Tuesday, June 29, 2010

Abu Dhabi Motors� Bespoke Rolls-Royce Phantom Coupe inspired by Shaheen!

Yet another beautiful bespoke Rolls-Royce Phantom Coupe by Abu Dhabi Motors! Unfortunately, only low-res photos are available at the moment, but I will do my best to find better ones. Below is the news story as published by Abu Dhabi Motors.

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The concept of Shaheen focuses on designing a Phantom Coupe which embodies the variety of art and exclusivity. The Shaheen is a very famous falcon, best known for its strength and agility, which is used in the Middle Eastern region to accompany men on their hunting trips. It reflects the power of nature which has been mirrored by Abu Dhabi Motors� latest work of art, the Bespoke Rolls-Royce Phantom Coupe inspired by Shaheen.

Falconry is a very valued tradition in the UAE. This sport was a big part of peoples� lives in the desert.  Many think that it came from the Muslim Arabs who went to Byzantine and Persia. It is an ancient sport that has been practiced all over Europe and the Middle East since the 8th Century. Today, you can find descriptions of hunting houbara with falcons in Arabia which date back to more than 700 years ago.   

Some claim that the art of falconry started in Mesopotamia; others say it began in the Far East, and historically, falconry was a popular sport and a symbol of status among the nobles of medieval Europe and feudal Japan. In art and in other aspects of culture such as literature, falconry remained a status symbol long after it was no longer popularly practiced.        

Some of the Bespoke elements in the Shaheen Phantom Coupe are: 
  • Shaheen falcon inlay in brass on Phantom plate. Red carbon fibre.
  • Embroidered headrests with Shaheen Falcon design.
  • Shaheen Motif, especially hand built for Abu Dhabi Motors.

Exterior 
  • Orchid Pearl Colour
  • Twin Coachline in Tudor Red
  • 21� Part Polished Star Wheels
  • Brushed Steel Package

Interior 
  • Mugello Red with Seashell Leather
  • Carpets, Mats & Starlight in Seashell
  • Instrument Panel in Red Carbon Fibre
  • White Instrument Dials
  • Marine White Veneer
  • Veneered Steering Wheel Spokes
  • Veneered Interior Cappings

Source: Abu Dhabi Motors 
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Monday, June 28, 2010

New official photography of Bentley's Continental Supersports Convertible

Bentley Motors has released new images of the Continental Supersports Convertible. Enjoy!

Source: Bentley Motors
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First pubilc appearance for Murray T.25

Murray T.25 (earlier post) did its first public appearance to students during Smith School�s World Forum in Oxford. 

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Press Release: "Aston Martin DB9: The Definitive Sports Grand Tourer"

We have already seen the DB9 YM2011 since CAR magazine drove it (earlier post). Now it's time for the official press release, which you can read below.

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28 June 2010, Gaydon, Warwickshire: In the most significant programme of upgrades since its world debut in 2003, Aston Martin�s DB9 range has received a complete package of styling, engineering and equipment enhancements.

As the most successful Aston Martin of all-time (an honour it shares with the V8 Vantage) the DB9 has established itself as the definitive grand tourer, thanks to an enduring combination of understated elegance, sporting character and genuine luxury.

For Dr Ulrich Bez, Aston Martin�s Chief Executive, the DB9 remains a very special car: �The DB9 is the quintessential sporting grand tourer and offers an unrivalled combination of driver involvement, character, luxury and refinement. This car combines our unique Aston Martin character with an uncompromised design philosophy, craftsmanship and trademark Aston Martin performance ability.�

This new package of improvements compliments these core qualities perfectly. Subtle styling changes freshen the DB9�s appearance, with a new front bumper, bright finish radiator grille and a re-shaped lower intake featuring bright hexagonal mesh. New headlight bezels, re-styled sills, silver brake calipers, 20-spoke diamond turned alloy wheels and clear rear light lenses complete the external revisions.

Under the skin the DB9�s passive damping system has been replaced by a new Adaptive Damping System (ADS), which offers enhanced ride comfort together with sharper handling when switched to Sport mode. The ADS system is offered as standard equipment across the DB9 range, encompassing both Coupe and Volante (convertible). A new tyre pressure monitoring system, a revised Bluetooth microphone system and the addition of a new Double Apex alloy finish trim and Bang & Olufsen hi-fi options broaden the DB9�s specification.

Aston Martin�s Product Development Director, Ian Minards, explains that it is all part of an ongoing commitment to continual improvement: �The DB9 was the first car built at Gaydon adopting the VH architecture. It has evolved every year since, with significant changes including a power upgrade and successive reductions in CO2 emissions. The latest package of improvements goes further than ever, highlighting the DB9�s qualities as a true sporting GT and underlining its role as the backbone car of our range.�

The Aston Martin DB9 is available as either Coupe or Volante (convertible) with rear mid-mounted six-speed manual gearbox as standard or optional �Touchtronic 2� six-speed automatic transmission. Production of the revised DB9 is already underway, with deliveries commencing in July. Prices start from �122,445 for the DB9 Coupe and �131,445 for the DB9 Volante. 

Source: Aston Martin 
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Friday, June 25, 2010

Motorcycle Pictures of the Week - Cheryl

Here are my Pictures of the Week as displayed on the Motorcycle Views Website. These are taken from the Moto Pic Gallery. See Cheryl's grandfather, Edwin Wright, with his 1930s bike of unknown make and model. Do you recognize the bike? We need more pictures of men and women with their motorcycles. Get your picture in. For details, see Motorcycle Pictures of the Week.If you'd like to see your bike
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Who owns who in the car industry

This a very nice automotive tube map by CAR magazine showing who owns who. Below you can also download it in a PDF format.


Source: CAR Magazine
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Jaguar to celebrate 75th anniversary with exclusive XKR 75

Jaguar celebrates this year its 75th year anniversary with an exclusive XKR 75, which will make its debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. Power has increased to 530 ps and can reach 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds. The XKR 75 will be available to order from July in the UK and production is going to limited to just 75 vehicles.

The list of unique features includes:
  • Increased performance through detailed engine and transmission recalibration
    • Power increased to 530PS (compared to 510 PS on XKR)
    • Torque increased to 655Nm (compared to 625 Nm on XKR)
    • Upgraded torque converter to handle the increased torque
  • Upgraded suspension systems for increased precision and agility
    • Increased spring and damper rates (front springs 28 per cent stiffer, rear springs 32 per cent stiffer)
    • New fully-machined aluminium front and revised rear suspension upright for increased camber stiffness (increased by 25 per cent)
    • Re-tuned Adaptive Dynamics damper control software
    • Reduced ride height (15mm front and 10mm rear)
  • Aerodynamic body pack with body coloured finish to front splitter, side sills extensions and rear diffuser, and body coloured larger rear spoiler and rear trunk lid finisher
  • Sports exhaust with improved performance and acoustics - system has new crossover pipe and larger exhaust outlets
  • New Stratus Grey exterior paint with optional graphics pack
  • Red brake callipers surround 20" Vortex forged lightweight alloy wheels, diamond turned with dark grey finish
  • XKR performance interior in Charcoal and Ivory stitch leather, with Jet suedecloth headlining and XKR 75 tread plate
  • Active front lighting
  • Final calibration was done in partnership with the RSR engineering team which has been collaborating with Jaguar on the 2010 motorsport programme.
Source: NetCarShow.com
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Ford Mondeo YM2011

You probably have seen spy shots of the facelifted Ford Mondeo, which is now equipped with the mandatory from 2011 DRLs, but now those are the first official photos. I have to admit, that in white and in this particular sporty version, it looks nice!

The new Mondeo will be available from September and a new 2.0L EcoBoost engine will be available developing 240 hp. Unfortunately though, no 1.6L EcoBoost engine will be available for the time being, which means that in certain markets, it will be very difficult to complete with the Opel Insignia.

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Thursday, June 24, 2010

New alloy wheel design for AM Rapide - part 2

Back on May 27th, there was a post regarding the new alloy wheel design option for the Rapide, the �Multi-spoke Diamond Turned Alloy Wheel�, but the available photo was not providing a good 3D view. However, this photo shows exactly how the new alloy wheel design looks in real life.

Source: Flickr
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Wednesday, June 23, 2010

Latest additions to my scale model collection

Yesterday, the latest additions to my scale model collection arrived including the following models:
  • Aston Martin Vanquish by Minichamps
  • Aston Martin DB7 Vantage by AutoArt
  • Aston Martin DB7 Zagato by Ixo
  • Aston Martin Le Mans Heritage set with DBR-1 and DBR-9 1959/2006 by Ixo
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Toyota� chief test-driver dies in Lexus LFA crash

Reports coming out of Germany say that Toyota�s chief test driver, 67 year old Hiromu Naruse, has died in a collision involving the Lexus LFA Nurburgring prototype.

Reports state that Naruse, a Toyota employee since 1967, lost control of the LFA and swerved into the oncoming lane and collided with a BMW driven by two BMW test-drivers. While the BMW test-drivers survived, Naruse died on the spot.

Naruse is also Akio Toyoda�s personal driver and the creator of the LFA.

Source: egmCarTech
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BMW Recalls 2005-2007 R1200GS Adventure Motorcycles for Fuel Tank Bolt Problem

BMW is recalling certain 2005 through 2007 R1200GS Adventure motorcycles manufactured from December 7, 2005 through September 26, 2007.The fuel tank front attachment bolts can work loose allowing the bolts to come into contact with the fork leg if the handlebar is turned a significant amount.The number of units affected has not been announced.Check out my Motorcycle Recalls feature for more
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MV Agusta Recalls 2010 F4 for Air Cleaner Problem

MV Agusta Motor S.P.A. (MV Agusta) is recalling certain model year 2010 F4 motorcycles manufactured from February 10 through April 19, 2010.These motorcycles are equipped with an air filter frame, P/N 8000B4061, which may lift out of position, allowing intake air to bypass the filter.66 units are affected.Check out my Motorcycle Recalls feature for more details.
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BMW Recalls 2007-2009 K1200 and R1200 Series Motorcycles for Brake Line Problem

BMW is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2009 R1200 and K1200 series motorcycles manufactured from August 2006 through May 2009.Due to the current routing of the front brake lines, it is possible that during riding, and therefore associated vibration, the brake lines could be under strain. If the vibration/strain is significant, the brake line could split and start to develop a leak.15532
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Tuesday, June 22, 2010

Lotus announces unveiling of new model! New Esprit coming?

Yesterday I received the following email from Lotus stating that something totally new will be introduced in Paris! I really hope that it's going to be the new Esprit...

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So you think you�ve seen
all there is to see?

Think again.


As peace-loving druids gather to witness the magic of the annual Summer Solstice at one of the UK�s most symbolic landmarks, prepare yourself to witness the dawning of a new era for Lotus.

Your journey begins here and now on the longest day of the year and exactly 100 days before the 2010 Paris Motor Show where Lotus is set to unveil the future evolution of an iconic British brand.

They say a picture tells a thousand stories, we�re only really interested in one. Buckle up and join us for the ride. Expect the unexpected.
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Monday, June 21, 2010

Details about the new Suzuki Swift

After a series of posts about posh cars, now it's time to get down to earth. During the last couple of weeks, there was a number of spy shots and a couple of official images circulating on the web, but only now a full set of images has been released.

Personally, I don't like Suzukis, but the Swift is perhaps the only model worth looking if you are after a small car. The design of the current generation proved to be successful, never got it why though, and it seems that Suzuki didn't want to take any chances. The interior is much more modern and in conjunction with the new LCD display, at last, it's not bad at all.

In terms of the available engines, a new 1.2-liter petrol will be available producing 94 hp, which is capable accelerating the little car from 0 to 100 km/h in 12.3 seconds (top speed: 165 km/h). To be honest, Suzuki really needs to fit some good engines and it would be good if it could benefit from the use of some VAG engines...

Source: Carscoop
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Saturday, June 19, 2010

Russian biker babes in leather!

Yes we rather though that headline would get your attention!Well you attention is needed because we've put up a range of excellent desktop motorcycle wallpapers on www.inter-bike.co.uk for you to download of russian biker beauties Nadia Yakhnich and Nataliya Lyubimova, who both ride for Yakhnich Motorsport ,clad in Spyke leathers.The pictures were kindly donated by Italian motorcycle clothing
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Retro rides again with the new Honda VT750S

Honda UK have launched the retro styled VT750S into the UK market.Powering the new VT750S is a liquid-cooled, V-twin of 745cc with Honda�s latest PGM-FI fuel-injection system but in keeping with the classic styling, the V-twin features finned barrels for that �air-cooled� look.The frame uses a strong, steel double cradle design, steering geometry has been specifically chosen to give excellent
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BMW K 1300 GT Exclusive Edition launched

BMW Motorrad have launched an exclusive version of their grand tourer the K 1300 GT.The K 1300 GT Exclusive edition specification includes:-� Electronic suspension adjustment (ESA II)� ABS� Cruise control� Automatic stability control (ASC)� Tyre pressure monitor (RDC).� Heated grips� Seat heating� Xenon headlamp� On-board computer� Large topcase (49 l) with colour matched lid and common-key lock
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BMW Recalls 2008-2009 F650GS and F800GS Motorcycles for Drive Chain Problem

BMW is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2009 F650GS and F800GS motorcycles manufactured from September 27, 2007 through March 30, 2009.The drive chains may not have been produced to specification. As a result, over time the drive chain could break.The number of units affected has not been announced.Check out my Motorcycle Recalls feature for more details.
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BMW Recalls 2007-2008 G650X, G650X Country, and G650X Moto Motorcycles for Roll Gear Pin Mounting Attachment Failure

BMW is recalling certain model year 2007 and 2008 G650X Country, G650X Challenge, and G650X Moto motorcycles manufactured from November 29, 2006 through May 19, 2008.Over time, the roll gear pin's mounting attachment could break. If this occurs, it would be possible for fragments of the attachment to become trapped between the drive chain and the rear sprocket.The number of units affected has not
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Friday, June 18, 2010

Motorcycle Pictures of the Week - Norman & Dorothy

Here are my Pictures of the Week as displayed on the Motorcycle Views Website. These are taken from the Moto Pic Gallery. See Norman & Dorothy with their 2009 Harley-Davidson Tri-Glide Ultra Classic. We need more pictures of men and women with their motorcycles. Get your picture in. For details, see Motorcycle Pictures of the Week.If you'd like to see your bike as Picture of the Week, submit a
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Thursday, June 17, 2010

AM DB9 (2011 model year) CAR review!

A few days ago, the revised DB9 (YM2011) was spotted (earlier post) and now, CAR magazine has driven it! Below is the article as published in CAR's website.

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You might have seen elsewhere that CAR was embedded in the Aston Martin pit team at the weekend's 2010 Le Mans 24-hour race. Which meant we were well placed to pilfer one of the facelifted DB9s on display at the Aston customer hospitality unit at the French race circuit and drive it back to Blighty.

A 'facelifted' 2010 Aston Martin DB9? It doesn't look very different!

Yes, let's call it the 2011 model year DB9. Aston types hesitate to use the word 'facelift', it's just part of the continuous improvement that's gradually spruced up the DB9 since launch back in 2003.

CAR bumped into Aston Martin design director Marek Reichmann in the AMR pits at Le Mans and he gave us the lowdown on the 2011 DB9. 'We are continuing the elegant feel of the DB9: there's a new front bumper, new side skirts, new colours,' he explained. 'These are mild changes � we've made 12,000 DB9s since launch and don't feel the need to start afresh. There are also plenty of under-the-skin changes.' 

Still looks the biz, then?

You bet. I've previously criticised Aston's current line-up for looking too samey and while I stand by that, there's no arguing with the basic building blocks of the Aston look. The DB9 set the template back at the 2003 Frankfurt show, but carries its years well. This is an elegant 2+2 coup�, and looks every inch the �122,445 sports car from every angle. I especially love the coke bottle swell to the hips that lends the DB9 a sprung, muscular feel.

What's new? The double-decker grille with (slightly tacky) perforated mesh low down is fresh, while the sidesills are recontoured with a more exaggerated 'hockey stick' kink said to be most visible on lighter colours and the rear bumper is minutely different, too. Fresh wheel designs are available and our car came in a fetching silvery green.

And what's new inside the 2011 model year Aston Martin DB9?

The interior of the DB9 is spruced up with some previously unseen toys and equipment. A Bang & Olufsen stereo with pop-up tweeters (think top-end Audi style) is now available at a steep �4000 or so and delivers crisp, clear tunes; it seamlessly mates with your iPod too.

The 6.0-litre V12 is unchanged, but fettling the details means that CO2 has been poleaxed by nearly 50g/km. The claimed carbon dioxide figure tumbles to 345g/km. Meanwhile the aluminium VH chassis is spruced up by the addition of Bilstein variable dampers; we've seen them on the DBS and Rapide, but it's the first time the DB9 has offered them in place of the regular Bilstein struts.


How does the revised DB9 drive?

CAR picks up the fettled DB9 on Sunday night an hour after the end of the Le Mans 24-hour race. The car looks slinky and elegant, drawing admiring glances from most race-goers � a theme that's going to remain for our entire nine-hour drive back home. Owners of the countless TVRs, Porsches, Lotuses and more humble machinery making the annual pilgrimage nearly all give approving nods and smiles to the Aston. It remains a trigger brand for enthusiasts, of that I'm certain.

Inside the Aston Martin DB9 (2011)

We step inside the latest DB9 and sink into the heavily bolstered, but plumply upholstered sports seats. One thing strikes me immediately. I remember driving one of the very first DB9s back in 2003 and, while the style and V12 oomph blew me away, I was surprisingly disappointed by the build quality. The leather-clad interior was roughly finished in places and some of the controls wobbled and rattled. Nice car, shonky quality, I surmised.

You can hardly level that criticism at the latest DB9. Back then, Aston had just set up its new factory at Gaydon and it's clear that great strides have been made to iron out those early faults. Perhaps chief exec Ulrich Bez seems has finally imbued some Germanic values on the production line, for this DB9 feels top-drawer. The leathers used are faultlessly plush, the fit and finish first-class. My travel partner senior designer Alex Tapley finds some of the centre console plastics a touch cheap, but really it's a fine ambience in here. 'Feels special, a real event car,' adds managing editor Greg Fountain.

Glitches? Not many. The B&O tweeters nestling by each A-pillar reflect in a strange, psychedelic swirl if you drive into strong sunlight. I find the steering wheel quite ugly, its airbag-shaped centre boss being too chunky for what is an elegant, classy cabin. And � we've been saying it for years and it's becoming truer by the year � that Volvo pop-up sat-nav is a disgrace; rotating screens are pass� in 2010, while the graphics, speed of operation and user interface are way off the pace.

Fire up the V12! What's the new DB9 like on the open road?

Pull down the 'swan doors' on their slightly-lifting hinges (handy for avoiding low-flying kerbs) and slot the Aston glass key (I won't deign to call it an Emotional Control Unit, in Aston-speak) into the middle of the dash. The V12 bursts into life, just a brief bassy timbre hinting at what's to come. It's remarkably civilised at first. The DB9 is very easy to see out of, the mirrors providing a good view to side and rear. It's confidence inspiring in the extreme.

More than 95% of DB9s are ordered with the Touchtronic six-speed auto transmission instead of the manual option. There's still no gearlever and it's all the better for it in here. Push the D button high on the dash and the DB9 creeps forward just like a proper slusher. This gearbox suits the DB9's temperament � you can pootle around town or power down a back road and it always seems to be in the right gear. 

A Sport button on the dash programmes the ECU to hang on to gears for longer, but we found the standard setting to be fine most of the time. You'll love the paddles though, which let you nudge into manual mode whenever the mood takes you. And this one really does over-ride the computer � you're in charge and it won't change up for you, though it will downshift if you're about to stall.

And what about these new adaptive dampers?

We're familiar with this Bilstein set-up on the DBS and Rapide and the DB9 feels to benefit from the new suspension tweaks. Whether around Le Mans, doing the pilgrimage along Mulsanne or scooting along the autoroute, the 2011 model year Aston feels really planted and comfortable.

Sure it's firm rather than wallowy, but the suspension still soaks up bumps and crests with a velvet pliancy and an iron-like grasp on body control in France. Aston might still build a car that's nudging seven years old, but this continual improvement philosophy has enabled the engineers to slowly but surely improve the DB9 to a tee. Firming the dampers up with the Sport button works well in France, but on rougher UK surfaces you end up jiggling across bumps. This new system is standard-fit � we'd just leave it in standard setting most of the time.

Is the DB9 a sports car or a GT?

The steering on the DB9 was a pleasant surprise too. The wheel is lightly weighted with just enough feeling from the front axle. Some sports cars confuse weight with feel and can become tiring after a while. The DB9 is tuned to fulfil its GT role with aplomb. We drove from 10am until 7pm with only brief stops for fueling bodies and cars, and felt unstrained by the end.

And the V12?

Aston makes great play of the fact that the 6.0-litre V12 in the DB9 shares the same basic aluminium engine block and heads as the Aston Martin Racing B09/60 fighting in the LMP1 class at Le Mans. It's a fascinating genealogical link � the racer shrieks and wails and leaves an audio file indelibly stamped on your brain. It was one of the aural highlights of Le Mans, along with the waap-waap of the Corvettes and the buzzing of the 911 RSRs.

Does the roadgoing DB9 have quite the same appeal? To be honest it's a completely different soundtrack, but I reckon the DB9's noise is just about perfectly cultured; this is a GT, not a raw racer and the refinement at lower engine speeds makes for a relaxed cruiser. Step on it and the V12 becomes rawer at around 3000rpm, just the thing to indulge in some tunnel tuning on the slog back from Le Mans. Mind you, road test editor Ben Barry took the DB9 for a run and found it disappointingly flat low down and at the top end.

He was referring to the low-down torque � peak torque lands at 5000rpm � and it's true you have to rev the DB9 to get the best from its performance. But a sports car with 470bhp is never going to be exactly tardy, is it? Nought to 62mph takes a scant 4.6sec. I reckon the DB9 is well judged, with clout when you need it and whispery quietness when you're wafting.

What about the rest of the DB9?

It's a slick package � all who drove it were impressed by its all-round polish. There are a few problems though. The brakes are difficult to modulate at low speeds, with an unfortunate grabbing when coming to a rest. It's not severe, but enough to disturb your right foot and make you nervous in stop-start traffic.

And of course, those rear seats remain a joke for many customers. I remember when I worked atAutocar we criticised them and Dr Bez sent us a photo of his young children in the back to prove they were useable. Back in the real world, they're best left to luggage or very young passengers. The boot's not a bad size though and we stowed plenty of our camping gear in the DB9.

Verdict

The DB9 has been polished and polished � and is now at a shiny, sparkling zenith. The improvement in quality is especially striking (four or five years have passed since I last drove a DB9) and the driving dynamics continue to be subtly improved too.

'It's the best Aston I've driven,' concurs Ben Barry. 'I've not driven the Rapide yet, but the other Astons � including the DBS and Vantage � are nearly cars. There's something about the DB9. It feels like an event to climb into, it feels so special. I don't like the "long" dashboard that stretches way forwards to the windscreen and the V12 is curiously flat at certain speeds. But even so, this remains a special car.'

So there you have it. Not a perfect GT, but not far off either. It's very nearly five stars and this impressive V12 GT is living proof that Darwinism works.
     

Source: CAR Magazine
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