NEW Aston Martin DBS Superleggera First Drive!

[@Atels11]

For me it's probably the best looking car ever created. It's so special, words can't describe it.

[@OllieW501]

You're so natural on camera James, and so informed and constructive with your comments. Great video again, thanks so much :-)

[@joaopaulolemos6001]

One of your best reviews yet.. Incredible work there my friend.. Much respect.. You're definitely one of the best car youtuber at the moment.. It's all about cars and driving experience, which some of the others youtubers are starting to forget and feels like they are just bragging about their rich life.. With you that just does not happens.. Congrats and please keep up the good work..

[@charlieh2998]

João Paulo Lemos . Totally agree with you 👍🏻Look forward to all his new videos.

[@robertmaddock1813]

João Paulo Lemos here here...

[@zzhughesd]

Agree, great dissemination of a true GT and teh Aston's spec ( didn't know truely before James )

[@KebsW16]

Why don't they just remove those back seats and make a nice lugguage space..

[@MrMadness1993]

they should make it an option

[@hdsg8361]

Helps with Eu law and insurance I think

[@tomasso911]

This infuriates me as well. In this kind of cars, those rear seats are utterly unusable. They should fit there some custom made luggage , which you can strap in that space.

[@paulsmith1879]

Often wondered why they don’t make 2+2s as 3 seaters with a transverse rear seat, bit weird as a concept but could work

[@Speed_7545]

Bureaucracy

[@JasonJPWimages]

Such a beautiful looking car. So much better looking than the DB11!

[@kraenk12]

Jason Wright sadly still the same tacky interior.

[@joshumone3301]

@@kraenk12 the interior looks gorgeous

[@joshumone3301]

@@kraenk12 you just need to change the colour from black to something else

[@joshumone3301]

@@kraenk12 black doesn’t work with astons interior

[@OneGenericName]

Mr JWW is the only car channel left on my KZbin subscription list. Your perfectly described driving experiences can't help but put a smile on your face and make your heart beat faster as you take followers along for a ride. It's quite astounding, an art form actually, how you are able to impart that kind of emotion in the viewers of your videos

[@MRVSKIN]

Absolutely fantastic review. I do have to say that I would go for the DBS over the 812 Superfast any day . It is drop dead gorgeous. Yes the gearbox isn’t like the 812 but that is not what this car is about. It’s the perfect match for power and comfort. I can imagine the 812 is very unforgiving if you are not careful. Especially with all that power. I mean. Come on. Most of the car reviewers like Clarkson and Harris said the Ferrari has too much power. I think the DBS sits right in the sweet spot between the 812 Superfast and the continental GT. it’s not on the knife edge in responsiveness like the 812 but it is also not as stately as the Continental. Well done Aston for hitting the sweet spot. I will have mine in Matt Grey with yellow accents and dark genres wheels. Excellent video as always. Looking forward to seeing what you have next on you’re channel

[@stephenmorgan6189]

Why has Jame’s channel so few subscribers? Production quality is on an another level, he is a genuine chap and a real car enthusiast. Is there a marketing way to spread this channel as the work he and his wife put into this channel deserves more recognition?

[@ButtonsTaru]

One of the most beautiful cars ever, they did an amazing job. Love your content, keep up the amazing work. :)

[@PorscheGTRSWeissach]

Michael Eggers Absolutely! :-)

[@denisspratt926]

I think you should just cancel the 812 and order this. You already have a Ferrari V12 and you need a Aston in your garage. And NO its not the most powerful road going Aston ever made. That is the One-77. I want one of these, can´t afford one at the moment, but maybe used in a few years. Great video though.

[@stefangrubesic2708]

Denis Spratt If it was a double clutch he maybe would do so, I say maybe because I think that he is building himself a slot for 812 TDF (or whatever it will be called) by buying the 812 Superfast and already having F12 TDF, F12 Berlinetta and two 458 Speciales

[@denisspratt926]

Stefan Grubesic Maybe he is. But it is getting a bit boring with all the Ferraris, Porches and McLaren. It almost seem like that is the only cars he want to own.

[@vagabundo6409]

Why would he purchase a car for this money if its worse than Mercedes S63 Copue, Bentley Conti GT and even Lexus LC500? :D Guys wake up! Aston Martin is existing in our minds only because we were young when Top Gear reviewed DB9. And because of 007 movies. Thats it. Aston is the most irrelevant company in the business now. They cant do anything, they are 10 years behind the others.

[@MiketheNerdRanger]

Denis Spratt maybe it is. It's his money, his choice.

[@joaodaniel5098]

me after reading your comment: WTF... i rather have two 812 instead one 812 and one aston (the only aston i would accept is the one77)

[@1LE_Ciko]

Goodness I love how simple yet stunning Aston make their cars deff one of the most beautiful car makers out there by far

[@TheRafaBStudio]

I'm very happy about seeing companies as Aston Martin developing in such a mature and consistent way. Great modern pieces of machinery, loaded with technology and yet one hundred percent preserving the visual DNA which it's been done so gracefully. Well done, guys! Cheers, James!

[@ojosazules8828]

Jamon pata negra, check....Glass of Rioja...check...pool side...check....lets roll with another MrJWW slice of awesomeness😎

[@alancollins833]

Beautiful car, the color red keeps getting better all the time.

[@johnnynapalm6214]

Huge fan of this video James. That cinematography was phenomenal. I didn't realize that you could get it any better but yet again here you are with some astounding angles. Honestly James you are getting better and better sir. Props to ya, keep up the good work James, you are the most deserving a driving tele series. Major fan since the old days, keep it up James.

[@robertmaddock1813]

Such a well composed video, the review itself, the cinematography ... great job James.

[@Loekie-de-leeuw]

How is a 'one person' youtube channel able to make better car reviews than all the big car magazines combined? Exceptional work, A+ James!

[@phillollard6965]

Good review as usual , I feel Aston should of gone the extra and fitted a double clutch , if you want the complete package , and lets face it ultra quick changes are the real deal, then they were lackadaisical,in not including it in the new range of cars . Aston are rebranding themselves looks wise , getting ahead of the game with boundary pushing technological new designs , interiors exteriors engines running gear and names ,all elevating this old company into the exciting new age , keeping older customers ,and attracting new blood . So someone somewhere made a big gaffe signing off the new cars with out the double clutch option, it just gives a whifff of oh that will be alright , and that is so old Aston , and really not what the New Aston , is portraying. It's the details every time , that can just be a flaw in an otherwise pretty flawless diamond.

[@savannahkorben7353]

They should've just offered a nice 6 speed manual like Chevy does with the Vette. Their auto box isn't up to snuff with the dual clutches out of Germany/Italy so they give you the manual.

[@F1ll1nTh3Blanks]

iifymbro it's a super GT, what don't you get about that.. manuals are reserved for sports cars like Vantage, Vette ans 911. Other than that I kind of see what you mean. Single auto's are getting good, but top line just don't have what the duel clutch has.

[@F1ll1nTh3Blanks]

Mikhail Sven agreed but still it's not all that lightweight tbf. I mean it's still almost 2 tones.

[@savannahkorben7353]

So what if it's a super GT, if anything that increases the desire for a manual because it'll be 100% run on the street which is boring enough driving as it is without having a computer do the whole shifting process for you.

[@F1ll1nTh3Blanks]

iifymbro you see that's funny, because last I heard GTs are mile crunchers, not smaller city cars or sports cars. I mean sure you could lob a manual in it and still do the 500+ mile stretch.. but I am pretty sure you'd prefer an auto of some sort. Ultimately its a super "GT", not a "sports" GT or sports car or supercar. I get it sure would be fun and all but.. when it comes down to it it's still a GT and still for the cross country as apposed to what you'd be using other cars for.

[@fud1376]

Best looking front end of any car I'd say........Awesome!!

[@vicko22100]

For me this is the best looking Aston's ever made.Love the way it's sounds and as mentioned the DCT is what something that Aston Martin is not working on over a long period of time.Anyway great video James.

[@LcRiql]

I’m a simple Guy, i see MrJWW uploading, i like

[@erikdebrabander8174]

James, have you ever considered to write a letter to the BBC to be the new "Jeremy Clarkson" on Topgear? I really love your car reviews on this channel. You use your own words, but it has some of Clarkson's dna in it that I liked so much in the early days of Topgear. The new DBS is a lovely GT car but as you say it will never compete with the 812 superfast in terms of performance and gearshifting. But the in- and exterior are beautifull!

[@Cal-El]

This intro was such gold. The music and the b roll. YES.

[@hummer149]

Doesn’t sound as good as the Vanquish S unfortunately 😤

[@N7_Matsura]

To be fair, VERY few things sound as good as the Vanquish S.

[@samuelsantiagoramirez1058]

I’m in love with the new DBS but the Vanquish is from another planet!! I miss the old aston martin sound

[@F1ll1nTh3Blanks]

AllBlacks NZ IT'S A twin TURBO. It's NOT GOING TO. 👍

[@kristianolsenlarsen]

You’re right mate. But they just couldn’t stick the old NA V12 in it and make the db11 quicker

[@SVPSkins]

the 2009 DBS sounds better then both.

[@ToreHansen]

Only car where frontplate works better than without.

[@pauldavis3904]

Am i the only one that thinks the last generation of Astons, particularly the later ones, were FAR prettier cars! Id take a 2015 V12 Vantage over any new Aston on the market. As for the gearbox, i feel theyve always lacked in the department compared to its competition. But Aston Martin is about more then that.

[@TheAventadorSV]

I 100% agree, If i was in the market I would take the Vanquish S over this DBS because of sound and looks alone

[@Real_MisterSir]

I'd take the old DBS over any newer Aston Martin. Second to that would be the Vanquish.. Just can't get around the styling of the new generation AM cars, nor their turbo engines that just don't offer the same emotion through exhaust note and probably power deliver feel too (can't say for certain for the last one, haven't been fortunate enough to drive them yet).

[@simonbuyens2209]

I had the same feeling with the previous gen's. After a while though, these looks start to grow on me. This whole new design language definitely takes some getting used to.. but inherently they are definitely ugly in my opinion. Ask me again in 5 years and I'll probably love these ;)

[@pauldavis3904]

@@simonbuyens2209 i had a much closer look at a few varients at Aston in Cheltenham, and it confirmed what i thought originally haha.

[@geekyhawk325]

Oh man! Those opening shots are pure quality.

[@kimi88cz]

One of the best car videos on yt😍 these shots!!

[@chriswharmby7135]

This car has leapt to the top of my Lottery list. Would love to be in the position to drive this car, but thanks for taking us along James.

[@stephenoverstreet9898]

Exterior = gorgeous. Instrument binnacle = awkward and random. Seats = overstyled, reptilian-looking, and pointless. Sound = great, but not great like the old one.

[@dghost198]

Stephen Overstreet those seats are goals wtf u talking bout?

[@SVPSkins]

The patton looks tacky as

[@Real_MisterSir]

Hideos from the rear. The standard DB11 had so gorgeous tail lights, but the DBS looks like a budget Vantage :s

[@kraenk12]

It’s incredibly sad how overstyled and ugly the interior is.

[@evanritter6981]

You can just tell James isn't anywhere CLOSE to as excited to be in this car compared to a 812SF. And that is what these cars are all about, right? Driver engagement and the excitement the car can bring? Bummer, I'm a big aston fan.

[@DMFattorini]

Game changer for AM in the world of competitors breaking the 3 second 0-60 barrier, however I wish they’d made the front lights look nicer. The rest of the at is absolutely stunning tho!

[@truthseeker2587]

You sir are in a league class of your own. One of the best video reviews in your library

[@daysofseptember]

Genuinely felt like I was watching Top Gear. Thank you James!

[@TuddecBMW]

I think this is the sweet spot in the Super GT class. The Bentley is very nice and fast but a tad tame because it’s AWD and safe. The Ferrari 812 Superfast is just too angry to be a relaxing GT on long drives. This has character, it can pull stupid power slides all day long, it has presence and it’s angry but it can chill when you want it to. Also, it’s drop-dead gorgeous.

[@Vantage3001]

I'm loving this new generation of Aston Martin, such a beautiful car!

[@stevielowe2853]

Stunning car inside and out Get this car right now!!! Forget ferrari

[@ahmedfarhan5919]

Loved the honest great review

[@jonesjonz1]

My favorite car right now.... perfect blend of looks and performance. Everything else is for the diva's.

[@DivyaTeja]

Imagine taking off those turbos and dialing up the power to 715 BHP which would make that V-12 sound like it should. I'd take that over the 812 any day with that much of torque.

[@peanuts2105]

I would bet my mortgage that 812 gearbox will implode in a typical Italian reliability way, whereas the DBS ZF box can take the power all day long. Aston, that is one stunning car.

[@davidgolder9373]

Personally I’m not a fan of the DB11 so thank god they’ve gone and made a new DBS. Interior stitching and design on the seats are probably my favourite along with the carbon vents by each side of the front wheels Loving the camera work mate👌

[@ChasingGiants23]

I love it. I reckon it's one of the most exciting new cars around. MINT!

[@KUROSHURA]

I wanna like it, I wanna love it. But without a Dual Clutch or even a manual option it’s just not up to snuff for me. It’s utterly gorgeous, it’s a shame the engineering and performance aren’t on the same level.

[@KUROSHURA]

Amarjit Singh 😂😂😂😂 Dear Cousin, you know the DBS can’t even match the F12 in engineering.

[@KUROSHURA]

Amarjit Singh lol what alternate reality are you typing this from? Astons are dinosaurs.

[@KUROSHURA]

Amarjit Singh lol you mean those Pink Mercedes?

[@KUROSHURA]

Amarjit Singh likewise, I’m so critical of Aston Martin because I know that they can do better.

[@robertlulek1634]

Where are the moron saying this is not dual clutch t's a two-door front-engine supercar with carbon fiber body panels, a naturally aspirated V-12 engine, a dual-clutch transmission, and a massive fin in the rear.Sep

[@ArTiD2]

There are other car channels but...man you are a quality!! thank you James !!

[@Lukec4ge]

Best review of this car yet. Thanks Mr JWW

[@ShiftyBigmac]

Greetings from Australia, love this channel so much, your work is much appreciated

[@TallDrink911]

Beautiful car and interior. Back seats are useless.

[@MclarenMP412C-]

Kyle LaCroix This car is a porker ....... heavy as FAKK

[@robertdaley9240]

James this content and filmography is fantastic. Great car, fantastic vid.

[@Higginz-wk9rl]

Sounds great for a turbocharged engine. Looks absolutely stunning and classy.

[@gride5153]

This is truely a beautiful looking car. The double clutch issue might not bother me so much. However, I am a little surprised that the interior isn't more different than the DB11.

[@paulbeddow3489]

The ZF 8 speed gearbox is a lot more compact and seriously lighter than a double-clutch. The extra weight of a double-clutch is increasing the emissions of vehicles that use them. Downshifts can only occur when the correct rpm are achieved in the relevant gear, so pull the minus paddle too early, and you will have to wait for the downshift. Double-clutches also struggle with high torque engines, they are better in high rpm/bhp applications.

[@dghost198]

I don’t care who you are, you can’t deny that’s a great looking car

[@mikearthur2020]

great video, superb production values. you've raised the bar again. keep it up!

[@K1CarTV]

The New DBS is sick!!!

[@colinhennessy2844]

That thing looks epic. That review was exquisite. Those wheels are incredibly sexy. How on earth do designers come up with these designs and where does the inspiration come from?! Amazing.

[@redpross1]

I agree with below.... cancel the 812 and get the DBS!!! It’s gorgeous.

[@pieterkatje]

Best freaking car ever

[@antonoat]

Autocar 2/10 Mr JWW 10/10 these are the scores I award for the two videos I've seen of this mega car. Great work James and team, you guys are pinnacle, there are just a couple of others who live at the same altitude. Keep it up and thanks for sharing what you do.

[@mateoduarte3392]

That V12 sounds amazing even with turbos

[@Marc-uw4lw]

Great content. Production quality is getting so high! Keep it up ✌🏽

[@Stadpad]

These videos remind me of the old top gear uk videos, great film work and enthusiasm for being a petrol head. Keep up the great work James. ❤️

[@bondy284]

Keep them coming James. World Class mate👍🇦🇺

[@stop_and_go]

I don’t like the db11 but this is a LOT better, super video as always !

[@southeastdaygo6193]

Best UK car KZbinr by far. Well you and Chris Harris

[@joaodaniel5098]

how i see Aston Martin: a car for an old rich guy that like sport cars

[@philipwalters2769]

According to Andy Palmer CEO of AM if you put a dual clutch transmission in the DBS it would add weight, cost more, and it would be slower. Of course he has a commercial interest to say so, but you have to ask yourself why are many other top manufacturers changing to the ZF. You harp on about the down shift having a dwell and the engine not revving to 9000 rpm but does it have to with a 12 cylinder and its massive torque. The crux of it is that it’s so much more classy and beautiful than its competitors.

[@scuderia747bhp]

Love the car and review, I was actually yesterday at my local Aston dealer asking about it, once they have it in the showroom I’ll go back for a test drive.....super interested!

[@kurakaru2727]

Awesome CAR, Nice Road, Great View... What A Wonderfull DAY you have Mr JWW..

[@LeBilletAuto]

*For a Super GT, the ZF 8 wouldn't shock me... Bug god I miss the NA V12... especially in such a gorgeous piece of machinery.*

[@schunkelperser1794]

This car is unrealisticly special. Brilliant review.

[@chrisradfordjones]

Great review. I am considering replacing my DB9 with a DBS or a Continental. The 9 has lots of road noise which is wearing on cross -continental drives. I think the new Bentley is a better Grand Tourer than the DB9 - any thoughts about the DBS for this in your next review.

[@hagreegardenmachinery3738]

Absolutely ridiculous video keep up the amazing content mate 👍👍🔥🔥🔥

[@HavokVI]

get this instead of the 812. the TDF will fill the 812 boots nicely. This Aston is beautiful

[@charlieh2998]

School Holidays, another JWW video and an Aston Martin. Love the look of this car. Would love you to add an Aston to your car collect. Great video yet again.

[@euanclague4674]

The videography in this is incredible, well in man!

[@Driver_88]

mjww vids are such a pleasant visual escape

[@reptile1968]

excellent review, content just gets better. ever thought about selling your soul a little and crossing over to main stream tv? Top Gear is waiting lol

[@nzdatsports9659]

superb review james . and a stunning aston ! showstopping .

[@matthiasaarts1]

Awesome review, your videos surpass the quality of most car journalists!

[@TopGear543]

Awesome video, great work James!

[@Mandurath]

Such a pretty car. Not sure about the looks of the interior. Curious why on alot of these GT/Sports cars why they bother putting in back seats.

[@trim105]

Interior is the biggest disappointment for me. It's not that it doesn't look good but for a car that when fully specced would almost be £100K over a DB11 I'd expect more than the DB11 interior with shift paddles borrowed from the new Vantage and new seats. Apart from that love the car, saw and sat in one in the flesh, it looks stunning in person and the interior is comfy and very well finished.

[@itmustbelove08]

It may not matter but the rear seats bring down insurance costs. Crazy I know.

[@kumarankarth86]

Excellent and entertaining video James. Gayden's pride and pleasure even for many years to come. I'd definitely put my money on the DBS in exchange for your allocated build slot on the 812.

[@thxrnberry]

Aston Martin Do Bits Society

[@joegrundy3000]

Pahahahaha this deserves so many more likes

[@rickchardet01]

Looks amazing but sounds pretty bland for a 5 litre v12

[@JXBModels]

I wouldn't judge the noise based on a KZbin video. Go and test drive one, and see what you make of it then.

[@rickchardet01]

Fuelled Funny I'm sure I'd love it, but even on KZbin it's nothing compared to an 812 or an aventador.

[@JXBModels]

I guess we'll see how they get on when they start building turbocharged V12's. Turbos do a great job of mullering the noise - until then, a N/A V12 is always going to sound nicer. Aston did a superb job producing a soundtrack from the AM31 engine, unfortunately it's not appreciated yet.

[@F1ll1nTh3Blanks]

For a biturbo V12 it sounds great, as good as an Aventador imo. Not as good as the 812 though, that has a better range of sound than any current mass production V12 imo.

[@F1ll1nTh3Blanks]

@@JXBModels Yeh, they tried but it's hard to come close to the old V12. The sound of the previous DBS was better than any V12 made today. I am surprised it's not 3 times the value as well.

[@chrisdyson5513]

Really nice opening cinematography, lovely car and excellent road test as usual.

[@beadmu]

Beautiful body but the interior looks terribly outdated. Was hoping for a more critical review of the inside but James couldn't even talk about it for more than a minute.

[@billthompson9595]

Great video! I agree regarding the trans, a bit behind the competion, but still a beautiful car to behold.

[@eichler721]

Great review James and good job by Aston to step up the game. However if I was looking for a GT car the 812SF is #1, this is #2 and the Bentley is #3.

[@ChrisLutz3]

thank u for a most honest review and opinion of this car!!!

[@SWatchik]

Sounds kinda like a Hyuara with less turbo noise. Headlights look like theyre directly lifted from a Jag XK, which doesn't look bad mind you.

[@davistanugraha712]

definitely the best car youtuber out there :)

[@thejonathanrath]

Stunning, absolutely stunning. Hopefully Aston will replace the box soon!

[@WattsUpDev]

James, trust me I feel your pain. If only the new DBS was a howling NA v12 with a DCT 🙌🏾. It’s as if Aston takes micro steps smh.

[@adamfry1125]

Superb video! Thanks. Great looking car too. Only that bonnet badge I'm not keen on.

[@Diffusion8]

Insightful review... Ever so slightly underwhelmed by the DBS and I certainly did NOT expect that! Exterior is absolutely gorgeous, but that centre console... Hmmmmmm.... Somehow reminds me of a Vauxhall Corsa from about 1998 (showing my age now, lol!)... and I'm extremely sad to hear about the downshifts!!! 😢

[@kraenk12]

Greebster Interior looks Korean before they got German designers.

[@platinumman21]

Beautiful car and scenery! Love the background on the still shots! I am just not liking that geometric stitching on the seats and console. Definitely want to see more content on the car!

[@Erik-sz1pq]

Realllllllllly nice edited!

[@markthompson265]

Another great car review, always about the cars which is why I look forward to you videos. Should the Aston be called DBSS as it's the superleggera

[@noahbirdrevolution]

New title idea: The Official Drive (Edit) That interior is amazing.