Those who have followed Aston Martin’s history know that they have a history of four-door cars that is shaky at best. But the new 2010 Rapide could turn that all around. The Rapide retains the sweeping hood lines that have become the signature look of Astons in recent years,the roofline definitely takes its cues from the company’s coupes, and, of course, there’s a big engine under the hood. Continue Reading
The new 2009 Aston Martin DBS Volante blurs the line between a coupe and a convertible. Normally, those who enjoy a sporty ride with tight handling opt for a coupe, which features increased body rigidity thanks to its solid top, and those who want a leisurely cruise prefer the top-down drive of a convertible. The DBS Volante offers the best of both worlds. Continue Reading
The Aston Martin V8 Vantage is the model to watch for the average car driver. Mainly because at a starting price of $120,850, it is the only model the company offers that is anywhere remotely near the average driver’s price range. But the other main reason is that, even though its V12-powered brother the DB9 is the company’s flagship model, the Vantage is tons of fun at half the DB9’s price. Continue Reading