Bonds "NEW" Aston

[Vanin]

So apart from the controversial looks, the controversial name, colour and interior space, what weaponry could Q possibly have invented for the car?

They must be running short of new ideas but perhaps there are some forthcoming from the forum.

[RichB]

R8VBV said:

yorkieboy said:

Read on twitter that it could be a rebodied Merc AMG GT!!

Don't say I didn't call it!

You didn't

via Autoblog:

'According to Automotive News, a reskinned V8 Vantage is exactly what the DB10 is. Instead of basing the limited-production spymobile on the new architecture it's developing and fitting it with the new engine it's sourcing from Mercedes-AMG, the DB10 is built around the same VH platform and V8 engine as the aging Vantage.'

[avinalarf]

RichB said:

ou didn't

via Autoblog:

'According to Automotive News, a reskinned V8 Vantage is exactly what the DB10 is. Instead of basing the limited-production spymobile on the new architecture it's developing and fitting it with the new engine it's sourcing from Mercedes-AMG, the DB10 is built around the same VH platform and V8 engine as the aging Vantage.'

If that's the case they might have been better off using a V12 Vantage,getting a few more sales off the current model.

[RichB]

Frankly, I'd have used the Zagato but they'd have been too costly to smash up!
Ho hum it's only a flim.

[DBPHiL]

Didn't take 'em long,
1:18th model.....
http://www.diecastlegends.com/diecast-brands/matte...

[avinalarf]

DBPHiL said:

Didn't take 'em long,
1:18th model.....
http://www.diecastlegends.com/diecast-brands/matte...

The photo of the model shows off the car better than the former pics.
I quite like the chunky rear wheel arches but still not sure about the headlights.
I presume that's a carbon splitter,that's going to be expensive when damaged.
Overall it's ok,but doesn't set the world alight.

Edited by avinalarf on Tuesday 9th December 16:42

[Bincenzo]

Steven, you appear to be posting sober........why are you not imbibing in Soho?

[RichB]

avinalarf said:

The photo of the model shows off the car better than the former pics.

Where are the pictures of the model? That link is to a picture of the full size car at the unveiling.

[avinalarf]

Bincenzo said:

Steven, you appear to be posting sober........why are you not imbibing in Soho?

My apologies,I have only just got home from work and I'm knackered .
I would love to be there with you all but there's not much point turning up at 20.00.
My very best wishes to you all for a Merry Xmas and a healthy and prosperous New Year.
Tell Nick the cheques in the post.

[avinalarf]

RichB said:

avinalarf said:

The photo of the model shows off the car better than the former pics.

Where are the pictures of the model? That link is to a picture of the full size car at the unveiling.

I thought the pics of the die cast model were posted by DB Phil .

[DBPHiL]

avinalarf said:

RichB said:

avinalarf said:

The photo of the model shows off the car better than the former pics.

Where are the pictures of the model? That link is to a picture of the full size car at the unveiling.

I thought the pics of the die cast model were posted by DB Phil .

'twas...
model is a pre-order and still in early production, so no pics of the actual model yet

[RichB]

Perhaps they could do a limited run of it in its WEC livery - nice!

[speech]

RichB said:

Perhaps they could do a limited run of it in its WEC livery - nice!

Wow, suddenly I'm liking the new model a LOT more!

[RichB]

speech said:

Wow, suddenly I'm liking the new model a LOT more!

Indeed, it's amazing how a different paint job affects the shape.

[avinalarf]

RichB said:

speech said:

Wow, suddenly I'm liking the new model a LOT more!

Indeed, it's amazing how a different paint job affects the shape.

Well I did say in my first post that "boring"grey was not the best colour with which to showcase the car.

[mikey k]

RichB said:

speech said:

Wow, suddenly I'm liking the new model a LOT more!

Indeed, it's amazing how a different photoshop affects the shape.

Corrected for you
Though it certainly looks the part!

[RichB]

Of course, that goes without saying... oh, you just did

[Moonhawk]

I'm not sure I like it - the front end looks weird and the rear looks like the f-type (not a bad thing per-se - but not original either). The proportions from the side look somehow off......can't quite put my finger on why, the bonnet seems too long?!?

The best Aston concept I have seen is the fan made DBC - although probably not appropriate for Bond.

[stimshady]

RichB said:

Perhaps they could do a limited run of it in its WEC livery - nice!

Now we're talking, that looks mean!

[avinalarf]

Moonhawk said:

I'm not sure I like it - the front end looks weird and the rear looks like the f-type (not a bad thing per-se - but not original either). The proportions from the side look somehow off......can't quite put my finger on why, the bonnet seems too long?!?

The best Aston concept I have seen is the fan made DBC - although probably not appropriate for Bond.

Curious,so I googled it.....