1997 Aston Martin DB7 Coupe

Under the direction of Walter Hayes, the Aston Martin project DP1999 to revive the spirit of the DB4 finally reached fruition with its debut at the 1993 Geneva Motor Show. With universally acclaimed styling by Ian Callum (the DB7 is, without doubt, one of the finest looking cars of the modern era) and powered by a 3.2-litre DOHC in-line six-cylinder engine with four valves per cylinder, Zytec multi-point fuel injection and an Eaton belt-driven supercharger, the 335 bhp Aston Martin delivered stunning performance. With the option of a Getrag five-speed manual or four-speed automatic, Lockheed ventilated disc brakes and alloy18-inch rims, the DB7 also featured a bespoke interior with full Connolly hide trim and all the features one might expect from an Aston Martin. Always built in limited numbers (just 1,567 six-cylinder coupes were made), the DB7 nonetheless outsold every previous Aston Martin model, such was its popularity, and remained in production until the DB9 arrived in December 2003. The DB7 is without doubt a future classic, having revived Aston Martin's fortunes and is now becoming relatively affordable, making this an excellent investment that can be enjoyed from behind the wheel and admired for its beautiful lines.