1991 Aston Martin Virage, a misunderstood bespoke classic: Tim's Enthusiast Garage S4 E7 

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Hi all I'm glad to see that this car is starting to attract the interest of real connoisseurs. It is indeed the sign song of the "real" Astons built entirely by hand in Newport Pagnell . According to the latest AMHT (Aston Martin Heritage Trust) count only 357 Virage coupes were built (although the chassis range from 001 to 426, numbers were not used). Add to this the 9 LE editions (which use the later V8 coupe type v595 349hp engine (the Virages use the v589 336 or 310 hp) . So these are very rare cars, the buyers of these cars were gentlemans like those interested in the Bristols or the Bentley Continental R (also designed by Heffernan and Greenley). Victor Gaunlett was a true gentleman and it's reflect in this car !The initial project was to produce a modern DB4 (by the way the Virage use a very modified version of the original Harold Beach DB chassis). You will recognise the smooth surface of the doors and semi elliptical rear pavillon of the DB! I bought my coupe in 2015, I had a few odds and ends to rectify but it runs beautifully. It is a very sound handling car, heavy when stationary but light once it starts to roll. Breakdowns are now known and largely self-repairable (see David McAughtry's website). The Virage (and his dérivative like the Vantage 550/v600 etc...) is the only car of the range to use the 32v head on the old V8, so very particular ! and it was used on the AMR1 endurance car in 6.0 version (with good resultats at le Mans) In conclusion, I wanted a 1984 Oscar India but they were becoming too expensive and finally I took this Virage and I don't regret my choice, let's hope that they will be appreciated one day at their true value ! thank you for the video ! bye from France 😀

You did it again, like I say each time, you have the best taste in cars by far on RU-vid. Congrats, enjoy your new ride.

Gorgeous Virage, I’ve loved these for a long time!

its such a rare a unique car - not a popular in most of museums or any car meets, i got complete;y freak out when i saw passing by sand color Virage 2 weeks ago in Anahaim CA traffic with non CA plates on it - beatifull shape and front facia

I just scooped another 1 of the 12 on BAT. I love that nobody knows what it is and those that do have never seen one in person. These things are highly undervalued.

I agree wholeheartedly with everything you said about this car. It doesn't seem to be very good in any way but I would say that in the year 2022, driving a 90ies Aston - pre DB7, beats everything else on style. It's just so elegant, raw, brutal to look at, at the same time. To me it's also one of the last real Astons. I think an Aston should feel and look like a British american-muscle car. Older brand, more exclusive, distinguished, sophisticated etc.

Buying one today saturday or monday. Latest tuesday. Today is friday.

Such a beautiful car! Thank you for sharing ❤️

Awesome video, Tim 👏

Love the Virage. The original V8 Series is my favorite but they appreciated to high.

Tim if you ever come to NJ - i have a Z8, F355 spider 6sp and california for u to drive. Love your work from the very start

I read somewhere that it took 1400 man hours to build, compared to less than 300 for a modern Aston

The V550 Vantage version is so choice. In dark and glossy Pentland Green they just look (and go) killer. Someone buy me one please :)

SSSSSHHHHH! Keep it a secret please until I get one!

What to add? Living the dream.

Ah the double edged sword of parts bin raiding. Great for easy spares & servicing but looked down upon as a cut corner and compromise

I want to be like Tim... Great video! I had no idea you finished the Lotus...you holding out to your subs? Please do a video. Nice Oris or Ball timepiece.

Therapeutic voice emanating from a unique personality.

The Viagra Gabbagool 9000

She's sweet!!!

this car is not for tesla snowflakes