Aston Martin has pulled the wraps off the DBS Ultimate, a 100-unit special edition of the supercar that probably spells the end of the line of the current DBS, ahead of a redesign.
The Ultimate is based on the stock DBS, and is available in either coupe or convertible (Volante) body styles, and with either a six-speed conventional automatic or six-speed manual transmission. Power comes from Aston Martin’s oft-used 6.0-liter V-12 engine, which makes 510 horsepower and 420 pound-feet of torque.
The Ultimate’s upgrades are primarily visual. The body can be painted in one of two hues, meaning buyers will choose from either Silver Fox Quantum Silver (perhaps a nod to the DBS’ starring role in James Bond’s Quantum of Solace) or Carbon Black. The wheels are silver and polished black, and customers can paint their brake calipers in red, yellow, or black.
The Ultimate edition also gets a number of carbon fiber trim pieces on the inside and outside, including the rear diffuser, taillight inserts, wing mirror caps, and dashboard/transmission tunnel trim. There are plenty of Ultimate Edition badges both inside and outside the vehicle, and a few other unusual touches (i.e. the “spicy red leather” accents on the shift paddles) hidden throughout.
Aston Martin releases its new DBS amidst rumors that a new flagship is coming, so we don’t take the Ultimate nickname for naught: this is very likely the last DBS model before a new vehicle rears its head in the near future. In the meantime, if you’d like one, rush to your nearest Aston Martin dealer — and bring $287,576 if you want the Coupe or $302,576 if you’re interested in the Volante. If you do, expect to see an Ultimate DBS in your driveway some time next year.
Thanks to: Motor Trend
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