Aston MartinDB7, DB9, Vantage, V8 and Classic models
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Good Morning/Afternoon/Evening (delete where applicable to your current location). We thought you guys mighte enjoy a few shots and some technical info on a truly stunning Vantage project we were recently involved in. This car was produced by MWDesign in Vancouver, Canada for a customer who viewed the original RSC 'Vantage C' concept during our West Coast Tour earlier this year. The final product was produced in collaboration with RSC Tuning, utilizing our full power kit, RSC's H&R springs as well as a number of our carbon fiber pieces specially produced in the matte white finish you see in the pics. Full description below:
Appropriately named Helvellyn Frost, this frozen matte white Aston takes its name from a mountain range in England. This mountain epitomizes romance and beauty with a dash of treachery just as this V8 Vantage does.
The Aston Vantage is undoubtedly a stunningly beautiful car straight from the factory. To enhance her looks without becoming ostentatious, every curve had to be considered. It is a very easy process to add aftermarket parts to these cars, but also very easy to disturb the balance of beauty, proportion and classiness.
To ensure that the whole theme would work, the concept was first created in digital rendering to “test fit” the entire styling package down to the most subtle detail.
The first task was to pick a color scheme to go with. The car came from the factory finished in an already beautiful Tungsten Grey with 2 tone red/black interior and red callipers. To accentuate the lines and create a more mystical subdued glow, a crisp pure matte white was selected. This concept was executed beautifully by the pros at GPFX.
After the full color conversion, Racing Sport Concepts came into the equation for subtle aerodynamic additions and serious power upgrades. Carbon Fiber aero pieces were specially produced in matte carbon fiber to flow with the muted exterior reflectivity. The carbon pieces fit flawlessly and the matte white 2 tone effect gave a subtle flow into the rest of the bodywork.
Next on the agenda was to upgrade the stance of the Aston with wheels and suspension. To achieve this, first H&R suspension was installed to get the proper ride height. For wheels, MWDesign immediately called their good friends at Modulare wheels to fabricate a custom set of wheels for the Vantage. The prototype included a matte black lip and a highly textured tinted brushed aluminum face reminiscent of a clearcoated version of the TiAN finish found on some of the world’s most exclusive watches. After some design revisions, MWDesign applied their concept to Modulare’s then unreleased M14 wheel style. This finish was combined with piano black hardware and aluminum center cap with small body color accents. These highly detailed wheels are glued to the road via Michelin Pilot Sport PS2’s measuring 255/35/20 in the front and 285/25/20 in the rear.
After the major modifications were complete, the fine styling details had to be addressed. These small accents are often the “make or break” features in this type of project. To match the matte theme and the matte black wheel lips, matte black was applied to the side vents, front grill, window trims and trunk lip area. RSC supplied DBS-style clear tail lights were added to the rear to create a lighter, more airy feel to the body of the car. The solid Ferrari Red calipers were entirely too flashy for the vehicle and had to be subdued. The calipers were pulled out and powdercoated in a frost white with carbon fiber plate to match the body. To retain a more subtle tie with the red interior, the Brembo calliper’s bleeder line was left in red. Drawing from the influence of the GT4 Racing Vantage, removable anodized red tow hooks were installed in the front and rear giving it a small hint of red to match the interior and to pay homage to its racing counterpart.
Lastly, the Vantage’s underachieving 380hp was the final priority on the list. RSC’s Vantage-C Powerkit including a beautiful polished canister race exhaust system, high flow 200 cell catalysts and engine software retune bring this machine to a serious contender at 445hp. The loud yet refined bark emitted from the handbuilt V8 through the free flowing exhaust produces such a beautiful note that the car feels right at home whether it be at the Glyndebourne or at Goodwood.
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Last edited by Stuart@RSC; 09-10-2009 at 01:12 PM.
Looks pretty slick! Love the white/black contrast. You guys have an authorized installer in Atlanta? Aston Martin of Atlanta does not install non-OEM parts.
looks pretty slick! Love the white/black contrast. You guys have an authorized installer in atlanta? Aston martin of atlanta does not install non-oem parts.
yhm!
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AstonAficiado - I have used some folks in Tampa FL to do all the HW/SW installs listed (I have not done the paint stuff) ... PM me if you want some references & contact info ...
AstonAficiado - I have used some folks in Tampa FL to do all the HW/SW installs listed (I have not done the paint stuff) ... PM me if you want some references & contact info ...
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Hi guys..
Thank you all so much for all the complements/comments! I didn't know it turn out so well that almost everyone likes it!
Yes, Big thx to RSC for all the parts/service during the project. Also thx Stuart for showing me how much power does RSC give to this Vantage additionally during his west coast tour.
And my matte white Vantage dream comes true thx to my awesome vinyl wrapping installer-Andy@GPFX, also MW Design for all the creative ideas!
Here is some pic before and after! ya... sorry for the crappy iphone pic..but just sth to share with you guys!
The day I just got my car....
DBS tail light following....
Some pic after the car was wrapped..
Final outcome.
More better pic on http://www.seriouswheels.com/cars/20...gn-Technik.htm
I am also waiting for all the good pics from the photographer too
Enjoy!
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