The most important program updates from its world premiere in 2003, Aston Martin DB9 series has received a complete package of improvements in style, engineering and equipment.
As the most successful Aston Martin of all time (an honor shared with the V8 Vantage) DB9 has become the ultimate Grand Tourer, sustainable through a combination of elegance, sportiness and sober truth luxury.
For Dr Ulrich Bez, CEO of Aston Martin, Aston Martin DB9 remains a very special car: "The DB9 is the epitome of sporting Grand Tourer, and offers an unmatched combination of driver involvement, character, luxury and refinement, this car combines our unique Aston. Martin character with an uncompromising design philosophy, craftsmanship and performance of the brand Aston Martin. "
This new package of improvements to these key features of compliments perfectly. Subtle styling changes to freshen the look of the Aston Martin DB9, a new front bumper, grille polished and redesigned intake of children with a hexagonal mesh bright. The new lighthouse looms, re-shaped silver skirts calipers, 20-spoke diamond turned alloy wheels, clear rear lamp lenses complete the external changes.
Under the skin of Aston Martin DB9 passive damping has been replaced by a new adaptive damping system (ADS), which provides a comfortable ride with better handling more acute when the unit is in Sport mode. The ADS is equipped as standard across the range Aston Martin DB9 Coupe and Volante both (convertible). A control system, tire pressure, a Bluetooth microphone revised and the addition of a new alloy plate finish and double apex options Bang & Olufsen hi-fi to extend the specification of the Aston Martin DB9.
Aston Martin Director of Product Development, Minard, Ian, explained that this is all part of an ongoing commitment to continuous improvement: "The Aston Martin DB9 was the first car built at Gaydon adoption of the VH architecture is developed each year since then, with significant changes. including improved power and subsequent reductions in CO2 emissions. The latest enhancement package goes further than ever before, highlighting the qualities of the sports GT Aston Martin DB9 as a true and highlighting their role as the backbone of our range of cars. "
Aston Martin DB9 Volante is available in Coupe or (convertible) and the rear in a central six-speed manual as standard or optional 'Touchtronic 2' six-speed automatic. Revised production Aston Martin DB9 is already underway, and deliveries will begin in July. Prices from £ 122 445 and the Aston Martin DB9 Coupe and £ 131 445 and the Aston Martin DB9 Volante.
Context
The introduction of the DB9 was the beginning of Aston Martin 21st century renaissance. The first model to be built at Aston Martin's headquarters in Gaydon, Warwickshire, and the first to be built around Aston Martins rigid, lightweight bonded aluminum VH architecture, Aston Martin DB9 was an immediate success and outstanding setting a new tone for Aston Martins in the future.
Since its launch in 2003 some 12,500 DB9S was produced and delivered to customers in 34 countries. This determines that the most successful model Aston Martin of all time (with the V8 Vantage), which exceeded the total sales of the DB7. Aston Martin DB9 current production volume is approximately 1500 cars a year.
Engineering
Since the introduction Aston Martin DB9 has shown a versatile VH architecture through the development of the Vantage, DBS and Rapide model series. In the process, Aston Martin's engineers have a more detailed understanding of the VH platform, which in turn has led to continuous improvement and development of existing models.
This last package of improvements to Aston Martin DB9, hardware modifications to focus on the platform, where the standard Adaptive Damping System (ADS), which provides a system to continuously evaluate the optimal shape dish, similar to that seen the DBS and Rapide models. Controlled by a button on the center console, a two-stage adaptive dampers can change their default mode, which is optimized for comfort and firmer Sport mode, which produces a tighter body control and responsive feel. Such is the success of the Aston Martin DB9, the new damping DB9 Sports Pack update was interrupted. However, sport design alloy wheels are available as options.
The performance is courtesy of Aston Martin 6.0-liter V12 engine that develops 470bhp held and 442 pounds foot of torque changes. Coupled with a choice of "Touchtronic" palette of six speed automatic or six-speed manual transmission H-model, the Aston Martin DB9 offers a heady mix of speed and nature of sporting endeavor. A top speed of 190 mph and the ability to hit 60 mph in just 4.6sec sealed his credentials as the final 2 +2 Gran Turismo.
Design
Improving on what many consider one of the most beautiful cars in the world is a difficult task. According to the director of Aston Martin Design, Marek Reichman is the subtlety and attention to key details: "The beauty of an Aston Martin has harmonious proportions, a ground-hugging stance, facing tight complete and thorough attention to detail them. Aston Martin DB9 is the epitome of these qualities, it is beautiful, but subtle - and not attention seeking. "
A new front bumper is the most important change, which re-shaped lower intake with a hexagonal mesh to congratulate the new high-gloss grille. The new beacon frames nose full of fresh treatment. Profile Aston Martin DB9, the threshold was changed, and the top "hockey stick" curve of the rear wheels. Marek Reichman explains: "The DB9 is still one of the most beautiful cars of the sporting world, and is immediately recognizable as Aston Martin, the changes we have introduced here to modernize the Aston Martin DB9 to keep at the forefront of automotive design."
Other changes include silver calipers, 20-spoke diamond turned alloy wheels as standard, with an option to design new wheels and a lightweight mesh surface. Clear taillight lenses are also standard. Interior Finish Aluminium Double Apex is now added to the list of options, together with the BeoSound audio system from Bang & Olufsen exceptional.
Motorsport
It reflects the Aston Martin DB9 road to success, Aston Martin Racing DBR9 and DBRS9 endurance runners have demonstrated great success in the circuits around the world. With a total of about 20 and 30 DBR9 DBRS9 built and delivered to customer teams around the world, Aston Martin has always been victorious in a variety of national and international championships.
Since winning his first race at Sebring in 2005, the DBR9 was established as a constant and extremely competitive car in the GT1 class, the class of points wins back to back to 24 hours every race - Le Mans - in 2007 and 2008 .
As the most successful Aston Martin of all time (an honor shared with the V8 Vantage) DB9 has become the ultimate Grand Tourer, sustainable through a combination of elegance, sportiness and sober truth luxury.
For Dr Ulrich Bez, CEO of Aston Martin, Aston Martin DB9 remains a very special car: "The DB9 is the epitome of sporting Grand Tourer, and offers an unmatched combination of driver involvement, character, luxury and refinement, this car combines our unique Aston. Martin character with an uncompromising design philosophy, craftsmanship and performance of the brand Aston Martin. "
2011 Aston Martin DB9 |
Under the skin of Aston Martin DB9 passive damping has been replaced by a new adaptive damping system (ADS), which provides a comfortable ride with better handling more acute when the unit is in Sport mode. The ADS is equipped as standard across the range Aston Martin DB9 Coupe and Volante both (convertible). A control system, tire pressure, a Bluetooth microphone revised and the addition of a new alloy plate finish and double apex options Bang & Olufsen hi-fi to extend the specification of the Aston Martin DB9.
2011 Aston Martin DB9 |
Aston Martin DB9 Volante is available in Coupe or (convertible) and the rear in a central six-speed manual as standard or optional 'Touchtronic 2' six-speed automatic. Revised production Aston Martin DB9 is already underway, and deliveries will begin in July. Prices from £ 122 445 and the Aston Martin DB9 Coupe and £ 131 445 and the Aston Martin DB9 Volante.
Context
The introduction of the DB9 was the beginning of Aston Martin 21st century renaissance. The first model to be built at Aston Martin's headquarters in Gaydon, Warwickshire, and the first to be built around Aston Martins rigid, lightweight bonded aluminum VH architecture, Aston Martin DB9 was an immediate success and outstanding setting a new tone for Aston Martins in the future.
Since its launch in 2003 some 12,500 DB9S was produced and delivered to customers in 34 countries. This determines that the most successful model Aston Martin of all time (with the V8 Vantage), which exceeded the total sales of the DB7. Aston Martin DB9 current production volume is approximately 1500 cars a year.
Engineering
Since the introduction Aston Martin DB9 has shown a versatile VH architecture through the development of the Vantage, DBS and Rapide model series. In the process, Aston Martin's engineers have a more detailed understanding of the VH platform, which in turn has led to continuous improvement and development of existing models.
This last package of improvements to Aston Martin DB9, hardware modifications to focus on the platform, where the standard Adaptive Damping System (ADS), which provides a system to continuously evaluate the optimal shape dish, similar to that seen the DBS and Rapide models. Controlled by a button on the center console, a two-stage adaptive dampers can change their default mode, which is optimized for comfort and firmer Sport mode, which produces a tighter body control and responsive feel. Such is the success of the Aston Martin DB9, the new damping DB9 Sports Pack update was interrupted. However, sport design alloy wheels are available as options.
The performance is courtesy of Aston Martin 6.0-liter V12 engine that develops 470bhp held and 442 pounds foot of torque changes. Coupled with a choice of "Touchtronic" palette of six speed automatic or six-speed manual transmission H-model, the Aston Martin DB9 offers a heady mix of speed and nature of sporting endeavor. A top speed of 190 mph and the ability to hit 60 mph in just 4.6sec sealed his credentials as the final 2 +2 Gran Turismo.
Design
Improving on what many consider one of the most beautiful cars in the world is a difficult task. According to the director of Aston Martin Design, Marek Reichman is the subtlety and attention to key details: "The beauty of an Aston Martin has harmonious proportions, a ground-hugging stance, facing tight complete and thorough attention to detail them. Aston Martin DB9 is the epitome of these qualities, it is beautiful, but subtle - and not attention seeking. "
A new front bumper is the most important change, which re-shaped lower intake with a hexagonal mesh to congratulate the new high-gloss grille. The new beacon frames nose full of fresh treatment. Profile Aston Martin DB9, the threshold was changed, and the top "hockey stick" curve of the rear wheels. Marek Reichman explains: "The DB9 is still one of the most beautiful cars of the sporting world, and is immediately recognizable as Aston Martin, the changes we have introduced here to modernize the Aston Martin DB9 to keep at the forefront of automotive design."
Other changes include silver calipers, 20-spoke diamond turned alloy wheels as standard, with an option to design new wheels and a lightweight mesh surface. Clear taillight lenses are also standard. Interior Finish Aluminium Double Apex is now added to the list of options, together with the BeoSound audio system from Bang & Olufsen exceptional.
Motorsport
It reflects the Aston Martin DB9 road to success, Aston Martin Racing DBR9 and DBRS9 endurance runners have demonstrated great success in the circuits around the world. With a total of about 20 and 30 DBR9 DBRS9 built and delivered to customer teams around the world, Aston Martin has always been victorious in a variety of national and international championships.
Since winning his first race at Sebring in 2005, the DBR9 was established as a constant and extremely competitive car in the GT1 class, the class of points wins back to back to 24 hours every race - Le Mans - in 2007 and 2008 .