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2016 Aston Martiin James Bond Edition Is Finally Here!

2016 Aston Martin DB9 GT James Bond Limited Edition Aston Martin is not only known for its superior vehicles, but also for supporting world’s most famous spy, who is indeed James Bond. And for one more time the luxury British brand offers something incredible under the name of DB9 GT Bond Edition.

This masterpiece, limited to only 150 units, is especially crafted to blend the best of DB9 and the excellence of Aston Martin’s craftsmen. And building on this foundation, the Bond Edition vehicle comes with even greater levels of excellence and exclusivity of the additional trim that is especially designed to celebrate brand’s 50th anniversary of companionship with the well-known film franchise.

Exterior

The DB9 GT Bond Edition comes with incredible features as for the inside and the outside. First of all, the machine is distinguished in a special Spectre Silver paint and includes the special badges and of course the “007 Bond Edition” exterior badge.

Furthermore, the bold appearance is enhanced with unique ten-spoke gloss black diamond turned 20-inch alloy wheels and aluminum bonnet vents, side strakes and grille. And of course, there are numerous carbon-fiber elements.

Interior

2016 Aston Martin DB9 GT James Bond Limited Edition

The inside of the DB9 GT Bond Edition continues the stylish exterior affair with unique components and styling. The cabin features the 007 logo and the gun barrel embroidery on the rear seats, and a special Bond Edition start-up screen on the AMi II touch-sensitive Aston Martin infotainment system. Furthermore the cabin is geared with fluted leather and Alcantara-wrapped steering wheel and satin carbon fiber centre console.

Drivetrain system

Aston Martin DB9 GT Bond Edition is powered by 6.0-liter V12 unit that generates a total of 547 hp (303 kW) at 6750 rpm and 650 Nm of torque at 5500 rpm. Nice. Furthermore, the all-alloy, quad overhead camshaft is mounted to a Touchtronic II six-speed transmission with electronic shift-by-wire control system. This engine-transmission configuration allows the vehicle to go through 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) for 4.5 seconds and to chase a maximum speed of 329 km/h (183 mph). Further features are the all-round independent double wishbone suspension and the three-stage Adaptive Damping System (ADS).

Additional accessories

The DB9 GT Bond Edition also includes a suite of elegant Bond-themed accessories to complete the elegant story of luxury and style. For example, there is a special Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 150m James Bond Limited Edition watch with a special Aston Martin strap. How cool is that?

The new DB9 GT Bond Edition is available to order in markets around the world from today, priced at $252,110.

2016 Aston Martin DB9 GT James Bond Limited Edition

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September 2, 2015

Aston Martin GT12 is Almost Here!

2015 Aston Martin GT12 Aston Martin team passionately is preparing for a busy September and urgently tries to deliver as soon as possible the sold-out GT12. The arrival of the “65” registration plate will trigger some boosted sales by the fans of the UK’s luxury vehicle brand.

With production limited to only 100 units, the Vantage GT12 Special Edition will offer everything that brand’s engineers managed to learn for some time now. The car comes with next-gen Aston Martin 6.0-Liter V12 powerplant that generates a total of 600 hp ( 441 kW). But along with this crushing power the vehicle also offers its customers and some lightweight goodies: this guy is with 100 kg lighter than the standard V12 Vantage S.

2015 Aston Martin GT12

But the engine improvements are followed by numerous more upgrades and revisions. Now the motorsport-inspired machine is lower and wider and as any other Aston Martin car, this one also comes with extensive list of high-tech components like carbon-fiber elements, track-focused aerodynamics and revised looks and capabilities.

Inspired by Aston Martin’s successful campaigns, the latest GT3-derived Vantage is especially designed and improved at the Aston Martin’s Gaydon Headquarters in Warwickshire, England. This vehicle surely has everything to deserve the Vantage name: this is an inspiring sports car which offers supreme driving experience and incredible driving performance on the track.

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August 31, 2015

A Special And Rare Aston Martin Vehicle Searches Its New Owner

A rare and special Aston Martin vehicle will be the big star of the show at Silverstone Auction’s Salon Privé, held on Friday, September the 4th. With interesting history and in impeccable condition, the 1963 Aston Martin DB4 Series V Vantage will be the headline lot in auction of more than 60 exceptional modern and retro vehicles.

With its original Goodwood Green paint and geared with red leather interior, the special Aston Martin is one of the only 50 vehicles, created in this specification and it is one of the only three Series V Vantages which come with ‘Borg Warner’ gearbox.

Aston Martin produced the DB4 series from October 1958 to June 1963 and it was in this period when the brand tried some new variants and experiments. There are also some Series V models that were built between September 1962 and June 1963 with longer wheelbase and some more interesting additions.

And this particular model, delivered on 24 August 1963 is believed to be the one of the last that left the factory. It also has every single document and file with its entire history. The vehicle also comes with the correspondence between the first two owners. How cool is that? And furthermore, the vehicle underwent a special restoration for fast-road specifications done by Aston Martin specialists.

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August 19, 2015

Aston Martin DB10: The Brightest Star in the Newest James Bond Movie

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“You have no authority. None.” These are the very first words we hear in the new James Bond movie trailer. However, the beauty by Aston Martin which features in the film seems to have plenty of authority there. A surplus of it in fact.

The most scandalous secret agent is back and this time around he returns with much more saturated flair for action, motion and dynamism. His mission is yet again simple, in the most complex way of course – survival. Clearly other people get involved too and Bond has to keep them alive as well. There are too many flying bullets after all. And explosions. And even more explosions after that.

A puzzling message from the agent’s past sends him to Mexico City and then to Rome where he is supposed to uncover the existence of a sinister “supergrop” – Spectre. As if his journey is not complicated enough but he meets the gorgeous Monica Bellucci, pardon, Lucia Sciarra, who makes things even more complicated as she is the widow of an infamous criminal.

So far we have got The Man and The Women. The only thing that is missing is, well, The Car. Bond movies are well-known for their choices of automotive splendor and Spectre is ready to show us some more of it. The newest cinematic production will amaze us with Jaguar and Land Rover models. However, the brightest star is that of the stunning Aston Martin DB10 that perfectly matches the blasting nature of the storyline itself. From what we can hear and see the DB10 is a manual beast that acknowledges no limits. And walls too.

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The bespoke car was created exclusively for James Bond: Spectre with ten units that will be hand-built in-house by Aston Martin’s design and engineering teams in Gaydon. The manufacturer specified a few details about the car such as its 4.7 litre V8 engine and the 6-speed manual transmission unit.

All in all, the movie promises to deliver spectacular fast-motion moments that will make one’s heart stop and then start pulsating 007 times faster than before. The movie is officially coming out in October 26th.

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July 23, 2015

Aston Martin DB9 GT Unveiled. Debut to Take Place at 2015 GFS

Aston Martin DB9 GT is finally here. The luxurious British vehicle maker demonstrates the most interesting and stunning DB model to date. And as any Aston Martin vehicle, the DB9 GT comes with style, mighty presence and stunning power. And when we talk about power, the latest family member delivers 547 hp (402 kW) via the 6.0-liter V12 engine. And something more, the debut of Aston Martin DB9 GT will take place at the Goodwood Festival of Speed and will also demonstrate the stunning power in action. So, let’s see what the Aston Martin team prepared for us.

Aston Martin DB9 GT: Modern and Classical blend together

As you know, since the debut back in the 1950’s the DB models became a sort of synonym of ‘beautiful and luxurious vehicle’. Now, the latest DB model also bring that elegant and yet mighty presence, so well-known for Aston Martin vehicles. But something more: the car has kept some of the classical lines and features, but the engineering team has included and numerous modern components, so the vehicle feels good in our era.

Aston Martin DB9 GT and its drivetrain system

Definitely one of the most interesting parts of the car is the V8 engine, but there are another interesting components. For example, the special Touchtronic II six-speed gearbox, that comes with the special electronic shift-by-wire control system. The elegant pair of engine and transmission helps the Aston Martin DB9 GT to go from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.5 seconds and start chasing the top speed of 329 km/h (183 mph).

Aston Martin DB9 GT

Furthermore, the suspension continues to deliver smooth drive, while the special three-stage Adaptive Damping System (ADS) ensures incredible dynamics with its three modes: Normal, Sport and Track. Surely each of them will find its place on the track and will serve as additional customization feature for every single customer.

Aston Martin DB9 GT and its interior

Along with the cozy and pleasant place for one to be in, the interior of the Aston Martin DB9 GT comes and with numerous upgrades. Maybe one of the most notable additions is the AMi II touch-sensitive Aston Martin information and entertainment system. In fact, the AMi II system was shown for first time in the Vanquish model and now comes even better and with even more features.

Aston Martin DB9 GT

Moreover, the Aston Martin DB9 GT vehicles only in the US come with AM, FM, DAB and SDAR receptions, USB ports, Bluetooth audio streaming, numerous more connectivity options and entertainment programs

However, the 2+2 seating configuration remains, but the seats are now covered in high-quality leather. Furthermore, there is an iridium trim pack and Alacantara-wrapped steering wheel.

Aston Martin DB9 GT and the well-known luxurious feel

The Aston Martin DB9 GT will be instantly recognized as one of the most beautiful vehicles in the Aston Martin family. And now with the added improvements the vehicle becomes a sort of a leader in its class.

And for people, who are still not satisfied (I can hardly imagine people like these) Aston Martin team offers and numerous extra components. For example everyone can get additional carbon-fiber tail lamp inserts, side strakes, front splitter and rear diffuser. And of course, there is a big choice of wheels and brake caliper colors. Cool, isn’t it?

Aston Martin DB9 GT

And of course, a wide range of options inside the Aston Martin DB9 GT. For example the centre console comes in Ice Mocha and Copper Cuprum, while other interior tweaks include door inserts and head linings and the One-77-inspired steering wheel. Sweet.

Aston Martin DB9 GT is on sale and prices start at $199,950 (USA).

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June 24, 2015

Aston Martin Will Thrill 2015 GFS With its Biggest Appearance

Aston Martin team is ready for the 22nd Goodwood Festival of Speed next week and will demonstrate some supreme machines, both sporty vehicles and saloon beauties. This particular lineup is expected to be the largest presence at the festival.

At the show itself, along with the extended lineup, that includes Vantage GT12, Aston Martin will also demonstrate the V12 Vantage S Roadster and the luxurious Rapide S four-door. The festival will also offer the rare opportunity for visitors to see the Aston Martin CC100: the special concept vehicle from 2013 in action up the hill.

Furthermore, the elegant Lagonda Taraf will make its world debut at the festival and will also demonstrate some style up the hill. The vehicle was previously unveiled on static display only, but now the Aston-Martin team will demonstrate what the latest V12 super saloon in action.

Aston Martin Vantage GT12 is home

Aston Martin GT12 was launched in March this year and there are already 100 units sold until today. The vehicle itself is geared with brand’s special 6.0-liter V12 powereplant, which is capable of producing a total of 600 hp (441 kW). But the crushing power is not the only feature, that makes the vehicle special. It also comes with greatly reduced weight, which means improved handling and better fuel consumption.

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Aston Martin Lagonda Taraf – The finest of sports cars in action

Also making its global debut at the festival is the Aston-Martin Lagonda Taraf. Based on brand’s flexible VH style, the saloon was inspired by the well-known Lagonda from 1976 and now the vehicle features a lot of the same engineer tweaks and techniques. Both with modern appearance and aura of something well-known and classical, the Lagonda Taraf has a lot to demonstrate at the Goodwood festival.

This edition of Goodwood Festival of Speed will be a really interesting one with all the brands, that will participate and all the interesting models they will demonstrate. Stay with us for further information!

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June 19, 2015

Aston Martin Racing is the Current Leader in Both Classes at 2015 Le Mans 24-Hours

We already told you about the numerous preparations, that Aston Martin did before the start of 2015 Le Mans 24-Hours. The team really had lots of things to improve and engineers worked hard for incredible amount of time until the last minute before the race. And as always, good work and well-made preparations pay well at the end.

Now, at the halfway mark on the track of world’s toughest race, Aston Martin Racing team is leading in both GTE classes. Let’s see what happened.

Vehicle #99 Hanergy-liveried Vantage GTE went in for a wheel-to-wheel fight with #64 Corvette at the front of the GTE PRO class, while #98 Gulf-Livered vehicle leads the GTE AM class with the incredible one-minute gap.

Furthermore #95 Vantage GTE made it on sixth position in GTE PRO, after it spent some time in the pits and the #96 Vantage lost some precious time due to an incident and finished in 12th position in GTE AM.

Sadly, along with the good results by Aston Martin Team, there is also a disappointment. #97 Vantage GTE had some serious technical issues, that caused it to finish on second place in GTE PRO.

And here we remind you the 2015 Le Mans 24-hour Aston Martin vehicles and their drivers:

#99 – Fernando Rees, Alex MacDowall, Richie Stanaway
#98 – Pedro Lamy, Paul Dalla Lana, Mathias Lauda
#97 – Darren Turner, Stefan Mücke, Rob Bell
#96 – Stuart Hall, Francesco Castellacci, Roald Goethe
#95 – Marco Sørensen, Nicki Thiim, Christoffer Nygaard

For further information stay with us!

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June 14, 2015

Aston-Martin Team is Ready for 2015 Le Mans Race!

Aston Martin Racing has qualified for the 2015 Le Mans 24-hours race with the #99 and #98 V8 Vantage GTE models. With this year’s participation in world’s toughest race, two things impressed us: the colorful and art-influenced Vantage and the “rookie” Richie Stanaway (NZ), who will race at the famous race for the first time. But the impressive thing, that the “new guy” managed to impress all of us with the fastest lap and putting the #99 on pole.

Stanaway himself says, that this was the start they were looking for, but there is still a lot of work. Furthermore, he ensures us, that the car feels great and he feels in top form, so he confidently awaits the race on Saturday.

But the young racer is not the only one, who took pole position for Saturday’s race. In GTE Am class Pedro Lamy (PT) set the fastest time with #98 Vantage GTE and he will start from the third place in the GT race.

Furthermore, the #97 Aston-Martin vehicle will also start from third in PRO class, while #95 Young Driv4er AMR will start from fifth position. #96 Gulf Racing will start from 12th place in GTE AM class.

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June 12, 2015

Aston Martin Unveiled a Special Vantage GTE Model

Aston Martin today unveiled a special 24 Hours of Le Mans art car, personally designed by artist Tobias Rehberger. The idea behind the concept is to create the illusion of speed and movement, even when the vehicle is static.

As you know, Rehberger is famous for his abstract art and interesting optical effects, that make you question your perception abilities. He has received numerous prizes and awards, that include the prestigious Golden Lion for best artist at the 2009 Venice Biennale. And now Aston Martin team invited him to create a concept, that will add incredible dynamics and colors to the vehicle.

There are more than thirty years, that passed since the first art car took place in the 24-hours race and now Rehberger takes the challenge to use geometric shapes and patterns, so the impression of movement and speed is still strong, even the car remains in one place. The artwork was commissioned by owner of vehicle #97, who is interested in the art of Rehberger and wanted to witness a combination between the elegant lines of the luxurious vehicles and the challenging art concepts of the artist. We bet he is amazed by the end result. Just as we are.

The design, that will be seen on #97 Vantage GTE was unveiled at the official race scrutineering in the town center today.

let us remind you, that the toughest race in the world, Le Mans starts on Saturday 13 June at 15:00 hrs.

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June 8, 2015

Aston Martin’s Vantage GT12 Will Make its UK Debut at 2015 Goodwood Festival of Speed

Aston Martin‘s performance-focused road vehicle, the Vantage GT12 will make its world debut at Goodwood Festival of Speed. It is extreme, lightweight and confident-looking. The vehicle comes with a 6-liter V12 engine, that produces the crushing 600 hp (441 kW) and it is ready to demonstrate it is an honorable member of a proud family.

In fact, there will be only 100 units, that have already been purchased by eager buyers.

On June, 25, visitors at the Goodwood Moving Motor Show will have the chance to witness the showing of the Vantage GT12. After the ceremony, the machine will go up the famous Goodwood Hill Climb with Aston Martin CEO Andy Palmer himself behind the wheel.

The vehicle is redesigned and inspired by the V12 Vantage GT 3 race car and now it is here to demonstrate some incredible confidence and numerous sporty features with its monstrous engine and the special aerodynamic body.

In fact, this will not be the only Aston Martin vehicle on the festival. Other machines, that will be demonstrated along the latest Aston Martin member are:

Vanquish Coupe V12 Vantage S Coupe
V12 Vantage S Roadster
Rapide S
Vanquish Volante

As you know, we are also expecting impatiently the festival, so for further information stay with us!

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June 8, 2015

Aston Martin Team Created Seven Unique Vanquish Vehicles

The Q by Aston Martin is celebrating the fulfilment of a longstanding ambition for sporty vehicles enthusiast and businessman Markus Storck.

Dr. Matthew Bennett, General Manager of VIP sales and Q by Aston Martin personalization service delivered the first seven unique and beautiful Vanquish Coupes to the German collector at a special event, held at a luxury headquarters in Gaydon. Mr. Storck, who is a founder and head of German hi-tech bicycle brand Storck Bikes, commissioned the Q by Aston Martin crew to craft an unique set of Vanquish vehicles just for himself and six close friends and sports car fans.

With incredible features and exclusive exterior finish, that include numerous carbon fiber components and incredible details, the Aston Martin developed seven vehicles, that will be collector’s items in just a year time.

But aside the several layers of carbon-fiber body and the satin Jet Black paint finish, the Vanquish sports vehicles also include a special set of luxurious and custom-made components like diamond qulting, machined carbon Aston Martin wing badges, of course the special “One of Seven” logo and wide variety of gloss black additions.

It is incredible what passion and love to the detail can create. The seven cars are really special, not because of their excellent performance features, but because Aston Martin team demonstrated one more time what does the art of creating a beautiful vehicle looks like.

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June 1, 2015

Lake Como Salutes the Aston Martin DBX Concept

Aston Martin DBX Concept Side View Speaking of Aston Martins, have you seen the DBX Concept already? Or have you missed it somewhere along the way? Well, the news about it is that it has made an appearance this weekend at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este, which took place at the shores of Lake Como in Italy. With its bold and purely Aston Martin design, the concept car aims to battle conventional thinking about luxury and GT traveling.

The vehicle was actually premiered at the Geneva Motor Show this March, where it gathered a lot of appraisals and superb comments. All in all, the car promises to make luxury GT travel even more stylish and comfortable than ever before. Well, it might also add more practicality, family-and eco-friendliness.

DBX Concept also showcases the evolution in company’s design philosophy through its cutting edge engineering. The car has the capability of accommodating four adults in perfect comfort. What is more, it can be also used everyday, because its design is more practical than other cars in company’s range of vehicles.

Exterior

The metal work throughout the exterior emphasizes Aston Martin’s approach of using authentic materials. It is actually made of machined billet aluminium, which features visible milling lines that are made with the intent to be seen as the car’s jewellery.

The exterior paint finish is also one-off. Called Black Pearl Chromium, it has been specifically created to mimic the look of a genuine black pearl. It is made of micro-fine layer of chrome that delivers a level of reflectivity.

Active LEDs light-up the way of this concept, while the rearview mirrors have been substituted with rear view cameras.

Interior

Inside, the car features exclusive materials that aren’t typical for the automotive standards. They create soft and cocooning ambience. To be more precise, the materials used inside feature Nubuck leather, sandwiched accent layer, gold ‘pin striping’ element on the edging and more.

Drivetrain

The car runs on pure electricity, which makes it definitely eco-friendly. It is actually driven by electric motors that are powered by lithium sulphur cells. Unfortunately, there are no details regarding the power output of the model, or any performance figures released so far.