Factbites
 Where results make sense
About us   |   Why use us?   |   Reviews   |   PR   |   Contact us  

Topic: Aston Martin V8 Vantage


Related Topics

In the News (Thu 31 Dec 09)

  
  Aston Martin - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Aston Martin Lagonda Ltd. is a manufacturer of luxury automobiles.
Aston Martin was founded in 1914 by Lionel Martin and Robert Bamford.
The 1929 Aston Martin International was another successful racer and was followed by the Le Mans and the Ulster.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Aston_Martin   (1149 words)

  
 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
Deliveries of the V8 Vantage to customers in the UK and Europe will begin in late summer and in North America and the rest of the world by the end of the year.
The V8 Vantage has endured the most extensive test and development programme in the Company’s 91 year history during which 78 Prototypes were vigorously tested more than 1½ million miles.
Aston Martin’s engineers have worked with Ford Research and Nottingham University to develop RTM (Resin Transfer Moulding) composite panels, using unique processes and materials, resulting in composite panels and extremely high surface finish.
www.seriouswheels.com /top-2006-Aston-Martin-V8-Vantage.htm   (1484 words)

  
 Aston Martin Picture Gallery - Aston Martin V8 Vantage - series 2
Mechanically the Oscar India V8 Vantage (V540 OI) remained the same as the earlier series 1 (V540) cars although the interior was more luxurious with leather replacing the vinyl on the dash.
Wood veneers for the dash and door capping, standard on the V8 saloon, became an option on the Vantage although it was thought at the time that the shiny surface would distract the serious driver.
Further revisions were made to the Vantage in 1980 although these were purely mechanical and the from the exterior, the car remained unchanged.
www.astonmartins.com /v8/v8vans2.htm   (472 words)

  
 Aston Martins.com - Aston Martin V8 Vantage Volante
The V8 Vantage Volante matched the short chassis Volante with either the 550 or 600 bhp twin supercharged engine from the Vantage.
Whilst eight were built on the short chassis, a single V8 Vantage Volante was built on the longer V8 Volante chassis.
It was being displayed with a 'set' of six different Astons from a 7 litre V8 Vantage to a Vanquish - each finished in silver together with a light beige leather piped in light grey.
www.beanoboys.com /virage/v8_van_vol.htm   (473 words)

  
 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage Sneak Preview - Automobile Magazine
Aston engineers get very exercised when you mention that the Vantage's engine is essentially the same as Jaguar's DOHC 4.2-liter V-8 and swiftly retort that the cam covers are the only components the two engines share.
Aston Martin had come to the only place on earth that offers a more reliable source of car-busting heat than Death Valley.
While the V8 Vantage may be 65 hp down on a DB9, it weighs 3308 pounds, or 500 pounds less.
www.automobilemag.com /2006_sneak_preview/0503_sp_aston_v8   (656 words)

  
 Aston Martin V8 Vantage - RSportsCars.com
Aston Martin unveiled the production version of its eagerly awaited V8 Vantage at the 2005 Geneva International Motor Show.
The V8 Vantage has endured the most extensive test and development programme in the Company’s 91 year history during which 78 Prototypes were vigorously tested more than 11 million miles.
The layout of the powertrain adopts a transaxle configuration, whereby the front mid-mounted engine is connected to the transmission – at the rear of the car – via a cast aluminium torque tube and carbon fibre prop-shaft.
www.rsportscars.com /eng/cars/aston_v8_vantage.asp   (680 words)

  
 Aston Martin Picture Gallery - Aston Martin Vantage
A whole four years was to pass between the introduction of the Virage and the high performance Vantage.
Later variants were badged V8 Vantage which is even more confusing as then should not be confused with the 'real' V8 Vantage built between 1977 and 1989.
This photograph on the right, was taken soon after my first glimpse of the Vantage on the Aston Martin stand at the Birmingham Motor Show in 1992.
www.astonmartins.com /virage/vantage.htm   (548 words)

  
 Aston Martin: Aston Martin V8 Vantage   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
First shown as a concept car at the 2003 North Americam international motor show in Detroit, the V8 Vantage immediately caused a worldwide sensation as it allows Aston Martin to enter a new section of the premium sports car market with a genuine alternative to other cars that are currently on offer.
Deliveries of the V8 Vantage are expected to begin in europe in late summer and in North America and the rest of the world by the rest of the year.
The V8 Vantage is a true Aston Martin, which has been built with the same passion and high integrity as all of their cars.
www.femalefirst.co.uk /motoring/2292004.htm   (368 words)

  
 Gear: Machine: Aston Martin V8 Vantage LeMans
The regular Vantage, one not named after a famous race, scored 7th in the Machine Top 10 of the fastest cars produced in 2000.
Like a traditional Aston Martin, this was a car that didn't pay more attention to the surroundings than a British aristocrat would pay to a fly in his Chardonnay.
The V8 Vantage LeMans was a highly sophisticated, highly luxurious grand tourer that just pushed on, utilizing the immense power stored under the bonnet, to go on and on.
gear.ign.com /articles/324/324413p1.html   (599 words)

  
 Tuning Domain Forums - Official: Aston Martin V8 Vantage   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
Aston Martin has built no less than 78 prototypes doing in total 2,4 miljoen kilometers.
The V8 Vantage is based on the Vertical Horizontal-architecture, but is a totally new sports car.
Aston Martin hopes to produce and sell 5000 of the new baby sports car (including the Volante, which is more than the total production of the Most successful Aston Martin DB7 ever...
www.tuningdomain.com /forum/showthread.php?p=82   (295 words)

  
 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage - Automobile Magazine
Aston claims 0-to-60-mph acceleration in 4.9 seconds and a top speed of 175 mph.
For now, there's a six-speed manual transmission, but Aston boss Ulrich Bez says that a paddleshift sequential manual is in the works, "but not in the next twelve months." The car has all around control arm suspension, giant ventilated disc brakes with four-piston monoblock calipers, and standard eighteen-inch wheels and tires, with optional nineteens.
We knew on the evidence of the previous concept car that the Vantage would look gorgeous, but the interior is also a treat, with aluminum accents, hand-stitched leather, and optional wood trim in walnut, mahogany, bamboo, and piano fl.
automobilemag.com /auto_shows/2005_geneva/0503_aston_martin_v8_vantage   (344 words)

  
 VWvortex Forums: Aston Martin V8 Vantage @ Geneva   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
Aston Martin's intended rival to the likes of the Porsche 911, it will be more accessible than either the new DB9 or Vanquish S, though of course, these things are relative.
Aston CEO Dr Ulrich Bez, unveiling the car today, said that "the V8 Vantage is a significant car for us.
AM says that the V8 Vantage has undergone "the most extensive test and development programme in the company's 91-year history", with 78 prototypes doing over 1.5 million miles; hot-weather testing was done in Dubai, cold-weather testing up in the Arctic Circle in Sweden and track testing at Nardo and the Nurburgring.
forums.vwvortex.com /zerothread?id=1858709   (1476 words)

  
 AutoWeek - The Auto Enthusiast's Online Resource
In styling terms, the V8 Vantage is very similar to the Henrik Fisker-penned concept car that claimed AutoWeek editors’ Most Fun award at the 2003 North American International Auto Show in Detroit.
The first factory Aston Martin race car since 1989, which is being developed by Prodrive in the U.K., is proving a hit with customers: Nine DBR9 GT1 racers have been sold so far.
Aston Martin Racing, the name under which Prodrive is managing the project, has not revealed the first buyers.
www.autoweek.com /article.cms?articleId=100479   (781 words)

  
 Aston Martin V8 Vantage - Motorbase
Despite only just surviving the disastrous Virage period and the recession of the early 1990's Aston Martin came bouncing back in 1993 with an all new V8 model, the V8 Vantage.
Underneath the V8 Vantage bonnet sat a mighty 5.3 litre V8 engine complete with twin Eaton superchargers which developed a staggering 550bhp (the standard Virage had 350bhp!) As standard the Vantage came with a 6 speed manual gearbox, although the Works Service division offered an automatic conversion as an option.
These special V8 Le Mans Vantage's were built at Newport Pagnell during 1999/2000 and were the last of a breed that had lasted some 30 years.
www.motorbase.com /vehicle/by-id/407566708   (269 words)

  
 Aston Martin V8 Vantage @ Geneva Motor Show 2005 (CarzUnlimited)
According to Aston boss Ullrich Bez, and there’s no reason to doubt him, this all-new V8 Vantage is also the most important car in Aston Martin history.
It is powered by a thoroughbred 4.3-litre 380bhp Aston V8, built like all Aston’s engines in Cologne, but the car couldn’t be anything but English.
It promises a top speed of 175mph and 0-60mph in 4.9 seconds, and Bez promises that where the DB9 is a Grand Tourer and the Vanquish a supercar, the V8 Vantage is a sports car in the finest sense.
www.carzunlimited.com /article_00003.html   (315 words)

  
 Aston martin, aston martin uk, 2004 aston martin   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
The future of Aston Martin is epitomised by the all-new DB9, a 2 sports car that sets new standards in its class...
This an Aston Martin DB4 GT that was actively raced by Nick Candee.
Aston Martin fut créé en 1914 avec beaucoup d'amour et de passion par Lionel...
autoloanclub.com /aston-martin.html   (1327 words)

  
 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
The Aston V8 Vantage finally made its world debut, and for Geneva the boys from Newport Pagnell painted that baby bright yellow.
The baby Aston is based on the DB9, with a shorter wheelbase and a 380 hp 4.3-liter V8 instead of the 9's V12.
The V8, based on the Jag V8, is good for sub 5 second zero to 60 times and a 170 mph top speed.
cars.i3log.com /674   (125 words)

  
 Aston Martin V8 Vantage X Pack   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
The Aston Martin factory serviced the car Oct '93 at 47892 miles.
A further £1600 was spent at RS Williams Ltd on 26/03/02 at 67650 miles.
Aston Main Dealers Reg Vardy Plc undertook a full service on 17/2/04 and a subsequent full condition report for a client all of which are in the car's history file.
www.gmes.co.uk /GMES_Aston_Martin_Cherry_Vantage.htm   (360 words)

  
 James Bond 007 :: MI6 - The Home Of James Bond
We would like to categorically state that all technical design and styling inputs for the car came from Aston Martin in UK, with our scope limited to building the prototype only.
The car was designed by Aston Martin's design team led by Henrik Fisker and engineered by Aston Martin.
This release is being made to clear the ambiguity in some coverage where the credit for designing the car has been given to DC Design.
mi6.co.uk /sections/articles/bond_21_amv8_design.php3?t=bond21&s=bond21   (333 words)

  
 PR Newswire: ASTON MARTIN V8 VANTAGE LE MANS PULLS THE CROWDS.@ HighBeam Research   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
ASTON MARTIN V8 VANTAGE LE MANS PULLS THE CROWDS.
Despite a relatively small offering the Aston Martin stand has generated a large amount of interest at the British International Motor Show with fans lining up four deep at times just to get a glimpse of the special edition V8 Vantage Le Mans.
Making its final appearance the twin supercharged 600 horsepower V8 Vantage Le Mans, with a price tag of #190,000 is just one of 40 models built to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Aston Martin's victory at Le Mans.
www.highbeam.com /library/doc0.asp?docid=1G1:66294071&refid=ink_tptd_np   (177 words)

  
 CarSpyShots.net Forums: Aston Martin V8 Vantage
All alloy quad overhead camshaft 32 valve, 4.3 litre V8.
Syracuse NY i know we all knew mostly everything about this before the debut, but plain and simple, this is my new favorite car.
Aston have never had the volume of Porsche, but given a choice...I know what I'd rather have/own/drive.
www.carspyshots.net /zerothread?id=14145   (737 words)

  
 GTP Forums - New Aston Martin V8 Vantage
My opinion is that the Vantage won't beat the 911 for handling but will beat in in many other areas (looks, build quality).
You know the guy thats developing the handling of the new Aston used to do the asme for Porsche so I wouldn't be suprised if the handling is right up there, the DB9's is great.
I would class the Aston Martin DB9 as the most sexy Aston Martin of all time with the Aston Martin DB7 in 2nd.
www.gtplanet.net /forum/showthread.php?t=54910   (856 words)

  
 Aston Martin V8 Vantage : Read reviews and compare prices at Ciao.co.uk
Record Rent a Car is present in the main spanish airports and has a very wide fleet.
the aston martin vantage is the greatest car in the world.the fastest,luxurous,wom en pulling machine you can get.i personnally do not have one but my uncle has one and he can't stop going on about it.
Aston Vantage, Aston Martin Vantage, Aston V8 Vantage, Aston Martin V8 Vantage, Aston V 8 Vantage, Aston Martin V 8 Vantage
www.ciao.co.uk /Aston_Martin_V8_Vantage__78206   (230 words)

  
 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
Drive the radio controlled Aston Martin V8 Vantage, re-produced here in 1/16 scale.
The actual Aston Martin V8 Vantage has a cubic capacity of 4.3 litres, can deliver 380 hp and has a top speed of 175 mph.
This is an attractive radio controlled model of the Aston Martin V8 Vantage with lots of fine detail such as the lights, wheels and cabin.
otherlandtoys.co.uk /product442/product_info.html?...&first_non=true   (288 words)

  
 Aston Martin - The Cars - V8 Vantage   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
Aston Martin - The Cars - V8 Vantage
The V8 Vantage is a hand-crafted sports car that offers electrifying performance and outstanding agility.
The most affordable of all Aston Martins, it fuses traditional Aston Martin style and everyday usability.
www.astonmartin.com /thecars/v8vantage   (48 words)

  
 eBay - aston martin v8 ..., Diecast Toy Vehicles, Parts Accessories items on eBay.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
Hotwheels 1:18 New Aston Martin V8 Vantage NEW !!!
Aston Martin : Volante Aston Martin V8 Volante 1982 Black 
ASTON MARTIN DB4GT DB2 DB3 DB5 DB6 DBS V8 GIRLING BRAKE 
search-desc.ebay.com /search/search.dll?query=aston+martin+v8+...&krd=1   (454 words)

  
 Studebaker Avanti - Ultimatecarpage.com - Images, Specifications and Information   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
The body was completely constructed from fiberglass and the passengers were protected by an iron in case of a roll.
Customers had the choice of two variants of the Studebaker V8 engine, the normally aspirated R1 and the R2 fitted with a Paxton supercharger.
The Avanti was the first American car to feature disc brakes all round.
www.ultimatecarpage.com /frame.php?file=car.php&carnum=19   (187 words)

  
 Aston Martin V8 Vantage   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
1984 ASTON MARTIN V-8 VANTAGE, one of only five built with a 5-speed transmission.
One owner with all service records from new, including original build sheet.
Delivered new form Newport Imports, the car is like new throughout.
www.finesportscar.com /Vantage.html   (37 words)

  
 Aston Martin Db7 :: Automobile Web Directory   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
History After more than twenty years in production the classic Aston Martin V8 was clearly coming up for retirement.
Read about aston martin db7 in the free online encyclopedia and dictionary.
MonsterMarketplace shopping directory has aston martin db7 and everything else you re looking for at one secure online location.
www.auto.tiv.net /aston-martin-db7.html   (427 words)

  
 Definition of Zagato
The body features the Zagato "double bubble" design and an innovative door des...
1:...1963 only 19 pices of the [[Aston Martin]] DB4 GT Zagato were produced, make it an really rare car.
27:...ade late in the DB7's production run: DB7 Vantage Zagato and the United States only DB AR1 [[roadster]].
www.wordiq.com /search/Zagato.html   (300 words)

Try your search on: Qwika (all wikis)

Factbites
  About us   |   Why use us?   |   Reviews   |   Press   |   Contact us  
Copyright © 2005-2007 www.factbites.com Usage implies agreement with terms.