In the largest program of improvements since its world premiere in 2003, Aston Martin DB9 range has received a complete package of style, technology and improved 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 is a very special car: "The DB9 is the quintessential sporting Grand Tourer that offers an unmatched combination of driver involvement, character, luxury and This car combines refining our exclusive Aston. Martin's character with a design philosophy without labor, and the brand Aston Martin performance capability. "
This new package of improvements perfectly compliments these key attributes. Subtle changes in style to cool Aston Martin DB9 looks, with a new front bumper, grille glossy surface and input re-shaped lower hexagonal with sparkles. New redesigned headlights edge panels, silver calipers, 20-spoke diamond turned alloy wheels, clear lens taillights complete external audits.
Under the skin of Aston Martin DB9 passive damping has been replaced by a new adaptive damping system (ADS), which provides a comfortable ride with better handling more acute when the unit is in Sport mode.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. "
The Aston Martin DB9 is available in Coupe and Volante (convertible) with manual gearbox in the rear-mounted six-speed half or the optional 'Touchtronic 2' six-speed automatic transmission. The production of the revised version of Aston Martin DB9 is already underway, with deliveries starting in July. The prices of � 122.445 for the Aston Martin DB9 Coupe and � 131.445 for the Aston Martin DB9 Volante.
Context
The introduction of the DB9 was the beginning of the rebirth of Aston Martin in the 21st century. The first model to be built at Aston Martin's headquarters in Gaydon, Warwickshire, and the first ever Aston Martin built around rigid light, attached aluminum VH architecture, the Aston Martin DB9 was an immediate success and unprecedented a new tone for the future of Aston Martin.
Since its launch in 2003, about 12 500 DB9S has been produced and delivered to customers in 34 countries. This is confirmed by the most successful Aston Martin model of all time (with the V8 Vantage), exceeded the total DB7. The output current Aston Martin DB9 is about 1,500 cars a year.
Technology
After the introduction of the Aston Martin DB9 has proved versatile VH architecture, the development of Vantage, DBS and the Rapide model kits. The process of Aston Martin's engineers have been increasingly detailed understanding of the VH, which in turn has led to a steady improvement and development of existing established 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 delicate exercise. According to design director of Aston Martin, Marek Reichman, subtlety and attention to detail is the key: "The beauty of an Aston Martin is well provided with a position close to the ground, covering a time and complete and thorough attention to details. The Aston Martin DB9 embodies those qualities, is beautiful, but subtle - and not seeking care. "
At the front bumper new, the main change with a new lower intake hexagonal grid offers to complete the new glossy finish. Edges new lighthouse to complete the processing fresh nose. In the profile of Martin DB9 Aston threshold has also been modified with a curve more important "hockey stick" before the rear wheels. Marek Reichman explains, "The DB9 remains one of the most beautiful cars in the sports world and is immediately recognizable as an Aston Martin, the changes we have introduced here to upgrade Aston Martin DB9 to keep the cutting edge of automotive design. "
Other changes include silver brake calipers, 20-spoke diamond turned alloy wheels as standard with new grille design and a glossy finish optional. Clear lens taillights are also standard. Apex Within two finish alloy is added to the list of options, with the audio system from Bang & Olufsen BeoSound exceptional.
Motorsport
Aston Martin DB9 is mirrored by the success of the Aston Martin DBR9 road racing and endurance riders DBRS9 have proved very successful on the slopes around the world. A total of about 20 and 30 of the DBR9 DBRS9s built and delivered to customer teams around the world, Aston Martin have always put in the profits of many national and international championships.
After winning his debut race at Sebring in 2005, the DBR9 is set forever, and a very competitive car GT1 category, scoring back-to-back class victories at the largest of all 24-hour race - Le Mans - in 2007 and 2008.
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