Aston Martin, Bentley, Ferrari and Lotus. They are all manufacturers steeped in history, producing some of the most spine-tingling cars in existence.

And, all these manufacturers have used cars for sale on Auto Trader for half their original price – or even less.

Aston Martin DB9 and DBS

The Aston Martin DB9 put the British manufacturer back on the map, replacing the beautiful – but ageing – DB7. Fitted with a 5.9-litre V12, it has 470bhp and a top speed of 190mph.

If that’s not enough, and you fancy yourself as the next Daniel Craig, there’s always the Aston Martin DBS. Based on the DB9, but louder, meaner and even better looking. Its V12 engine puts out 510bhp.

The DB9 costs from £119,450 new, while a DBS will set you back around £170,500. They cost from £39k and £90k respectively as advertised on Auto Trader.

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Bentley Azure

The Bentley Azure is the Crewe manufacturer’s flagship model, showcasing an incredible standard of hand-crafted workmanship. It’s fitting for a convertible to have an interior worth showing off, and no other drop-top compares in this regard.

Diamond quilted leather and carefully chosen wood lines the cabin. All the while its 6.75-litre engine and smooth automatic gearbox provides effortless pulling power. Costing from £245,000 new, the Azure is available from £60k on Auto Trader.

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Ferrari 612

The Ferrari 612 is the latest in a long line of V12 Ferrari front-engine GT cars, sitting above the Ferrari 599 GTB as Ferrari’s only true four-seater currently on sale. It’s one of a handful of cars on sale which can take three passengers to 200mph, thanks to its mighty 540bhp.

It might be no Elise, weighing close to two tonnes, but handling is still incredible thanks to excellent weight distribution, active suspension dampers and an advanced stability control system. Originally costing more than £210k, Ferrari 612s are available from £70k on Auto Trader.

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Lotus Elise and Exige

The Lotus Elise is one of the most successful sports cars of recent times. Its fibreglass body makes it affordable to buy and repair, and very light. With such little inertia, a 1.8-litre petrol engine courtesy of Toyota is enough to get the Elise from 0-60mph in less than six seconds.

Its hardcore brother – the Lotus Exige – is supercar quick thanks to the addition of a supercharger and track-spec suspension and brakes. Downforce generating bodywork increases grip too, making the Exige as close to a racing car as you can get. An Elise is available new from £26,550 and an Exige from £35,550, but from £10k and £19k respectively on Auto Trader.

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