Aston Martin Virage for Export from Dubai

Aston Martin Virage for export from Dubai: a short-lived V12 that sat between two better-known cars

The Aston Martin Virage that most people find on sale today is the 2011 revival, a V12 grand tourer slotted between the DB9 and the DBS in the range. It lasted barely eighteen months, which is the fact that shapes its value abroad. A buyer interested in an Aston Martin Virage for export from Dubai is choosing a car that was made in small numbers over a short window, and one that was dropped because it overlapped with its neighbours.

Before going further, note that the name is older than that. An earlier Virage with a V8 engine was built from 1989 to 2000, and it is a very different car. The used Aston Martin Virage page for Dubai lists cars sold for local use in the UAE, while the cars on this page are offered for buyers who intend to take them out of the country.

The brief life of the model also means information is thin. Some websites mix up the generations, so use the VIN and the registration year, not the headline in an advert.

Which Virage: the 2011 to 2012 car and the 1989 to 2000 car

The modern Virage was produced from March 2011 to September 2012. It came as a coupe and as an open Volante. Aston Martin positioned it as a more affordable, slightly softer alternative to the DBS, based on the same family of aluminium architecture used by the DB9.

The older Virage, built from 1989 to 2000, used a V8 engine and a hand-built steel and aluminium body. Around a thousand were made, with variants such as the Volante and the Vantage. In later years the standard model was renamed V8 Coupe.

If a listing gives no year, ask. A car from 2011 or 2012 is the V12 car and probably what you are after. A car from the 1990s is an older classic with its own market, needs, and import rules.

Ask the seller whether the car has ever been re-trimmed or repainted. Original paint and leather count for much on a limited run.

The modern car's short run also explains why it appears in Gulf listings less often than a DB9. Production ended in 2012, and the cars that exist today are mostly in the hands of private owners rather than dealers, so a clean example does not stay listed for long and a buyer may have to wait for the right one.

What the Virage offers: V12 power with a gentler character

The 2011 Virage uses a naturally aspirated 5.9-litre V12 that Aston Martin rated at about 490 horsepower, driving the rear wheels through a six-speed automatic. That is less than the DBS of the time and more than the DB9, which put it in the middle of a crowded range.

The body carried a new front end with a more angular look, revised lighting and an interior with extra leather and trim. Underneath, it shares much with the DB9, so many mechanical parts are common across the two. That helps owners looking for spares.

In practice, the Virage is a comfortable, long-legged tourer more than a sharp sports car. Buyers who want that kind of driving will find it satisfying, while those who want a track-day tool should look elsewhere.

As with any V12, heat management is a point to check. Ask about the cooling system and when hoses and the water pump were last changed.

The transmission deserves attention. The six-speed automatic is generally durable, but shifts that are slow, harsh or accompanied by warning lights should be taken seriously. Ask for a short video of the car moving off from cold and shifting through the gears.

Coupe or Volante, and the 2+2 cabin

Both body styles came with a 2+2 cabin. The rear seats are small, and are best treated as extra luggage space. The coupe is the more common of the two, and the Volante has a folding fabric roof.

A Volante calls for a closer look at the roof. The fabric, seals and the electric mechanism should all be checked, and the car should be inspected for any signs of water getting in, such as stains on the carpet or a musty smell.

Aston Martin built the Virage in a limited batch, so options such as colours and wheel designs can be hard to find a second time. Ask whether the car is as it left the factory or has been altered.

Think about who will drive it. The seat position and steering wheel suit most adults, but taller people should check that the cabin is comfortable before buying.

What sets the price of a Virage sold for export

Body style and condition come first. The Volante usually costs more than the coupe, and a car with a clean cabin and no history of accident repair beats a tired one by a wide margin.

Mileage and service history are next. A car that has been maintained by an Aston Martin dealer with the major services done is easier to sell abroad, while one with gaps raises questions. Look for records of coolant, brakes, belts and the state of the suspension bushes.

Then think about import costs. Large V12 engines can attract high taxes in some markets, and a car now more than a decade old may be affected by age rules. A customs agent can give you a worked example before you commit.

Remember that interest in the model moves with fashion. Collectors may be more drawn to the DB9 or the DBS, so check what similar cars have sold for rather than asking prices alone.

A Gulf-supplied Virage compared with one from another region

The Virage was sold through dealers in many regions, and a Gulf car was prepared for high temperatures with its history held locally. Cars from Europe or America differ in lighting, units and some labels.

For parts, many of the mechanical components are shared with the DB9, but body panels, lights and interior trim for the Virage are specific. Quote the VIN when ordering anything, and find out which specialists near the destination can supply them.

Hot-climate cars can show faded leather, dried rubber and a cracked dash, so ask for close-up pictures of those places.

Check the electronics, too. Window motors, the central display and the audio system on an older Aston can be slow or faulty, and replacements are not always cheap.

When you choose between a Gulf car and an imported one, look at the stamps in the service book. Dealer stamps from one region over many years show steady care, while a book with few entries or entries from many places can mean the car was neglected or moved around a lot.

How to buy a Virage in Dubai for export, step by step

Start by checking what your authority allows for a car of this age. Ask about the age cap, emissions standard and any rules for older sports cars, and keep the answer.

Review the cars listed here and speak to a verified UAE seller. OneClickDrive is a car marketplace with no commission, and it does not inspect, ship or guarantee anything, so you agree price and handover with the seller.

Ask for photographs of the engine bay, underbody and cabin, plus the service book and the registration. Pay for an independent inspection by a marque specialist before putting down a deposit.

Select a forwarder with experience of your port. The seller or forwarder cancels the UAE registration and prepares the export papers, and the forwarder books the container and the bill of lading. Pay the balance when the papers match the car.

Get a written agreement for the sale that names the car by VIN, lists what is included, and states the payment terms. It protects both sides if anything goes wrong.

Age caps, emissions and last checks before you pay for a Virage

A Virage from 2011 or 2012 is now more than a decade old. Some countries cap the age of imported cars, and others count older sports cars as classics under separate rules. Ask how the authority counts, since some use the first registration date and others the build date.

Emissions are the second barrier. The V12 is of an older standard, and a strict destination may refuse it. This is not a question the seller can settle for you.

Each UAE car has the steering on the left. If your country registers only right-hand-drive vehicles, the Virage cannot be registered there.

Before paying, ask whether the car is clear of finance and fines, whether the VIN matches the papers, which year it was built, whether it has been in an accident, and whether it is a coupe or a Volante. Ask for the service history.

If the car is to be shown at a classic car event or kept as a collector piece, tell your forwarder, who can arrange suitable cover and careful handling.

Finally, plan for arrival. Book an inspection at the destination port, line up a registered workshop that knows the brand, and keep the export papers somewhere safe until the car is registered. A car this old often needs a little work after a long sea voyage, so keep some money aside for that.

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