Bentley GTZ Zagato Concept

At the 78th Geneva International Motor show 2008, Zagato Atelier takes great pleasure in introducing the Bentley GTZ, the latest in a long line of collaborations with the very best British car manufacturers over the Milanese Atelier 's 89 years history. Following on from the recent presentations of the Ferrari 575GTZ in 2006 and the Maserati GS Zagato at the Villa D'Este in 2007, the Bentley GTZ is a neo-classic Zagato interpretation of the style of a British GT. Starting from the styling cues of the last neo classical coupes, which became milestones of Zagato design in the new millennium, the challenge was to apply the same design language to a completely different proportion of vehicle: the Bentley Continental GT Speed. Even with many technical restrictions and carry-over parts in order to maintain the basic functions of this extremely sophisticated vehicle, the Zagato design team managed to give a distinctive and attractive character to the Zagato coupe. Pronounced fender lines, double-bubble roof, round tail with all new rear combination lamp are harmoniously integrated in to an imposing body adding a more aggressive and sharp feeling without losing the absolute solidity which is part of the great charm of the original coupe. The same time the hand painted pin-stripe coordinated with the interior colour adds a refined and exclusive elegance to the extrovert body lines helps to make the look of this car appropriate to be special limited-production model born between two great automotive cultures: Bentley and Zagato.

Bentley GTZ Zagato Concept

Bentley Continental GTC

The new Continental GTC is the show piece for Bentley design. The proportions of the Continental GTC are the epitome of the elegant and modern convertible. With a top speed of 195mph (312km/h), a sophisticated all-wheel drive system, state-of-the-art 12-cylinder engine, advanced air suspension  and ultra-stiff body structure, the Continental GTC displays all the poise, exhilarating performance  and dynamic handling of the Continental GT. In common with its stable mates, the interior of the new Continental GTC provides an unrivalled standard of craftsmanship, utilising natural wood veneers and leather hides of the finest quality, which are on full display when you lower the elegant, electro-hydraulically operated soft-top roof. The Continental GTC becomes the second convertible to grace the current Bentley range. It follows the recently announced return of the evocative Azure name for Bentley's Arnage-derived flagship four-seater convertible. While the Azure offers the ultimate glamour, sophistication and accommodation for adults in supreme comfort, the 2+2 Continental GTC is designed for customers looking to enjoy the phenomenal performance, style and excitement of the Continental GT with the additional benefits of classic open-top Bentley motoring. As on the entire Continental range, the GTC's design has also been influenced by the need to ensure perfect aerodynamic balance at speeds close to 200mph (320km/h). The convertible spent many hours in the wind tunnel to ensure a low drag coefficient and like the coupé and four-door versions it utilises an underbody diffuser and specially sculpted rear bumper and bootlid edge to provide downforce and stability at high speed. The front seats have a new sculpted rear which produces an additional 30mm (1.2 inches) of knee-space in the rear. In the rear of the Continental GTC the centre console finishes with a veneered panel just behind the front armrests, therefore leaving the rear seats as an uninterrupted surface of leather hide, optimising the maximum space for the proportion of the car.

The construction and packaging of the roof are second to none. Its designers were keen that absolutely all working parts would be covered, which means that whether you are inside the car as the roof is in operation or watching from the outside, not one piece of the mechanism will be visible. The roof comes with a heated glass rear window and also an interior rooflamp in the headlining. It can be operated after pulling away from standstill at speeds up to 30km/h (20mph).

The Continental GTC is powered by Bentley's magnificent W12 twin-turbocharged 6.0-litre engine, which will propel the car to 60mph in 4.8 seconds and on to a top speed of 195mph (312km/h). This awe-inspiring piece of engineering is identical to the unit used in the coupé and four-door versions of the Continental and delivers phenomenal power (552bhp/411kW) as well as that legendary wave of torque (479lb ft/650Nm) from low revs that is the hallmark of every Bentley.

The 12-cylinder block has a 48-valve head with four camshafts that operate using continually variable valve-timing. Power is transmitted via a seven-bearing crankshaft to the car's six-speed automatic transmission. To ensure compliance stringent emissions regulations, the twin turbochargers are designed with a unique bypass valve that automatically sends exhaust gases to heat the catalytic converters when the car is started from cold. This valve then operates as the turbocharger wastegate at all other times.

The Borg-Warner turbochargers are also the ideal solution for producing the flat torque curve, ensuring that the driver has instantly available performance without a hint of turbo lag or having to shift down through the gears. That mighty torque curve is constant, with no drop-off from its maximum output of 479lb ft (650Nm) at just 1600 rev/min all the way up to 6000 rev/min.

Bentley Continental GTC

2010 Bentley Mulsanne

The Mulsanne is inspired by the company founder W.O. Bentley's crowning achievement in 1930, the 8-litre.  And it was W.O.'s own sensitively conserved company car that shared the podium with the new Mulsanne in Pebble Beach . This early motoring masterpiece represented the last big Bentley that was designed, engineered and built from the ground up by Bentley engineers until now.

The Bentley 8-litre displayed alongside the Mulsanne in California was first shown at the 1930 London Motor Show. It was the second-built and was W.O. Bentley's company car for two years. Capable of reaching more than 100 mph, the 8-litre demonstrated W.O. Bentley's ambition and ability to build a grand luxury car capable of surpassing every other leading manufacturer of the day. A total of 100 cars were built in 1930 and 1931.

“The 8-litre's breathtaking performance and quality was perhaps the finest example of a ‘pure' grand Bentley. Every mechanical detail carried W.O. Bentley's unique stamp and it was the clearest demonstration of a car built without compromise," commented Dr. Ulrich Eichhorn, Member of the Board Engineering.

2010 Bentley Mulsanne

2009 Bentley Continental GT

This is probably one of the most unusual Bentleys ever seen: a large, happy flower, little stars, squiggles and signs dance on the elegant hood and colourful, comic-like figures adorn the doors. The Continental GT – a static prototype built in 2003 – has become a truly unique work of art created by the world-renowned Brazilian artist Romero Britto.

Raul Pires, Head of Exterior Design at Bentley Motors and like Romero Britto, a Brazilian was central to the creation of the Continental GT. He thoroughly agrees with his countryman: “A Bentley holds the unique combination of exhilaration and relaxation in one package. An automotive sculpture with elegant powerful surfaces. The ultimate in craftsmanship.”



The Romero Britto exhibition, hosted by the Automobil Forum Unter den Linden in cooperation with the Mensing Gallery, will take place from 10 July until 6 September 2009 . In keeping with Britto's wider ideals, at the conclusion of the show, the “Britto-Bentley” will be put up for auction in aid of the Nathalie Todenhöfer Foundation for multiple sclerosis as well as Best Buddies, an organization dedicated to improving the integration of the mentally disabled within society.

2009 Bentley Continental GT

Cadillac Cien Concept

The Cadillac Cien was a concept car created by Cadillac and unveiled at the 2002 Detroit Auto Show. The Cadillac Cien had a 7.5 L V12 Northstar XV12 engine, which produced 750 hp. This experimental engine featured direct injection and Displacement on Demand, which allowed the engine to run on only six cylinders under light load. The Cien was designed at General Motors' Advanced Design Studio in England. The Cien's low, sleek style was inspired by the F-22 Raptor.

The car was featured prominently in the 2005 film, The Island, directed by Michael Bay. It was also in Gran Turismo 4, Project Gotham Racing 3, Midnight Club 3: DUB Edition and in Midnight Club 3: DUB Edition Remix.

Cadillac Cien Concept

1964 Lamborghini 350 GT

The 350 GT was first unveiled at the 1964 Geneva motor show, showing off its new tamed engine, streamlined chassis, and more elegantly designed body. The new beast’s four-cam V12 engine was reduced from 360 horsepower to 270, at 6,500 rpm. Like the concept 350 GTV, the production version had four-wheel independent suspension and an aluminum body. The first production car of the 350 GT was built shortly after it’s unveiling. Production sales of the 350 GT started slow, with only 13 production models built in 1964. The 350 GT soon impressed journalist and car enthusiasts around the world, and production increased to 25 cars per month. The follow year, Lamborghini introduced the groundbreaking mid-engined Miura as a rolling chassis at the 1965 Turin Auto show. Then covered by Gandini’s body design the 350 GT made yet another unveiling at the 1966 Geneva Motor Show. Lamborghini sold a total of 120 production models of the 350 GT, over the next few years. The grille was often revised, a second windshield wiper and cowl air intakes were added, and the leather dash was eventually replaced with a polished aluminum dash.

1964 Lamborghini 350 GT

2010 HSV Sport Cars HSV 20 Years Of Clubsport Limited Edition

The HSV sports car 20 Years Of Clubsport will be equipped with the company's performance suspension, 20 inch Pentagon wheels in Millennium silver and leather seats as standard. The HSV sports car 20 Years Of Clubsport will also wear a unique decal on the rear window showing a modern iteration of the original VN CS ClubSport badge.





2010 HSV Sport Cars HSV 20 Years Of Clubsport Limited Edition

“With this level of value add at no additional cost we anticipate the 100 vehicles will move very quickly and good luck to the person who manages to grab No.1 in the model build,” said General Manager of Sales, Darren Bowler. “City Motors HSV in Perth recorded the highest HSV sports car vehicle sales in 2009 and have been rewarded with the privilege of retailing the No. 1 vehicle to the lucky HSV buyer.”

The The HSV Sports Cars 20 Years Of Clubsport also comes with LED daytime running lights, and various other styling accents.

The HSV 20 Years Of Clubsport price starts at $66,690 AUD for the manual version and at $68,690 AUD for the automatic and only 100 units will ever be available. The first unit of the HSV sports car 20 Years Of Clubsport will probably be the most valuable one. The sales of the new limited edition model will start this month.







Holden Special Vehicle - HSV sports car Press Release:

Australia’s high performance car manufacturer, Holden Special Vehicles, has launched a limited edition model to help celebrate 20 years of its most successful and enduring nameplate – the ClubSport.

The ClubSport brand first appeared as a permanent fixture within the HSV sports car range back in June of 1990 as a VN HSV ClubSport. Featuring a 5.0 liter engine boasting 180kW and 400Nm only 410 VN series ClubSports were built. The model has evolved today to become the highest selling vehicle in the HSV sports cars line-up.

General Manager of Marketing and Communications, Tim Jackson, said this milestone was worthy of celebration for the company. ”If we step back 20 years to 1990, this really was a watershed year for the HSV sports car brand. Not only did we introduce our first ClubSport model in June but 1990 also represented our first Bathurst, victory with the Holden Racing Team, who are also celebrating 20 years of success this year."



”The ClubSport has such great history and meaning within our business, and it has always been our purists vehicle - bringing track focused performance and handling to a road vehicle,” Tim Jackson said.



For that reason HSV has taken a ‘back-to-basics’ approach with the 20 years of Clubsport model producing a feature packed high performance vehicle for the true HSV collector. The 20 Years of ClubSport model will receive as standard HSV’s performance suspension, 20 inch Pentagon wheels in Millennium silver and leather seats for no additional cost.



It will be identifiable by a unique decal on the rear window, which the HSV enthusiast will recognise as a modern iteration of the original VN “CS ClubSport” badge, to commemorate the anniversary of the model.



General Manager of Sales, Darren Bowler, said he expected the car to be well received within the HSV Dealer network and amongst HSV’s strong customer base. “With this level of value add at no additional cost we anticipate the 100 vehicles will move very quickly and good luck to the person who manages to grab No.1 in the model build.





“City Motors HSV in Perth recorded the highest HSV vehicle sales in 2009 and have been rewarded with the privilege of retailing the No. 1 vehicle to the lucky HSV buyer,” Darren Bowler said.



The 100 limited edition 20 Years of ClubSport models will start appearing in HSV Dealers show rooms across Australia from late June. The vehicle will come with an RRP of $66,690 for manual and $68,690 for automatic.

2010 HSV Sport Cars HSV 20 Years Of Clubsport Limited Edition

2010 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano HGTE

The 79th Geneva International Motor Show provides the venue for Ferrari to announce two new pieces of good news: the arrival of the sporty, dynamic Handling GT Evoluzione (HGTE) Package for the 599 GTB Fiorano and the world debut of the 599XX which is a technological laboratory aimed at a select group of clients. The latter new car incorporates the most advanced technologies resulting from Ferrari's road-going and F1 research. Many of the technological solutions it carries are being used for the first time and have been developed exclusively for this special car. In addition to the 599 GTB Fiorano equipped with the Handling GTE package and finished in a new three-layer metallic Rosso, and the 599XX in a colour matching the F2008, Ferrari clients and enthusiasts will also be able to admire this single-seater that recently won the Prancing Horse its 16th Constructors' World title.

2010 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano HGTE

Audi Metroproject Quattro

The drive unit for the metroproject quattro showcases a fully independent, innovative hybrid technology. At work under the bonnet is a 1.4.litre TFSI engine developing 110 kW (150 bhp), whose power is directed to the front wheels by means of the S-tronic Direct Shift Gearbox. A 30 kW (41 bhp) electric motor  positioned on the rear axle is able to deliver up to an additional 200 Nm of torque when the vehicle is accelerating. The electric motor is furthermore capable of powering the vehicle alone for zero-emission driving. The capacity of the lithium-ion batteries gives the vehicle a range of up to 100 km in pure electric mode; the motor can be recharged from any power socket. The automatic start/stop facility, energy regeneration and phases of purely electrical operation reduce the fuel consumption and emissions of the Audi metroproject quattro by around 15 percent compared to when it is running exclusively on the combustion engine. Despite its sporty performance (0-100 km/h in 7.8 seconds, top speed of 201 km/h), the study uses just 4.9 litres of premium fuel for every 100 km, while CO2 emissions average a mere 112 g/km.

Audi Metroproject Quattro

Audi e-tron

Audi  is showing an uncompromising purist compact sports car with all-electric drive at the first major auto show of 2010. The Detroit showcar Audi e-tron is the name of this 3.93 meter (154.72 in) long and 1.78 meter (70.08 in) wide but just 1.22 meter (48.03 in) tall two-seater. Coupled with the Detroit showcar Audi e-tron’s low gross weight of around only 1,350 kilograms (2976.24 lb), high-torque power units driving the rear wheels guarantee commensurate road performance. Two electric motors with a combined output of 150 kW (204 hp) and 2,650 Nm (1954.54 lb-ft) accelerate the coupe with ASF-design aluminum body from 0 to 100 km/h (62.14 mph) in just 5.9 seconds.

Audi e-tron

Peugeot Flux Concept

The car was designed to achieve universal pleasure by adapting different lifestyle situations. The theme of this fourth competition, summed up by acronym P.L.E.A.S.E. Innovate!, has inspired creativity of web based designers throughout world, resulting in more than 4,000 projects.



Complimenting present automotive aspirations, Flux has shown the theme’s most relevant illustrations, since its concept corresponds to a type of car that achieves utter driving Pleasure through its Light weight and Efficiency, while at the same time remaining Accessible through the Simplicity and Ecology of its design.



Flux was chosen by a jury chaired by Frédéric Saint-Geours, General Manager of Automobiles Peugeot and made up of Peugeot representatives, its Style Centre, Xbox, but also of web based people who voted online.



Unveiled at this year’s Geneva show, and thanks to its sophisticated design, Flux will be making a second appearance at the Frankfurt Motor Show. Flux will appear ‘real’ in the form of a full-scale model presented at Peugeot’s exhibition space and ‘virtual’ in a new version of the PGR 4 game on Xbox 360. These two elements constitute the two most fantastic prizes of the 4th Peugeot design competition.



The 4th design competition attracted greater participation, with more than 200 additional projects compared with the 3rd competition (4,029 compared with 3,800), confirming its international appeal, with 113 countries represented as opposed to 107 in the last competition.

Peugeot Flux Concept

Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano

Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano



Production of this super car, Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano started in 2007 and is a 2 seat model. Ferrari 599 debuted in 2006 at Geneva Motor Show and it was named after its engine which has 5999 Cm. The successor of the Ferrari 575M, Fiorano car has 6 speed semi automatic transmission, V12 engine under the hood and 611 Hp ,which makes it the most powerful super car produced by Ferrari road car and can touch 100 km/h in just 3,7 seconds and up to 200 km/h in just 11 seconds and the max speed is 320 km/h.

Compared with Ferrari 612,the wheelbase is shorter with 110 and the car is faster,with a weight of 1680 kg and will use F1-Trac, new traction system of Ferrari.

This super car will also appear in GrandTurismo series of video games,and can be play on Playstation or you can buy a real one at the price of 250000 USD.

Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano

ABT VW New Beetle Cabriolet

The ABT VW New Beetle Cabriolet including two types of back-silencers, an aluminium gear lever knob, aluminium pedals, stainless steel running boards, as well as a set of floormats displaying the Abt Sportsline logo. Additionally, a New Beetle owner can choose between 14 wheels, one of them being the brand-new Z5 wheel (8 x 18") presented on the IAA motor show.The 2.0-litre engine receives a power plus to ca. 105 kW (143 hp) thanks to capacity enhancement by 200 cubic centimetres, a customized Abt crankshaft, special pistons, Abt camschafts, a cylinder head modification, a mid-silencer, optimised air ducting as well as changes to the electronic engine management. Abt expertise in the ECU field ensures an increase in the 1.8-litre turbo-engine from 110 kW (150 hp) to 142 kW (193 hp). For the 1.9-litre TDI, Abt provides an increase from 66 kW (90 hp) to 85 kW (112 hp).A front grill, chrome fog headlamp frame, headlamp visor and the matching V-rims (7.5 x 17 inch) rounds off the New Beetle body kit from the House of Abt.A very special example of the New Beetle caused a sensation in German rallying: Together with natural gas supplier Thyssengas, Abt enters a Beetle in the German Rally Challenge series and the German Rally Championship. The highlight: The 230 hp model uses natural gas instead of traditional fuel.

ABT VW New Beetle Cabriolet

Nissan Juke

The Nissan Juke Car having in front the projectors bigger than headlights and they were placed up in the middle of the hood. Nissan Juke can be compared with a compact hatchback, measuring 4.14 meters. Nissan has released today the first image teaser of Juke model, a compact crossover, derived from the Juke concept, which will officially debut at the Geneva Motor Show.

Nissan Juke

Peugeot 4002

The Peugeot introduced a web-based amateur style competition at the 2002 Paris Motor Show[1], inviting aspiring designers to create a completely unhinged retro-futurist design that incorporated distinct styling features of a historic Peugeot model.A total of 2800 proposals from 90 countries were registered, and Stephen Schulze, a 32-year-old German graphic artist, was selected as the winner.It featured a body of aluminum and fiberglass, and 21-inch wheels.[2]  The 4002 incorporated headlights hidden behind the grille itself, as a stylistic nod to the streamlined Peugeot 402 from 1936. As merely a show car, it was not powered and not road-legal. As a styling experiment and supremely daring[3].

Peugeot 4002

Maserati GranTurismo

A year after the unveiling of the Maserati GranTurismo, Maserati will be back at the Geneva International Motorshow with yet another world premiere, the GranTurismo S.Two main novelties are at the heart of the new Maserati  GranTurismo: the 440 HP V8 4.7 engine and the electro-actuated gearbox with fast MC-Shift arranged in the Transaxle layout typical of high-performance sports cars that represents the technological DNA of all Maseratis.The Maserati GranTurismo S makes use of the high-performance brake system developed in collaboration with Brembo and introduced for the first time in the automotive field on the Maserati Quattroporte Sport GT S. The system features front brake discs made with dual-cast technology - a dual casting of cast iron and aluminium, paired with aluminium mono-bloc 6-piston brake callipers, ensuring optimised braking performance.

Maserati GranTurismo

Porsche Panamera

Porsche has announced the addition of the V6 powered Panamera. The V6 powered Panamera models, which will be unveiled at the Beijing Motor Show in April, are powered by a 300-hp 3.6L V6 mated to the seven-speed PDK dual clutch gearbox.



The Porsche Panamera is going to start at $74,400 and $78,900, respectively.

Porsche Panamera

Pakistani Car

A car painted of Pakistan's flag. The car is fully painted and so greeny. A common motorolla car showing patriotism of its honour through painted flag on it.

Pakistani Car

2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage Roadster

Aston Martin V8 Vantage - originally launched to widespread critical acclaim at the Geneva Motor Show in 2005 - is to receive significant technical enhancements, reaffirming the car's position as one of the world's most desirable and exhilarating sports cars. While the universally distinctive and award-winning shape of the Aston Martin V8 Vantage is retained, the car benefits from a number of technical changes which include significantly up-rated engine performance from a new 4.7 litre power unit in both Coupe and Roadster variants. Other changes include revised dynamics to take full advantage of increased power and torque availability, improved Sportshift™ transmission software and a new sports suspension option. The 4.7 litre V8 engine has a power output of 420bhp (an 11% increase on the previous 4.3 litre unit) and delivers peak torque of 470Nm (15% increase), providing the Aston Martin V8 Vantage with new reserves of mid-range performance, an improved 0-60mph time of 4.7 seconds and top speed of 180mph (288kph). Combined European fuel economy and CO2 emissions are also improved by 13% (Sportshift™). Inside, the changes include a new centre console and revised switchgear and the introduction of an ECU replacing the previous V8 Vantage key. Externally, the acclaimed Aston Martin V8 Vantage design appearance is enhanced with a range of new standard and optional 19'' alloy wheels. Aston Martin Chief Executive Officer, Dr Ulrich Bez said: "Continued development and evolution of our unique VH (Vertical-Horizontal) architecture has brought even higher levels of refinement and dynamic performance to our whole range. "With the new 4.7 litre engine and associated changes we have taken the Aston Martin V8 Vantage to new levels of performance to produce an even more desirable sports car. "The Aston Martin V8 Vantage is now the most successful Aston Martin in our history and we are confident these changes will continue its appeal and driving enjoyment for both new and existing customers." Engine Improvements in performance have been achieved through a number of carefully developed changes to Aston Martin's acclaimed V8 engine. The cylinder bore and stroke has been increased from 89mm to 91mm and 86mm to 91mm respectively, giving a total displacement of 4735cc. The increase in cylinder bore is facilitated by a move to cylinder liners that are pressed into the pre-machined aluminium alloy block, allowing a thinner liner than was possible with the cast-in design of the 4.3 litre engine. The new forged steel crankshaft provides the 91mm stroke and incorporates new holes in the counter weights for reduced rotating mass and improved inter-bay breathing. New forged steel con-rods and cast aluminium pistons complete the capacity-related changes. Other key changes include efficiency improvements to the dry sump lubrication system, including a new sump casting with oil pick-up points moved from the front and rear to the sides of the sump. The cylinder heads are modified with a new intake port and an inlet valve size increase from 34.9mm to 35.9mm. The intake manifold has been modified to match the new port to optimise air flow. Transmission The Aston Martin V8 Vantage transmissions have also undergone changes to improve performance and to handle the increased levels of power and torque. Both the standard manual stick-shift gearbox and the optional Sportshift™ transmission benefit from a modified clutch and flywheel, reducing clutch pedal efforts and delivering a 0.5kg weight saving, reducing the rotating masses within the powertrain, and hence increasing engine responsiveness. Aston Martin's Sportshift™ transmission has undergone a series of specific changes to broaden the capabilities of the gearbox to offer customers enhanced comfort and convenience with sporting capabilities. Changes include a revised control strategy, allowing the transmission, rather than the engine, to dictate how best the engine torque should be deployed to optimise performance and deliver power smoothly and consistently. 'Dual Throttle Map' software is also featured. When 'Comfort' mode is selected the engine reacts in a smoother more progressive manner to driver throttle inputs and in the default 'Sports' mode the throttle mapping is more aggressive, delivering a more dynamic and sporting feel. Sportshift™ now also has the capability to take inputs from the steering wheel enabling the current gear to be held when the car is negotiating a corner and hill descent detection, allowing a low gear to be held, maximising the effects of engine braking. Suspension A series of improvements are introduced to the Aston Martin V8 Vantage chassis and suspension setup to deliver improved body control and low speed ride quality; enabling the driver to take full advantage of the increased performance potential. A number of the improved components originally introduced on the Aston Martin V8 Vantage Roadster are now carried over to the Coupe, including revised upper damper mountings and bump stops. Additionally, the front spring rates are stiffened by 11% at the front and 5% at the rear. Steering geometry is also modified to improve steering feel, while the front lower suspension arm compliance bushes are stiffened by 22% to provide enhanced steering response and handling. The Aston Martin V8 Vantage also now benefits from Bilstein dampers as standard; these low-friction dampers provide improved levels of dynamic capabilities and further improve ride quality. Design & Optional Equipment Also introduced as an option for both Coupe and Roadster variants is a new Sports Pack which comprises forged lightweight alloy wheels aiding a lower unsprung mass, re-tuned Bilstein dampers with improved dynamic response, up-rated springs and a revised rear anti-roll bar (Coupe only). The Sports Pack is intended to offer greater agility, high speed body control and precision feel for the most enthusiastic of drivers. Although the award-winning exterior design of the Aston Martin V8 Vantage remains largely unchanged, a new 20-spoke 19'' alloy wheel is introduced as standard, with either diamond turned silver or graphite finishes available as options, affording customers maximum choice. Alternatively, as part of the Sports Pack option, a 5-spoke lightweight aluminium wheel will be provided. In the cabin, a new centre console constructed from die cast zinc alloy with a graphite silver finish is introduced along with a new ECU - first seen on the Aston Martin DBS in 2007. The ECU - constructed from glass, polished stainless steel and polycarbonate - replaces the key used previously for the Aston Martin V8 Vantage. The revised car also includes a new Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Navigation System offering faster route processing, additional features and improved graphics. Full ipod/MP3 integration is retained as standard equipment. First shown as a concept car at the 2003 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, the Aston Martin AMV8 Concept caused a worldwide sensation as it allowed Aston Martin to enter a new sector of the premium sports car market with a genuine alternative to other cars on offer. Deliveries of the Aston Martin V8 Vantage Coupe to customers began in late 2005, joined by a convertible sibling in 2007 when the Aston Martin V8 Vantage Roadster was launched. The car is hand built at Aston Martin's Headquarters at Gaydon, Warwickshire, UK and to date more than 10,000 have been delivered to customers around the world.

2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage Roadster

2009 Aston Martin Lagonda Concept

Aston Martin Lagonda concept is celebrating 100 years of manufacturing cars under the brand name Lagonda, stunning modern evolution of this flag name. Lagonda marries modern functionalism with luxury, based on organic forms, rich materials and complex surfaces. The car is based on the best platform, which, taking into account a wide range of future powertrains, including flexfuel, low-emission diesel and hybrid systems. Aston Martin Lagonda concept is composed of four seats in the International Tourer, avant-garde luxury car, which draws inspiration from the outstanding brands the past, as well as the visual language of high-speed design, spacious individualistic environment of higher class cabins and custom feel of contemporary modern furniture. Within four generous seats are divided into two zones, front and rear. As a result, relaxed, rich environment that envelops you in a warm, tactile materials. Marek Reichman, Aston Martin design director, a description of Aston Martin Lagonda concept design language as a synthesis of liquid form mixed with hard, constructed lines. This organic, emotional approach eschews a vertical surface in a broad, flowing around the body and spacious passenger cabin. A clear distinction between cabin, shoulder and flank strongly resembles a powerful and flags lines Lagondas era of 1930's and, in particular the V12 engine option LG6. Viewed from the front of the concept, the deep, strong grating is also the presence and elevation of the cars from the interwar period. Brave character lines that run along the sculpted flanks to the rear to ensure the concept is firmly planted on the road. Large 22 "wheels and cut-out of the body offer exceptional ground clearance, but the concept V12 engine provides power through all four wheels. Modern automotive brand must have strong core values and a wide range of possibilities. Modern Lagonda will lead to long-distance car, a vehicle that combines luxury cosseting extreme functionality and technical innovation. Lagonda name is an integral part of the history of Aston Martin since 1947. Aston Martin Lagonda concept shows how the brand will once again stand together with Aston Martin, as the perfect complement to today's performance. Lagonda stands for functional elegance, performance, simplicity and convenience. "Lagonda will create a new type of relationship with clients, foster the spirit of travel, adventure and style in a single package with a huge," said Dr. Ulrich No. "The agenda for the Aston Martin requirements management. Lagonda required destination. Lagonda: the revival of brand luxury Aston Martin is proud to announce the return of Lagonda, one of the landmark names in the luxury car production. The aim is to Lagonda market with a unique product of luxury performance car that combines exceptional ability with unsurpassed elegance, inside and out. Lagonda return signal a significant expansion of Aston Martin production, taking the company into new and emerging markets worldwide. To demonstrate the vision Lagonda, Aston Martin Lagonda concept car was created, which epitomises the crossing vessels, design and technology with a high-performance Aston Martin examination. Aston Martin Lagonda concept of avant-garde luxury car with a powerful four-wheel drive, four-seat car that will satisfy the most demanding owner. The concept demonstrates the commitment to innovative technologies, new materials and elegant forms. "The Lagonda luxury car is the future," said Aston Martin chief executive, Dr Ulrich Without, "a combination of general convenience, new forms and new technologies and materials." Back Lagonda meets the long term. Aston Martin modern era began in 2001 with the launch V12 win awards and build its headquarters in Gaydon, Warwickshire in 2003. In subsequent years, Aston Martin has started four classes of leading new products, revitalize the GT category and the revision of automotive beauty. Aston Martin range of award-winning DBS, DB9, Vantage and forthcoming quickly, and one-77, represent some of the most beautiful high performance cars are built elegant, highly developed and very well engineered. Aston Martin will always be sports cars, as well as a modern, exclusive and beautiful, it calls for the government, the unique nature of that reward for enthusiasts, both on road and track. First of all, Aston Martin creates an emotional reaction. This machine with a soul. Under the leadership of Dr Ulrich No, Lagonda luxury performance will bring in new markets and territories worldwide. Reflecting its remarkable history, Lagonda will return to Russia, to enter new markets in the Middle East, South America, India and China, as well as in response to demand from a dynamic, innovation-oriented consumers in Europe, North America and the Far East. Not only Lagonda Aston Martin to join the existing core markets, and the unique nature of the new brand will help take the company more than 100 territories worldwide and the expansion of the brand to new customers. "The agenda of Aston Martin is a true, pure sports car," said Dr. Ulrich No, but the Lagonda is something else that the new brand will have access to new markets and have different values for the Aston Martin. " Heritage Lagonda is one of the greatest names in automotive history, brands associated with luxury, performance, grace and exclusivity. Since the first Lagonda production cars was built 100 years ago, born in the United States, Wilbur Gunn, name Lagonda has undergone several incarnations before he soon began to Excel in the creation of racing cars and sports sedans.





Gunn first car was built in his home workshop in Middlesex, England in 1909. In 1910, forced him to Gunn 16/18hp Lagonda Tourer to victory in the Russian judicial Reliability, spectacular developments in the conduct of the Imperial Automobile Club of Russia's public relations exercise in the country's emerging road system. Win brought a lot of orders, and Gunn has focused on the Russian market, the creation of the dealers in St. Petersburg and Moscow in 1910. In truth, Russia's roads, introduced students to the enormous traffic and route, which includes St. Petersburg, Riga, Kiev and Moscow, was a strict test for any car. Gunn is a testament to the success of Lagonda in and build a solid operational performance. It was not until the next year, which began marketing Lagonda cars in the country, starting a limited production of light vehicles, which was eventually stopped by the First World War. Throughout the 20's and 30's the company expanded its premises in Staines, England, taking into account the vehicles yield more substantial touring models. Lagonda came to epitomise Edwardian passion to create new records and exploring new territory, with robust and reliable vehicles that can be easily determined trans-continental links. In 1933, the manufacturer began M45 at Olympia Motor Show in London, sports nutrition from the Tourer Henry Meadows developed six-cylinder 4.5-liter engine. The prototype was driven aristocrat and enthusiast, Edward Russell, Lord de Clifford, from Dieppe in Brindisi to Greece, beating Express on the same route about 14 hours. As a result, it was the media sensation. M45 quickly became known as a vehicle for the discerning sportsman, fast and capable but also quite useful for long journeys. At one time it was the largest engine in its class, the distinction that attracted the owners of the land, as the speed record holder Sir Malcolm Campbell, who was his M45 painted in his signature blue.



The emerging sport of long-distance, endurance racing is also an integral part of Lagonda development. In June 1935, lightweight version of M45 won the Le Mans 24 hours a day, with John Hindmarsh and Luis Fontes at the wheel. This was a landmark achievement for the brand, as well as HighPoint British sports car racing in the interwar period after the heyday of Bentley in 1920-ies. In the same month, was acquired Lagonda Alan Fine, a charismatic British lawyer whose first task was to seek qualified engineer WO Bentley. The results were LG45 Frank Feeley style that represented the pinnacle of engineering skills of time. In 1936, W.O. Bentley developed the first Lagonda V12, the engine, which was perfectly at home in the majestic long-wheeled version of the new chassis. Lagondas in the 1930's demonstrated a general harmony between the engineering and appearance, including the stately LG6 model introduced in 1937. W.O. Bentley good innovation and refinement throughout the war, and the company has developed LG6 model V12, even more imposing and dignified 'cabin, which, unfortunately, ceased production before the war. At the same time, engineers have developed a new six-cylinder engine, the War, the advantages of which were soon on the Aston Martin. Aston Martin Lagonda in collaboration with started in 1947 when David Brown, marque a new owner bought the company for £ 52500. Cooperation has access to the Aston Martin WOBentley new 2.6L DOHC six cylinder engine, as well as the talents of long body stylist Frank Feeley. Feeley is responsible for the elegant drophead version of the new 2.6 liter, the first of the David Brown era Lagonda production from 1948 to 1953. At the end of 1952, the 2.6 liter was developed in 3.0 liters, which is used a revised version of WO Bentley engine. The two-door sedan was soon joined by the four-door coupe and the drophead. Next Lagonda was developed tourist rapid response in 1963, the sleek four-door sedan, which shares many components with the Aston Martin DB4. Fifty-five were built, of which 48 survived. In the late 1960's, Aston Martin head designer William cities, a new four-door sedan from the Aston Martin DBS. Only seven cases have been built in the mid 1970's. In 1976, Aston Martin Lagonda has announced a new era, a unique, innovative car developed by William Cities in the contemporary 'wedge' of fashion, he made his own. Permalink aesthetically and technologically different from the range of Aston Martin, Lagonda was a bold and experimental, high performance luxury saloon a truly discerning. Lagonda name was briefly revived for the Vignale concept, the introduction of a luxury sedan, which was established to develop Ghia in 1993. One example survives. The name is also used for a strictly limited production Virage Lagonda saloon and shooting brakes in 1994. Lagonda stories is a long and eventful, including the two most important figures in twentieth-century British engineers, WOBentley David and Brown, racing fame, and some of the most dramatic designs in automotive history. In the 21 th century, Lagonda will return, bringing a sense of adventure and the avant-garde in the market of luxury cars, in honor of the remarkable history, as well as make a bold statement for the future.

2009 Aston Martin Lagonda Concept