What a beautiful day!
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What a beautiful day, the sun is shining and I went into central London with my family and the DB9. Parked in Cavendish square car park, which I highly recommend. It has just had a refresh and the spaces have been made big enough for you to feel comfortable leaving your P&J there. There are always a couple of Lambo's and Ferrari"s there, usually under covers! Anyway, the pic below was taken there.
On the way home I went down Regent street, through Piccadilly, through Trafalgar square and then past Downing Street and then out through Chelsea back onto the M4. Despite having driven the vantage through London before I was really surprised at the response to the DB9. I have never had so many people take photos of my car before. One guy even ran down Regent street to get in front of me again to take another photograph when the lights stopped me. The passenger of the R8 behind me was also taking photographs!
Driving the DB9 through London was thoroughly enjoyable. Was tempted to do another circuit but the other half, who had enjoyed the drive gave me "That" look.
Hope you are all out in your P&Js today.
Best Regards
Josh
IMG_2316 by Josh Bear, on Flickr
same photo different treatment.
IMG_2314 by Josh Bear, on Flickr
On the way home I went down Regent street, through Piccadilly, through Trafalgar square and then past Downing Street and then out through Chelsea back onto the M4. Despite having driven the vantage through London before I was really surprised at the response to the DB9. I have never had so many people take photos of my car before. One guy even ran down Regent street to get in front of me again to take another photograph when the lights stopped me. The passenger of the R8 behind me was also taking photographs!
Driving the DB9 through London was thoroughly enjoyable. Was tempted to do another circuit but the other half, who had enjoyed the drive gave me "That" look.
Hope you are all out in your P&Js today.
Best Regards
Josh
IMG_2316 by Josh Bear, on Flickr
same photo different treatment.
IMG_2314 by Josh Bear, on Flickr
Edited by josh bear on Saturday 20th April 18:33
It's days like today where you forgive London for all its faults (and 7 month winter) - it was just stunning.
I cycled all the way from East London along the Regents Canal this afternoon. As I was cycling around Regents Park, a guy drive past in black V8V Roadster, roof down, sunnies on. I thought to myself "what a beautiful car that is, and what a lucky chap he is".
And then I thought "I've GOT one of those, and it's in the bloody garage!". Followed quickly by "What the f
k am I on my bike for???!". Call it a Lycra-Clad-Epiphany.
Sometimes I really do think I should sell it
Which is why I try and get myself on as many Astonautical drives as possible. I know deep down I'll be back in love with it after next weekend in Mid Wales.
I sure as hell won't be driving it tomorrow though - the Marathon goes past my house and the road is closed from 9am to 4pm
I cycled all the way from East London along the Regents Canal this afternoon. As I was cycling around Regents Park, a guy drive past in black V8V Roadster, roof down, sunnies on. I thought to myself "what a beautiful car that is, and what a lucky chap he is".
And then I thought "I've GOT one of those, and it's in the bloody garage!". Followed quickly by "What the f
k am I on my bike for???!". Call it a Lycra-Clad-Epiphany.Sometimes I really do think I should sell it
Which is why I try and get myself on as many Astonautical drives as possible. I know deep down I'll be back in love with it after next weekend in Mid Wales.
I sure as hell won't be driving it tomorrow though - the Marathon goes past my house and the road is closed from 9am to 4pm
Robbo66 said:
Beautiful day indeed.
Can I ask, why drive to a congested central London, rather than actually take it for a 'drive' ?. Regent st ????. Why ???.
Can't answer for Robbo but it is a buzz driving the DB9 volante thru london and clocking the admiring glances.Can I ask, why drive to a congested central London, rather than actually take it for a 'drive' ?. Regent st ????. Why ???.
Can't believe I've just said that,maybe too much wine,but who of you Londoners
will make me wrong?
OOps I'm in trouble now!!!
Robbo66 said:
Beautiful day indeed.
Can I ask, why drive to a congested central London, rather than actually take it for a 'drive' ?. Regent st ????. Why ???.
I live up north with some fantastic roads right on my doorstep. However, I will never ever tire if driving roof down through the middle of London on a nice day, especially in the evening when the lights come on and the you get to see the city reflected in the Thames. By far one of the best ways to enjoy both the car and London for me!Can I ask, why drive to a congested central London, rather than actually take it for a 'drive' ?. Regent st ????. Why ???.
Robbo66 said:
Beautiful day indeed.
Can I ask, why drive to a congested central London, rather than actually take it for a 'drive' ?. Regent st ????. Why ???.
Lol. Lots of people beaten me to it but to summarise. My beautiful wife wanted to visit tiffanys. Why go in the range rover when I have an Aston the family can fit into (mostly Can I ask, why drive to a congested central London, rather than actually take it for a 'drive' ?. Regent st ????. Why ???.
)? I used to be a sales rep in London many many years ago and know all roads really well so they hold no fear for me. Fabulous city to drive around if you avoid rush hour. Best regards
Josh
LordBretSinclair said:
Stunning day down here in the South West
Absolutely Sun shining - check
Temp over 6C - check - actually nearer 14C
I have had my V12VR since November and today was the first time that there have been great conditions to take the beast out. So I decided to go and get some petrol. Ignored the closest stations and 30 miles later found some after an enthusiastic run along the Devon lanes. Top down, corsa tyres working well, sport button pressed, exhaust very noisy (who needs 5th and 6th gear) - just fantastic.
IanV12VR said:
Absolutely
Sun shining - check
Temp over 6C - check - actually nearer 14C
I have had my V12VR since November and today was the first time that there have been great conditions to take the beast out. So I decided to go and get some petrol. Ignored the closest stations and 30 miles later found some after an enthusiastic run along the Devon lanes. Top down, corsa tyres working well, sport button pressed, exhaust very noisy (who needs 5th and 6th gear) - just fantastic.
Exactly. Beats traffic lights, reflections , taxis , jams, fumes and 20mph. Day like today, get up, get out , thrash and get back. Sun shining - check
Temp over 6C - check - actually nearer 14C
I have had my V12VR since November and today was the first time that there have been great conditions to take the beast out. So I decided to go and get some petrol. Ignored the closest stations and 30 miles later found some after an enthusiastic run along the Devon lanes. Top down, corsa tyres working well, sport button pressed, exhaust very noisy (who needs 5th and 6th gear) - just fantastic.
Wonder how may of the people apparently gawping are thinking the above
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