zeitgeist57 Posted August 19, 2013 Report Share Posted August 19, 2013 http://www.dennydotson.com/1997-AstonMartin-DB7/Used-Convertible/Johnstown-OH/8770/3352947/Details.aspx I've always remarked when you can get high-end Euro/Japanese automobiles for cheap (thanks, depreciation!), but just randomly perusing mah favrite berks on used cars, I saw this little gem. I've always been smitten with Aston's, and the '90s DB7 offers a mid-300hp boosted straight six with a stick shift combo...sadly, this one is an automatic. PROS: 007-style for new Kia Optima money bespoke luxury Decent reliability KOTR highway-cruiser If you can't get tail in DAT ASTON, please drop your man card at the nearest return bawkxz. CONS: Pricey to repair MPG LOL Autotragic Denny Dotson EWWWW... Convertisexual, if you're one of those losers that doesn't like a good drop-top. WOULD YOU? *Yes, I am modeling this thread off of Jalopnik's NPOCP segment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sledhead36 Posted August 19, 2013 Report Share Posted August 19, 2013 Stop thinking so much and just do it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BDHG940 Posted August 19, 2013 Report Share Posted August 19, 2013 *Odometer discrepancy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Not Brian Posted August 19, 2013 Report Share Posted August 19, 2013 http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v260/Ricochet16/nope_zps38e22836.jpg http://s3-media1.ak.yelpcdn.com/bphoto/hye6GkiqdEFUiC7Un8LZfw/o.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RC K9 Posted August 19, 2013 Report Share Posted August 19, 2013 Would not by anything from Denny Dotson...ever. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron Posted August 19, 2013 Report Share Posted August 19, 2013 All the replies above are correct. Find a manual with same actual mileage and pay more, then yes! I think they look great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Jones Posted August 19, 2013 Report Share Posted August 19, 2013 Been looking at the 4.7 09+ I think v8 vantage 6mt's lately. Not fast, not a race car but I've always loved Aston's since I was a kid. Do not buy that old janky auto car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harmonda Posted August 19, 2013 Report Share Posted August 19, 2013 (edited) An Aston with a drop-top is missing at least its second best design feature...Dat roofline... Like this... http://www.flickr.com/images/slideshow/thirdparty_thumb.jpg Edited August 19, 2013 by harmonda Messed up link Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forrest Gump 9 Posted August 19, 2013 Report Share Posted August 19, 2013 Buy it, drive it, enjoy it, if it blows up, LSx it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Karacho1647545492 Posted August 19, 2013 Report Share Posted August 19, 2013 when it blows up FTFY. You know that car has been passed around and abused more than a high school prom queen if it's sitting at Twatson's lot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evan9381 Posted August 19, 2013 Report Share Posted August 19, 2013 I swear Clay said he wasn't gonna make any more of these damn threads. I think he even made a thread to announce it when he bought the bimmer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
POS VETT Posted August 19, 2013 Report Share Posted August 19, 2013 Clay, give it up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forrest Gump 9 Posted August 19, 2013 Report Share Posted August 19, 2013 Seriously, if you buy this thing, drive it, blow it up, park it somewhere until you retire, then sell it you'll double your money I guaranty it . But I think this one is more practical http://dayton.craigslist.org/cto/3975045575.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diamonds Posted August 19, 2013 Report Share Posted August 19, 2013 Looks like a jag. Those eat money too. If you are buying it to give the impression that you "stepped up" you might not be getting there in that car in particular. I also think they probably cost a lot to maintain and fix. But I cannot say for sure. Given the probable cost to maintain and fix....I would take this over the Aston. http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/vehicledetails.xhtml?zip=43220&endYear=2014&showcaseOwnerId=0&startYear=1981&makeCode1=MAS&firstRecord=26&searchRadius=300&maxPrice=40000&mmt=%5BMAS%5B%5D%5B%5D%5D&minPrice=12000&listingId=351385696&listingIndex=18&Log=0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc1647545523 Posted August 19, 2013 Report Share Posted August 19, 2013 Clay, I think all of us here agree that you are obliged to go test drive this car then come back on here and give us your review. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duff1647545513 Posted August 19, 2013 Report Share Posted August 19, 2013 I am a fan of most Astons, but as stated above, that one looks too much like a Jaguar and the whole Denny Dotson thing would keep me away from this one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Karacho1647545492 Posted August 19, 2013 Report Share Posted August 19, 2013 Looks like a jag. Those eat money too. If you are buying it to give the impression that you "stepped up" you might not be getting there in that car in particular. I also think they probably cost a lot to maintain and fix. But I cannot say for sure. Given the probable cost to maintain and fix....I would take this over the Aston. http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/vehicledetails.xhtml?zip=43220&endYear=2014&showcaseOwnerId=0&startYear=1981&makeCode1=MAS&firstRecord=26&searchRadius=300&maxPrice=40000&mmt=%5BMAS%5B%5D%5B%5D%5D&minPrice=12000&listingId=351385696&listingIndex=18&Log=0 Clay needs to drive the Aston, this Maserati, and the newest Alfa Romeo he can find and then report back to us with the Maintenance Nightmare Shootout. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zeitgeist57 Posted August 19, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 19, 2013 LOL @ your responses, folks. I'm not buying anything. :thumbup: Fact is, when I was backpacking across Italy after graduating from college, my buddies were eyeing the beach talent, and I was remarking at all the neat Euro-rides that we didn't have in the states. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . no homo... I CAN'T STOP LOOKING http://www.hickorywindranch.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/brain-on-drugs.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KillJoy Posted August 19, 2013 Report Share Posted August 19, 2013 when I was backpacking across Italy after graduating from college, my buddies were eyeing the beach talent, and I was remarking at all the neat Euro-rides that we didn't have in the states. ...if this statement is true, it explains A LOT! :lolguy: KillJoy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngryBMW Posted August 19, 2013 Report Share Posted August 19, 2013 Denny is a crook. I would never buy a car from them. -Marc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Got-Boost? Posted August 20, 2013 Report Share Posted August 20, 2013 If it were me, NO! If you are serious, go drive it and report back. Personally, I think you'll hate it... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tha Kernal Posted August 28, 2013 Report Share Posted August 28, 2013 Would not by anything from Denny Dotson...ever. Denny is a crook. I would never buy a car from them. -Marc Wondering why these comments are being made. Not been in the area that long but looked at a vehicle there once. Seemed like nice guys. Anyone care to elaborate? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kirks5oh Posted August 28, 2013 Report Share Posted August 28, 2013 search function is your friend bro^^^ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harmonda Posted August 28, 2013 Report Share Posted August 28, 2013 search function is your friend bro^^^ I've never been able to search on this forum. No matter what the criteria I get zero results. So, cool advice bro. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zeitgeist57 Posted August 28, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 28, 2013 Wondering why these comments are being made. Not been in the area that long but looked at a vehicle there once. Seemed like nice guys. Anyone care to elaborate? http://www.columbusracing.com/forums/showthread.php?t=85515&highlight=dotson Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.