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Old Apr 11, 2023 | 11:21 AM
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Virage/later DB9 headlights on early DB9?

Hi all,

Was curious if Virage or DB9 (13-18) headlights with the LED strips would fit on a 05-07 DB9? I am sure there may be wiring involved, but do the housings fit?

Thinking about it as an upgrade to help the light output at night, early DB9's really suffer in this department.
 
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No. The Virage-style lamps are a different shape and require new front wings, bumper and grille—plus wiring—to fit. Not a standard "garage swap."
 
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I've upgraded my early DB9 headlights to quad modern Bi-LED projectors and the light output and beam.patyern is far superior to the later Virage/Vanquish style headlights.


https://db9s.com/upgraded-aston-martin-headlights/
 

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That is slick, sir. Very nicely done!
 
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Originally Posted by 1stV8V
No. The Virage-style lamps are a different shape and require new front wings, bumper and grille—plus wiring—to fit. Not a standard "garage swap."
Ahh, I see. Thank you for the quick response!
 
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Originally Posted by PhuketPaul
I've upgraded my early DB9 headlights to quad modern Bi-LED projectors and the light output and beam.patyern is far superior to the later Virage/Vanquish style headlights.


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That is quite the project! How long did it take to fabricate?
 

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That is quite the project! How long did it take to fabricate?
A couple of weeks, but probably only about 6 hours in total I should think.
 
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This is the new upgraded lights in use, I hadn't finished adjusting them at the time, but a huge improvement over the stock lights.


Dipped Beam

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