as always

[@TedwardDrives]

Thanks Corey!

[@Unreality_Capture]

Great video thanks

[@TedwardDrives]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@mamoopy]

Lovely to see my 2007 Ford Ka worth 3 digits has the same key as a DB9!

[@MattH-wg7ou]

Man, still so beautiful. Timeless! But it would take me a while to get used to that backwards tachometer!

[@oooooooooooo2332]

Amazing ride! I would so buy one even today, actually that brand amd porsche are my fav ones, well yeah pagani of course

[@slthlrdz]

Stunning car

[@Revv911]

Wake up babe new Tedward just dropped

[@memorimusic420]

awesome video and sound man, always love me a V12 GT car

[@ElitePayne47]

Has always been my dream car -- 2016 DB9 GT is a 'good deal' these days for what you get

[@yuyam0501]

Cool Car !!

[@defyyourlogic487]

This and the continental have both aged extremely well.

[@233kosta]

This is what I'd want to drive to a cocktail party 😁

[@olivierb9091]

Hah just watched your review of the 2014 one a couple of hours ago

[@nikkbekk9466]

Can you do an equipment walkthrough? For those who want to do what you do in other languages😉 Mabye also show what you started with? Love your videos! Watch all of them

[@aerrhh]

Best car ever!

[@Mo0shii]

loved this car since the game Test drive unlimited.

[@Roddy_Zeh]

Beautiful, amazing!! I've heard the best ones to buy are the post-2010's, which had most electronic gizmo's solved. The automatic gearbox is a reliable ZF unit, while the manual uses a Graziano transaxle, if I'm not mistaken. I'm all for the manual, but I wouldn't mind the auto.

[@bigmacdaddy1234]

So you heard that post 2010 most electronic gizmo's got solved. Um no, any automobile post "2010" has electronic gizmo/software nightmares. If you want a car with all those problems solved then by pre 1980.

[@apodski]

Around 2006 was really bad for electronics because manufacturers shifted to lead free solder on all components, there were a lot of electrical problems before they got lead free solder working reliably.

[@justapartylover6825]

They see me rollin’ they hatin’ Patrolin’ tryin’ catch me ridin’ dirty

[@raider4394]

Any chance for regular car reviews soon?

[@rv9990]

Go watch Shooting cars for that. Great normal car reviews.

[@Jaylen_Allen]

I don’t know if you’ve driven a Lexus lc500 yet but that would be a great video

[@Siege-farming-GTAV]

Yesterday was my b day and I was 13 and today I managed to test drive on a private track and I drove a DB9 Aston Martin v12 engine

[@Meltzmaen]

Man... the sound of that V12... i need new pants! ;-)

[@shaadahmed4456]

ASTON MARTIN ❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿❤️

[@69Muscle]

“Legless child” that’s funny.

[@XR4turbo]

So glad they built these with torque converter autos instead of some awful early-gen single clutch automated manual.

[@L0RDLUK]

An old XJ/S-class/7 series is still a cheaper way to get yourself into a V12 however, this is much more special than all of those.

[@yoker3032]

Sounds amazing

[@omarkhanlilcurry]

I would love to get a dbs of the same era

[@rv9990]

I wonder what is better in terms of comfort and reliability, this or a CL600.

[@elliott959]

I think the early cars like this one are much better looking than the later facelift.

[@richacoll1]

Ian Callum was the designer, Ford were influenced by his design not the other way around.

[@arthurmartin27]

Correct, some design elements were already present in the Vanquish BTW and Henryk Fisker polished that too

[@fl2o74]

Aston Martin 😍

[@weblinkwebster505]

@Tedward, the headlights look more of the ferrari 360s than ford gts. just an opinion

[@beans301]

Just checked and unless its crazy low mileage, they aren't that bad to buy. If you're a diy guy its not that bad of a buy imo

[@233kosta]

Y'know what? It's hard to argue with a good slushbox. The robotised manuals still get routinely messed up. ZF, right?

[@TheHesK9]

The chassis was actually designed with the help of Lotus I believe

[@arthurmartin27]

Believe so to, hence the steering feel.

[@maximusdecimusmeridius4325]

5:12 best part

[@limitless1119]

I ask you truly man , are you some kind of God, how are you able to respond to my wishes.

[@hpoonis2010]

Tedward...are you related to Jedward? Do you have the same haircut?

[@marinerabatel5144]

J adore!

[@Westside7be]

has there even been a better sounding car/engine than the DB9 - DBS - Vantage V12?

[@devonespinola9146]

You should review an infiniti IPL or a red sport

[@R0mans13]

We just got one of these at my dealership and I was so sad because I don’t fit inside the vehicle. 6’1” 240 lol dream crushed

[@gregs8685]

Very cool, but for the price I would probably look at a newer GT car from a less prestigious brand, like a 6-7 year old Jaguar F Type R, BMW M6 or Mercedes S550/S63 coupe.

[@leinad5243]

Repair costs are ridiculous!

[@TheLambo123254]

Wow

[@teenagecarlover1567]

Better than the db11!

[@adnanabdillahghifari720]

This car is still a MONSTER

[@honestrunescaper]

What do you think of the BMW E66 V12? Another way to get a cheap V12 car.

[@robi4387]

Ye I got one, but not to be cheap. It really is an accomplished car. OK the electronics are as reliable as a drunk driver, but ride is superlative. The engine a smooth as double cream on butter, but over 40mph and 4000rpm the exhaust opens and all hell is let loose. The seats are so comfortable. It is so spacious your passengers are in a different postcode. I have an e61 v10 which is like Samurai sword. This v12 is like a police door opener - coming through. Being a much bigger car other drivers seem to get out of the way. It makes for a very relaxing drive. You can really travel huge distances and arrive as if you have only just got in the car. Enjoy!