Aston Martin plans 100th Anniversary celebrations in 2013
01-06-13, 08:58 PM
#1
Aston Martin plans 100th Anniversary celebrations in 2013
Aston Martin plans 100th Anniversary celebrations in 2013
Gallery:
http://www.autoblog.com/photos/aston...photo-5533642/
While we will just be catching our breath after obsessively covering the Detroit Auto Show, Aston Martin will be kicking off a yearlong celebration commemorating 100 years since the automaker's creation. Incorporated back in 1913, Aston Martin will be spending the year hosting numerous events in Europe and the US to celebrate. The company even created a special centenary logo aimed at commemorating the past and looking ahead to the future.
The festivities begin on January 15 when Aston Martin will present a plaque at the company's original headquarters at Chelsea's Henniker Mews in London, England followed by a reenactment of Lionel Martin at a separate event in London; both will feature a new Aston Martin Vanquish alongside the third car the automaker ever produced – a prototype named A3. In July, from the 15th through the 21st, Aston Martin will have more celebrations at its current headquarters in Gaydon, and this will include a car show with as many as 1,000 cars in attendance making it the largest gathering of Aston Martins in the automaker's history. Other events include a James Bond-inspired drive through England and Wales making site stops for past 007 movies, and there will be a driving event in California preceding this year's Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance.
http://www.autoblog.com/2013/01/06/a...in-2013-w-vid/
01-16-13, 10:53 PM
#3
Aston Martin celebrates milestone with Centenary Vanquish
Aston Martin celebrates milestone with Centenary Vanquish
Centenary Vanquish Gallery:
http://www.autoblog.com/photos/aston...photo-5577049/
100 Years of Aston Gallery:
http://www.autoblog.com/photos/100-y...photo-5577147/
Aston Martin is marking its 100th anniversary with special edition versions of its V8 Vantage, DB9, Rapide and Vanquish. The automaker will only build 100 Centenary Edition versions of each car. The first of those is the Vanquish, which boasts a special graduated paint finish and sterling silver badges with a unique enamel inlay. Indoors, buyers can expect to find the same Deep Soft leather as used in the One-77, complete with contrast silver stitching and sterling silver sill plates bearing the car's individual number.
Those who pony up the cash for the Centenary models will also receive a box packed full of exclusive "gifts," including two glass keys, bespoke key pouches, silver cuff links, a silver Rollerball pen and a pair of Bang & Olufsen headphones. There's a silver polishing cloth in there as well. Near as we can tell, the Centenary Editions will remain mechanically identical to their non-bejeweled counterparts.
http://www.autoblog.com/2013/01/16/a...nary-vanquish/
01-18-13, 08:33 PM
#4
Watch Aston Martin helicopter a Vanquish onto Dubai's Burj Al Arab hotel
Watch Aston Martin helicopter a Vanquish onto Dubai's Burj Al Arab hotel
Aston Martin was founded on January 15, 1913, and to celebrate 100 years, the British automaker has many events planned... but it's going to be hard to top the festivities that took place in Dubai. Like everything else in this city, Aston Martin went over the top to show off the Vanquish to a select group of dignitaries on the helipad of the iconic Burj Al Arab hotel. In addition, the Vanquish, Rapide, V8 Vantage and DB9 will all be offered with a Centenary Edition model with production limited to just 100 units.
Getting a car on a helipad might not sound that difficult, but this hotel's pad is 1,000 feet above the ground. Aston Martin used a helicopter to transport the Vanquish to this height, which made for quite an impressive video
On 15 January 1913 Robert Bamford and Lionel Martin form Bamford and Martin Ltd, based in Henniker Mews, off the Fulham Road in London
1915
The first Aston Martin is registered on 16 March. It is christened 'Coal Scuttle' and powered by a 1389cc Coventry Climax engine
1920
The second prototype Aston Martin is developed at new premises at Abingdon Road, Kensington. It's fitted with a 1487cc engine and front wheel brakes. It is the true forerunner to the first production cars
Count Louis Zborowski begins to invest in the company and Robert Bamford steps away
1922
An Aston Martin prototype nicknamed 'Bunny' breaks ten world records in 16 1/2 hours at Brooklands. It averages 76mph
Aston Martin fields two cars at the French Grand Prix on 16 July
1925
The company goes into receivership but is rescued by Lord Charnwood, John Benson, Augustus Cesare Bertelli and William Renwick. It is renamed Aston Martin Motors and relocates to Feltham, Middlesex
1932
Bertelli proves the speed and endurance of Aston Martin's new range by winning the Biennial Cup at the Le Mans 24 hour race with Pat Driscol
Sir Arthur Sutherland becomes the new owner of Aston Martin and focuses his efforts on a new road car range
1935
The Aston Martin Owners' Club is founded at The Grafton Hotel on Tottenham Court Road, London
1939
The highly advanced Atom prototype takes shape. It has an early type of spaceframe chassis, independent front suspension, an aerodynamic shape and a four-speed Cotal electric gearbox
1947
Engineering magnate David Brown answers an ad in The Times seeking an owner for a 'high class motor business' and buys Aston Martin for £20,000. Following the purchase of Lagonda he forms Aston Martin Lagonda
1948
A 2-litre Sports wins the Spa-Francorchamps 24-hour race
1949
Three DB2s tackle the Le Mans 24 hours, including one with a new 2.6-litre in-line six-cylinder engine designed by Willie Watson
1955
David Brown buys Tickford Motor Bodies in Newport Pagnell, Buckinghamshire. Production of Aston Martins begins to migrate to the new facility
1958
The DB4 is launched, powered by a new 3.7-litre in-line six cylinder engine designed by Tadek Marek. It produces 240bhp and propels the DB4 to 140mph. The four-seater body is designed by Carrozzeria Touring of Milan, using their 'Superleggera' construction method in which handmade aluminium panels are fixed to a tubular frame built onto a substantial platform chassis
1959
The DBR1 wins the World Sports Car Championship with victories in the Nürburgring 1000km and at Goodwood along the way. The crowning glory is outright victory at the Le Mans 24 hour with Carroll Shelby and Roy Salvadori at the wheel
1960
Aston Martin begins its long association with Milan-based coachbuilder Zagato. The DB4 GT Zagato features a 314bhp engine, acrylic windows and a super lightweight body. Only 19 are produced between 1960-1963
1964
Sean Connery as James Bond drives the new DB5 in Goldfinger and an iconic on-screen relationship is born
1972
David Brown sells Aston Martin and Company Developments take control. In a period of uncertainty Aston Martin changes hands again
1975
Canadian George Minden and American businessman Peter Sprague rescue the company from administration
1976
The controversial William Towns'-designed Lagonda is launched. It attracts a huge amount of publicity and sales are strong
1981
The company changes hands again, this time bought by Tim Hearley's CH Industrial and Victor Gauntlett's Pace Petroleum. Gauntlett becomes chairman and quickly begins to turn Aston Martin around
1984
Automotive Industrial becomes sole owners of Aston Martin but Gauntlett stays on in his role. He's soon a shareholder again when shipping magnate Peter Livanos takes a 75% share and Gauntlett the remaining 25%
1986
The Vantage Zagato is launched and becomes one of the fastest supercars in the world with a top speed of 186mph. Just 52 Coupés and 37 Volantes are produced
1987
Ford Motor Company takes a 75% share of Aston Martin and later becomes sole owner. A period of rapid investment begins
1993
The Ian Callum-designed DB7 is unveiled at the Geneva Auto Salon. It goes on sale the following year and is produced at a new factory in Bloxham, Oxfordshire. The DB7 goes on to become the most significant Aston Martin to date and represents a turning point for the company
1993
The 550bhp Vantage is launched to great acclaim
1999
DB7 Vantage Coupe and Volante versions are produced using the first V12 production engine for Aston Martin
2000
A new era begins under Dr Ulrich Bez, who becomes Chairman and CEO. His vision of a modern Aston Martin will mark the beginning of the most successful period in Aston Martin's history
2001
A new supercar utilising a bonded aluminium chassis and body with carbon fibre composites is launched. The V12 Vanquish sets a new blueprint for Aston Martin
2003
Aston Martin's new global headquarters is opened in Gaydon, Warwickshire. It's the first purpose-built facility in the company's history
DB9 production gets underway at Gaydon – the first car to use VH architecture
2004
Aston Martin's engine plant in Cologne, Germany commences production of all V12 and V8 engines
2005
The DBR9 marks a return to the racetrack. It will go on to secure class victories at Le Mans in 2007 and 2008
2007
A new chapter in the company's history is written as Aston Martin returns to independence. The Ford Motor Company sells Aston Martin to a consortium of two international investment houses, Investment Dar and Adeem Investment, led by Chairman David Richards
2009
The rapid development of the brand continues. The four-door Rapide is unveiled at the Frankfurt Motorshow and the V12 Vantage and DBS Volante are launched. Aston Martin also unveils the ultimate expression of the marque, the One-77. On its debut the One-77 wins the Design Award in the Concepts and Prototypes Class at the Concorse d'Eleganza, Ville d'Este, Italy
2011
An historic partnership is rekindled with the launch of the V12 Zagato at the Concorso d'Eleganza, Ville d'Este, Italy. It also went on to win the Design Award in the Concepts and Prototypes Class at the Concorse d'Eleganza
2012
The iconic Vanquish name returns for a new flagship. This ultimate grand tourer combines world-leading design, industry-leading technology and advanced engineering to create a car that is the best Aston Martin in history
1915
The first Aston Martin is registered on 16 March. It is christened 'Coal Scuttle' and powered by a 1389cc Coventry Climax engine
1920
The second prototype Aston Martin is developed at new premises at Abingdon Road, Kensington. It's fitted with a 1487cc engine and front wheel brakes. It is the true forerunner to the first production cars
Count Louis Zborowski begins to invest in the company and Robert Bamford steps away
1922
An Aston Martin prototype nicknamed 'Bunny' breaks ten world records in 16 1/2 hours at Brooklands. It averages 76mph
Aston Martin fields two cars at the French Grand Prix on 16 July
1925
The company goes into receivership but is rescued by Lord Charnwood, John Benson, Augustus Cesare Bertelli and William Renwick. It is renamed Aston Martin Motors and relocates to Feltham, Middlesex
1932
Bertelli proves the speed and endurance of Aston Martin's new range by winning the Biennial Cup at the Le Mans 24 hour race with Pat Driscol
Sir Arthur Sutherland becomes the new owner of Aston Martin and focuses his efforts on a new road car range
1935
The Aston Martin Owners' Club is founded at The Grafton Hotel on Tottenham Court Road, London
1939
The highly advanced Atom prototype takes shape. It has an early type of spaceframe chassis, independent front suspension, an aerodynamic shape and a four-speed Cotal electric gearbox
1947
Engineering magnate David Brown answers an ad in The Times seeking an owner for a 'high class motor business' and buys Aston Martin for £20,000. Following the purchase of Lagonda he forms Aston Martin Lagonda
1948
A 2-litre Sports wins the Spa-Francorchamps 24-hour race
1949
Three DB2s tackle the Le Mans 24 hours, including one with a new 2.6-litre in-line six-cylinder engine designed by Willie Watson
1955
David Brown buys Tickford Motor Bodies in Newport Pagnell, Buckinghamshire. Production of Aston Martins begins to migrate to the new facility
1958
The DB4 is launched, powered by a new 3.7-litre in-line six cylinder engine designed by Tadek Marek. It produces 240bhp and propels the DB4 to 140mph. The four-seater body is designed by Carrozzeria Touring of Milan, using their 'Superleggera' construction method in which handmade aluminium panels are fixed to a tubular frame built onto a substantial platform chassis
1959
The DBR1 wins the World Sports Car Championship with victories in the Nürburgring 1000km and at Goodwood along the way. The crowning glory is outright victory at the Le Mans 24 hour with Carroll Shelby and Roy Salvadori at the wheel
1960
Aston Martin begins its long association with Milan-based coachbuilder Zagato. The DB4 GT Zagato features a 314bhp engine, acrylic windows and a super lightweight body. Only 19 are produced between 1960-1963
1964
Sean Connery as James Bond drives the new DB5 in Goldfinger and an iconic on-screen relationship is born
1972
David Brown sells Aston Martin and Company Developments take control. In a period of uncertainty Aston Martin changes hands again
1975
Canadian George Minden and American businessman Peter Sprague rescue the company from administration
1976
The controversial William Towns'-designed Lagonda is launched. It attracts a huge amount of publicity and sales are strong
1981
The company changes hands again, this time bought by Tim Hearley's CH Industrial and Victor Gauntlett's Pace Petroleum. Gauntlett becomes chairman and quickly begins to turn Aston Martin around
1984
Automotive Industrial becomes sole owners of Aston Martin but Gauntlett stays on in his role. He's soon a shareholder again when shipping magnate Peter Livanos takes a 75% share and Gauntlett the remaining 25%
1986
The Vantage Zagato is launched and becomes one of the fastest supercars in the world with a top speed of 186mph. Just 52 Coupés and 37 Volantes are produced
1987
Ford Motor Company takes a 75% share of Aston Martin and later becomes sole owner. A period of rapid investment begins
1993
The Ian Callum-designed DB7 is unveiled at the Geneva Auto Salon. It goes on sale the following year and is produced at a new factory in Bloxham, Oxfordshire. The DB7 goes on to become the most significant Aston Martin to date and represents a turning point for the company
1993
The 550bhp Vantage is launched to great acclaim
1999
DB7 Vantage Coupe and Volante versions are produced using the first V12 production engine for Aston Martin
2000
A new era begins under Dr Ulrich Bez, who becomes Chairman and CEO. His vision of a modern Aston Martin will mark the beginning of the most successful period in Aston Martin's history
2001
A new supercar utilising a bonded aluminium chassis and body with carbon fibre composites is launched. The V12 Vanquish sets a new blueprint for Aston Martin
2003
Aston Martin's new global headquarters is opened in Gaydon, Warwickshire. It's the first purpose-built facility in the company's history
DB9 production gets underway at Gaydon – the first car to use VH architecture
2004
Aston Martin's engine plant in Cologne, Germany commences production of all V12 and V8 engines
2005
The DBR9 marks a return to the racetrack. It will go on to secure class victories at Le Mans in 2007 and 2008
2007
A new chapter in the company's history is written as Aston Martin returns to independence. The Ford Motor Company sells Aston Martin to a consortium of two international investment houses, Investment Dar and Adeem Investment, led by Chairman David Richards
2009
The rapid development of the brand continues. The four-door Rapide is unveiled at the Frankfurt Motorshow and the V12 Vantage and DBS Volante are launched. Aston Martin also unveils the ultimate expression of the marque, the One-77. On its debut the One-77 wins the Design Award in the Concepts and Prototypes Class at the Concorse d'Eleganza, Ville d'Este, Italy
2011
An historic partnership is rekindled with the launch of the V12 Zagato at the Concorso d'Eleganza, Ville d'Este, Italy. It also went on to win the Design Award in the Concepts and Prototypes Class at the Concorse d'Eleganza
2012
The iconic Vanquish name returns for a new flagship. This ultimate grand tourer combines world-leading design, industry-leading technology and advanced engineering to create a car that is the best Aston Martin in history
01-22-13, 06:18 AM
#6
Lexus Champion
If only I had money, I would want to participate in that Centenary Drive session from England to Wales and England to Scotland
On a brand new Aston Martin Vanquish
On a brand new Aston Martin Vanquish
03-06-13, 11:53 AM
#7
Aston Martin Vanquish Centenary Edition sparkles in silver
Gallery:
http://www.autoblog.com/photos/aston...photo-5686155/
http://www.autoblog.com/photos/aston...photo-5577049/
The traditional gift, if someone has the longevity to celebrate a 100th anniversary of... well, anything, really, is a 10-carat diamond. In lieu of that, we're going to recommend one of these Aston Martin Vanquish Centenary Edition machines. After all, it's nearly as sparkly as a diamond, and it's probably a fair bit cheaper than a 10-carat diamond that's got all four of its C's in proper order.
The car's exterior jewelry includes a graduated paint finish and solid sterling silver badges inlaid with enamel. Inside you'll find Deep Soft Black leather (the same spec as used in the One-77) with contrasting silver stitching, embroidered headrests, and sterling silver sill plaques that are individually numbered (1-100, as only 100 models will be made).
If that's not enough bling for your bucks, each car also comes with "a unique presentation box containing a number of exclusive gifts to mark the first 100 years of the company," including "two glass keys, two bespoke key pouches made from leather matching the car's interior trim, solid silver cufflinks featuring the Aston Martin script, solid silver Rollerball pen and high quality Bang & Olufsen headphones."
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03-06-13, 01:32 PM
#8
Lexus Fanatic
I have been watching my Victor by Design videos on the history of Aston Martin and I find that I appreciate the cars, the history, and the fact that they made it through their rocky start to go 100 years even more than ever.
I8ABMR's Automotive History Lesson for the day:
The DB that we see before the model name in the Aston MArtin line up actually stands for the initials of the rich English industrialist who pulled the company out of bankruptcy and pulled a win at LeMans in 1959 for the brand was a man named David Brown. To commemerate this the put his initial before the names of all of their road cars ( except for 0ne 77 and the Zagatto bodied cars). He purchased the company in 1947 ( same year Enzo Ferrari started Scuderia Ferrari and made cars bearing his name , rather the Auto Avio name he had to use under his agreement with Alfa Romeo not to use his own name on a car for 4 years after leaving Alfa)
DB7 = David Brown 7. Just another cool historical tid bit Im sure 99% of us didnt know. Hope you enjoyed !!
I8ABMR's Automotive History Lesson for the day:
The DB that we see before the model name in the Aston MArtin line up actually stands for the initials of the rich English industrialist who pulled the company out of bankruptcy and pulled a win at LeMans in 1959 for the brand was a man named David Brown. To commemerate this the put his initial before the names of all of their road cars ( except for 0ne 77 and the Zagatto bodied cars). He purchased the company in 1947 ( same year Enzo Ferrari started Scuderia Ferrari and made cars bearing his name , rather the Auto Avio name he had to use under his agreement with Alfa Romeo not to use his own name on a car for 4 years after leaving Alfa)
DB7 = David Brown 7. Just another cool historical tid bit Im sure 99% of us didnt know. Hope you enjoyed !!
03-07-13, 03:01 PM
#9
Lexus Fanatic
The I look at the vanquish the more I feel that it is the best looking car on the road today. Its not striking like a Ferrari, its simply beautiful and well balanced in its proportions. Amazing !! The nailed it on the interior as well
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