2005 Aston Martin DB9 Coupe
Result: PASSED IN
Specifications
| Engine | 5935cc, V-12 |
|---|---|
| Gearbox | 6-speed Automatic |
| Body Work | Coupe |
| Colour | Meteorite Grey |
| Interior | Grey |
| Trim | Leather |
| Wheels | Alloy |
| Brakes | Discs |
Description
Introduced in 2004, the Aston Martin DB9 was the first Aston to be produced at the then-new Gaydon, Warwickshire factories. Based on the Aston 'Vertical Horizontal' platform, it utilised an aluminium-bonded body frame and was designed from the outset to be a 2+2 coupe. Mounted within the sensuously styled body was a 5953cc, 450bhp V-12 that ran the DB9 to a 300km/h top speed, matched to transaxle-mounted (for better weight distribution) 6-speed manual (by Graziano) or automatic (by ZF) transmission. Of course, the interior was a luxurious delight, with fillets of aluminium hinting at sportiness and offsetting the usual full leather Aston trimmings. A delight to be seen in, as well as to drive, the DB9 has formed part of the backbone that has seen Aston Martin remain successful to this day.
