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1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante Convertible CARFAX Report.pdf

This luxurious open-top grand tourer emerged as part of the legendary V8 series, a lineage that defined Aston Martin's direction from the late 1960s through the late 1980s. The Aston Martin V8 line was first introduced in 1969 as a response to increasing demand for more power and refinement. It succeeded the six-cylinder DBS and marked Aston Martin's transition into producing high-performance V-8-powered grand tourers. The Volante variant - Aston Martin's term for its convertibles - was introduced in 1978 as a drop-top alternative to the standard V8 coupe, catering to the growing luxury market, particularly in North America.

By the time the 1988 model year arrived, the V8 Volante had undergone several refinements, retaining its robust 5.3-litre V-8 engine with Weber-Marelli fuel injection, which provided improved reliability and performance compared to earlier carbureted versions. Producing approximately 305 horsepower, this engine was mated to either a three-speed automatic or a f