The 499-car farewell allocation includes 300 Coupés and 199 Volantes, with a horseshoe bonnet vent, unique wheels and chassis revisions. The open-top body has its own roof mechanism and sealing requirements. Confirm the particular Superleggera/770/coachbuilt build specification and campaign history. Carbon body and brake work needs model-specific instructions. Inspect the folding roof, seals and drainage with the correct handbook; do not force a roof that reports a fault.
Engines and variants
Engines: 5.2-litre twin-turbo V12, 770 PS.
Key variants: Volante.
Ownership mood Exact factory version matters
DIY ceiling Handbook owner checks; specialist servicing
Model family: Aston Martin DBS Superleggera (2018-2023).
Best use cases
- Open-top road touring with the correct weather and storage precautions
Strengths
- The 499-car farewell allocation includes 300 Coupés and 199 Volantes, with a horseshoe bonnet vent, unique wheels and chassis revisions. The open-top body has its own roof mechanism and sealing requirements.
- Volante body with 5.2-litre twin-turbo v12, 770 ps
What to watch
- Confirm the particular Superleggera/770/coachbuilt build specification and campaign history. Carbon body and brake work needs model-specific instructions. Inspect the folding roof, seals and drainage with the correct handbook; do not force a roof that reports a fault.
- Confirm the vehicle’s factory build record, market and current VIN campaign status; catalogue years alone do not establish applicability.
Sources and research
Manufacturer specifications and specialist model histories are cited individually. They establish identity, not fault frequency, maintenance intervals or the condition of a particular vehicle. Confirm exact year, market, equipment and VIN with an authorised specialist.
Shared resources from DBS Superleggera
Parent-model reference. Applicability to this edition has not been verified.
Confirm the twin-turbo V12 build, brake package and equipment. Ultimate and coachbuilt editions have their own chassis and body specifications. The 499-car farewell allocation includes 300 Coupés and 199 Volantes, with a horseshoe bonnet vent, unique wheels and chassis revisions. The open-top body has its own roof mechanism and sealing requirements.
Maintenance reference
Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Maintenance Schedule
The DBS Superleggera benefits from modern Aston service discipline: annual oil service, careful battery management, and frequent tyre and brake checks. Performance and vehicle weight make consumables a real maintenance item, not an afterthought.
Keep using this edition’s guidance. Check the exact handbook and VIN before applying parent-model intervals.
Service guides
- Aston Martin Battery Replacement and Tender Setup
Battery care is one of the most useful ownership skills on any modern Aston Martin. Whether you are replacing the battery or simply setting up a tender routine, the goal is stable voltage and fewer false faults.
- Aston Martin Brake Fluid Change
Brake fluid age matters on every Aston Martin, and especially on the heavier or faster models. A fluid change is simple in principle, but it should only be attempted if you can guarantee a clean process and a firm pedal afterwards.
- Aston Martin Brake Pads and Disc Inspection
Regular brake inspection is one of the simplest ways to prevent expensive Aston Martin running-cost surprises. This guide focuses on safe visual checks, wear patterns, and when inspection should turn into a specialist visit.
- Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Oil Change Guide
Treat the DBS Superleggera oil service as a careful, exact-spec maintenance job. Turbocharged performance engines reward clean procedure and punish guesswork.
Known-issue references
- Battery and software-related warning storms
Multiple warning lights, inconsistent module behaviour, or a car that seems to have several faults at once.
Parent coverage: All DBS Superleggera variants, especially cars that sit.
- Brake and tyre consumable load
Rapid front tyre wear, steering vibration under braking, or a car that feels expensive simply because the wear rate is high.
Parent coverage: All cars, especially DBX-like usage patterns or frequent short urban runs with heavy stops.
- Emissions and induction-related warning lights
Check engine warning, reduced performance message, or subtle hesitation under boost.
Parent coverage: Twin-turbo V12 cars with low use or overdue service items.
- Front-end alignment and suspension sensitivity
Steering pull, nervousness on poor surfaces, or tyre wear patterns that do not match mileage.
Parent coverage: All cars, especially on rough roads or with large wheel packages.
Diagnostic references
- Aston Martin Battery Drain and Flat Battery Diagnosis
Repeated flat batteries on an Aston Martin are often caused by a tired battery or low-use pattern rather than a dramatic parasitic drain. Start by proving the battery and charging system before hunting for obscure faults.
- Aston Martin Check Engine and Emissions Fault Diagnosis
A check engine light on an Aston Martin can mean anything from a minor sensor complaint to a drivability issue that should not be ignored. The smart move is to read the codes, then interpret them in the context of voltage, service history, and how the car is being used.
- Aston Martin Misfire and Rough Idle Diagnosis
Misfire complaints on Aston Martin cars usually start with ignition service items, low voltage, or age-related air and vacuum issues. The risk rises quickly if the warning light flashes or the engine is obviously shaking.
- Aston Martin Overheating Diagnosis
If an Aston Martin starts running hotter than normal, the safest assumption is that something real has changed. Cooling-system issues are rarely made cheaper by continuing to drive and hoping they settle down.
- Aston Martin Vibration Under Braking
Steering shake or pedal pulse under braking is usually a brake-condition problem before it is a mysterious chassis issue. The question is whether the root cause is deposits, wear, heat, or suspension support.
Bulletin references
- SB-03-1640: EVAP Diagnostic and Repair Process
EVAP Diagnostic and Repair Process
Verified source; edition applicability unverified.
VIN restriction: Confirm the VIN, model variant and applicable procedure with Aston Martin; a catalogue model link does not mean every vehicle is affected
Factory model field: DB11, Vantage, DBS Superleggera. Confirm the specified variant and VIN before arranging work.
The original source PDF is preserved unchanged. Catalogue years identify model generations, not a confirmed affected-year or VIN range.
- SB-19-1511: Navigation Map Update Procedure
Navigation Map Update Procedure
Verified source; edition applicability unverified.
VIN restriction: Confirm the VIN, model variant and applicable procedure with Aston Martin; a catalogue model link does not mean every vehicle is affected
Factory model field: DB11, Vantage 19Y and DBS Superleggera. Confirm the specified variant and VIN before arranging work.
The original source PDF is preserved unchanged. Catalogue years identify model generations, not a confirmed affected-year or VIN range.
- SB-30-1669: Service Interval Reset Process
Service Interval Reset Process
Verified source; edition applicability unverified.
VIN restriction: Confirm the VIN, model variant and applicable procedure with Aston Martin; a catalogue model link does not mean every vehicle is affected
Factory model field: DB11, Vantage, DBS Superleggera, DBX. Confirm the specified variant and VIN before arranging work.
The original source PDF is preserved unchanged. Catalogue years identify model generations, not a confirmed affected-year or VIN range.
Frequently asked questions
Which version does this guide cover?
Aston Martin DBS 770 Ultimate Volante, 2023, Volante. The 499-car farewell allocation includes 300 Coupés and 199 Volantes, with a horseshoe bonnet vent, unique wheels and chassis revisions. The open-top body has its own roof mechanism and sealing requirements.
Can I use the model family’s workshop procedures?
Only when the procedure expressly covers this exact vehicle, year and equipment. A parent-page link is not confirmation of mechanical or campaign applicability.
