Elegance Abandoned.

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INTRODUCTION

As the final special-series evolution of the original Gaydon-era V8 Vantage, the GT8 distilled more than a decade of Aston Martin development into one extreme, highly focused, motorsport-inspired road car. Drawing heavily from Aston Martin Racing’s GT endurance program, the GT8 introduced extensive weight reduction, dramatic aerodynamic enhancements and a far more aggressive and extreme character than any V8 Vantage before it. In short, it's a very “un-Aston” Aston Martin, and that's exactly why it's so special.

Enhancing its collectability further, this example is finished in the iconic “Hero” or launch-spec of Stirling Green with Lime accents and is understood to be 1 of only 2 delivered new to Australia from a total production run of just 150 vehicles worldwide. Travelling only 4,557 km from new and presented with full Aston Martin service history, factory titanium exhaust system and extensive carbon fibre, this is an Aston Martin that closes off what can only be described as a golden era for production cars to come out of Gaydon.

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VEHICLE HIGHLIGHTS

This 2017 Aston Martin Vantage GT8 is presented in one of the model’s most iconic and desirable configurations and, as expected for its age and kilometres (only 4,557 km from new) in exceptional condition throughout. Finished in Stirling Green with Lime accents over Black Alcantara, it carries the unmistakable visual aggression that defined Aston Martin’s most focused V8 Vantage variant.

Specified with the dramatic fixed aero package, titanium exhaust system and extensive carbon fibre lightweight components, this example reflects the GT8’s stripped-back motorsport-inspired philosophy. Serviced exclusively through Aston Martin and supplied with complete documentation, books, ancillaries and additional front splitter, it is offered here as an increasingly collectible analogue-era Aston Martin. There are so many details and bespoke components compared with the regular Vantage, the GT8 is one of those true hand-built specials we are unlikely to ever witness again.

• Odometer: 4,557 km

• Engine: 4.7L Naturally Aspirated V8

• Power: 328 kW (440 hp)

• Torque: 490 Nm

• Transmission: 7-Speed Sportshift II Automated Manual

• Drive: Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)

• Exterior Colour: Stirling Green with Lime Accents

• Interior Colour: Black Alcantara & Carbon Fibre

• Servicing: Aston Martin

• VIN: SCFGJBKL8HGC21481

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OPTIONS & EQUIPMENT

• Carbon Fibre Bonnet

• Carbon Fibre Roof Panel

• Carbon Fibre Doors

• Carbon Fibre Front Splitter

• Carbon Fibre Rear Diffuser

• Fixed GT8 Rear Wing

• Titanium Exhaust System

• Lightweight Battery

• Carbon Fibre Racing Bucket Seats

• Alcantara Interior Trim

• Motorsport-Inspired Steering Wheel

• Lightweight Door Cards

• AMi III Infotainment System

• Air Conditioning

• Brembo High-Performance Braking System

• Factory GT8 Livery

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SERVICING & MAINTENANCE‍

• 10/2018 – 1,972 km – Aston Martin

• 03/2020 – 2,177 km – Aston Martin

• 06/2021 – 3,377 km – Aston Martin

• 09/2025 – 4,530 km – Aston Martin

• Full Paint Protection Film

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DOCUMENTATION

• Two Keys

• Books & Manuals

• Full Service History

• Aston Martin Car Cover

• Tyre Inflation Kit

• Spare Front Splitter

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MODEL HISTORY

The Vantage GT8 represents the culmination of Aston Martin’s original Gaydon-era V8 Vantage bloodline, a platform first introduced in 2005 and progressively refined through variants including the N400, N420, N430 and Vantage S. Across each iteration Aston Martin sharpened the formula further, balancing compact proportions, naturally aspirated performance and everyday usability with increasing motorsport influence.

By the time the GT8 arrived in 2017, Aston Martin had the opportunity not only to evolve the V8 Vantage platform, but to produce its most focused and aggressive expression before the marque transitioned into a new turbocharged era. Drawing heavily from Aston Martin Racing’s GT endurance program, the GT8 introduced extensive carbon fibre construction, dramatic aerodynamic enhancements and meaningful weight reduction of approximately 75–100 kg over the standard V8 Vantage.

That is what makes the GT8 so significant. Retaining Aston Martin’s charismatic naturally aspirated 4.7L V8 while introducing a far more visceral and analogue driving experience, the GT8 became a genuine departure from the marque’s traditional grand touring philosophy. Limited to just 150 examples globally, it is now widely regarded as one of the most collectible and historically important modern Aston Martins.

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FINAL SUMMARY

This 2017 Aston Martin Vantage GT8 presents one of the model’s most desirable specifications, combining launch-spec Stirling Green with Lime accents configuration with extensive carbon fibre lightweight components, titanium exhaust system and fixed aero package.

With just 4,557 km travelled from new and full Aston Martin service history, it remains in exceptional condition throughout. One of only 150 produced worldwide and understood to be 1 of only 2 delivered new to Australia, the GT8 represents the ultimate expression of the naturally aspirated Gaydon-era V8 Vantage. Raw, analogue and increasingly collectible.

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DISCLAIMER

Although every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this listing, the age of the vehicle means not all details can be fully verified. No warranty is given as to the completeness or accuracy of the information, and all prospective purchasers should rely on their own inspections and enquiries.