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2015 Aston Martin V12 Vantage S Coupe is for sale

In 2005, Aston Martin presented its most successful model in history, the Aston Martin V8 Vantage, and in 2009, the Aston Martin V12 Vantage S version was presented. It was produced until 2018, and 1,199 cars left the assembly line. One of them, the 2015 Aston Martin V12 Vantage S Coupe, is up for sale.

Vantage S Coupe is powered by a 5.9-liter V12 engine with 565 hp (421 kW) and 457 lb-ft (620 Nm) of torque. Power is transmitted to the rear wheels via a seven-speed Sportshift III automated transaxle with a limited-slip differential. It reaches 62 mph (100 km/h) in 3.9 seconds with a top speed of 205 mph (330 km/h). It’s mounted on a set of 19″ split-spoke wheels wrapped in Pirelli P Zero tires.

This car is finished in Snow White (AST5117H), has been properly maintained and is in good condition with just 13,900 miles on the odometer. It is equipped with a carbon-fiber package that includes a front splitter, grille surround, hood and fender vents, mirror caps and rear diffuser, parking sensors, carbon-ceramic disc brakes, tinted windows, a rear spoiler, and dual exhaust outlets.

Inside, the sports seats are upholstered in Obsidian Black leather, which also covers the door panels and dashboard. The steering wheel is also wrapped in black leather. Additional equipment includes seat memory settings, automatic climate control, a rearview camera, a pop-up infotainment screen, navigation, and a CD stereo.

The car has a clean Carfax report that shows no accidents or other damage.

The auction ends on December 12th and the current highest bid is $45,500 USD.

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Motorcycles

2023 AMB 001 Pro Superbike

After presenting the AMB 001 superbike three years ago, the collaboration between Aston Martin and Brough Superior continued and this time the result is the AMB 001 Pro. It brings improved aerodynamics and more power.

The superbike retained the aggressive look of its predecessor, but received more pronounced aerodynamic components such as a new front spoiler, side wings and rear fin. The result is an increase in downforce and better airflow. It is painted in Verdant Jade color with Photon Lime details. This is the only offer for the AMB 001 Pro which carries Aston Martin’s ultra-lightweight label originally designed for the Valkyrie, which is 99.4 percent lighter than standard.

It is powered by a 997 ccm 2-cylinder engine with 225 hp (165 kW), which is 25 percent more power than its predecessor with 180 hp (132 kW). It has a dry weight of 175 kg and a power-to-weight ratio of 1.28 hp/kg.

The motorcycle was designed by Aston Martin and was inspired by the Valkyrie AMR Pro. It will be manufactured at Brough Superior’s facility in Toulouse, France. Only 88 units will be produced, unlike its predecessor which was produced in 120 units. Companies are already placing orders for the motorcycle, while the first deliveries are expected in the fourth quarter of 2023.

Source: Aston Martin

News

2022 Aston Martin DBR22

The beginning of the 50s was not successful for Aston Martin when it comes to racing, so in 1953 the company decided to produce a new model of a racing car, the DB3S, which was somewhat more successful. In his honor, the British manufacturer of luxury sports cars presented the Aston Martin DBR22 Concept.

The car is lighter, thanks to the carbon fiber body, but also designed to look much more muscular. Carbon parts such as the new radiator grille with a horizontal slat that runs the entire length of the grille and with two smaller vertical slats on either side were used in the construction, as well as on the DB3S model on which it is based. There are also side vents positioned behind the front wheels, side sills and front lip.

“Where could we go with the surfaces, proportion and form. Combining this approach with advanced process, technology, and materials, we’ve effectively modernized our racing bloodline and created a new pedigree. DBR22 is a hot-blooded, purebred Aston Martin sports a car full of speed, agility and spirit, and a machine that we think will be the basis of many of tomorrow’s icons,” said Marek Reichman, Aston Martin Chief Creative Officer.

When it comes to the powertrain, under the hood is a 5.2-liter twin-turbo V12 engine with 705 hp (518 kW) and 555 lb-ft (753 Nm) of torque. Power is transmitted to the rear wheels via an 8-speed automatic transmission. It reaches 62 mph in 3.5 seconds with a top speed of 198 mph (319 km/h). It also has a torque-shaping system to optimize power delivery to the road. It is mounted on a set of lightweight 21-inch wheels.

In the development of the DBR22, Aston Martin used advanced technology and materials, such as aluminum, which significantly reduced weight without negatively affecting stiffness. Also, thanks to a series of technological solutions, from the thin side mirrors to the perforated plate under the lights that allows hot air to flow to the back of the car, and in combination with the diffuser, additional downforce was created and thus greater stability of this super powerful car. Some parts are made using a 3D printer.

Source: Aston Martin