# Aston Martin DBS Superleggera buying guide

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Buying guide · 2019 to 2023 · Updated Oct 1, 2026

The DBS Superleggera is a 715 hp V12 flagship with carbon-ceramic brakes and a few known leaks, so the inspection matters more than the version you pick.

**Median asking price: $210,032** (Across 24 live listings)

- Asking prices: $150,229 to $411,222, middle half $193k to $260k
- For sale: 24
- Lowest price: $150,229
- Model years: 2019 to 2023
- Versions for sale: 1

## The DBS Superleggera as a used buy

The Aston Martin DBS Superleggera is a car to buy on its oil pan and timing cover, not its looks. Both are listed as leak points, and a leak left alone can lead to severe engine damage. It was unveiled in 2018 as the flagship that replaced the Vanquish S, and it covers the 2019 to 2023 model years as coupe and Volante.

It uses a 5.2-liter twin-turbo V12 with 715 hp and 664 lb-ft, sent to the rear wheels through a ZF 8-speed automatic. The platform is the DB11's, though only the doors and glass carry over unchanged. The engine is the DB11 AMR's with electronic changes that add boost, and Aston swapped in a stronger ZF 8HP95 gearbox to cope.

It suits someone who wants a V12 grand tourer and will pay a specialist to look after it. Browse [used DBS listings](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/used/aston-martin/dbs) once you know what a good one looks like, or compare with the [cheapest DBS listings](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cheapest/aston-martin/dbs) and [Aston Martin vs Ferrari](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/compare/aston-martin-vs-ferrari) rivals.

## DBS Superleggera years and versions

The standard car is the one most buyers will meet. Its name means 'super light', a reference to the carbon-fiber body, and it has carbon-ceramic brakes. The Volante convertible arrived in 2020 with a fabric roof and weighs 4,107 pounds, 300 pounds more than the coupe.

Updates were small. For 2021 Aston added the Studio Collection package, an optional full titanium exhaust and black chrome badging. For 2022 the Superleggera name was dropped from the title, a 21-inch wheel design arrived and the Create, Accelerate and Inspire interior themes were introduced.

2023 was the last year and brought the 770 Ultimate, limited to 499 cars: 300 coupes and 199 Volantes. It makes 759 hp, with a stiffer front cross-member, a solid-mounted steering column and its own vents and splitter. [Car Collector International](https://www.carcollectorinternational.com/research/buyers-guides/aston-martin/dbs-770-ultimate) calls it the clear collectible of the range.

Rarer editions exist: a 007 Edition limited to 25 cars and a 50th anniversary On Her Majesty's Secret Service coupe limited to 50. For resale, [Luxury Products World](https://luxuryproductsworld.com/aston-martin-dbs-superleggera-buyers-guide/) suggests a 2019 car with the carbon roof, interior, vents and exterior pack, in a strong color combination. Our [DBS Superleggera market page](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/aston-martin-dbs-superleggera) shows what is listed now.

## DBS Superleggera versions for sale now

Every version in our latest scan, most listed first. Each links to its own page with deal analysis and market history.

| Version | Model years | For sale | Median price |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [DBS Superleggera](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/aston-martin-dbs-superleggera) | 2019-2023 | 24 | $210,032 |

## Common DBS Superleggera problems

The V12 gets a good report, and the faults below are mostly leaks, water and electronics.

### Oil pan and timing cover leaks

A leaking oil pan and timing cover are named as the main issues, and ignoring them can lead to severe engine damage. [Exotic Car Hacks](https://www.exoticcarhacks.com/buyers-guides/aston-martin-dbs-superleggera-buyers-guide/) and Luxury Products World both flag them.

### Water in spark plug wells

Rain or wash water can get in past the inner bonnet vents and pool near the coil packs and plug cavities. Expect misfires and an engine management light if it does. Carchecker.pro notes the May 2019 water-shield service action covers the DB11 V12, not the DBS.

### Coolant loss

Some cars use coolant gradually with no visible leak, according to [Carchecker.pro](https://www.carchecker.pro/reports/aston_martin_dbs_superleggera_5.2_v12.html). Treat a low reservoir as a question for the seller.

### Electrical and exhaust faults

Reports include exhaust gasket leaks, faulty O2 sensors and the stereo cutting out at random. The headlight switch is also described as a known fragile part.

### Squealing brakes

Owners often complain of squeal from the brakes, but the sources say it does not affect safety. It is a nuisance rather than a reason to walk away.

## What to check on a used DBS Superleggera

Spend on a proper inspection, and work through these points at the viewing. If you are cross-shopping, [Aston Martin vs McLaren](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/compare/aston-martin-vs-mclaren) and [Aston Martin vs Lamborghini](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/compare/aston-martin-vs-lamborghini) are worth a look.

- Book a pre-purchase inspection with a reputable shop or authorized dealer before any money moves.
- Look under the engine and around the timing cover for oil weeping, and check the oil pan for wet seams.
- Check beneath the inner bonnet vents, the spark plug cavities and the coil packs for water, and ask whether shields or remedial work were fitted.
- Inspect the carbon-ceramic discs for deep scoring, cracks or glazing, and ask for a disc thickness measurement.
- Arrange to see the engine started from cold, and set aside half an hour or more for the test drive.
- Test the infotainment, Bluetooth, navigation and audio for at least 10 minutes, and look for moisture around the dashboard and A-pillars.
- Ask Aston Martin to check the car's campaigns, including RA-01-1327 and RA-01-1418, and confirm the airbag recalls were completed.
- Check the tires are the specified Pirelli P Zero A7A AM-marked type, and compare rear wear with the front, since the rears wear faster.
- Ask whether the coolant level has needed topping up, and check the reservoir yourself.
- Operate the headlight switch repeatedly and confirm every setting works.

## DBS Superleggera running costs

[PistonHeads](https://www.pistonheads.com/news/ph-buying-guides/aston-dbs-superleggera--ph-used-buying-guide/45563) lists dealer fixed-price servicing at £790 to £900 every year or 10,000 miles, a UK figure. Air and pollen filters fall due every 20,000 miles at £315 and £135, and spark plugs every seven years or 70k miles at £1,150.

The big bills are brakes and tires. Carchecker.pro puts a full set of carbon-ceramic discs at about €20,000, and Exotic Car Hacks says a set of high-performance tires runs around $1,500 to $2,500. The factory warranty is 3 years with unlimited miles, plus a 10-year anti-perforation cover. See our [Aston Martin price guide](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/prices/aston-martin/dbs) for what the cars cost to buy, and [how much an Aston Martin is](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/prices/aston-martin) more broadly.

## DBS Superleggera recalls and complaints

NHTSA holds two recall campaigns for these years, both for airbags. Campaign 19V806000 covers the 2019 DBS Superleggera coupe, where the passenger airbag locking nuts may not be tightened properly. Campaign 20V604000 covers 2019 to 2020 cars, where fasteners holding the front seat airbags may have been fitted loose.

A campaign for a model year does not mean every car was affected. Check the car's VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup before you buy. NHTSA has no owner complaints on file for these model years.

## NHTSA recalls for the DBS Superleggera

Every recall campaign the carmaker filed with NHTSA for the 2019 to 2023 model years, newest first, as of Oct 31, 2026. Not every car of a listed year was affected: check a car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

| Campaign | Reported | Model years | Component | What can happen |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 20V604000 | Oct 2, 2020 | 2019 to 2020 | Air bags | Loose fasteners can cause the air bag to improperly deploy, increasing the risk of injury. |
| 19V806000 | Nov 12, 2019 | 2019 | Air bags | In the event of a crash necessitating passenger air bag deployment, the air bag may not deploy properly, increasing the risk of injury. |

## Best DBS Superleggera deals right now

5 deals priced below market right now, the best by about $46,694. Members get the VIN, dealer, listing link and a ready-to-send negotiation email for each one.

- 2022 Aston Martin DBS, Superleggera: asking $256,215 · $47k below market · 797 mi · Carrollton, TX · deal score 99 of 100
- 2023 Aston Martin DBS, Superleggera: asking $254,801 · $46k below market · 2,788 mi · Newport Beach, CA · deal score 99 of 100
- 2022 Aston Martin DBS, Superleggera: asking $184,727 · $28k below market · 25,314 mi · West Chester, PA · deal score 98 of 100
- 2019 Aston Martin DBS, Superleggera: asking $150,229 · $13k below market · 37,944 mi · Costa Mesa, CA · deal score 89 of 100
- 2019 Aston Martin DBS, Superleggera: asking $205,988 · $15k below market · 3,081 mi · Orlando, FL · deal score 85 of 100

[Unlock all 5 deals](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/upgrade). Members see every deal's VIN, dealer and listing link, plus a negotiation email.

## DBS Superleggera prices by model year

Median asking price for each model year in our latest scan, with the number of cars listed and their price range.

- [2023](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/used/aston-martin/dbs/2023): $298,110 (6 for sale · $254,011 to $370,949 · median 3,304 mi)
- 2022: $220,471 (2 for sale · $184,727 to $256,215 · median 13,056 mi)
- 2021: $330,799 (3 for sale · $188,023 to $411,222 · median 1,754 mi)
- 2020: $217,315 (4 for sale · $200,886 to $222,280 · median 8,524 mi)
- [2019](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/used/aston-martin/dbs/2019): $194,389 (9 for sale · $150,229 to $205,988 · median 9,913 mi)

[DBS price guide](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/prices/aston-martin/dbs)

## DBS Superleggera fair values by trim and year

Our fair value is what comparable cars, same trim and model year with typical miles, are listed at in our latest market data. A car well under it is worth a close look; a car well over it needs a reason.

| Trim | Model year | Fair value | Typical miles |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Superleggera | 2023 | $291,704 | 3,500 |
| Superleggera | 2022 | $258,387 | 4,400 |
| Superleggera | 2020 | $211,392 | 8,500 |
| Superleggera | 2019 | $193,583 | 10,000 |

## DBS Superleggera for sale now

- [2019 Aston Martin DBS, Superleggera](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/aston-martin-dbs-superleggera): $179,353 · 19,027 mi · Joliet, IL
- [2021 Aston Martin DBS, Superleggera](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/aston-martin-dbs-superleggera): $330,799 · 1,754 mi · Sterling, VA
- [2019 Aston Martin DBS, Superleggera](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/aston-martin-dbs-superleggera): $178,011 · 20,136 mi · Costa Mesa, CA
- [2020 Aston Martin DBS, Superleggera](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/aston-martin-dbs-superleggera): $222,280 · 5,760 mi · Fort Lauderdale, FL
- [2023 Aston Martin DBS, Superleggera](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/aston-martin-dbs-superleggera): $254,011 · 12,881 mi · Las Vegas, NV
- [2019 Aston Martin DBS, Superleggera](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/aston-martin-dbs-superleggera): $201,194 · 8,729 mi · Bonita Springs, FL
- [2019 Aston Martin DBS, Superleggera](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/aston-martin-dbs-superleggera): $194,925 · 9,913 mi · Carrollton, TX
- [2019 Aston Martin DBS, Superleggera](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/aston-martin-dbs-superleggera): $150,229 · 37,944 mi · Costa Mesa, CA
- [2019 Aston Martin DBS, Superleggera](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/aston-martin-dbs-superleggera): $205,988 · 3,081 mi · Orlando, FL
- [2020 Aston Martin DBS, Superleggera](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/aston-martin-dbs-superleggera): $200,886 · 12,280 mi · Scottsdale, AZ
- [2023 Aston Martin DBS, Superleggera](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/aston-martin-dbs-superleggera): $326,395 · 2,407 mi · Jacksonville, FL
- [2021 Aston Martin DBS, Superleggera](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/aston-martin-dbs-superleggera): $411,222 · 999 mi · Las Vegas, NV
- [2023 Aston Martin DBS, Superleggera](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/aston-martin-dbs-superleggera): $328,023 · 3,820 mi · Las Vegas, NV
- [2021 Aston Martin DBS, Superleggera](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/aston-martin-dbs-superleggera): $188,023 · 29,363 mi · Las Vegas, NV
- [2019 Aston Martin DBS, Superleggera](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/aston-martin-dbs-superleggera): $194,389 · 8,018 mi · Highlands Ranch, CO
- [2019 Aston Martin DBS, Superleggera](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/aston-martin-dbs-superleggera): $199,695 · 9,405 mi · Jacksonville, FL
- [2019 Aston Martin DBS, Superleggera](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/aston-martin-dbs-superleggera): $155,973 · 50,214 mi · Westwood, MA
- [2023 Aston Martin DBS, Superleggera](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/aston-martin-dbs-superleggera): $269,825 · 7,121 mi · Carrollton, TX
- [2022 Aston Martin DBS, Superleggera](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/aston-martin-dbs-superleggera): $256,215 · 797 mi · Carrollton, TX
- [2020 Aston Martin DBS, Superleggera](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/aston-martin-dbs-superleggera): $214,075 · 11,096 mi · Beverly Hills, CA
- [2023 Aston Martin DBS, Superleggera](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/aston-martin-dbs-superleggera): $370,949 · 429 mi · Atlanta, GA
- [2020 Aston Martin DBS, Superleggera](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/aston-martin-dbs-superleggera): $220,554 · 5,951 mi · Phoenix, AZ
- [2022 Aston Martin DBS, Superleggera](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/aston-martin-dbs-superleggera): $184,727 · 25,314 mi · West Chester, PA
- [2023 Aston Martin DBS, Superleggera](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/aston-martin-dbs-superleggera): $254,801 · 2,788 mi · Newport Beach, CA

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## Our verdict

Buy a DBS Superleggera if you want a flagship V12 and can fund specialist care and the occasional four-figure repair bill. Carchecker.pro calls the V12 generally reliable, with major mechanical failures uncommon when it is maintained. The 770 Ultimate is the one collectors will want, but it is a different purchase from a standard car.

Skip any car with oil on the engine or water in the plug wells unless the price reflects the repair. Insist on a documented service history, a disc measurement and proof the airbag recalls were done. Check the tires for the right Pirelli marking before you sign.

## Sources

We read these pages and checked every fact in this guide against them. The words are ours. Researched Oct 31, 2026.

- [Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Buyers Guide | Exotic Car Hacks](https://www.exoticcarhacks.com/buyers-guides/aston-martin-dbs-superleggera-buyers-guide/) (exoticcarhacks.com)
- [Aston Martin DBS Superleggera 5.2 V12 Reliability - Problems & Costs](https://www.carchecker.pro/reports/aston_martin_dbs_superleggera_5.2_v12.html) (carchecker.pro)
- [Aston Martin DBS Superleggera & DBS 770 Ultimate](https://www.carcollectorinternational.com/research/buyers-guides/aston-martin/dbs-770-ultimate) (carcollectorinternational.com)
- [Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Buyers Guide](https://luxuryproductsworld.com/aston-martin-dbs-superleggera-buyers-guide/) (luxuryproductsworld.com)
- [Aston Martin DBS Superleggera 5.2 V12 pre-purchase checklist](https://www.carchecker.pro/checklists/aston_martin_dbs_superleggera_5.2_v12.pdf) (carchecker.pro)
- [Aston DBS Superleggera PH Used Buying Guide](https://www.pistonheads.com/news/ph-buying-guides/aston-dbs-superleggera--ph-used-buying-guide/45563) (PistonHeads)
- [Aston Martin DBS: Models, Specs, and Buyer's Guide | Car & Classic](https://www.carandclassic.com/us/buyer-guides/aston-martin-dbs-models-and-specs) (carandclassic.com)
- [Aston Martin DBS Superleggera (2018–2024)](https://www.octanefiles.com/cars/aston-martin-dbs-superleggera) (octanefiles.com)
- [2019 Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Service Schedules & Maintenance Pricing](https://www.kbb.com/aston-martin/dbs-superleggera/2019/maintenance-schedules/) (Kelley Blue Book)
- [Recalls and owner complaints for the DBS Superleggera](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls) (NHTSA)

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## Latest Aston Martin DBS news

- [Used Aston Martin market splits as Vantage moves in 48 days, Vanquish 86](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/news/aston-martin-market-report-october-2026) (Oct 31, 2026): The DBX, Vanquish and DBS are all rated cold, and about half of DBX and DBS listings have taken a price cut in the last 90 days.

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## DBS Superleggera: common questions

### What is the best DBS Superleggera to buy?

The 770 Ultimate is the clear collectible, with 759 hp and only 499 built. For a standard car, one reviewer suggests a 2019 with the carbon roof, interior, vents and exterior pack in a strong color combination.

### What goes wrong with the DBS Superleggera?

Leaks from the oil pan and timing cover are the main issues, and they can lead to severe engine damage. Water in the spark plug wells, coolant loss, electrical faults and squealing brakes are also reported.

### Is the DBS Superleggera reliable?

Mostly. Carchecker.pro calls the V12 generally reliable, with major mechanical failures uncommon when it is properly maintained. Expect leaks, electrical faults and the occasional four-figure repair bill.

### How much does it cost to run a DBS Superleggera?

PistonHeads lists dealer servicing at £790 to £900 a year, and spark plugs at £1,150. Carbon-ceramic discs run about €20,000 a set, and tires around $1,500 to $2,500.

### How much is a used DBS Superleggera?

Asking prices for the 24 cars we track for sale right now run from $150,229 to $411,222, with a median of $210,032. Model year, version, mileage and history move the price most; the prices by model year and fair values on this page show where a car should sit.

### Has the DBS Superleggera been recalled?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns filed for the 2019 to 2023 model years as of Oct 31, 2026, the latest for air bags. Not every car was affected, so check the VIN of any car you're considering at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

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