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2011 Aston Martin Rapide

2011 Aston Martin Rapide

The 2011 Aston Martin Rapide is a four-door, grand tourer manufactured by Aston Martin. It is powered by a naturally aspirated 6.0-liter V12 engine that produces 470 horsepower and 443 lb-ft of torque. The Rapide is available with a 6-speed automatic transmission.

Some of the things people like about the Rapide include its stylish design, luxurious interior, and powerful engine. Some of the things people dislike about the Rapide include its high price, limited rear seat space, and poor fuel economy.

Engine

  • 6.0L V12
    • Intake camshaft failure:
      • Description/Symptoms: The intake camshaft can fail, causing the engine to lose power and eventually stall.
      • Solution: The intake camshaft must be replaced.
      • Estimated Cost to Fix: $5,000 - $7,000+
      • Recalls: None Found
    • Crankshaft position sensor failure:
      • Description/Symptoms: The crankshaft position sensor can fail, causing the engine to run rough or stall.
      • Solution: The crankshaft position sensor must be replaced.
      • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500
      • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

  • 6-Speed Automatic
    • Torque converter failure:
      • Description/Symptoms: The torque converter can fail, causing the transmission to slip or shudder.
      • Solution: The torque converter must be replaced.
      • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,000 - $3,000+
      • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

  • No Issues Found

Electrical

  • Battery drain:
    • Description/Symptoms: The battery can drain prematurely, even when the car is not in use.
    • Solution: The cause of the battery drain must be diagnosed and repaired.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $500+
    • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

  • No Issues Found

Interior

  • Navigation system failure:
    • Description/Symptoms: The navigation system can fail, causing the screen to go blank or display incorrect information.
    • Solution: The navigation system must be replaced or repaired.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $2,000+
    • Recalls: None Found

Summary

The 2011 Aston Martin Rapide is a powerful and stylish grand tourer. However, it is important to be aware of the potential issues that can occur with this vehicle. The most serious issues include intake camshaft failure, crankshaft position sensor failure, and torque converter failure. These issues can be expensive to fix, so it is important to factor in the cost of potential repairs when considering purchasing a Rapide.

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