Aston Martin is presenting the new V12
Speedster, a screen-less bespoke supercar designed to be an “uncompromising,
visceral two-seater” for a few lucky customers. The new Aston Martin V12
Speedster draws inspiration from the company’s rich racing history and will be
produced by the company’s Q division in just 88 examples, each priced at
£ 765,000 (US$ 1 million).
Power comes from a twin-turbo 5.2-liter
V12 engine, which is tuned to produce 690 HP and 752 Nm of
torque. That’s enough firepower to send the new Aston Martin V12 Speedster from
naught to 100 km/h in 3.5 seconds before hitting a limited top speed
of 300 km/h.
We’re guessing that you might want to use
a proper helmet before going out and explore the new V12 Speedster’s potential.
Underpinning the wild carbon-fiber bodywork is a bespoke aluminum platform that
mixes parts from the DBS Superleggera and Vantage. The new Aston Martin V12
Speedster rides on adaptive dampers with three drive modes while the centerlock
wheels measure 21 inches in diameter. Carbon ceramic brakes are -as expected-
standard fit.
The cockpit mixes carbon fiber with
hand-finished saddle leather, chrome, aluminum and 3D-printed rubber while
instead of a traditional glove box, Aston Martin uses a removable leather bag.
Look behind the seats and you’ll find more storage space for your stuff but not
a hint of a roof.
The new Aston Martin V12 Speedster is the
latest bespoke supercar that features no screen or roof, joining models like
the Mclaren Elva and the Ferrari Monza.
