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Official Aston DB9, Vanquish and V8 Vantage picture thread

Discussion in 'British' started by Cavallini, Aug 13, 2006.

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  1. Cavallini

    Cavallini Formula 3

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    #1 Cavallini, Aug 13, 2006
    Greetings ladies and gents. I think this is a much needed addition to F-chat for these beauties.

    I'm especially interested in seeing the DB9 in live, real light shots, especially next to other cars. I think it becomes more beautiful than in computer generated shots but I haven't seen enough shots to reach an informed view.

    Many thanks,



    Cavallini
     
  2. PaulC

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  3. dongerdude

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  4. Cavallini

    Cavallini Formula 3

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    #4 Cavallini, Aug 15, 2006
    No Aston Martinis huh????

    Come now, I know someone loves these models and has shots to share.

    Anyone? Anyone? Anyone? ;)



    Forza,


    Cavallini
     
  5. Webby

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    #5 Webby, Aug 15, 2006
    i'm going to bed, I'll post a lot tomorrow, I love aston martins
     
  6. sandersja

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  7. sandersja

    sandersja Formula Junior

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  8. Webby

    Webby F1 Veteran

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    #8 Webby, Aug 16, 2006
    nice car John!
     
  9. Koby

    Koby Formula 3

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    #9 Koby, Aug 18, 2006
    DB9's wood dash should be considered a mandatory option on the v8, that plastic on the center consol is so out of place compared to the rest of the car.
     
  10. Cavallini

    Cavallini Formula 3

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    #10 Cavallini, Aug 20, 2006

    Mr. Sanders that is lovely, lovely, lovely.

    Tell us more about the driving experience. We don't hear much about Astons in these parts. ;)



    Forza,


    Cavallini
     
  11. mrmckay

    mrmckay Formula Junior

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    #11 mrmckay, Aug 20, 2006

    Beautiful car! What do you like about the car? What do you think about the build quality? Have you had any problems? Do you think it's underpowered? What did it make you appreciate about the 355?

    Regards,
    Chris
     
  12. Webby

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  15. Webby

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    #15 Webby, Aug 20, 2006
    as always, none of the pictures are mine, but I do have hi-res available for all
     
  16. sandersja

    sandersja Formula Junior

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    #16 sandersja, Aug 22, 2006
    I am a sucker for design and styling - the Vantage is a beautiful machine. It is also nice that it is a bit more discrete than a Ferrari with Car People noticing it but the General Public being oblivious to it.

    So far I have been quite surprised at how well constructed it is - no rattles/squeaks and no mechanical problems. I don't really understand the arguements made about it being underpowered with just 380 HP. This is enough in my F355 and in the V8V I have no problems being able to scare myself or in becoming a traffic criminal. I think most of the power-issues are from magazine-racers who think that you can notice a fraction of a second in all of those drag races that they do.

    I have always been a sports-car guy but the V8V seems more like a muscle-car experience relative to the Ferrari - especially given the exhaust sounds. I am so impressed by the F355 suspension relative to the Aston - the Vantage is very good but is significantly harder. The Ferrari is more compliant over bumps but feels quicker and more stable in hard turns.

    It is certainly a pleasant challenge to decide which to take on a drive.
     
  17. DropGems

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    #17 DropGems, Aug 22, 2006

    Ahh man. I can't wait till mine comes in. I have to wait another 6 months probably. Thanks for the write up. Is yours an 2006 or 2007?
     
  18. rush109

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    #18 rush109, Aug 22, 2006
    I love how you put one of my pics in there!
     
  19. Michiel Mobiel

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    #19 Michiel Mobiel, Aug 23, 2006
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    What do you think of this DB4GT Zagato inspired Vanquish S.

    I made this drawing on request of some owner.
    The chassis structure has not been changed, just some bodypanels.
    Can you spot the differences?
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  20. ryalex

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    #20 ryalex, Oct 14, 2006
    Could it be softer with age?
     
  21. thepinkumbrella

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  24. lawandorder360

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  25. dongerdude

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