Aston Martin Virage 1990 (H) - FH 2dr Auto

By the late 1980s it had been nearly two decades since Aston Martin had successfully delivered an all new car. Whilst they continued to muddle on with production of the then ageing V8, no amount of James Bond product placement could hide the fact that their competitors were delivering newer, more advanced cars.To combat this rising tide of technology, Aston Martin launched the Virage at the 1988 Birmingham Motor Show. It was fresher, sleeker, and more modern than its predecessor, but it retained the hand built charm that Astons clientele had come to know and love.This example is a 1990 Aston Martin Virage. Externally, the car is finished in Raven Black, which suits the modernised lines. As is appropriate for a car of this era, the black paintwork is contrasted by orange indicator lenses.At the rear, the cars aggressive raked styling leads down to a rear diffuser panel that houses a twin exit exhaust. The car sits on its original set of 16 inch five spoke alloy wheels, finished in silver with locking centre caps, wrapped in a matching set of Avon tyres.Step inside and you are greeted with the pinnacle of early 1990s grand touring luxury. The first thing you will notice is the polished sill plaques, followed by the seats. They are not only electrically adjusted but also heated.They are trimmed in supple black hide and remain in excellent condition. The black hide extends throughout the interior to the dashboard, centre console, armrest, and steering wheel. The dashboard is adorned with burr walnut trim, with matching trim surrounding the gear lever. The car also retains its original Pioneer head unit.Under the bonnet is a 5.3 litre V8, a development of the engine fitted to its predecessor, now upgraded with 32 valves. It is mated to the extremely rare five speed ZF manual gearbox. The combination produces around 330 bhp and 364 lb ft of torque, resulting in period claims that the acceleration simply did not run out.Having covered just 16,500 miles from new, the engine runs extremely well and the gearbox and clutch operate smoothly. Despite the low mileage, this Virage has not been excluded from regular maintenance. In 2023, the car was sent to Charles Hurst Aston Martin in Belfast for a thorough inspection and completion of any remedial work.This resulted in over 7,000 pounds worth of work, including leaks, gaskets, filters, a major service, and the all important replacement of five new drive belts. The history file contains numerous documents including Aston Martin service records, MOTs, and more. The original spare keys are also included.In January 2025, we rebuilt the brake calipers, replaced the brake discs, and fitted new braided brake lines. The car will be supplied with a fresh MOT as part of the sale.For a period of time, the Virage and later Vantage existed almost in silos. Despite being sold as a cut above the DB7, they became far more scarce than their more common sibling. In recent years, appreciation for these iconic models has returned, reflected by a steady increase in values.These cars represent a window into an Aston Martin of old, when the brand was building almost brutish British muscle cars that redefined public perception. This ultra original, low mileage example, finished in a classy and desirable colour combination, is surely one of the best available on the market.As with all our vehicles, a full digital folder is available upon request, containing more images, walk around videos, and scans of the service history. The car can also be viewed by appointment at our West London showroom.