2015 Aston Martin Vanquish Works 60th Anniversary Edition: A Nod to the Past, a Look toward The Future
The clock turns back and forward simultaneously for Aston Martin as they debut their limited-edition sports car lineup. In honor of six illustrious decades at Newport Pagnell, the luxury British brand announces its first in series of exclusive cars from the current Vanquish super GT range – all specially tailored under "Q by Aston Martin," its bespoke personalization service.
Diamond Jubilee Salute with Six-Model Lineup
A diamond jubilee typically calls for grand celebrations and Aston Martin is no exception. With their tradition-steeped history, it comes as no surprise that the company chose to mark this occasion with something truly unique – an exclusive fleet comprising both Coupe and Volante models demonstrating quintessential craftsmanship alongside technical finesse.
In this exceptional reveal, every model signifies a remarkable period capturing each decade since 1955 while utilizing some very nostalgic elements. Besides color treatments and trims that make them stand out as 'Works 60th Anniversary' models, there are subtle details incorporated into these special releases which add more depth to their historic association.
Pistonic Details Rooted in History
Most striking among these intricacies are rotaries crafted around primary controls inside each Vanquish's center console - cast from metal that once formed a piston within an engine of an iconic heritage model during different periods:
- 1955-1965: DB 2/4 Mk II saloon
- 1965-1975: DB5
- 1975-1985: V8 Coupe
- 1985-1995: V8 Vantage X-pack
- 1995-2005: V8 Vantage supercharged
- 2005-2015: Original Vanquish
The design direction for these distinguished creations was led by Marek Reichman, Aston Martin's Chief Creative Officer. The team collectively worked on embedding personal touches that give each model a unique identity.
A Collector’s Dream Unfolded
The genesis of this commemorative series germinated back in mid-2014 when the Works team collaborated with designers from Gaydon HQ to envisage their celebratory plans. Each car is equipped with Anniversary Yellow side strakes and alloy wheels which make them immediately identifiable as 60th anniversary models – quite an exceptional feat considering it is the first time colored side strakes have been attempted by Aston Martin.
Included among distinct features are rotaries derived from heritage pistons, White/black Duotone seat center panels, new heavy weave carbon fiber elements, special sill plaques depicting the respective era, and more - all featuring the custom-designed Works 60th Anniversary logo by Gaydon’s remarkable team.
A Performance Beast Residing Within a Commemorative Shell
Underneath its finely crafted exterior lurks a performance monster synonymous with the Vanquish brand. At its core resides a robust 6.0-liter V12 petrol engine mated ingeniously through a transaxle layout to Touchtronic III eight-speed automatic gearbox that truly signifies a synergy between power and precision engineering. This beast clocks impressive figures of 0-60mph in just 3.6 seconds while boasting a maximum speed exceeding 200mph.
Diamonds Are Forever
Fittingly named ‘Aston Martin Vanquish Works 60th Anniversary Edition,’ these cars encapsulate the perfect blend of artistry and technical prowess, while providing a glimpse into Aston Martin's historical journey. The well-crafted fusion of past models with modern-day excellence is an homage to their enduring legacy - indeed making them diamond jubilee treasures fit for any collector’s garage.
-Ed
2015 Aston Martin Vanquish Works 60th Anniversary Edition
