Aston Martin DB12 Volante Quick Review

[@ryan49805]

He’s Thomas and he’s James, and I’m watching Throttle House. 🔥

[@jayydagod]

NO WAY😮‍💨🔥

[@CapnFlags]

I’m Captain T. Flags, mercenary, and I drive a Jamesington S. Thomasino whilst in my home.

[@tedarcher9120]

Everything adds up so far

[@millerbai]

Where's Thomas and where's James and I'm talking to myself.

[@theomni123]

😂 for the budget throttle house, you gotta do the introductions yourself

[@SharifZ4335]

The longest quick review ever

[@GeneralJoey747]

They're just trying to be like those Throttle House guys

[@WhiteCarBlackWheels]

and we’re happy about it

[@skankhunt420]

​@@GeneralJoey747tss, wannabes

[@martinelantraratedn]

Just stoled my comment lol!

[@bafanamachika5495]

​@@martinelantraratedn "stoled" is crazy

[@GeordieAmanda]

If Amazon wants to continue a Grand Tour type of show, I nominate Thomas and James as 66.66% of a possible line up :)

[@FantomF150]

Cammisa is probably a good third

[@GeordieAmanda]

@@FantomF150 if they can work together, it would be great. These two guys already have chemistry and Cammisa can play the deadpan curmudgeon to a tee. I'd certainly watch it.

[@skankhunt420]

They don't need a third 👀 And if, there's Karston 😅

[@_IMNNO]

Nah, Thomas and James are not sellouts; they wouldn’t go to corporate scripted television.

[@franciscodanconia4324]

@@skankhunt420Karston can be the Stig’s Canadian Asian cousin.

[@JayDee-b5u]

James has started lifting weights. Very evident.

[@thatduke390guy]

Yeah man those guns are showing

[@serenitypeace7435]

I thought I was the only one that noticed.😂

[@JacesOwnWorld]

If you noticed that in this video, you’re gay or at least closet gay lol

[@nabbznabbz5056]

Right!

[@R03333]

Dad strength

[@devanshgupta9860]

Finally no one needs to say any ifs and buts when it comes to brand new Astons. Looks like a million bucks, goes like nothing else, and built like a jewel as well. Bravo !!

[@GrEeCe_MnKy]

Get a life

[@proinseasokiellig4388]

@@GrEeCe_MnKy Eat more fruit

[@tropicthndr]

It’s garbage, the real review is over at “cars with miles”, the Vanquish is even worse, watch it crying going around NÜRBURGRING.

[@Beer_Dad1975]

& will be worth 1/5th of purchase price in 5 or 6 years... yup, right on brand.

[@Beer_Dad1975]

@@tropicthndr Nurbergring times are bs of course - but yeah, AM's are junk - and that's why they depreciate like stones in the sea. Still, I'd recommend not brining up Nurbergring times on a GT car - they just are not important.

[@Woodbang.parametric]

A hell of a looker. 100% would chose it over a Portofino.

[@Pato-ot3hf]

I think it's more comparable to the Roma Spider

[@LoganSLRLockwood]

I'm a huge fan of hardtop convertibles so for that reason the Portofino would be my pick over this, but it's a very difficult choice to make.

[@HABO2210]

And the Aston Martin ain't that bad, too.

[@MrAlpinab7]

Would choose it over almost anything.

[@josephclark2563]

Ferrari don’t make the Portofino any more - Roma Spider is the replacement

[@paultucker1272]

Aston has always been my dream exotic. For me, they've always nailed the looks but excuses were needed for either poor tech or the not-quite-best-in-class dynamics. Now, with the current range, there are NO excuses needed! They've nailed EVERYTHING! Looking forward to you boys driving the new Vantage and then the Vanquish.

[@ARKAEA33]

I wanna see them drive the Valhalla later this year when they start shipping them.

[@zzaaaaap]

I cried laughing when James said "I scraped the FUCK out of the DBS" lmaooo

[@VelkePivo]

You’re easily entertained

[@zzaaaaap]

@@VelkePivo I’d say so, yea. The whole video was entertaining but that part caught me off guard lol

[@eb110americana]

We need "I Scraped the F*ck Out of the DBS and All I Got Was This Stupid T-Shirt" merch.

[@BenzG1L]

Having an LC500 brought into the same discussion as those cars just shows how the Lexus is a true gem and future classic in terms of exotic value.

[@xtnuser5338]

Exotic? You think an LC500 is exotic?

[@bmxboxter]

@@xtnuser5338you don’t?

[@xtnuser5338]

@@bmxboxter No I don't. I think it looks very cool, and I'm sure it's a good quality car as Lexus/Toyota tend to be, but that's about the extent of my thoughts on it. It seems pretty typical in terms of it's engineering and construction, suspension and drive train configuration, etc., etc., etc. What is it about an LC500 that you think IS exotic?

[@beanmachine3112]

For the extra throttle house channel, which is the side piece of throttle house channels, this review is so freaking good. Even the quick reviews outclass most channels. Well done gents, as always.

[@christianfulton3918]

You guys are the new Top Gear. You actually have a this friendship and banter that makes this feel almost more than a car show. This is what the world needs.

[@plonk7]

This review was basically James nailing it at every opportunity and that made it perfect.

[@braydenbreen9467]

the greatest driving i’ve seen from james 😂

[@jonathanjones1814]

Aston Martin never fails when it comes to beauty, this color,design and interior is immaculate.

Lambo's are striking, Ferraris are imposing but Aston's? Astons are just gorgeous.

[@gouldnj]

It may not have ALL the performance ALL the time (like Thomas), but it certainly is among the prettiest to look at (like Thomas)

[@Drumblemore]

Amen sis

[@GrEeCe_MnKy]

Get a life

[@JosephThomas-t3n]

This is the nicest tree I've ever been in 😂😂😂

[@GrEeCe_MnKy]

Didn't ask

[@maximus9401]

"This is an Aston Martin innit?!" is my favorite description for a grill ever

[@dominicpaver]

"Good car" One of the most understated, yet powerful utterances of praise to be spoken by a motoring journalist. You just KNOW, Aston Martin are gonna love this review...

[@Pienimusta]

Interior spec on this one looks so good. Pretty damn amazing convertible.

[@GrEeCe_MnKy]

Get a life

[@chawenhalo0089]

Glad Piloti are still producing, best driving shoes I've ever had. Had a rounded heel with a reinforcement on the foot for heal and toe.

[@fenrirslip]

This is why Aston Martin is my favorite exotic car brand. This is especially true now more than ever considering that the entire lineup has received this much-needed upgrade in the interior.

[@ManOrWomanIDK]

That's my favorite thing about bentley and aston Martin's websites when I'm specing out cars I'll never afford is they have so many color options its organized in sections of reds, blues, grays etc

[@davidhollywood3923]

James getting swole! Keep it up buddy, looking good!

[@mjg2332]

Throttle house has become one of those channels that gets people genuinely excited when they drop a new video! They could review a 1978 Ford pinto wagon and make it exciting to watch.

[@gtab6936]

Thomas with the Pelagos FXD! Classy watch for a classy car

[@tailsneon556]

Thomas is turning into a true watch geek. He also has a Sinn 105 and IIRC a Speedmaster.

[@1250GSX]

Ha. Was trying to work out what he was wearing. It comes standard on that NATO too. Very nice...

[@jonybovosh]

This car deserves to have a full Thottle House episode

[@rileyhaynes4669]

It’s really cool that you both enjoyed it so much. I drove a very early car at the beginning of the year, and it felt like they had the recipe down, but they had taken it out of the oven too soon. It seems like some of the early quirks have been resolved based on your description.

[@tferg6738]

“I want to be a comfortable prick” love it.

[@kraenk12]

It’s a DB11 facelift but that interior is finally the one the DB11 deserved at launch.

[@sethgardner8209]

James has developed Dad strength all of a sudden

[@MilitiousJ]

Luke Wensley should make an appearance on Throttle House!

[@Onitsutube]

$300K spec doesn't get you cooled seats? dafuq? 🤯

[@rmp5s]

Right? My 10 year old Nissan has that. lol 2014 370Z Roadster...cooled seats, ceramic window tint, ROCKIN AC and a TINY interior makes for the BEST hot weather car ever. 🤣

[@jpl8878]

Everything that would be a standard included amenity in an economy car is an optional extra in that segment

[@Onitsutube]

@jpl8878 yes, but the base price is somewhere around 248k, so I guessed that 52k in optional extras would get you something as basic as cooled seats (in this class) 🤷‍♂️

[@jpl8878]

@@Onitsutube good point. The options pricing is eye-watering. Anything carbon fiber is basically trolling the buyer with the price. But I'm surprised Aston would spec a press car without that option checked. If that is a press car that was a huge oversight

[@moogle68]

@@jpl8878 It's not a press car. I am fairly sure they referenced that fact in the first bit talking about the interior, but not sure.

[@ToasterPizzaFun]

I agree on the grill, it's so ostentatious, it takes away from the cool, classy vibe that Astons have had. I liked the size on the DB11, that was proportionally good.

The engineers that designed it said they wanted smaller but needed more air. I kinda like it. It wouldn't seem so large if the front didn't round over so much at the edges.

[@benjamindas0440]

The interior color combination is gorgeous ...what a beautiful car

[@themrmarkprior]

🇬🇧 Aston understood the assignment on this one. When you need to pick up your award winning actress and impress them on your journey to the dinner date in Monte Carlo. This is the vehicle you use. Smooth class, savage power and performance. ‘They’ll’ love it That seems its assignment. To impress others.

[@motetotee]

I hope Luke is watching this with a big smile on his face

[@kunaalkhanna]

I absolutely love the look of this car. Just friken Gorgeous.

[@sabertooth_fl]

Ever-approaching the 20-minute mark on the "Quick Review", and loving it ♥️

[@Gerisheng]

I love the whole Luke Wensley diversion. It's one of the reasons I love this channel, and the main one.

[@vladislavdimitrov4646]

8:18 Good camera angle and perspective to get closer to the actual feel of acceleration. I rarely experinced that in car reviews.

[@KraakenTowers]

Agreed. That one is a winner

[@hesamb9135]

Aston Martin designers are next level 🔥

[@OCRay1]

Aston like Porsche, liked a design and decided, we will never change it again-ever!

[@akshaysankarshana2405]

Am I the only person noticing that James is becoming a buff boi? Anyway, great video. Turns out a Nissan Exec can't manage Aston, but ex-head of AMG can. The grille being too big and the sound being a bit muffled and "meh" are the only complaints I have about it. I also agree with them in that Aston/AMG needs to make a Supercharged V8 for their Vantage performance models. Amazing Interior, Looks elegant, waaayyy better than the DB11, seems to drive really well, too. Welcome back, Aston.

[@DaMurph676]

Engines aren't the only thing getting turbocharged recently

[@akshaysankarshana2405]

@@DaMurph676 WDYM?

[@DaMurph676]

@@akshaysankarshana2405 the gains ma boy the G A I N Z

[@akshaysankarshana2405]

@@DaMurph676 Oh, got it...

[@GadgetyMV]

Incredibly good looking as only Astons can. Interior is a massive upgrade, and those wood door inlays look great. One improvement would be the main instrument "binnacle", too small dials. Would look better larger. Better still, at this price level, I'd like to see mechanical needles and physical dials.

[@thezenlife65]

This is arguably the best looking car I have ever seen!!!

[@shreddy_mcgnar6359]

Fun info, to make grey, you can either do it with a base of green or blue. It is probably a grey with a green base, hence the name of the color. A blue based grey is more purple than grey as comparison. If you want true grey, you go green base grey.

[@hami_1012]

Great looking car but i can't help but think just pay up and get the Vanquish because that's STUNNING

[@ARKAEA33]

Plus the 830hp V12 doesn't hurt it either

[@mohammadremeity5884]

Im so glad thomas is suprisingly positive for once in a time! Love the car

[@samueloluleye3808]

4:36 you're wrong before hearing Thomas speak is hilarious 😂

[@Abrvpt]

I must say I quite like the sound ofthis car, the V8 growl with the air noise of the turbos, really cool ! Also purple (the darker one) would work great on this car. When they announced the DB12 Coupé I configured one in purple with a red and dark red interior, with light green stitching. I called it the Fig livery. =p

[@WholesomeJack]

The over the shoulder camera angle is a new favourite for me, really gives a great feel of the drivers seat

[@costafilh0]

Beautiful car. If only it had the new V12 it would be perfect! Especially on the used market after the incredible depreciation over 2-5 years.

[@BenzG1L]

Aston Martin really needed a Canadian (Lawrence Stroll) to make it back into the world class automotive arena. Excellent video of an amazing automobile.

[@bobabreath5097]

The DB12 is the supermodel that is freakishly attractive, even for a supermodel, but also has impeccable taste and class aaaaand amazing personality. Wow!

[@eastbaystreet1242]

Great review. A lot of reviews are just conjecture ("if I were the kind of person who would own a car like this"), but you nailed it. A lot of the time I drive my AMG S63 Cabriolet (the Earle version, but no exposed chest hair) in Comfort suspension mode with Sport engine/transmission mode (which includes the open exhaust valves). With the top down, it is a German symphony. Alternatively, with my wife in the car: Comfort/Comfort (closed exhaust valves) so she can enjoy the peace of the S Class as a respite from her busy life as a mom.

[@charlestessier4973]

Almost perfect but underrated cars you can buy : - Lexus LC 500 - Alfa Romeo 8C - Aston Martin DB12

[@mikkotuomi7884]

8C is underrated? You haven't checked autotrader in a while, they go for like $350k these days!

[@jayymac]

Video: 00.01 Me: hits the “like” button. Every time. Love these guys

[@Amalek8]

I love Aston Martens, but for somebody who’s not filthy rich, the Lexus LC makes a lot more sense. And they also use semi an online leather.

[@rb2004]

To me, it looks like the Classiest Super-Car!...but I cant unsee the gaping grill

[@magnusshawn4698]

James subtly slips in a movie quote from Elf. Great video as always. Thank you 😊

[@MrAlpinab7]

4:46 !!! You nailed the accent !

[@KbBk-fc2ig]

Never miss an episode such a great channel and just fun indepth reviews

[@Kalepsis]

I honestly love it. If he were still alive, Sean Connery would be driving one every day. HOWEVER, I will be waiting for the Vanquish Volante so I can get a real Aston V12.

[@michaelh.1627]

Why didn’t Aston drop their 5.2 litre V12 into this thing. They’ve obviously got them lying around and that would help justify the hefty price of this gorgeous beast. BTW…nice Tudor Thomas. Your watch game is on point.

[@ToastRunnerHere]

I would definitely go with a Coupe rather that a Volante. Want to be "the guy who loves Aston Martin"! Good line guys - resonated in me!

[@dallasangler]

There. I told you. he actually said it. A Clone name James said: " I wasn't actually born" I always suspected Venture Bros. syndrome with those two.

[@kevinryan2992]

James gets his memories back by being gently placed into an MX-5

[@ethanrosen7397]

The production on this one looks incredible!

[@sparkplugbarrens]

Wow, they nailed it with the interior.

[@jeffs6090]

Why do you ask if you already know? I want to see if you've improved. You guys always have the best back and forth!!

[@Soh90]

Yeah… the LC500 is very hard to beat. I saw a green coupé for sale with some gold multi-spoked wheels for like $60,000 US and I nearly risked severely pissing my wife off that day bc I was going to buy that car, I really was. It wasn’t even listed for 4 freaking days for me to contemplate before someone bought it 😕😢

[@ryanclifford7691]

They are like two grandparents talking about their grandkids and how good they are, and get to go home at the end of the night. Never seeing the other stuff.

[@theyruinedyoutubeagain]

Listening to these two is therapeutic

[@Vorael]

damn, james been gettin to the gym. good job man!

[@VelkePivo]

One of the few convertibles to actually look good

[@seanc6468]

I love Aston Martin. Period. That's all. Nothing else, final answer.

[@jamesrogers538]

Love these guys they compliment each other lol watching from st.kitts in the Caribbean

[@blakewhite8831]

Lol it was great to see James just repeatedly gunning it 😂. Well done 👏👏👏

[@Machensachen57]

I was looking into the frige and dind‘t find something that could satisfy my hunger. But now I know, it needed just you reviewing an Aston Martin♥️

[@LiqdPT]

I know someone with a purple DB12 coupe (with Dark knight and sandstorm interior I think) and it looks incredible

[@brightkeyz6188]

Immediately after Thomas talked about the grill on the car I couldn’t unsee it 😂😂

[@kellingtonlink956]

Great ending. Epic motorcar! I’d personally go with the Lexus. Thanks for the video.

[@JKG-gr8t]

It’s so cute to see the both of you act like kids left alone in a candy store……… I smiled the entire video !

[@DuvJones]

13:00 So Laurence Stroll?

[@Midg-td3ty]

Honestly dont care how other people see you in this car its all about the driving experience. James Bond or not top down is the way to go. I rather be earl and have a fun than James Bond and have less fun. What other people think should never be a criteria for any car purchase that you use privately.

[@wiggly1]

Aston are on a serious roll, and as an ultimate daily-driveable car I would pick the DB12 or the new Vantage over any competitor. They've had the good looks for a while but now they have top driving dynamics and have massively improved the interior... it's just a winning combination.

[@truth6242]

10th time seeing these guys and just realized I never subbed. Subbed now. The AM DB12 is sexy as shit now. I think this might be actually the best looking late model car in the entire market right now. Wow, I never thought I would ever say that. Yes Aston Martin... the best looking now.

[@InfiniteSuccessAcademy]

Great video guys! I agree with Thomas and I think the grill is too large. It still says Aston Martin, but it takes up way too much front end real estate. As far as the windows go, most convertibles will open the windows (some all the way, others half way etc.) before the top drops, and close them once the top is back in place. You usually push down on the button to drop the top and pull up on the button to close the top, unless it is a rocker switch. However, many will differ, this has just been my experience.

[@1991julez]

I just love these videos in every way

[@ryanking6811]

In a weird way I get some 1930s vibes from that massive grill and I love it

[@friguy4444]

Hey!! This car reminds me of my $1500 dollar 2008 335XI twin turbo Bimmer which I put approximately $10,000 of Mods into. Now it makes 680HP's on E85 with a E40 blend of fuel! Okay the Volante is a bit newer and nicer but I'm telling you I'll bet it's CLOSE!! But with the Bimmer I can turn off 4X4 and make it only rear wheel drive at any time I want and go bare back Drifting in the wild of the Canadian outback! LOL.

[@patrickmike2524]

That gauge cluster looks like the got that from Temu

[@martynrollinson]

Should be analogue dials... Like Bugatti style.

[@prodbybnty]

Talk is Silver, Action is Gold means more when you drive and share the experience love these videos

[@bobabreath5097]

Gorgeous!! Drooling. You guys are too lucky!

[@gordonmills2748]

I can't with the giant grille. A Lexus SUV would be like "dude. A bit much, don't ya think?"

[@SPIN_89]

For almost HALF A MILLION, you better love the car 🤣

[@adamalter7639]

13:18 "You're making a lot of assumptions here", said James, the underappreciated voice-of-reason. Awesome video on many levels, as always.

[@realAdaunn]

16:05 I LAUGHED MY ASS OFF, james really put all his effort into that F

[@isaiahthe2nd]

Is it just me or was their a hand in one of the frames of James turning the car in at 18:15😂

[@zaddyofcourse]

Got to admit, Thomas was having a good time, I mean look at the thing 🙀

[@szymonski1905]

I’ve been in an LC500 and there is simply no way I’d ever need more power than there is in that car, and I think it sounds way better. This Aston is amazing but nothing will convince me it’s worth 3x+ more, however it’s definitely for a different customer who just doesn’t care that it’s that much more.