Posts Tagged ‘Aston Martin’

  • Aston Martin Cygnet Will Go Into Production
    Aston Martin has officially said that they will indeed launch the Cygnet in 2011. The Cygnet is a Toyota iQ-based minicar which will offer help to lower Aston’s overall fuel-figures to stay ahead of tough emission standards set by governments. The Cygnet will use a 1.33-litre petrol engine with 72kW of power and 123Nm of torque. Aston Martin CEO Dr Ulrich...
    by Dean at October 13th, 2010 at 01:10 am
  • Aston Martin Vantage N420 Roadster — First Images & Details
    Aston Martin has announced their Vantage N420 Roadster, a model which follows in the footsteps of the Coupe which was released earlier this year. The Aston Martin Vantage N420 Roadster will boast a 4.7-litre engine with 313kW (420-horsepower), where the 0-100km/h time will be 4.5 seconds. There’s a reduced weight of 27-kilograms, and a new Sports Pack which includes...
    by Dean at September 29th, 2010 at 10:09 pm
  • Aston Martin One-77 Engine Specifications Confirmed [Video]
    Aston Martin has announced the final engine specifications for the special edition One-77 supercar. It was said that the One-77 will boast a 7.3-litre V12 with 559kW of power and 750Nm of torque. And despite having performance figures, Aston neglected to reveal performance figures such as the 0-100km/h time and top speed. From the name you’ll notice that it’s...
    by Dean at September 23rd, 2010 at 12:09 pm
  • Aston Martin Super Sport — 7.5Million Euros, 597kW Of Power
    It has been reported that a coachbuilder is planning to create a limited edition Aston Martin Super Sport. The details are limited, however it was said that the Super Sport will be built in connection with Star Electric Cars France — the company which makes Cadillac/Hummer/Bentley-like golf-carts. The Aston Martin Super Sport will boast carbon fibre body panels,...
    by Dean at August 19th, 2010 at 01:08 am
  • Special Edition Aston Martin V8 Vantage N420
    Aston Martin has released a special edition for the United Kingdom market. The new model dubbed the N420 will enhance the V8 Vantage with a new sport exhaust system, a lowered weight and new body parts. Starting with the body, Aston used carbon fibre for the diffuser, side strakes, splitter and seats. Overall an amount of 27-kilograms has been cut from the V8 Coupe. Other...
    by Dean at July 8th, 2010 at 12:07 am
  • Details On The 2011 Aston Martin DB9 Facelift
    Aston Martin has released the first bit of information on their 2011 DB9 facelift. There are only subtle changes which include new parts for the interior and exterior as the engine has not been modified at all. Aston added a new front bumper, a bright finish grille, a revised lower air intake, new headlights, restyled side sills, silver brake calipers and 20-inch wheels....
    by Dean at June 29th, 2010 at 11:06 am
  • Edo Competition: Aston Martin DB9 To DBS Conversion
    A 2005 Aston Martin DB9 owner recently asked Edo Competition to turn his DB9 into a DBS. The Edo team worked for half a year where they created upgrades for more power, along with interior and exterior changes. Edo Competition added a high-performance exhaust system with 70mm butterfly valves, stainless steel pipes and chrome exhaust tips. There will be an overall power...
    by Dean at June 23rd, 2010 at 01:06 pm
  • Aston Martin DB9 And Vantage Upgrades For 2013-2014
    Aston Martin will revamp their DB9 and Vantage for 2013/2014. The facelift models will have the same dimensions, however they will boast a few cosmetic and fuel efficiency changes. “We’re not going to start from scratch again when we already have experience with excellent cutting-edge technology,” said an Aston source. There will be new body...
    by Dean at June 11th, 2010 at 12:06 pm
  • Promo Clip: The Aston Martin V12 Vantage
    Earlier this month Aston Martin released the US pricing for the V12 Vantage. Following this, to promote their V12 Vantage, the automaker has revealed a promotional video.
    by Dean at June 7th, 2010 at 01:06 pm
  • Pricing For The US Bound 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage
    Pricing for the United States bound Aston Martin V12 Vantage will start at $179,995. The price figure quoted includes $3,000 gas-guzzler tax, as well as a $1,350 deliver cost. The V12 Vantage will boast 380kW of power with 570Nm of torque. You should note that there’s a limited production run of only 1,000 units for the global market. Acceleration figures stand at...
    by Dean at June 3rd, 2010 at 01:06 pm
  • Tree Loves Aston Martin Rapide.. A Bit Too Much
      Natural elements can help with camouflage, it seems. A hailstorm knocked a tree onto the Aston Martin Rapide and Bentley Continental Super Sport at the latest Midwestern Automotive Media Association event. [via:jalopnik]
    by Dean at May 27th, 2010 at 11:05 am
  • Spy Shots: The Aston Martin DBS/DB9 On The ‘Ring
    Spies caught the Aston Martin DBS, or DB9, running around the Nurburgring. Spies are unsure about which model is currently being tested as Aston has used parts from both models — to confuse on-lookers. While we’re not too sure about what this might be, we can speculate that it will be revealed in Paris, for the show. ...
    by Dean at May 19th, 2010 at 09:05 pm
  • Aston Martin’s V12 Vantage Will Grace The North & South American Market By Year End
    Aston Martin has decided that they will introduce their V12 Vantage Special into the North and South American markets. Pricing on the Aston’s range is still being decided, however we do know that deliveries will take place during the fourth quarter of the year. Following the V12 Vantage, Aston will also offer the Carbon Black special edition.
    by Dean at May 12th, 2010 at 02:05 pm
  • Cargraphic Modifies A Few Bits And Pieces On The Aston Martin Rapide
    Cargraphic has released a few sketches which hint at possible tuning options for the Aston Martin Rapide. Despite the lack of front photo’s, the tuner did hint that there will be a spoiler for the front, new side mirrors and a rear diffuser. There will be a set of 21-inch GT-R light alloy wheels. You’ll be able to enhance this option with 20 or 22-inch wheels...
    by Dean at April 27th, 2010 at 11:04 pm
  • Aston Martin’s Rapide Will Race In A 24-Hour Nurburgring Race
    Aston Martin has unwrapped their race version of the Rapide sports saloon which is destined to race in the 24-hours of Nurburgring which runs on the 15th and 16th of May, 2010. The British firm has said that the Rapide racer will be very similar to the production model, where changes include better safety and less interior trim. There will be a retuned suspension and a...
    by Dean at April 6th, 2010 at 10:04 pm