Aston Martin V8 Market Index1972-1989

About the Aston Martin V8

The Aston Martin V8, produced between 1972 and 1989, remains a quintessential symbol of British grand touring, serving as the company’s handcrafted flagship for nearly two decades before the Virage took its place in 1990. Evolution was a constant for this model, beginning when the DBS transitioned into the "AM V8" with its signature quad-cam V8 engine, and eventually spawning iconic variants like the high-performance Vantage, the Volante convertible, and the coachbuilt V8 Zagato. In the Australian market, these vehicles possess immense desirability due to their "British muscle car" persona and presence, appealing to a sophisticated buyer pool of seasoned collectors and enthusiasts of bespoke engineering. While maintenance of the complex mechanicals and hand-formed aluminium bodywork requires specialist attention, the model’s market value remains robust, buoyed by its rarity and the prestige associated with the marque’s traditional era of production.