• Offered from the Youngtimer Collection
• Upgraded with the desirable six-speed manual transmission
• Showing less than 14,600 km

Aston Martin unveiled the Vanquish S at the 2004 Paris Auto Show. With horsepower from 460 bhp to 520 bhp, and revised gearbox and rear axle ratios, top speed was quoted as being over 200 mph. Furthermore, the Vanquish S is distinguished by a larger grille, new front splitter and a raised rear ‘spoiler’.

Delivered new to the Middle East, this late-production Vanquish S was imported to Switzerland by the consignor and shows less than 14,600 km on its odometer. Late-production Vanquishes could be equipped with satellite navigation, and keen eyes will notice the blacking plate where this would normally reside, as Asian and Middle Eastern market cars were not offered with satellite navigation.

The Vanquish’s original manual transmission managed by a hydraulically activated clutch was considered by many to be the Vanquish’s Achilles’ heel so much so that Aston Martin Works was convinced to offer conversions to a ‘traditional’ manual transmission. These conversions could be carried out at Aston Martin Works in Newport Pagnell or selected dealerships overseas, and this car has received one such conversion.

Manual gearbox conversion Vanquish Ses rarely come to market, and the opportunity to acquire this lovely dark blue over beige example should not be missed.To view this car and others currently consigned to this auction, please visit the RM website at rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/pa19.