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Saturday, April 07, 2007

Aston Martin V8 Vantage Roadster

Source: Aston Martin site News - here.

Los Angeles - Nov 2006 - The new Aston Martin V8 Vantage Roadster - ww most wanted convertible has been unveiled at the LA Auto Show on November 29th 2006.

Aston Martin Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Dr Ulrich Bez said: “The V8 Vantage Roadster is a pure sports car, a car that heightens the senses and provides a dynamically thrilling driving experience.

“The Vantage Roadster adds to the unbeatable thrill of open air motoring and by combining engineering excellence, technological innovation and physical perfection, will ensure every journey is one to remember.”

Perfectly proportioned, with a low purposeful stance, the Vantage Roadster is uncompromisingly modern yet also incorporates classic Aston Martin design cues. The elegant lines are fused with traditional craftsmanship and striking 21st century style, with an interior hand-trimmed and finished in the finest quality genuine materials.

The Vantage Roadster will be built at Aston Martin’s global headquarters at Gaydon, near Warwickshire in the UK, joining the current Aston Martin line-up. This now comprises the flagship Vanquish S, the elegant DB9 and the agile V8 Vantage Coupe.

some tech specs

- Weight:1710kg
- Max power: 283kW (380 bhp) @ 7000 rpm
- Max torque: 410 Nm (302 lb.ft) @ 5000 rpm
- Acceleration: 0-60mph – 4.9 seconds 0-100km/h – 5.0 seconds
- Max speed: 175mph (280 km/h)

more info here

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