Aston Martin Virage Shiny Copper

Caught on display a day ahead of its official reveal at the Geneva Auto Show, you might need to take a second look to realize this is in fact an all-new Aston Martin. Called the Virage, it’s remarkable similar to the DB9 and DBS, which comes as little surprise as it sits between the two models.
In person, the styling remains just as familiar, but the proportions are different with (if you can believe it) a nose that seems to protrude even further than those found on its siblings.


Likely target at Bentley Continental GT owners, the Virage makes a sound business case for the brand as it helps expand the lineup without adding much in the way of R&D costs. While there’s obvious savings in the design department, the car rides on the same VH architecture as the rest of the Aston lineup while power comes from (what else?) a familiar 6.0-liter V12. Output is rated at 490-hp and 420 lb-ft of torque, hitting the ground through a 6-speed automatic gearbox, helping the Virage hit 60-mph in 4.5 seconds. Top speed is 186-mph.

Aston Martin DB4 James Bond’s car

James Bond drove a 1964-65 Aston Martin DB5 in the first Bond movies and acquainted most Americans with England’s Aston Martin. But the 1958-63 Aston DB4, which the DB5 strongly resembled, was the first all-new Aston since industrialist David Brown bought and saved the revered automaker in 1947.

Ian Fleming, author of the James Bond novels, never owned an Aston Martin, but he sure knew about classy cars. He owned a mid-1950s Ford Thunderbird two-seater and a rakish, early 1960s Studebaker Avanti, which he shipped to various countries to drive whenever he left England. Fleming’s wife was so jealous of his affection for the Avanti that she reportedly put sugar in its gas tank to gum up its engine.
But the Bond movie producers knew James Bond would have to drive an Aston Martin in the movie because it was the sleekest, fastest, most prestigious British sports car.

Most Astons have had a “DB” prefix because those, of course were David Brown’s initials. He sold the automaker in 1972 just before the big American fuel crunch and before new government regulations nearly caused the crash of the exotic sports car market in this country.

The new Aston Martin Virage

Aston Martin has provided us with another good reason to look forward to the Geneva Motor Show, opening its doors next Tuesday, by revealing the all-new Virage.

This stunning 21st-century variant of a model which ceased production 11 years ago will be powered by a 6.0-litre V12 powertrain that generates a not insubstantial 490 ponies and 570Nm of torque. We don’t know exactly how fast that will make the Virage, but perhaps Aston is holding that information back for its world debut at the Geneva-Palexpo Conference centre. At least, we hope that’s the plan.

Though the Virage’s design traits instantly give away the fact it’s an Aston grand tourer, it is clearly distinguished from its stablemates by a side strake which houses six LEDs, a lower and wider stance than other Aston models, and an all-new rear diffuser.

Aston Martin Virage

Aston Martin has unveiled the ultimate lightweight sports car.
The two new sports cars, the Virage Coupe and the Virage Volante, appear under the DB9 and DBS lineup as part of the Aston Martin’s VH build. Both vehicles, which will officially premiere at the Geneva Motor Show, feature bonded aluminum chassis, double-wishbone suspension on all corners and Adaptive Damping System with Sport from Aston Martin.

Aston Martin Virage: The Ultimate Luxury Car

The Virage has a front mid-mounted V12 engine, but with distributed weight the new Aston Martin runs like a race car. Like everything Aston Martin creates, the Virage is a luxury vehicle at its best – with beauty and prestige all in one.
The new Aston Martin car is a hand-built 6.0 litre V12 engine that produces 490 bhp (365 kW/497 PS) and 570 nM (420 lb. Ft) of torque. With its carbon fibre prop shaft, the Aston Martin is mated to a six-speed Touchtronic II automatic transmission.

Aston Martin V8 Vantage S

The Aston Martin Vantage range comes of age with the new Aston Martin V8 Vantage S characterised by a host of new driver-focussed features all designed to push the honed dynamics of the standard Vantage to a new benchmark level.
Own Aston Martin V8 developed 4.7-liter supply, by at maximum power of 430 hp (436 hp / 321 kW) at 7,300 rpm and maximum torque of 490 Nm (lb.ft 361) at 5,000 rpm was and is coupled to a field training of new transmission Sport Shift ™ II, designed specifically for the Aston Martin V8 Vantage S with seven short gear ratios designed to offer more attractive driver involvement and intense.

dynamic assessment is important for the Aston Martin V8 Vantage S, accelerated with a 15:01 ratio rack, compared to 17:01 in the standard car and a larger diameter front disc brakes with six-piston brake calipers New front brake. New springs and dampers and larger rear wheels also contribute to the version of the chassis. A new system of Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) specifically for the Vantage O module with a new brake offer tailored features like hydraulic brakes (HBA) support to help with emergency braking and Hill Start Assist (HSA). The Bridgestone tires were developed to optimize the dynamic feeling better grip.
As with all Aston Martin Vantage S benefits from its own unique sound with a new exhaust and the bypass valve on a map to escape resulting in a very nice touch and very vocal.

Bridging the gap between road car and race car, the Aston Martin V8 Vantage S is heavily influenced by the 2011 Vantage GT4 race car. The GT4 takes advantage of the Vantage’s immensely rigid bonded aluminium chassis, providing the ideal platform for a race car. Minor racing safety modifications including an FIA approved roll cage and racing ‘bag’ petrol tank along with weight saving measures are made to the standard road car to convert it into a class winning race car. In 2010, it won its class at the Dubai 24 Hours following this up with further endurance race wins at the Nürburgring 24 Hours, Silverstone 24 Hours and Spa 24 Hours. It also won its first major international championship victory in the European GT4 Cup.

Aston Martin Delivers the First One-77

Aston Martin One-77

The Aston Martin One-77 isn’t exactly breaking news, but now that the first in a run of just 77 has been delivered, it’s catapulted the already-regal brand to an entirely new level of exclusivity.
The black beauty pictured here is not only the first turned over to a private owner, but also the first non-prototype produced. Delivered to the famous Hotel de Paris in Monaco, it’s unclear who the lucky owner is; but whoever it may be currently has ultimate bragging rights in the automotive universe.
If you happened to just hit the Mega Millions, rumor is there’s still a few spots left on the extremely short list—though you’ll have to hand over an additional $240,000, for a grand total of $2.04 million. Take that, Bugatti.

Aston Martin Rapide

Aston Martin Rapide

Aston Martin Rapide

If you need any proof that a four-door supercar can actually work then look no further than the Aston Martin Rapide. Why? Well not only does its sleek silhouette pack the same amount of sex-appeal as the Vantage and DB9 but an extra two seats means that you can now pick up even more groupies when sat behind that leather steering wheel. A bona fide babe magnet, the Rapide is also the best Aston I’ve ever driven thanks to a level of intimacy you don’t seem to get in its siblings. Better than the mighty DBS? Yes.

Aston Martin V12 Vantage plus the 2010 DBR1-2 Le Mans race car

Aston Martin V12 Vantage

The One77, DBS, DB9 Rapide and V12 Vantage are some of the cars that are fitted with the V12 engine of Aston Martin make. Now the same engine is going to be installed on the 2010 DBR1-2 Le Mans Race car. The engine was launched in 2009 and since then has gained in stature with each passing year. For the US this engine made first footfall in 2010.
The engine is of 6.0 liter capacity and can deliver 510 bhp or 380 kw / 517 PS and 570 Nm in torque which converts to a respectable 420 lb ft of torque.
The DBR1-2 model is made by Aston Martin and is an LMP1 race car. The unit participated in the races throughout 2009 to 2010.
The car also won the Le Mans Series in 2009 and achieved three podium finishes in 2010. The engine therefore has gained a lot of fame when it comes to its power credentials.
There is a video clip which depicts the performance of these two famed road race cars and that too in an unusual setting.

Aston Martin Releases Three New DB9 Special Editions

New DB9 Special Editions

Aston Martin has released three Special Edition DB9 models dubbed the Carbon Black, Morning Frost and Quantum Silver. Available as either coupe or in Volante convertible bodystyles, the special edition Aston Martin DB9′s have a 470 bhp 6.0-litre V12 engine mated to a six-speed Touchtronic II automatic transmission.
Both the DB9 Carbon Black and DB9 Quantum Silver are equipped with a sports exhaust, 19 inch forged wheels finished in glossy black. Other features include black grilles, graphite tail pipes, perforated seat inners, semi-aniline leather roof lining, coarse silver stitching and real polished glass switchgear.
Meanwhile, the DB9 Morning Frost features pearlescent white paint on the outside with 19-inch 10-spoke alloy wheels in a silver finish, silver brake calipers and magnum silver grilles. As for the Morning Frost’s interior, it has metallic bronze leather on the seats and headlining and piano black trim.
Also, the special edition DB9s stand apart with a custom door sill that is etched with either “Morning Frost”, “Carbon Black” or “Quantum Silver”.
Currently on sale through the company’s global dealer network, the special edition Aston Martin DB9′s have a starting price of GBP 132,525 including VAT at the new 20 per cent rate.

Aston Martin Cygnet

Aston Martin Cygnet

This year looks like things will be different. Well, we sure didn’t see this coming. The Aston Martin Cygnet ($TBA) is a new production two-door hatchback — yes, you read that correctly — that forgoes the company’s normal combination of lengthy, powerful machines for eco-friendliness and efficiency of both space and design, with a body that measures just under ten feet long while affording all the creature comforts one expects from Aston Martin.

Aston Martin Revises Vantage GT4 for 2011

 Aston Martin Vantage GT4

Aston Martin Racing launched a new Vantage GT4 for 2011. The new car that comes with a V8 engine takes inspiration from Aston Martin’s V12 Vantage road car. The GT4 also features a remapped 4.7 liter engine offering increased levels of power and torque.

The company noted that the 2011 car is closely based on the V8 Vantage road car with key attributes being carried over. These attributes include the aluminium chassis, base engine and suspension design. For the first time, Aston Martin has also given an option to choose from a race-developed Bosch ABS and traction control system.