2014 Aston Martin DB9 - The British V12 Icon You Need to Drive (POV)

[@TedwardDrives]

Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms! And now you know you should buy her a DB9 to show how much you care. It’s the least you can do right?

[@chrisej5987]

Lol, nah. If there's a DB9 it's mine 😅 Sorry mom.

[@supersecularboypants]

4.7 or the equivalent 4.2 litre Quattroporte? Make sure that it’s after the 2009 model year with the ZF, it’d would be a nice contrast to the DB9

[@RyanRoadReaper]

Dude, shhhhh. My mom loves Aston Martin's. Unfortunately, I cant afford to buy her one :/

[@phillrob9083]

@Tedward how does this compare to the maserati gran tourismo

[@maddoxkay]

Legit my Mom's favorite car ever built. And I agree, the steering is delightful!

[@schryvel]

I believe that the peak period for “modern, yet involving” cars was around 2005-2015. There was so much awesome from so many brands. This is a great example of that. Your comment that people who enjoy driving must look backward is unfortunate but true. Truly interesting new cars and few and far between.

[@gregspark9845]

Absolutely! That's why I have a Z4 M Coupe 👍

[@thespicepatel]

You’re so right!!

[@jeebus2121]

@@RyaFy I have one of those (the cheapest) and can't bring myself to sell it even though a local dealership itself wanted to buy it off me.

[@ISAK.M]

That is true

[@bossykxngtahzai16]

Even though this DB9 is old it still looks and drive magnificently and that V12 is poetry in sound

[@averagebro413]

how the fuck is it old? it's a modern car

[@Master1906]

2014 = old, apparently

[@cherrydrivereviews8930]

@@Master1906 I mean it is 2023 haha

[@markcarter9476]

Nearly every time I take my DB9 out I get engaged in conversations by people who are very complementary about the car and just want to talk about cars in general. It's one of the pleasures of owning an Aston Martin.

[@beefgrass5784]

How is reliability on the car? Anything to look out for?

[@doggedlydetermined7022]

Aston Martin is the forgotten brand for some reason yet they’re so drop dead stunning and amazing. Bizarre really

[@Jasongy827]

If you go to the UK it will turns head not in the US all we care about is the lambo, Ferrari, and Bentley.

[@jetstream454]

@@Jasongy827 sure mate 🥴

[@simeonspence1953]

@@jetstream454 it’s true

[@paulgabolinscy2502]

Forgotten? Not here😂🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@DIYDanCars]

My DB9 turned so many heads in the US that I think some people broke their neck trying to get a glimpse of it when I was driving by. It was also a lot more reliable than any of the german turds (Porsche and BMW) that I have owned. You're absolutely right, it's quite bizarre that their isn't more demand for these, but the prices for these cars new are a bit outrageous. I bought mine used and paid a fraction of the original MSRP. However, prices are on the rise so maybe people are catching on after all? I sold my DB9 and now want a Vanquish, but waiting for this car market to cool down.

[@alolanstarboy]

Man I just can’t get enough of Aston martins, especially this era of them (from about the DB9 to the V12 vantage) they all look so clean and sound amazing. Perfect GT cars

[@michaelschwab9563]

I've driven a few of these over the years. Honestly what really sticks out the most for me is the incredible interior build quality, as well as the incredibly comfortable seats. Outstanding materials,fit and finish everywhere. 👍🏻

[@bowie2004]

I love that it still has the volvo chime when you start it up haha

[@fil1933]

8:02 We're in an Aston Martin, we need to be gentl- *pothole enters the chat* Gotta love US roads :)

[@TedwardDrives]

yeah the typical bumps in our roads are obnoxious

[@fil1933]

Tedward Yeah...I feel like the tri-state area or New England is extra bad...Especially NY roads are awful

[@sean6992]

Have you seen the potholes in the UK, the UK is notorious for potholes

[@Taffaff]

you call that a pothole lmao

[@MrCarGuy]

Of the few times I have been in Astons, starting about 15 years ago, it's the interior smell that really stayed with me

[@natebarry5553]

Couldn't agree more! That British leather smell is so nostalgic

[@life_of_riley88]

My 07 XKR Jag smells the same. It's a lovely British leather smell, and I find it amazing that such an old car can maintain that luxury detail so many years later.

[@Max.44]

"With a long wheel base the rear steps out more progressively." *Dodge Viper has left the chat

[@EpicLakitu]

Trying to find the next financial mistake to add to my imaginary garage, astons seem to fit the bill

[@martyincanuckistan3635]

I’m selling my 2007 convertible DB9 only 39,500KM on it.....this maybe sacrilege but I’m getting the v8 Jaguar. I still love the car but I want a new toy.

[@TheReverb1]

@@martyincanuckistan3635 ...the luxury to live in USA where the vehicles are way cheaper than in most Countries.

[@martyincanuckistan3635]

@@TheReverb1 I’m Canadian but yes prices tend to be much cheaper in the USA up here the tax man is very greedy plus we pay a luxury vehicle tax above 75K. I have friends that go to auctions in the USA some excellent deals can be had

[@t8506]

@@TheReverb1 Wait till you see the UK used car market

[@renzosalazar4942]

I love this car... the first Aston that I remember during my childhood. Astons are the most classy sports cars. Love them

[@HenryBrooke1998]

I had the pleasure of driving one of these back in late 2019. My godfather bought me a track day experience, and one of the cars I chose to drive was an Aston DB9. It was fantastic.

[@humandroid53]

A contender for the most beautiful car ever built.

[@jordanwalker9983]

I think DB9 captures the “GT” experience perfectly but V12 Vantage is the one I’d buy. Hope you can review one!

[@robertbeightler1473]

This and the Ferrari 812 are my favorite supercars. Really like that front engine V12 thing.

[@Andy-wi7lv]

I would want mine in that beautiful British Racing Green. Grey doesn't do it justice.

[@davidhammond3738]

I see Tedward on my phone.... I click.... simple. 😁. From the UK and a former driver of this beautiful machine, it brought back so many beautiful memories. Of course, the steering wheel is on the wrong side, but I guess that’s the reversal of the camera angle! 🤣 Great work, Sir.

[@davidhammond3738]

The power is relentless...... it leaves you stirred and not shaken, Mr Bond....

[@TedwardDrives]

😆

[@SychicGamer]

That V12 sounds like if you selectively combined the perfect frequencies from a V6 with the throaty growl of a V8 or V10. Amazing

[@nicolamiriano9150]

This is the perfect Aston... The look of the Virage with the engine of the DBS. Always loved Astons but this is one of the best

[@Petrospect]

But not the DBS 6 speed....which is a shame but then again I heard the shift quality isn't that good at all. I'd love to drive one.

[@nicolamiriano9150]

@@Petrospect There was also with the manual, much rarer

[@burtdemill9393]

@@Petrospect Shift quality above 5,000 rpm using paddles is actually quite good when you drive aggressively..."normal" mode is softer for sure. This is not a "sports car" it is a GT. That's the part that many reviewers don't understand. It's made to be comfortable, fast, fun on a drive from NY to Florida.

[@Roddy_Zeh]

Love this. Even though I used to get mad at Aston for making so similar cars back then, specially with models almost overlapping each other, like the Virage, there's no denying they age pretty well. Timeless design, relatively reliable powerplant with a glorious sound...perfect.

[@matthewgwynne7874]

Nothin beats the sound of these Astons, the newer ones are great cars but this era is just a masterpiece

[@matthewgwynne7874]

i agree

[@yes8032]

I love astons best elegant sports car ever

[@jim99west46]

If you are going to drive that 914 there, remember two things. Never attempt to downshift into first and when going from neutral into first make a slight feint into reverse then go into first.

[@robertthrailkill1368]

I had a 2005 DB9 for 6 years and used it as my daily driver. Put 43,000 miles on it. Never got stranded. Very reliable car. Only big expense was 2 motor mounts replaced and all new plugs and coil packs. Sold it and regretted it badly. Therefore I recently purchased a 2011 Rapide. It is awesome and I like it better than the DB9. Not quite as fast but more leg room for the driver, better chassis height and rear seats that can actually be used. Ride quality is better.

[@robertm1570]

My favourite aston is the v12 manual dbs. At least on paper it is the perfect supercar with lots of fun and not only straight line acceleration

[@TedwardDrives]

I’ve driven it. I think I still prefer the db9

[@robertm1570]

Unfortunately I haven't even seen neither in person, astons are very rare in my country. But you gotta be right because i think we are the same kinda car guy :)

[@antonioayala7453]

I first fell in love with this car playing Need for Speed, shit was beautiful and drove like a dream in that game. I've remembered the name and looks ever since!

[@bradleybarker9633]

Pucker factor at like 4min when the black explorer hopped in behind you. Always checking the rear view even when not actually driving ....

[@insayn7995]

Everything about this beauty is timeless.

[@LifesJoys]

I’ve always loved The Aston V12’s they sound SOOOOOO good Thank you for your real world review of my Favorite automobile 👍🏼👍🏼

[@AllTimeAutoReviews]

When you start an aston, you see this on the dash... "Power, beauty, soul"

[@stephen300o6]

Yes. Pathetic isn't it.

[@lightorchestrator]

@@stephen300o6 it does seem a bit pretentious

[@noodlebike]

"Yes, pathetic isn't it" in 007 voice....!!!

[@mindspinn311]

The DB9 is still one of the ultimate GT cars. I would gladly daily drive one or take several tours around and across the country in one.

[@o0julek0o]

DB9/DBS are still my favourite car of all time ever.

[@frozenpete788]

The perfect Aston Era to me, the only thing that would be frustrating to me, I'd get terrible fuel mileage just to hear this v12, not even hooning but man, how can't you feel Commander 007 Casino Royale style in one of these (yeah its a Dbs but DB9 still plenty enough). Glad these existed before uncertain future. Thanks Tedward!

[@BeanyB0b]

One of the best looking and sounding cars of the last decade, bar none. So so cool... I would love to own one.

[@dcs0113]

Great review.....I got one just like this about 2 mo ago.... love every second of it

[@davidcasas3862]

Most beautiful car in the world. Not the fastest, not the best in the 0-200 km/h. But it's the best V12 sound for me and the best designed and executed Inside of a luxury car. Aston Martin is another thing....thanks a lot for this video, I 've enjoyed It so much that I Will have to buy one....one day....🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@SL2ash]

Db9 i absolutely loved aspects of... Massive upgrade from the V8 vantage... Steering still stupidly heavy yet better than the V8 vantage and interior not much different considering £100k+. The V12 engine sounds absolutely amazing and this can't be avoided, probably the best feature of the car.. honestly one of the best engine sounds I've ever heard, stunning v12.. steering is slightly less tough to deal with than the V8 vantage and the braking system seems to be a little more responsive on the dp9 given the fact of a larger engine, unfortunately overall I'd have to say Porsche boxster/ Lamborghini gallardo/ hurracan all all more quality and enjoyable rides

[@jasonedwardblood]

Oh so now you want to drive by my house in Lincoln...well played just bought a 2015 I love it. Again, so funny you are rolling in Lincoln.

[@maximusdecimusmeridius4325]

Ohhhh man you should drive with the windows down more often...that last clip sounded soooo good ! I know you weren’t going that fast but still you should crack them a bit every once in awhile, wind noise shouldn’t be too bad

[@TedwardDrives]

You'll like the DB4 drive I'll be posting soon. Windows down the whole drive.

[@maximusdecimusmeridius4325]

@@TedwardDrives oh right on!! Looking forward to it man !

[@coreykononchuk]

You only started it ONCE for the video? C'mon man! That's the best part of the whole experience!

[@vzspr8023]

Everytime I see a "Bond" type of Aston, Skyfall just plays inside my head.

[@RootBeerGMT]

Great opening scene.

[@livelikeidaho8171]

Ha! My C4 Corvette has the E-brake in the same spot and it functions the same way. After the brake is set it retracts down so you get get out of the car.

[@arny9464]

I think MrJWW updated his Aston’s infotainment….I suppose there are similar shops that do that in the US…not completely sure though 🤔🤷🏻‍♂️

[@markchip1]

Not cheap - but it's definitely a very good system! The cameras are a real bonus... especially on European roads!

[@himynameisaaron86]

That engine sounds magnificent.

[@Mind-your-own-beeswax]

What people seem to forget is that these are GT cars not super cars or sports cars. You can get where you want in style and relative comfort pretty quickly and don’t need back surgery when you get there lol

[@easternroutemainlinevideos6823]

this one of my dream cars. I enjoyed this video a lot.

[@timfagan816]

I love how the rev counter climbs the wrong way, 3,000rpm looks like red line in most cars.

[@sirgeorgioalastrata4104]

The presence it has is insane

[@paladin3116]

4:27 an explorer was checking you out and got behind you and you cut the video😅 hiding what happened?

[@TedwardDrives]

Was not a cop. Looked like one and I kept my eye on it 😆

[@wintrs9161]

@@TedwardDrives Ultra Instinct 🤣 I have no respect for who buys an explorer in gray, white, or black

[@jehl1963]

(lol!) My thought exactly!

[@jordanstatler4661]

I totally thought it was a cop as well...lol

[@markchip1]

The later cars are definitely more polished but I still adored my '05 DB9!! Now looking for a Rapide (S?) as it was always a problem fitting my wheelchair in that trunk! But my dream Aston would be an '80s V8 body on the chassis, running gear & powertrain of a new Vantage!

[@austingilbert720]

I still think the DB9 is the greatest sounding car of all time

[@astonmartin4360]

Mick Freeman inspected my DB9 too.Great car.

[@Jasongy827]

I love the natural aspirated engine. V8 engines are great too.

[@dima-ho6cx]

6:53 it groaned when you braked, its alive!

[@YOMUM2410]

The intros never miss

[@samhall6711]

I've actually been in those back seats, certainly very uncomfortable but what a car

[@Rick1984FL]

I’m gonna need you to stop reviewing all these cool British sports cars lol. After your lotus Evora videos I had to go get one so I did. Now I am feeling the need for an Aston Martin as well. Your excitement is making me excited for you. So cool to see someone loving what they do these days.

[@TobiasRieper047]

Sheeeeset Ted's doing it again... Love this car!

[@alanr4845]

4:20 I can tell he is wondering if that's a cop Ford Explorer 😂😂😂

[@AlumarsX]

I wish every car had those reverse gauges. They're beautiful to look at.

[@burtdemill9393]

Yes, analog Swiss look vs. giant iPad bolted to the dash and called "tech".

[@joshbrekke6374]

Ever heard a road race built Pontiac 400-421? It’s a nice car however for the price a lot more bang for the buck can be had. $80,000+ for 4.3 sec 0-60, 4083 Lbs. Very large car

[@craigkaschan4822]

My favourite car of all time.

[@Jonathanoncars]

I just found your channel. I love it! Subscribed 👍

[@elliott959]

I've always thought the pre-facelift model looked better. I wonder how much better the newer platform car is than the old one.

[@burtdemill9393]

DB11? Well, its certainly quicker off the line and quicker in general. But "better" or "more special". No. I still prefer VH platform DB9/Vantage myself.

[@ashperkins7964]

Does that speedometer go up to 300mph? The needle barely moves when you get on it.

[@joe125ful]

N/A V12 in Aston,what more you need?

[@isrcbxh3a]

Just got one thing wrong, you don't need to drive it -You need to own one!

[@erikjohnnyemanulholmberg4016]

My dad loves these

[@MNGLD-do2kc]

The sound of the car is pure ecstasy. It sounds sad and angry at the same time.

[@iHaveTheDocuments]

The name of this channel will always be Squidward to me. Tedward = no one's ever heard the name Squidward = a household name every human on earth knows

[@nippynidge]

You sure about that...? Squidward?

[@TedwardDrives]

I’d have an angry Nickelodeon legal team knocking down my door with that name

[@iHaveTheDocuments]

@@TedwardDrives 😂

[@oscuffed]

*James Bond intensifies*

[@ralphlorenzperolino3054]

Ronnie & Wolf entered the chat

[@bempartington4299]

I forgot how good it looks.

[@justinsolvak]

This G is back with and other one. Love the contnt brother😊

[@Adison0529]

This just popped up on my homepage and I just had to rewatch it instead of your most recent video, just to look at that Aston gauge cluster. Shot in spring time too, it looks so beautiful, I can't wait for your spring videos, that parking lot always gets soooooo pretty during that time of the year. And it just happens you had your M3 parked right outside Bond Group... I'm sure you don't miss it as much as I do but damn I wish you could slide it around this year too.🥲

[@skemmy215]

I dont know things about aston martins but thts car seems nice

[@willismoody970]

I own a 2010 m3 and have always loved your videos on the e9x. Was just thinking the pricing on something like a 2006 db9 is pretty damn reasonable these days and of course this video pops on on my recommend videos. Coincidence, I think not.

[@TedwardDrives]

The algorithm is doing its job!

[@Jackznstu]

DB7 with a 6 speed next?

[@TedwardDrives]

Check out my dbar1 drive on winding road magazine

[@JorbiHerrera.]

Man this just sounds soooo good!

[@JosephPuglisi-vj4my]

That cop tailing u at 4:00 ......

[@sailinglilu8902]

Great review. Just wanted to say thanks.

[@TedwardDrives]

I appreciate that!

[@dima-ho6cx]

the shift sounds like it growls

[@DudesaidMIKE]

Did I see a Portsmouth NH sign on the highway 🤔

[@sminem6572]

Any chance a BMW i8 review is in the pipeline? I noticed one for sale at Boston Motorsports and I want it! :)

[@TedwardDrives]

I'll see if I can get that exact car in a couple weeks if still for sale.

[@nightpovcars7021]

Nice video! Thank you 🔥

[@stevensumner3146]

Interesting vid thanks for sharing

[@quasarsavage]

Sounds great

[@samchisholm2088]

What's so peculiar, is this generation of Aston has such superior interior ergonomics compared to the current generation slap and tickle that you see in the Vantage. Oh and also let's not forget their new digital dashes ditched the counterclockwise tachometer so F that!

[@burtdemill9393]

New ones are different, not really "better". Vantages already rising in value, DB9's as well. I think the VH platform Callum/Fisker cars will be the ICE cars to keep.

[@jeebus2121]

Ironically, Aston's lack of finances are probably why their cars feel so nice to drive. I have trouble believing if they had equal (or near) funding to Ferrari, they would be doing everything to chase speed at the expense of driver involvement and "analogue" interaction.

[@Fordguy1997]

What a beautiful classy car. I'd love to add it to the garage. Unfortunately I'm not wealthy.

[@markchip1]

I ran one - as a wheelchair user who hadn't worked for nearly 20yrs! It IS just about doable, more so if you DIY, use the forums (+ Aston1936.com & Redpants.lol!) and use the non-Aston parts (mainly from the Ford/Volvo era) and online research!

[@quasarsavage]

Looks like a model s w great sound and looks lol

[@ShaiyanHossain]

the pen is for writing MI 6 notes

[@SVPSkins]

Beautiful but i'd take a manual though.

[@nomadace777]

theres one for sale near me for 35k with 22k miles

[@kian_exotics]

I now realize that the db9 sounds like my c43 🧐

[@TheDayisMineTrebeck]

There's an '06 Volante with a MANUAL for sale currently on Autotrader. Any takers?

[@marinerabatel5144]

MAGIQUE

[@jrag1000]

0:00 it's hauling ass and the speedometer is facing straight down... looks like it needs the autobahn... lol