Aston Martin DBS (2007)
2007-2012 · Aston Martin DBS (2007) — Grand Tourer, V12, designed by Marek Reichman.
The Story
The DBS was Aston’s mid-2000s flagship – a 510 bhp, carbon-bodied V12 super-GT above the DB9, reviving the DBS name from 1967. It debuted on screen before it reached showrooms, as Daniel Craig’s car in Casino Royale (2006), where a stunt example set a Guinness World Record with seven barrel rolls.
It returned for Quantum of Solace (2008) in ‘Quantum Silver.’ With a manual or Touchtronic auto and a focus on driver involvement, it’s the connoisseur’s DB9 – and a genuine Bond icon.
The Numbers
Benchmarked against its class
Each dial ranks this car within its Grand Tourer class — fuller means higher, and the tick marks the class midpoint.
Signature Colors
The Designer
Marek Reichman
Born Sheffield to an English mother and Polish father; RCA-trained. Joined Aston in 2005 as Director of Design, now Executive VP & Chief Creative Officer – the most prolific Aston designer. Source: Wikipedia / Aston Martin.
Studio Motors POV
The driver’s DB9 and a true Bond icon – the manual coupe is the one to own. Undervalued against its on-screen fame and 510 bhp flagship status.
The Engine
Aston Martin V12 (NA)
Lineage
Where it sits in the bloodline
Market & Value
Values on cars like this move monthly. Our brokers price from real transactions.
What Reviewers Said About DBS (2007)
Worth Knowing About the DBS (2007)
3 Things You Didn’t Know
- 1. A DBS set a Guinness World Record in Casino Royale – seven complete barrel rolls (stunt driver Adam Kirley, fired by an air cannon).
- 2. The film cars were actually DB9-based prototypes – the DBS appeared on screen before it went on sale.
- 3. It revived the DBS name first used on William Towns' 1967 car.
5 Fast Facts
- 1. 2007-2012; 3,381 built (2,536 Coupe + 845 Volante).
- 2. 6.0 V12: 510 bhp, 420 lb-ft; 191 mph.
- 3. Carbon-fibre body panels; manual or Touchtronic II auto.
- 4. Bond car: Casino Royale (2006) + Quantum of Solace (2008).
- 5. Designed by Marek Reichman; flagship above the DB9.
Provenance
Owners & what to look for
Famous Owners
This is the Casino Royale (2006) & Quantum of Solace (2008) James Bond car (Daniel Craig). No individual private celebrity owner verified.
Studio Buyer’s Brief
The manual DBS is the enthusiast’s choice and the most collectible; the carbon body and ceramic brakes are pricey, so buy a documented, unabused car. Sits between DB9 affordability and Vanquish flagship status – strong value today. Volante softens it.
Full Specifications
- Make / Model
- Aston Martin DBS (2007)
- Class
- Grand Tourer
- Production years
- 2007-2012
- Units built
- 3,381 (2,536 Coupe + 845 Volante)
- Variants
- DBS Volante; DBS Carbon Black / Carbon Edition
- Engine layout
- Front
- Engine
- V12
- Engine family
- Aston Martin V12 (NA)
- Displacement
- 5,935 cc (5.9L)
- Power
- 510 hp
- Torque
- 420 lb-ft
- 0–60 mph
- 4.3 s
- Top speed
- 191 mph
- Power-to-weight
- 301 hp/tonne · 7.3 lb/hp
- Transmission
- 6-speed manual (6-speed Touchtronic II auto optional)
- Drivetrain
- RWD (front-mid engine) · Petrol
- Curb weight
- 3737 lb
Questions
DBS (2007) FAQ
Is the Aston Martin DBS the James Bond car from Casino Royale?
Yes. A pre-production Aston Martin DBS was used in Casino Royale (2006) and the production DBS in Quantum of Solace (2008), both driven by Daniel Craig as James Bond. The Casino Royale DBS also set a Guinness World Record for the most cannon rolls in a film stunt — seven rolls at 70 mph by stunt driver Adam Kirley.
How powerful is the Aston Martin DBS (2007)?
The DBS (2007) produces 510 bhp and 420 lb-ft from a 5.9-litre naturally aspirated V12, reaching 191 mph and covering 0-60 mph in approximately 4.3 seconds. It uses carbon-fibre body panels and was offered with a six-speed manual or Touchtronic II automatic.
What is an Aston Martin DBS (2007) worth today?
Aston Martin DBS (2007-2012) models trade for approximately $90,000-$160,000 in 2025. The manual coupe is the most sought-after specification. The original MSRP was approximately $265,000 in 2008. With 3,381 built, the DBS is rarer than the DB9 and its Bond heritage underpins strong collector demand.
Can you buy or finance an Aston Martin DBS?
Yes. The DBS (2007-2012) trades actively on the secondary market.
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