2011 Aston Martin Rapide Base Sedan

2011 Aston Martin Rapide Base Sedan Review

2011 Aston Martin Rapide Base Sedan is a new car issued by the manufacturer of Aston Martin 2011. This car is one of the car edition of the Aston Martin Rapide Base Sedan. This 2011 Aston Martin Rapide Base Sedan Power (SAE) : 470 hp @ 6,000 rpm; 443 ft lb of torque @ 5,000 rpm. For the Exterior dimensions : 198.0 in. overall length, 76.0 in. overall width, 54.0 in. overall height, 117.0 in. wheelbase, 63.0 in. front track, 64.0 in. rear track and 41.0 ft. curb-to-curb turning circle And Interior dimensions : 36.7 in. front headroom, 31.3 in. rear headroom, 55.5 in. front hip room, 48.9 in. rear hip room, 43.0 in. front leg room, 27.4 in. rear leg room, 54.8 in. front shoulder room and 47.2 in. rear shoulder room.

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2011 Aston Martin Rapide Base Sedan 4

2011 Aston Martin Rapide Base Sedan 5

2011 Aston Martin Rapide Base Sedan Specification

Price: $207,895
MPG: 13 - 19 mpg
Bodystyle: Sedan

Performance
Engine: 5.9L Vtwelve-cylinder DOHC and four valves per cylinder
Premium unleaded fuel
Fuel economy: EPA (08):, 13 MPG city, 19 MPG highway, 15 MPG combined and 359

mi. range
Multi-point fuel injection
23.9gallon fuel tank
Power (SAE): 470 hp @ 6,000 rpm; 443 ft lb of torque @ 5,000 rpm

Handling
ABS
Brake assist system
Ventilated four-wheel disc brakes
Electronic brake distribution
Electronic traction control (via ABS & engine management)
Immobilizer
Rear mechanical limited-slip differential
Driver selectable responsive suspensionfeatures: electronic-control
Stability control
Independent front and rear wishbone suspension with stabilizer bar and coil springs
Tire kit
Exterior
Body-color front and rear bumpers
Day time running lights
Driver and passenger and passenger power, heated ,body-color door mirrors
Exterior dimensions: 198.0 in. overall length, 76.0 in. overall width, 54.0 in. overall height,

117.0 in. wheelbase, 63.0 in. front track, 64.0 in. rear track and 41.0 ft. curb-to-curb

turning circle
Electric foldable mirrors
Headlight cleaners
Bi-Xenon headlights with projector beam lenses
Luxury trim: leather on doors and wood & leather on dashboard
Gloss paint
Rear window defroster
Weights: published curb weight (lbs): 4,299
Intermittent windshield wipers
Interior
Front 12V power outlet(s)
Dual-zone fully-automatic climate control
Diversity antenna
Anti-theft protection
Audio system with AM/FM radio, CD player (reads MP3 format) ; includes RDS , satellite radio
Cargo area cover/rear parcel shelf
Cargo capacity: 31.3 cu. ft. w/rear seat down and 13.9 cu. ft. all seats in place
Compass
Trip computer: includes average speed, average fuel economy, current fuel economy and range for remaining fuel
Cruise control
Front cup holders
Outside air temperature indicator
Floor mats
Intelligent driver front airbag, intelligent passenger front airbag with occupant switch off
Heated sports driver seat and front passenger seat: with five 10-way power ; details: memorized height, memorized lumbar and memorized tilt
Front seat belts with pre-tensioners for driver and passenger
Front seat center armrest
Headlight control
Two front and rear seats head restraints
Heated washer
Interior dimensions: 36.7 in. front headroom, 31.3 in. rear headroom, 55.5 in. front hip room, 48.9 in. rear hip room, 43.0 in. front leg room, 27.4 in. rear leg room, 54.8 in. front shoulder room and 47.2 in. rear shoulder room
Low tire pressure indicator
Memorized adjustment: includes door mirror position
Navigation system with 3D and voice
Front and rear radar parking distance sensors
Card key power locks , includes power windows and speed sensing
Vehicle speed-proportional power steering
Power windows, express driver and passenger
Front and rear reading lights
Rear fog lights
Rear seat belts for driver and passenger
Rear seat center armrest
Rear seats:
Rear view mirror
Steering wheel-mounted audio controls
Remote control trunk/hatch release
Front and rear curtain airbag
Seating: four passengers
Leather upholstery
Service interval indicator
Front side airbag
Smart card/smart key; includes central locking
Fifteen Bang & Olufsen speakers
Leather-trimmed, tilt/ telescoping steering wheel
Tachometer
Illuminated driver and passenger vanity mirror
Ventilation system with micro filter and active carbon filter
Warranty
Basic 3 year / Unlimited miles
Free Maintenance N/A
Drivetrain 3 year / Unlimited miles
Roadside 2 year / Unlimited miles
Rust 10 year / Unlimited miles

2012 Aston Martin Virage Base Coupe

2012 Aston Martin Virage Base Coupe Review

2012 Aston Martin Virage Base Coupe is a new car issued by the manufacturer of Aston Martin 2012. This car is one of the car edition of the Aston Martin Virage Base Coupe. This 2012 Aston Martin Virage Base Coupe Power (SAE) : 490 hp @ 6,500 rpm; 420 ft lb of torque @ 5,750 rpm. For the Exterior dimensions : 185.2 in. overall length, 75.0 in. overall width, 50.5 in. overall height, 107.9 in. wheelbase, 62.4 in. front track, 62.2 in. rear track and 38.1 ft. curb-to-curb turning circle And Interior dimensions : 36.7 in. front headroom, 31.1 in. rear headroom, 55.3 in. front hip room, 49.5 in. rear hip room, 42.8 in. front leg room, 24.9 in. rear leg room, 59.3 in. front shoulder room and 48.8 in. rear shoulder room.

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2012 Aston Martin Virage Base Coupe 2

2012 Aston Martin Virage Base Coupe 3

2012 Aston Martin Virage Base Coupe 4

2012 Aston Martin Virage Base Coupe 5

2012 Aston Martin Virage Base Coupe Specification

Price: $207,895
MPG: N/A
Bodystyle: Coupe

Performance
Engine: 5.9L Vtwelve-cylinder DOHC and four valves per cylinder
Premium unleaded fuel
Fuel economy: EPA (08):
Multi-point fuel injection
20.6gallon fuel tank
Power (SAE): 490 hp @ 6,500 rpm; 420 ft lb of torque @ 5,750 rpm

Handling
ABS
Brake assist system
Ceramic brakes
Ventilated four-wheel disc brakes
Electronic brake distribution
Electronic traction control
Immobilizer
Rear mechanical limited-slip differential
Driver selectable responsive suspensionfeatures: electronic-control
Stability control
Independent front and rear wishbone suspension with stabilizer bar and coil springs
Tire kit

Exterior
Body-color front and rear bumpers
Day time running lights
Driver and passenger and passenger power, heated ,body-color door mirrors
Exterior dimensions: 185.2 in. overall length, 75.0 in. overall width, 50.5 in. overall height, 107.9 in. wheelbase, 62.4 in. front track, 62.2 in. rear track and 38.1 ft. curb-to-curb turning circle
Electric foldable mirrors
Headlight cleaners
Bi-Xenon headlights with projector beam lenses
Luxury trim: alloy on shifter, alloy on doors and wood & leather on dashboard
Gloss paint
Rear window defroster
Weights: published curb weight (lbs): 3,935
Intermittent windshield wipers

Interior
Cargo area and front 12V power outlet(s)
Fully-automatic climate control
Diversity antenna
Anti-theft protection
Front ashtray
Audio system with AM/FM radio, six CDs (reads MP3 format) ; includes RDS , satellite radio
Cargo capacity: 6.5 cu. ft. all seats in place
Coming home device
Compass
Trip computer: includes average speed, average fuel economy, current fuel economy and range for remaining fuel
Cruise control
Front cup holders
Outside air temperature indicator
Floor mats
Intelligent driver front airbag, intelligent passenger front airbag with occupant switch off
Heated sports driver seat and front passenger seat: with five 10-way power ; details: memorized height, power lumbar and memorized tilt
Front seat belts with pre-tensioners for driver and passenger
Front seat center armrest
Garage door opener
Headlight control
Two front head restraints
Heated washer
Interior dimensions: 36.7 in. front headroom, 31.1 in. rear headroom, 55.3 in. front hip room, 49.5 in. rear hip room, 42.8 in. front leg room, 24.9 in. rear leg room, 59.3 in. front shoulder room and 48.8 in. rear shoulder room
Low tire pressure indicator
Memorized adjustment: includes door mirror position
Navigation system with 3D and voice
Front and rear radar parking distance sensors
Card key power locks , includes power windows and speed sensing
Vehicle speed-proportional power steering
Power windows, express driver and passenger
Front reading lights
Rear fog lights
Rear seat belts for driver and passenger
Rear seats:
Auto-dimming rear view mirror
Remote control trunk/hatch release
Seating: four passengers
Leather upholstery
Service interval indicator
Front side airbag
Smart card/smart key; includes central locking ; includes ignition starter
Five speakers
Leather-trimmed, tilt/ telescoping steering wheel
Tachometer
Driver and passenger vanity mirror
Ventilation system with micro filter and active carbon filter

Warranty
Basic 3 year / Unlimited miles
Free Maintenance N/A
Drivetrain 3 year / Unlimited miles
Roadside 2 year / Unlimited miles
Rust 10 year / Unlimited miles

Man Amasses Ridiculously Awesome Gulf Oil-Liveried Racing Car Collection

The ROFGO Gulf Collection by Duncan Hamilton is one man's dream of assembling the largest assortment of racing cars ever to compete in the legendary colors of Gulf Oil. The collection comprises 14 of the most prominent Gulf Oil-liveried competition cars and has been created by Duncan Hamilton & Co.’s Chairman, Adrian Hamilton, for an unnamed but obviously passionate and extremely wealthy client.

All 14 cars were tracked down and acquired in just two years. The collection includes a variety of models ranging in age from the 1967 Mirage, which was the first Gulf-liveried car to run at Le Mans, to the 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo that competed in the GT2 Championship.

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VIDEO: New Aston Martin Rapide Promo Films [Part 3]

Aston Martin has released the third and final part of its promotional trilogy “True Power Should Be Shared” starring the Rapide four-door coupe. There's less action in this film as our heroes drive towards their destination, wondering what they are transporting. Well, it turns out to be some kind of a time machine, which saves them from being killed in an ambush and returns them to Lisbon, where everything started. Not what we expected, but at least the Rapide didn’t get blown up. Hit the jump to watch the video. Read more »

Aston Martin Launches New V8 Vantage S with 430HP and 7-Speed Transmission

Aston Martin has announced a new addition to its Vantage family in the form of the more driver-focused V8 Vantage S, which is available in both coupe and roadster body styles. The new S models borrow certain styling cues from the V12 Vantage and also come with increased power, a new transmission and a tweaked chassis.

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VIDEO: New Aston Martin Rapide Promo Films [Part 2]

As promised, Aston Martin released the second part of a new promotional series of films featuring the Rapide sports saloon. Called “True Power Should Be Shared”, it’s a more of an action-packed sequel, showing longer driving scenes and a spectacular fight sequence, as the story gets more substance. Still, this is no James Bond movie, although seeing and hearing the British four-door coupe kind of makes up for the lack of originality. Video available after the jump.

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Aston Martin Launches Cygnet with Two Special Editions, Priced from $49,600 / €36,700

To celebrate the start of production of its new Toyota iQ-based Cygnet city car, Aston Martin has announced two special launch edition models called White and Black.

Set to go on sale in April, both are offered with the iQ's 1.33-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine producing 98HP, matched to either standard 6-speed manual gearbox or optional CVT automated transmission, and each will be produced for a strictly limited run.

The British automaker says the Cygnet with the manual gearbox completes the 0-62mph (100km/h) sprint in 11.6 seconds while returning an estimated combined fuel economy of 56.5 mpg UK, equal to 47 mpg US and 5.0 lt/100km.

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VIDEO: New Aston Martin Rapide Promo Films [Part 1]

As part of its first foray into the digital campaign medium, Aston Martin will release three new promotional videos, featuring the breathtaking Rapide four-door coupe. Filmed in Lisbon, Portugal, the video follows a group of “agents” commissioned by a mysterious person to deliver a precious package, without opening it. A very Ronin-ish plot, we know.

The introductory part is available after the jump, while the second and third clips will follow on January 19 and 26, respectively.

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Aston Martin Adds Three New Special Edition Models to DB9 Line-Up

A new trio of new DB9 offerings are joining the Aston Martin line-up, in what can only be described as a tailor-fit sports car bonanza. The three models are named “Carbon Black”, “Quantum Silver” and “Morning Frost”, and can be had in coupe or convertible flavor.

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Mercedes and Aston Martin Working Together to Save Maybach?

Mercedes-Benz finally appears to be getting its head straight in regards to the laughable Maybach brand. The Financial Times indicates that Mercedes is courting Aston Martin to help bring the Maybach name back from the brink; the plan is to allow the British automaker to both design and manufacture Benz's Bentley competitor.

All these murmurings involve a lot of back-and-forth; in this case, Aston would do Mercedes's Maybach work, while Mercedes could provide powertrain tech to the British marque (think smaller displacement engines). Apparently outsourcing the next Maybach's assembly and coachwork to Aston could be cheaper than if Mercedes did it on its own.

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VIDEO: Aston Martin V12 Vantage Meets Gulf DBR1-2 Racer

Aston Martin has released a new video to promote the connection between its road cars and racing models, and in particular, the firm's 6.0 liter V12 engines that sits at the heart of the One-77, DBS, DB9, Rapide and V12 Vantage but also the 2010 DBR1-2 Le Mans race car. The new footage shows the 517-horsepower V12 Vantage riding along Aston Martin's DBR1-2 LMP1 race car which competed throughout 2009 and 2010 having won the Le Mans Series in 2009 while taking three podiums in 2010. Watch the video after the break.

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Aston Martin Launches New Apple App, Includes Virtual Accelerometer and More

It seems like every automaker is jumping on the Apple App-wagon these days and Aston Martin is no exception. The British firm today announced the availability of its new iPhone and iPod Touch app, the Aston Martin Explore, which comes with a variety of goodies including an acoustically accurate accelerometer and real life content, such as sounds from the entire current model line-up being driven to extreme on the track. Read more »

Aston Martin's Low-iQ Cygnet Caught on the Streets of Düsseldorf

If we had to give a prize for the most ridiculous new car of 2010, it would go hands down to Aston Martin's Cygnet luxury mini. The British firm's pint-size model is nothing more than a Toyota iQ (Scion iQ in North America) decorated with fancy-pansy wraps - something like those silly replicas we show you from time to time with an even sillier price tag.

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Silverstone Puts You Behind the Wheel of a Lamborghini from as Low as US$95 [with Videos]

Suppose you are cash strapped motoring enthusiast living in Northampton, England. You live in a council flat and own a third-hand Ford Sierra RS Cosworth. You’re earning a steady if unimpressive income of £180 (US$284) a week, of which you manage to squirrel away a small amount into your savings.

From this, you deduce that your chances of getting behind a £149,000+ (US$235,450) Lamborghini Gallardo are about as good as bedding Natalie Portman. What is a poor boy to do?

Well, I have good news my (imaginary) friend! Silverstone Circuit, home of the British Grand Prix, is now offering a £99 (US$156 or €133) Supercar Thrill package that lets you take the wheel of a Lamborghini, Aston Martin, Ferrari or Lotus for a few hot laps around the famous circuit. There's also a limited offer on a Lamborghini Thrill package for December 19 only with a discount that brings the price down to £60 or US$95 / €80.

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Aston Martin Announces New Vantage GT4 Racer for 2011

It's only been a year since Aston Martin launched its Vantage GT4 racing car, but the British maker has already prepared an updated model for the 2011 season. The revised Vantage GT4 is said to be inspired from the firm's V12 Vantage road car, giving it enhanced aerodynamics and increased downforce, while it also features a number of other improvements.

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Aston Martin Quietly Unwraps Rapide Luxe Special Edition

What's better than a sleek Aston Martin Rapide? No, not some German competitor, but the Rapide Luxe, a special edition version of the British sports saloon that quietly appeared on the automaker's official website.

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Aston Martin Cygnet makes its global debut... in Harrods window

Ah, Harrods. Not only is it the swankiest and largest department store in the world, but starting from today and running through December 11, it will also be home to Aston Martin's new luxury city car, the Cygnet. The British firm's polished up Toyota iQ is making its global debut at the renowned shopping center in London occupying a prominent position in the store's Brompton Road window display.

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VIDEO: Aston Martin Releases V8 Vantage N420 Promo

The N420 (see here) is another motorsport-inspired V8 Vantage. It's a successor to the 2007 N400 and it has been created to celebrate Aston Martin's achievements in the Nürburgring 24-hour race. Now, the British maker has released the first promotional video featuring its latest special edition sports car.

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No Mr. Bond, I expect you to buy: 007’s DB5 fetches US$4.6 Million at auction

Well, it's done. The world's most famous Aston Martin was sold last week for a whopping £2,912,000 (US$4,608,500) by RM Auctions of London. The price includes a £30,000 tailored suit by Gieves & Hawkes of Savile Row (who dressed Sean Connery from Dr No to Diamonds are Forever) and a 7 night stay for 10 guests at Ian Fleming's former estate in Jamaica, valued at £40,000.

The new owner is an American business man by the name of Harry Yeaggy, who plans to put the car on public display in Ohio. Don't feel too sorry for the Aston's seller and only other ex-factory owner, Philadelphia radio broadcaster Jerry Lee, though. He's got a good return on his original investment of $12,000 in 1969 (equal to around US$71,400 in today's money, according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics), all of which will be going to his self-named charity.

The 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should need no introduction. It was driven by Sean Connery's James Bond in Goldfinger and Thunderball and is probably one of the most iconic cars to ever grace the silver screen. This particular example comes with the trademark Silver Birch exterior and dark grey (not black) interior trim and a 282 bhp (210 kw) 4.0 L inline six mated to a 5sp manual transmission.

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VIDEO: Aston Martin One-77 hits the Nürburgring

A while back, Dr. Ulrich Bez, CEO of Aston Martin, said that "the One-77 is approaching a production reality and… the next steps are all about details and refinement to complete the composition."

Well, it seems that engineers and test drivers are indeed refining this 750-horsepower beast these days, as a prototype model has been caught on video while frantically lapping the Nürburgring race track.

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