Finalizing Valhalla Spec - Opinions

[nrgy]

I've been going back and forth on this for months, but I wanted to solicit a few opinions on what I believe is my final configuration before locking it in. Keep in mind, I have considered every color possible from exposed carbon fiber, color shifting paint like Andromeda Red (which looks mesmerizing in person), the many shades of silvers to Digital Violet.

In the end, and perhaps being persuaded by all the video coverage of the AMR themed car at Monaco and Goodwood, I'm likely going with Podium Green w/ lime green livery as I have always liked this sporty combo.

I wouldn't mind some thoughts on the overall spec choice, and some of the minor customizations I've photoshopped together.

- Livery combination

- Gloss CF roof and mirrors/satin CF lower (vs full gloss or full satin)

- Red painted inlays around center caps (yay or nay)

- Ti ultrafine badge that goes under clear coat, or black badge

I appreciate any thoughts as this is the most difficulty I've had spec'ing a car. Cheers!

[rcsummers]

can you adopt me?

[LH44]

You’re photoshopping your spec? You know your Q rep will send you all the renders, right? You’ll also see everything live at the studio…

[Davil]

Lucky bugger! What a magnificent vehicle.

I would spec it like this Vantage roadster that I’ve specced.

The bronze wheels. The subtle pinstripes in bronze black white which are the secondary colours on all the Aston F1 gear.

It’s subtle, stylish yet still has that team connection and very unique.

I like the lime essence but I think it’s just a bit boy racer for a road car. Love it on the race cars though.

[nrgy]

Originally Posted by rcsummers

can you adopt me?

Sounds expensive...

Originally Posted by LH44

You’re photoshopping your spec? You know your Q rep will send you all the renders, right? You’ll also see everything live at the studio…

I did visit the studio in June, but I didn't want to throw a million ideas at them as I was all over the place. I have some basic PS skills, so I like to visualize ideas right away at home without annoying the poor reps.

But I didn't do anything too crazy, just mix and matched a few liveries and the red accent on the wheels.

Originally Posted by Davil

Lucky bugger! What a magnificent vehicle.

I would spec it like this Vantage roadster that I’ve specced.

The bronze wheels. The subtle pinstripes in bronze black white which are the secondary colours on all the Aston F1 gear.

It’s subtle, stylish yet still has that team connection and very unique.

I like the lime essence but I think it’s just a bit boy racer for a road car. Love it on the race cars though.

Thank you, but spec'ing sure has been stressful. Aston Martin just has way too many possibilities for someone as indecisive as me.

And congrats on your Vantage Roadster as well! I love the changes they made to the new one, looks so much more aggressive from the front while keeping the beautiful rear.

The configurator doesn't really do justice to some of the green shades, but did you also spec Podium or is that AM racing green? The bronze wheels and pinstriping is definitely a nice combo, I've explored that as well. More mature as you stated.

And I hear you on the lime livery. I originally was planning a spec that was more subtle and elegant you might say, but I figured this is probably the closest I'll get to a car that could pull off a bold livery.

Side note, a color that I would never have considered, but was so striking in person, Andromeda Red. Pictures really don't do this color justice, but it looked like liquid metal is the best way I can describe it. I was ready to spec the car in this color, no livery, just let the paint speak for itself, but decided to play it safe.

[chassis]

Best looking car AM makes. I visited a dealer in NNJ with alot of inventory. DBX and Vanquish look clownish. DB12 looks decent. Valhalla looks great.

Knowing anything about the dumpster fire that is MB quality conjures nightmares when realizing most AMs are MBs with body kits.

[x622]

I got offered one of these too and specced out a dry carbon body one but.. I passed.

Are you sure you want to dump a million on change on a hybrid car? I'm pretty sure these are gonna depreciate like nukes. They are not like the p1, and it's an Aston, so it's gonna break and be unreliable.

Your spec looks fine, but I'd suggest contacting your dealer. There are way more customization options available than what's just on the online configurator.

Personally, I'm considering if I want to spec a sf90xx.. I'm worried I'll be nuked from orbit on depreciation on that one too.

[gonzo]

If one can afford it...
F depreciation.
F reliability.
F it all.
GET IT!

Just my opinion. No, no and no on the East Side red miraging, or whatever it's called.
As a silver person, that'd be my looksie. Brightest they have? Lightning?

Good luck and grats. What a gorgeous car.
Except in that flu red.