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Aston Martin Marks Its Diamond Jubilee with Six Limited Edition Sports Cars

aston-martin-vanquish-super-gt-anniversary-edition-01 The best way to mark great achievements in the past is by looking towards the future with a determination to gain even more and bigger accomplishments. This is precisely what Aston Martin is striving to do now. In order to celebrate its 60^th anniversary and to really set this event as something tremendously important and big, the automaker is revealing six bespoke models which are confirming new standards.

All of the models represent interpretations of the current Vanquish super GT in either Coupe or Volante version. Their creation is the product of the exciting Aston Martin personalization service and the luxury British brand’s Gaydon-based design team of proffessionals.

The cars are powered by the standard 6.0-litre V12 petrol engine which is used in the Vanquish super GT. It is mated to the latest generation Touchtronic III eight-speed automatic gearbox and delivers 568 HP and 630 Nm of torque. What does it do for the car though? This enables the Vanquish to speed up from 0 to 60mph in 3.6 seconds, developing a maximum speed of 200mph.

Precisely, the six pistons have been drawn from engines in the following Newport Pagnell-built sports cars:

1955-1965: DB 2/4 Mk II saloon
1965-1975: DB5
1975-1985: V8 Coupe
1985-1995: V8 Vantage X-pack
1995-2005: V8 Vantage supercharged
2005-2015: Original Vanquish

Moreover, the new Aston Martin Anniversity vehicles share some explicit features such as rotaries made from worked metal of a heritage model piston from the relevant era; distinctive Anniversary Yellow accents on the side strakes and alloy wheels; White/black Duotone seat centre panels; one-of-a-kind sill plaques exemplifying the era of the car with the Works Anniversary logo. Additionally, the distinctive color and trim treatments are highlighted by contrast yellow stitching in the leather and new heavy weave carbon fibre.

The first of the models has already been released at the Buckinghamshire-based firm’s customer Christmas celebration.

Source: Aston Martin

December 13, 2014

Aston Martin DB10: The New James Bond Movie Car

There is some really exciting news for the Aston Martin fans because the Aston Martin DB10 has been unveiled today during the 24^thJames Bond movie announcement. Yet if you love James Bond films as well as Aston Martin vehicles, well then… Today might be your day!

Being revealed during a special event at Pinewood Studios in London, the Aston Martin DB10 is said to play a crucial part in the 24th installment in the James Bond franchise. After pulling the wraps off the vehicle, we are able to see this aggressively shaped new supercar in which James Bond will be sophisticatedly driving around. The movie is going to be out on the 6^th of November, 2015 and its official name is SPECTRE (Special Executive for Counter-intelligence, Terrorism, Revenge and Extortion). The really long title is a reference to the fictional global terrorist organization which is talked about in the novels written by Ian Fleming.

The spectacular car exhibits revolutionary styling which will be probably seen again in the future AM’s era of models which are fitted with engines supplied by Mercedes-AMG.

Filming is starting tomorrow at different locations such as Pinewood, Mexico City, Rome, Tangier and Erfoud (Morocco), Sölden, Obertilliach and Lake Altaussee (Austria). SPECTRE is directed by Sam Mendes and will star: Daniel Craig, Ralph Fiennes, Ben Whishaw, Naomie Harris and Rory Kinnear are Christoph Waltz, Léa Seydoux, Monica Bellucci, David Bautista and Andrew Scott.

More details and additional images of the car will be released soon. For now, this is Martin. Aston Martin DB10.

Source: Aston Martin via Twitter

December 4, 2014

Aston Martin Lagonda Taraf Officially Unveiled in Dubai

Aston Martin Lagonda Taraf is currently being launched in Dubai, but don’t worry because Aston Martin is planning to release it outside the Middle East market. The super saloon is one of the finest of fast cars. It is based on company’s flexible VH architecture and is inspired by the highly sought-after William Towns-designed Lagonda of 1976. In addition, it includes wide range of the same cutting edge engineering techniques seen in modern Aston Martin sports. An instance is the use of carbon fibre body panels.

Of course, the car has been hand-built by the finest craftsmen and women at company’s manufacturing facilities in Gaydon, Warwickshire. Right there was the production of the One-77 hypercar. Just like its exclusive siblings, like the V12 Zagato and CC100 Speedster Concept, Lagonda has been created as a piece of automotive art.

Unfortunately, this is the entire information which we have received from Aston Martin. However, we suspect that the car is likely driven by a refined V12 6.0-liter engine, which produces more than 565 hp (415 kW) and mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission. This means that we should expect a 0 to 100 km/h acceleration time in 4 seconds or less and a top speed around 200 mph.

Aston Martin Lagonda super saloon was revealed in October. This was the time when the British company released the first officia images of the car. With this super saloon, the luxury brand is trying to revive the historic Lagonda nameplate.

Aston Martin Lagonda Taraf will be offered for sale by invitation only. Up until now there are no details revealed about the exact pricing.

Source: Aston Martin

November 12, 2014

Aston Martin Produces One-Off DB9 Volante Morning Frost

Aston Martin DB9 Volante Morning Frost is unique and was made by company’s Q customization division. If you still can’t believe it, this car is so exclusive that it will be produced in only one example. The one-off exterior is finished in white color, called Morning Frost, and features blue satin carbon fiber accents, and we must say it looks pretty nice. The same blue color has also been used for the soft top.

There is also a special mesh grille and even more special and elegant 10-spoke alloy wheels. The two-tone design scheme continues inside in the cabin. There we see the combination of Pearl White and Spectral Blue leather seats. The latter leather is used also for the air vents, while Cobalt Blue is used for the fascia trim.

DB9 Volante Morning Frost will be driven by 6.0-liter V12 engine. The unit produces 510 hp (375 kW) and 620 Nm (458 lb-ft) of maximum torque, and is coupled with a Touchtronic 2 six-speed transmission. The transmission helps the car accelerate effortlessly from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds.

DB9 is the iconic heart of the Aston Martin model range. It combines an intoxicating blend of elegance and engineering, refinement and technology. DB9 is also the latest progeny of the most illustrious automotive bloodline in the world.

Aston Martin’s newest DB9 has been commissioned by Aston Martin Dallas. Honestly, this sports car is definitely one of the most eye-catching DB9 Volantes we’ve ever seen. What do you think?

Source: Aston Martin

November 12, 2014

Aston Martin Reveals the Lagonda Super Saloon

The production of the Aston Martin Lagonda super saloon was announced at the end of July, and since then we haven’t heard anything about the vehicle. Now the British company is releasing first images of the production car version of the new Lagonda. Except for those ten images which you can view below, Aston Martin didn’t release any further details about the car. What we know however is that it will be built in strictly limited numbers and its production will begin in 2015.

With this super saloon, the luxury brand is trying to revive the historic Lagonda nameplate. And in fact, the Lagonda badge will be positioned on the ultimately luxurious and exclusive model, which means that what we see now sits at the top of Aston Martin’s range.

Furthermore, the Lagonda will be built on the flexible VH architecture. As you can see from the picture above, the new model also draws inspiration from the highly sought-after William Towns-designed 1976 Lagonda. The saloon is hand-built and crafted and features a lot of carbon-fiber components.

This is a return for the Lagonda nameplate which comes after the revival of other Aston Martin’s projects, which include the One-77 hypercar, V12 Zagato and last year’s CC100 Speedster Concept. Just like its exclusive siblings, Lagonda has been created as a piece of automotive piece art.

Lagonda will be offered for sale by invitation only, and will be sold in the Middle East only. There are no details disclosed about the exact pricing.

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October 1, 2014

Aston Martin Vanquish Carbon Edition

Aston Martin has just unveiled the 2015 Aston Martin Vanquish Carbon Black and Carbon White Edition. The special models are available both as a Coupe and in Volante specification.

The duo of special edition Vanquishes remain mechanically identical to the standard car. The 2015 Aston Martin Carbon White and Carbon Black Editions come up with the exact same engines: A 6.0-litre V12 which now rounds up produces 576 PS (423 kW) and 630 Nm (465 lb-ft) of torque. With a brand new 8-speed transmission, the 2015 Vanquish hits from 0 to 96 km/h (0 to 60 mp/h) in 3.6 seconds. That is 0.5 seconds faster than the current car model and makes the Vanquish the fastest accelerating series production Aston Martin ever. For the first time Aston Marin can surpass 320 km/h (200 mph).

A nice new package of dark-theme exterior details along with graphite painted diamond-turned alloy wheels together with black headlamp bezels, side window surrounds and textured tailpipe finishers, clear rear lamps with black surrounds.

New interior changes include Herringbone carbon fiber trim, black accents and a Bang & Olufsen audio system with black anodized speaker grilles; machined carbon sill plaques, black magnesium paddle-shifts or carbon fibre gearshift surround; satin chrome rotaries; a leather (or Alcantara) steering wheel with contrasting on-centre stitch feature; seat and door inserts in technical Plissè Alcantara and unique seat trim patterns.

Pricing of the Vanquish edition is approximately about $99,900

Source: Aston Martin

September 11, 2014

Aston Martin to showcase Q by Aston Martin bespoke service

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The famous automobile brand Aston Martin will showcase a new collection of bespoke commissions created by the company’s Q by Aston Martin division at the Pebble Beach Automotive Week next week.

There is a total of four new Q by Aston Martin designs, led by the Los Angeles-based dealer partner, Galpin Aston Martin. All new designs are based on the DB9 Volante, V12 Vantage S and Vanquish sports cars.

The Q by Aston Martin Vanquish Coupe comes with amplified colors, bold contrasts and a new and innovative enlarged carbon fiber weave structure. The exterior is painted in Abor Orange, which is an exclusive new Q paint finish, and offers the vibrancy of a rich orange red fired with an intensity emphasized by a shimmering pearl effect. Ensconced in the Obsidian Black leather interior, the carbon theme is continued with a printed leather in a design called ‘Helix’; inspired by a carbon molecule helix and influenced by experimental rapid prototyped furniture. Running like a spine down the centre of the car, the Helix print is set on an unbroken expanse of leather headliner panel, and is revealed again in the door panels.

The Q by Aston Martin Vanquish Volante comes with a new exterior paint finish – Frosted Silver – that offers better light to dark travel. Graphite-finished 10-spoke alloy wheels are set against classically styled polished calipers that match the Solid Sterling Silver seen in the Aston Martin wings and Q badges.

The Q by Aston Martin DB9 Volante offers an Ashen Blonde exterior – warm silver taken from the exclusive Q palette and paired with polished alloy wheels. Inside, the DB9 adopts a blush pearl leather, Piano Ice Mocha facia and drawing inspiration from luxury furniture, a blanket stitch which runs the length of the central spine of the interior. As a final touch a pink Rhodachrosite stone is inlaid in the Q buckle badge strapped to the console.

Finally the Q by Aston Martin V12 Vantage S comes with a rich purple amethyst exterior paint that gets combined with bright painted Monterey Pearl front grille and rear diffuser. An Obsidian Black interior is punctuated with Vivid Purple leather details on a number of details including seat stripe, headlining, steering wheel and glove box lining. Also included are a series of special carbon fiber details such as the rotary controls which are each hand wound from a single filament of carbon fiber.

Matthew Bennett, The General Manager for Q and VIP Sales said: “The Q by Aston Martin collection of cars shown at Pebble Beach are a bold statement of the intent and capability we are developing within Q. They show how customers can be inspired to create truly unique cars and the breadth of bespoke capability at their disposal.”

Source: Aston Martin

August 9, 2014

Aston Martin upgrades Vanquish and Rapide S models

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Aston Martin has announced a number of new and exciting technical improvements that will find their way into Vanquish and Rapide S models that belong to the 15 Model Year (15MY). The changes affect performance, fuel consumption and emissions as well as overall driving experience.

The first major change is that both models now come with the new Touchtronic III eight-speed automatic gearbox – the first time ever that this gearbox is integrated in a transaxle layout. The new gearbox has positive influence on both performance and fuel economy thanks to the efforts of ZF, with which Aston Martin has been partnering to bring the Touchtronic III to the Vanquish and Rapide S.

Ian Minards, Product Development Director at Aston Martin, explained: “We have a long and successful technical partnership with ZF and so it was a natural step for us to adapt and integrate their world class 8HP transmission into our transaxle layout.”

“This has been a detailed piece of work involving careful consideration of many technical parameters including gear ratios, software integration and shifting strategies. This has delivered a significant step change in both vehicle performance and economy whilst preserving the unique Aston Martin V12 driving experience.”

The new 15MY cars also feature reduced 0-60 mph times – the Vanquish and Rapide S now accelerate to 60 mph in just 3.6 seconds (3.8 seconds 0-100 km/h) and 4.2 seconds (4.4 seconds 0-100 km/h), respectively, down from 4.1 seconds for the Vanquish and 4.7 seconds for the Rapide S. The new gearbox and changes in the gear and final drive ratios also allow the cars to feature lower emissions that are now lower by an average of ten per cent – down to 298 g/km for Vanquish and 300 g/km for the Rapide S. Economy is boosted by thirteen per cent (Rapide S) and seven per cent (Vanquish) with the new transmission (US Combined cycle). In addition for the first time both cars can achieve 200 mph (320 km/h) and more. Peak power also rises – the Vanquish now sports 568 bhp (576 hp or 423 kW), while the Rapide S offers 552 bhp (560 hp or 412 kW) of power. Peak torque is also up to 465 lb.-ft. (630 Nm) at 5,500 rpm.

In addition to all this the new Aston Martin Vanquish and Rapide S take advantage of the latest Bosch Engine Management System. The new system, which delivers more precise engine control and seamlessly communicates with the new gearbox, receives its first application in an Aston Martin that combines the AM29 V12 engine and an automatic gearbox.

Uprated dampers on the new Vanquish – 15% stiffer at the front and a full 35% stiffer at the rear – improve the dynamic characteristic of the car in line with its significantly enhanced performance. Rapide S, meanwhile, gets uprated larger front brakes. Both cars also benefit from a retuned brake booster and amended rear suspension bushes that are now 20% stiffer than before. There are other minor changes to the two models as well.

The global market introduction of 15MY sports cars begins in Q3 of 2014, with more details on market-specific pricing and options available in due course.

Source: Aston Martin

August 6, 2014

Aston Martin to present 2015 V12 Vantage S Roadster at Pebble Beach

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The famous luxury car maker Aston Martin has announced that its new 2015 V12 Vantage S Roadster will make its global debut at the Pebble Beach Automotive Week, which starts on August 14.

The upcoming Aston Martin vehicle will deliver sporting agility and an enviable sports soundtrack thanks to its naturally aspirated Aston Martin AM28 6.0-liter V12 engine that delivers 565 horsepower (415 kW). Thanks to this engine and state-of-the-art Bosch engine management the new car can reach 201 mph (323 km/h), accelerating from rest to 60 mph (100 km/h) in just 3.9 seconds. When released, the new Aston Martin 2015 V12 Vantage S Roadster will be the car company’s most potent, fastest and fastest-accelerating series production roadster to date.

The Aston Martin 2015 V12 Vantage S Roadster will be accompanied by the new Design Prototype 100 (DP-100), which makes a North American debut. Developed in six months time, the DP-100 is a new virtual-only GT racer. The upcoming car looks beautiful and will be available to owners of Gran Turismo 6 to download; later this month it will be shown as a full-sized hand-crafted model at Monterey.

The DP-100 will come with a powerful twin-turbo V12 engine that delivers 800 HP (588 kW). In addition to that the prototype provides an exceptional level of detail with a fully functional suspension system and state-of-the-art electronics. The DP-100 will be exclusively available for viewings to customers and invited guests at the Aston Martin Estate (14-16 August) where it will be joined by the V12 Vantage S Roadster which will also lead the marque’s presence at Quail: A Motorsports Gathering (15 August).

Source: Aston Martin

August 5, 2014

Aston Martin Confirms Production Of Lagonda Super Saloon

Aston Martin Lagonda is an exclusive super saloon which will be built in a very limited edition series. The production of the car will start in the beginning of 2015. This super saloon will feature a bespoke programme which aims to revive the historic Lagonda nameplate. In addition, the Lagonda badge will be positioned on the ultimately luxurious and exclusive model. The car brings back to life the Lagonda ethos of ‘the finest of fast cars’. The vehicle will be offered only in the Middle East.

The car will be based on Aston Martin’s flexible VH architecture, but it will also draw inspiration from the highly sought-after William Towns-designed Lagonda of 1976. The company announced that the car will include many of the same cutting edge engineering techniques such as the extensive use of carbon fibre in the body panels.

In addition, the saloon will be hand-built and crafted. What is more, the new Lagonda will be offered for sale by invitation only. The exact pricing details remain confidential, while the asking price will be accordingly car’s luxurious nature.

The return of Lagonda follows in the revival of other Aston Martin’s projects. These are the One-77 hypercar, V12 Zagato and last year’s CC100 Speedster Concept. Just like its exclusive siblings, Lagonda has been created as a piece of automotive piece art.

Source: Aston Martin

July 25, 2014

Aston Martin Introduces 2015 V12 Vantage S Roadster

2015 Aston Martin V12 Vantage S Roadster is one of the most powerful and fastest cabriolets on the market. The company plans to enter the vehicle on the market worldwide later this year. This model is set to deliver great sporting agility highlighted by an enviable sports ‘soundtrack’. The latter of course is generated by its naturally aspirated V12 engine and the tuned sports exhaust system. All in all V12 Vantage S Roadster is the mechanical embodiment of Aston Martin’s exceptional spirit – beautiful, potent and dynamic.

To go into details, under the hood of the new cabrio sleeps the 565 hp (415 kW) AM28 6.0-litre V12 engine. It features Bosch engine management and is capable of accelerating the car from 0 to 60 mph in only 3.9 seconds. The top speed is electronically limited up to 201 mph.

Furthermore, the peak torque is rated at 619 Nm (457 lb-ft) and it is available at 5,750 rpm. The low rev torque is measured at just 1,000 rpm and peaks at a 509 Nm (376 lb-ft).

Just like its coupe sibling, the roadster includes race car technology, which runs right through its DNA. Two examples of this track technology are the CNC machined combustion chambers and hollow cam shafts. Another instance is the Sportshift III ASM auto-shift manual transmission that is engineered to use the full potential of the V12.

In addition, the utilization of the three-stage adaptive damping, contributes to more precision in driving dynamics. There are three modes: ‘Normal’, ‘Sport’ and ‘Track’ that provide versatility in performance. This system also manages the level of power steering assistance.

The braking performance is ensured by carbon ceramic discs, while the new exhaust system is derived from the exclusive One-77 hypercar. Next, the ZF Servotronic power assisted steering offers a quick 15:1 ratio. It is linked to the adaptive damping button and also offers two-mode steering assistance.

In terms of exterior the new roadster has the emblematic grille, which is made of carbon fibre arrangement with sporty black or titanium silver mesh. It was created to optimize the airflow to the V12. Other distinguishing features include the lightweight forged alloy ten-spoke wheels.

The interior of the car features seat trim and door trims with Sport and carbon fibre lightweight seat options. As an option, Aston Martin is offering the Interior Carbon Pack. It adds the material to car’s fascia and door pulls, and includes black pedals.

On the other hand, the company is also introducing for the V12 Vantage S Roadster, the Q by Aston Martin Collection. It comprises of bespoke features such as a wide range of bold exterior and interior colors, body colored carbon bonnet louvers, red tint or satin finish to the carbon fibre elements on the exterior and interior, a full carbon fibre centre console, black anodised and machined rotary controls and a steering wheel with a leather on-centre stripe in the chosen color.

2015 Aston Martin V12 Vantage S Roadster Technical Specification:

Body	Two-seat, two-door soft-cover convertible top bodystyle Extruded bonded aluminium VH body structure Aluminium, magnesium alloy, composite and steel body Extruded aluminium door side-impact beams Halogen projector headlamps (main beam) High Intensity Discharge headlamps (dipped beam) LED rear lamps Clear rear lamps Carbon fibre front splitter and rear diffuser Black headlamp bezels
Engine	All-alloy, quad overhead camshaft, 48-valve, 5935 cc V12 Front mid-mounted engine, rear-wheel drive Fully catalysed, stainless steel exhaust system with active bypass valves Compression ratio 11.1:1 Max power 421 kW (573 PS/565 bhp) at 6750 rpm Max torque 620 Nm (457 lb ft) at 5750 rpm Acceleration Roadster 0-60 mph in 3.9 seconds 0-100 km/h in 4.1 seconds Maximum speed Roadster 323 km/h (201 mph)
Transmission	Rear mid-mounted, seven-speed ‘Sportshift III’ automated manual transmission Alloy torque tube with carbon fibre propeller shaft Limited-slip differential Final-drive ratio 3.727:1
Steering	Rack and pinion, speed-sensitive Servotronic power-assisted steering, 2.5 turns lock-to-lock Column tilt and reach adjustment Steering rack with 15:1 ratio
Wheels & Tyres	19” 10-spoke forged alloy Graphite painted wheels with diamond-turned finish Front: 9 x 19” Pirelli P Zero Corsa 255/35 ZR19 Rear: 11 x 19” Pirelli P Zero Corsa 295/30 ZR19
Suspension	Front: Independent double wishbones incorporating anti-dive geometry, coil springs, anti-roll bar and monotube adaptive dampers Rear: Independent double wishbones with anti-squat and anti-lift geometry, dual-rate coil springs and monotube adaptive dampers Three-stage Adaptive Damping System (ADS) with Normal, Sport and Track modes
Brakes	Front: Ventilated Carbon Ceramic Matrix discs, 398 mm diameter with six-piston monobloc calipers Rear: Ventilated Carbon Ceramic Matrix discs, 360 mm diameter with four-piston monobloc calipers Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) with Track mode Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Track mode Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) Emergency Brake Assist (EBA) Traction Control (TC) Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA) Positive Torque Control (PTC) Hill Start Assist (HSA)
Standard Specification	Full-grain leather interior Piano Black fascia trim, centre stack and door grabs Leather-trimmed sports steering wheel with Black airbag ring Electrically adjustable sports seats with side airbags Memory seats and exterior mirrors (three positions) Dual-stage driver/passenger front airbags Carbon fibre front grille Titanium front grille and side strake meshes Powerfold exterior heated mirrors Heated rear screen Automatic temperature control Organic Electroluminescent (OEL) displays Trip computer Cruise control Bluetooth® telephone preparation with audio streaming capability Satellite navigation Auto-dimming interior rear-view mirror Garage door opener Rear parking sensors Reverse parking assist camera (USA and Canada only) Tyre pressure monitoring Alarm (with volumetric and tilt sensor) and immobiliser Remote control central door locking and boot release Glass ECU Glass switches Aston Martin Tracking by Cobra LED map reading lights
In-Car Entertainment	160 W Aston Martin audio system with six-CD autochanger Integrated Apple iPod® connector USB connector with Waveform Audio Format (WAF), Windows Media Player (WMA) and MPEG (MP3) audio file compatibility
Exterior Detailing Options	10-spoke lightweight alloy wheels – Silver painted – Satin Black painted 10-spoke forged alloy wheels – Liquid Silver painted – Gloss Black painted with a diamond-turned finish Alternative Brake Caliper finish: Grey, Red or Yellow Pirelli P Zero Tyres Black or Silver Graphics Pack – individual body panels or combinations of: front grille ‘lipstick’, rear tailgate panel and lamp infills, Exterior Carbon Pack comprising mirror caps, side strakes and rear lamp infills Carbon fibre side strakes Painted carbon fibre front grille Black front grille and side strake meshes Black side window trim surround Black textured tailpipe finisher Silver headlamp bezels ‘V12’ front wing badging Delete model badging Delete protective tape
Interior Detailing Options	Carbon fibre fascia trim Carbon Interior Pack comprising fascia trim and door grabs Carbon fibre paddleshifts Aston Martin Wings headrest embroidery Black pedal pads and footrest Black anodised speaker grilles (only available with Bang & Olufsen audio system) Personalised sill plaques
Comfort and Convenience Options	Front parking sensors Reverse parking assist camera Lightweight seats with six-way electrical adjustment Heated seats Passenger seat with ISOFIX (fixed height) Garage door opener Second glass ECU Aston Martin Tracking by Cobra First aid kit Ashtray and cigar lighter Boot-mounted umbrella Leather ECU pouch
In-Car Entertainment Options	700 W Aston Martin Premium Audio System with Dolby® Pro Logic II® 1000 W Bang & Olufsen BeoSound audio system with ICEpower® technology Satellite radio
Dimensions	Length 4385 mm (172.6”) Width 1865 mm (73.4”) excluding mirrors Width 2022 mm (79.6”) including mirrors Height Roadster 1260 mm (49.2”) Wheelbase 2600 mm (102.4”) Front track 1570 mm (61.8”) Rear track 1575 mm (62.0”) Turning circle 11.8 m (38.7 ft) (kerb to kerb) Boot capacity 144 litres (5.1 cu ft) Fuel capacity 80 litres (17.6 UK gal/21.1 US gal) Kerb weight Roadster 1745 kg (3847 lb)
Fuel consumption litres/100 km (mpg)	Urban 22.5 (12.6) Extra-urban 10.2 (27.7) Combined 14.7 (19.2)
Gas mileage and CO2 emissions	City 12 mpg Highway 18 mpg Combined 14 mpg 343 g/km

Source: Aston Martin

July 16, 2014

Kahn And Evanta Collaboration Results in a Flying Huntsman and Barchetta

A. Kahn Design has teamed up with Evanta. The name of the newly formed team will be Ant-Kahn and they already have number of projects underway. The result of their collaborative partnership will be a hot-rod Defender and a custom Barchetta. Of course, the focus is on luxury and quality, which will be achieved via modern prototyping and manufacturing technology. At the same time both companies will also focus on the details that are associated with traditional coach building.

Afzal Kahn has revealed that they are already working on their future plans that aim to extend from coach-building to manufacturing series motor vehicles. He promises that number of models will come to fruition in the coming weeks and months.

Ant Anstead on the other hand stated that both British companies will be dedicated to continue building upon the historical excellence of British vehicle manufacture. For him the most important is to step upon and develop the traditions of hand finished coach building.

In the forthcoming months, Ant-Kahn plans to introduce the “Flying Huntsman” vehicle, which is a new take on the classic Land Rover Defender. If you remember, we have already seen this concept car in a sketch form. It will probably include the 6.2 litre V8 powerhouse coupled with a six speed electronic gearbox and will produce around 550 horsepower (404 kW).

After the production of the Huntsman, there will be a release of an Ant-Kahn original. This will be a retro-styled Barchetta that is scheduled to officially debut at the Goodwood Revival motor show. The third car planned to be built is a completely restyled Aston Martin WB12, which will be shown later this year.

Source: A. Kahn Design

July 11, 2014

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