It’s hard to shake the association of an Aston Martin with James Bond. Even though the first Bond car was not an Aston Martin, 1964’s Goldfinger would see the DB5 in action, creating an association that lasts to this day. The Vanquish which was released in 2001 and featured in the following year’s Die Another Day only served increase the desirability factor of the next model, the DB9 of 2004, which ran for twelve whole years before the DB11 took over. On sale here is a gorgeous drop-top 2006 Aston Martin DB9 Volante with a healthy 45,000 miles under its wheels for you to explore all your Bond driving fantasies with.
Styled by Ian Callum, the same man behind the pen that drew the Vanquish, along with Henrik Fisker, it’s not hard to see the similarities. This 2006 Aston Martin DB9 Volante wears a cool blue paintwork with a black convertible top. Multi-spoke alloy wheels wear high-performance tires, and the twin exhausts at the rear allow the V12 to sing clearly. Whichever way you look at it, the DB9 is a clean design that still looks modern in 2022, regardless of whether it’s in coupe or convertible form. Xenon high-intensity headlamps which were cutting-edge technology at the time grant this car very good night-time lighting abilities which is useful with such a low and wide car on poorly lit country roads. The interior is also in blue which actually looks closer to a shade of aquamarine in certain lighting conditions, and there’s some contrasting wood trim on the dash and doors. Four occupants can be seated, although the rear seats are better for children or smaller adults on shorter journeys. Interestingly, you’ll find the engine start button smack dab in the middle of the center console, flanked by four buttons that control the automatic transmission. A classy analog clock sits below, as well as an integrated radio/CD player with phone capability and Linn Premium sound system. The front bucket seats are electrically adjustable, and the mirrors are heated for better visibility on cold days. The tilt and telescopic steering column hosts a three-spoke wheel with a few multifunction controls and the paddles for manual gear selection. The instrument panel is another interesting curio, as the rev counter sweeps anticlockwise.
This 2006 Aston Martin DB9 Volante packs the same engine that was offered in the Vanquish, the 5.9L (commonly called a 6.0L) AM11 V12. Power and torque figures for this soulful-sounding powerplant sit at 450hp and 420lb-ft, granting a zero-to-sixty sprint of under five seconds for this Grand Tourer that weighs almost 3,900lbs. The top speed on the Volante model was initially restricted to 165mph, while the coupe could fly all the way up to 186mph. This car also has power steering, and ventilated disc brakes on all wheels to provide ample stopping power.
2006 MY Aston Martin DB9 Volante Xenon high intensity headlamp Linn Premium brand stereo system Tilt and telescopic steering wheel Power steering Heated mirrors Bucket front seats Alloy wheels Performance tires
The Aston Martin DB9: a car that was so well-designed it stayed in production for 12 years, and continues to impress over 2 decades after its launch. In 2004, it took over the DB line from the outgoing DB7. While it’s predecessor was often criticized as being a Jag XJS in a fancy dress, the DB9 was developed as a fresh car (in fact, there is some speculation that Aston Martin avoided calling it the DB8 to distinguish it even more from its predecessor). The convertible version was named the DB9 Volante and debuted in September 2004 with softer suspension than the coupe and extra reinforcement to protect the occupants in case of a rollover incident.
There’s something uber cool about driving an Aston Martin. The sheer sensation of it, the luxurious interior, the snarling V12 of earlier models, and of course the James Bond connection. Who wouldn’t want to drive a car from a brand that’s associated with the most popular movie superspy of all time? Granted, the DB9 didn’t see any screen time in the hands of Bond, but it’s still a darn fine machine. If you want to get your hands on a DB9, we have this 11,411-mile 2006 Aston Martin DB9 Volante for sale from Orinda, California. With its naturally aspirated V12, Linn 260-watt premium sound system, and Westminster Green convertible top, it’s a really awesome car to own and drive, to put it mildly.
If you own and drive an Aston Martin, you’re basically following in the footsteps of the most popular superspy, James Bond. The link between this British automaker and the fictional British superspy is historic, and continues to this day. Never mind the irony of a spy using one of the most prominent cars around, or the fact that originally Bond was a Bentley man in Ian Fleming’s novels. Either way, you can channel your inner Bond with this 2007 Aston Martin DB9 Volante that’s for sale in Maitland, Florida. With just 36,614 miles, this open-topped Aston is the way to smooth and suave driving nirvana – with that V12 under the hood!
Selecting an Aston Martin as your next vehicle shows that you are a certain sort of person. The type that appreciates British design and sports car engineering, and most likely, a James Bond fan at heart too. This iconic British automaker has had a long association with Ian Fleming’s superspy, in film at least. In the books, Bond is a Bentley man, but when the films were being produced, Aston Martin became the selected vehicle of Mr. Bond. In fact, you can find Aston Martins in over half of the Bond films produced to date. Today’s Aston Martin of choice is a 2020 Aston Martin DB11 Volante from Fort Myers, Florida. The DB11 debuted 2016 and was made until 2023, in coupe and convertible (Volante) forms. This particular example packs a twin-turbo V8 and just under 6,100 miles on the clock.
The Aston Martin DB9: a car that was so well-designed it stayed in production for 12 years, and continues to impress over 2 decades after its launch. In 2004, it took over the DB line from the outgoing DB7. While it’s predecessor was often criticized as being a Jag XJS in a fancy dress, the DB9 was developed as a fresh car (in fact, there is some speculation that Aston Martin avoided calling it the DB8 to distinguish it even more from its predecessor). The convertible version was named the DB9 Volante and debuted in September 2004 with softer suspension than the coupe and extra reinforcement to protect the occupants in case of a rollover incident.
Historically, British sports and luxury automaker Aston Martin applied the Vantage tag to existing vehicles, usually to signify the higher-performance derivative of them. All that changed in 2005 when they decided to make Vantage a separate model. Designed by Henrik Fisker and Ian Callum, the first proper generation of the Vantage was a huge success, and the second generation continued on a lively streak. This 2012 Aston Martin Vantage V8 Roadster is a lovely first-generation example and has received a recent servicing. With its soulful V8 engine, Sportshift automated manual gearbox and just over 24,000 miles on the clock, it’s now up for grabs in The Villages, Florida. Do you like it? You definitely do!
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