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Saturday, April 11, 2009

Aston Martin One-77

Aston Martin unveiled a scale model of the new One-77 at the Geneva Motor Show today. The technical showcase was on display alongside Chassis no.1 in an effort to show off Aston Martin's engineering and design expertise. "We wanted to create something that wows you as much when you see what's under the skin as the exterior styling itself," Chris Porritt, One-77 program manager said.

The highly-anticipated One-77 is claimed to be the definitive sports car, epitomizing the technology and hand-craftsmanship synonymous with the British marque. Though the full-scale model was an exterior only, pointing to the design of the forthcoming limited-edition vehicle, its interior rem ained unfinished. Aston says the body of the final car will be adorned with hand-rolled aluminum panels and the cabin will be finished using exotic materials.

Read more about the new One-77 in our 2009 Geneva Motor Show Highlights

Friday, January 2, 2009

Aston Martin Rapide

These are the first images of the production version of the forthcoming Aston Martin Rapide, leaked months ahead of its anticipated debut at the Geneva Motor Show in March. The Rapide, set to join the ranks of imminent and illustrious sport sedans like the Lamborghini Estoque and Porsche Panamera, retains the design attributes of its concept precursor and adds additional details that will begin to trickle down to other models in the range.

The concept's proportions and dynamic attributes are exemplified in its characteristic Aston aesthetic: two-piece grille and stretched headlamp units with integrated LED strips. But the most unique attributes of the production design is the addition of a bold bone line, stretching from the front fender air vent through to the rear door, and the sweeping glass roof panel. At the rear, the production example is also instantly recognized by its bold and purposeful haunches, familiar taillamp design and integrated decklid spoiler.

Like the exterior, the interio

r is also expected to retain much of the concept's design details, which appeared very near production when we saw the vehicle at the Detroit Auto Show in January 2006. Speculation surrounding the new car's powerplant exposes further similarities to the concept car, which sourced power from a 6.0-liter V12 engine. It is expected to create 500bhp and 420 lb-ft of torque.
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