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Review: 2013 Aston Martin DB9 [w/video]
Review: 2013 Aston Martin DB9 [w/video]:
Filed under: Coupe, Performance, Aston Martin, New Car Reviews, Luxury
Fresh Arrival Makes The Virage A Distant Memory
My neighbor had been ignoring the various exotics and high-priced luxury cars parked in my driveway for many years - I should have expected that the DB9 would shatter the trend.
The morning sun was glistening off the Aston Martin's metallic Volcano Red paint when she rolled by in her late-model Acura TL, abruptly hit the brakes, and then reversed her sedan before coming to a stop in front of my driveway. The passenger window went down and she smiled before uttering seven words - a curious question followed immediately by an ardent statement.
"What is that car? It is gorgeous!"
There was no need to discuss the muscular twelve cylinders under the hood, yards of hand-stitched soft leather or its carbon-ceramic brakes. None of that mattered. As she peered at the sexy aluminum bodywork, her eyes filled with lust and then glazed over.
Continue reading 2013 Aston Martin DB9 [w/video]
Filed under: Coupe, Performance, Aston Martin, New Car Reviews, Luxury
Fresh Arrival Makes The Virage A Distant Memory
My neighbor had been ignoring the various exotics and high-priced luxury cars parked in my driveway for many years - I should have expected that the DB9 would shatter the trend.
The morning sun was glistening off the Aston Martin's metallic Volcano Red paint when she rolled by in her late-model Acura TL, abruptly hit the brakes, and then reversed her sedan before coming to a stop in front of my driveway. The passenger window went down and she smiled before uttering seven words - a curious question followed immediately by an ardent statement.
"What is that car? It is gorgeous!"
There was no need to discuss the muscular twelve cylinders under the hood, yards of hand-stitched soft leather or its carbon-ceramic brakes. None of that mattered. As she peered at the sexy aluminum bodywork, her eyes filled with lust and then glazed over.
Continue reading 2013 Aston Martin DB9 [w/video]
2013 Aston Martin DB9 [w/video] originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 06 Feb 2013 11:57:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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27 septembre 2012
Paris: Rolls-Royce goes glam, celebrates Art Deco heritage in Paris
Paris: Rolls-Royce goes glam, celebrates Art Deco heritage in Paris:
Filed under: Convertible, Coupe, Sedan, Paris Motor Show, Rolls-Royce, Design/Style, Luxury
Rolls-Royce has used the 2012 Paris Motor Show to pull the covers off its art deco-inspired Phantom saloon, Phantom Drophead Coupé and Ghost models. These three bespoke machines are said to pay homage to the 1925 Paris Exhibition or Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes. Not coincidentally, the phrase 'art deco' was coined at that very show.
These three models are finished in period-correct color schemes and feature details that include mother of pearl and silver inlays and ornamental glassware. According to Giles Taylor, Design Director Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, "Art Deco was defined by theatre, glamour and a sense of excitement. Working to create contemporary interpretations of these classic themes has been enormously rewarding for everyone in my bespoke design team." But of course.
Feel free to check out our live gallery of high-res images above along with the official shots released by Rolls-Royce below. There's also a press release or two waiting for your prying eyes, if you're so inclined.
Continue reading Rolls-Royce goes glam, celebrates Art Deco heritage in Paris
Filed under: Convertible, Coupe, Sedan, Paris Motor Show, Rolls-Royce, Design/Style, Luxury
Rolls-Royce has used the 2012 Paris Motor Show to pull the covers off its art deco-inspired Phantom saloon, Phantom Drophead Coupé and Ghost models. These three bespoke machines are said to pay homage to the 1925 Paris Exhibition or Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes. Not coincidentally, the phrase 'art deco' was coined at that very show.
These three models are finished in period-correct color schemes and feature details that include mother of pearl and silver inlays and ornamental glassware. According to Giles Taylor, Design Director Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, "Art Deco was defined by theatre, glamour and a sense of excitement. Working to create contemporary interpretations of these classic themes has been enormously rewarding for everyone in my bespoke design team." But of course.
Feel free to check out our live gallery of high-res images above along with the official shots released by Rolls-Royce below. There's also a press release or two waiting for your prying eyes, if you're so inclined.
Continue reading Rolls-Royce goes glam, celebrates Art Deco heritage in Paris
Rolls-Royce goes glam, celebrates Art Deco heritage in Paris originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 27 Sep 2012 05:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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Paris: Porsche Sport Turismo Concept introduces Panamera to pulchritude and plugging in [w/video]
Paris: Porsche Sport Turismo Concept introduces Panamera to pulchritude and plugging in [w/video]:
Filed under: Concept Cars, Hybrid, Wagon, Paris Motor Show, Porsche, Design/Style, Luxury
When we heard that Porsche would be bringing a Panamera wagon concept to Paris, reaction was just as scattered as people's reaction to the Panamera itself; some actually wondering if the Panamera isn't already a wagon, others deciding, to put it kindly, that the back end of Porsche's five-door can only go up, design-wise.
Then we saw leaked pics of the Panamera Sport Turismo Concept and it was a whole different world - one of decidedly confident beauty. Going all junior-Cayenne-with-attitude, the Sport Turismo is "an outlook on a possible Porsche sports car of tomorrow" that we think needs to drop the "possible," add some side mirrors and get with the production program.
Powered by an evolution of Porsche's current hybrid system used in the Panamera S Hybrid, the Sport Turismo Concept's new "e-hybrid" system uses the 333-horsepower, supercharged 3.0-liter V6 and a 95-hp electric motor for 416 combined horses and a 30-kilometer electric range. Unlike the current production system, this e-hybrid setup prioritizes all-electric motivation unless the driver instructs the car otherwise. Interestingly, the Sport Turismo is technically a plug-in hybrid, as the lithium-ion pack can be charged in as little as 2.5 hours when plugged into a wall outlet. Porsche says the combined powertrain is good for a 0-62 mph time in under six seconds, and the Sport Turismo can exceed 80 mph purely on electric power. (You can learn more powertrain specifics by checking out the official PR by scrolling down).
Inside is more conceptual, with a binnacle-mounted TFT screen displaying vehicle information, a black panel screen in the center console, monitors providing feeds from the cameras that substitute for sideview mirrors, and even a touchscreen starting process.
There's really nothing not to like here, and so we can find no reason not to build it. Porsche, you know what to do.
Continue reading Porsche Sport Turismo Concept introduces Panamera to pulchritude and plugging in [w/video]
Filed under: Concept Cars, Hybrid, Wagon, Paris Motor Show, Porsche, Design/Style, Luxury
When we heard that Porsche would be bringing a Panamera wagon concept to Paris, reaction was just as scattered as people's reaction to the Panamera itself; some actually wondering if the Panamera isn't already a wagon, others deciding, to put it kindly, that the back end of Porsche's five-door can only go up, design-wise.
Then we saw leaked pics of the Panamera Sport Turismo Concept and it was a whole different world - one of decidedly confident beauty. Going all junior-Cayenne-with-attitude, the Sport Turismo is "an outlook on a possible Porsche sports car of tomorrow" that we think needs to drop the "possible," add some side mirrors and get with the production program.
Powered by an evolution of Porsche's current hybrid system used in the Panamera S Hybrid, the Sport Turismo Concept's new "e-hybrid" system uses the 333-horsepower, supercharged 3.0-liter V6 and a 95-hp electric motor for 416 combined horses and a 30-kilometer electric range. Unlike the current production system, this e-hybrid setup prioritizes all-electric motivation unless the driver instructs the car otherwise. Interestingly, the Sport Turismo is technically a plug-in hybrid, as the lithium-ion pack can be charged in as little as 2.5 hours when plugged into a wall outlet. Porsche says the combined powertrain is good for a 0-62 mph time in under six seconds, and the Sport Turismo can exceed 80 mph purely on electric power. (You can learn more powertrain specifics by checking out the official PR by scrolling down).
Inside is more conceptual, with a binnacle-mounted TFT screen displaying vehicle information, a black panel screen in the center console, monitors providing feeds from the cameras that substitute for sideview mirrors, and even a touchscreen starting process.
There's really nothing not to like here, and so we can find no reason not to build it. Porsche, you know what to do.
Continue reading Porsche Sport Turismo Concept introduces Panamera to pulchritude and plugging in [w/video]
Porsche Sport Turismo Concept introduces Panamera to pulchritude and plugging in [w/video] originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 27 Sep 2012 12:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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18 août 2012
Official: Rolls-Royce debuts Phantom Coupe Aviator Collection at Pebble Beach
Official: Rolls-Royce debuts Phantom Coupe Aviator Collection at Pebble Beach:
Filed under: Coupe, Rolls-Royce, Design/Style, Luxury
As if its cars aren't already exclusive enough on their own merit, Rolls-Royce is debuting an ultra-limited production version of the Phantom Coupe at Pebble Beach today. With only 35 cars expected to be built, the Rolls-Royce Phantom Coupe Aviator Collection celebrates Charles Stewart Rolls - Rolls-Royce co-founder - who had a passion for flying and was only the second man in Britain to have a pilot's license before his death in 1910.
Unique elements of the Phantom Coupe Aviator Collection include the Aviator Grey exterior hue accented with a matte finish on the grille, hood and window frame. Setting the aeronautical theme of the car, the interior is fitted with exclusive features like the matte-black instrument gauges, an aviation-grade clock in the middle of the dash and a lower dash veneer that mimics the look of an old wooden airplane propeller. Even the transmission tunnel boasts an anodized aluminum cover with exposed torx-head bolts which attempts to match the fuselage of Rolls' award-winning (and Rolls-Royce-powered) Supermarine S6B aircraft.
No detail was overlooked in creating a truly unique atmosphere for the Aviator Collection so much so that it has a leather-lined glove box with the following quote from Rolls himself embossed into it:
Scroll down to read the press release.
Continue reading Rolls-Royce debuts Phantom Coupe Aviator Collection at Pebble Beach
Filed under: Coupe, Rolls-Royce, Design/Style, Luxury
As if its cars aren't already exclusive enough on their own merit, Rolls-Royce is debuting an ultra-limited production version of the Phantom Coupe at Pebble Beach today. With only 35 cars expected to be built, the Rolls-Royce Phantom Coupe Aviator Collection celebrates Charles Stewart Rolls - Rolls-Royce co-founder - who had a passion for flying and was only the second man in Britain to have a pilot's license before his death in 1910.
Unique elements of the Phantom Coupe Aviator Collection include the Aviator Grey exterior hue accented with a matte finish on the grille, hood and window frame. Setting the aeronautical theme of the car, the interior is fitted with exclusive features like the matte-black instrument gauges, an aviation-grade clock in the middle of the dash and a lower dash veneer that mimics the look of an old wooden airplane propeller. Even the transmission tunnel boasts an anodized aluminum cover with exposed torx-head bolts which attempts to match the fuselage of Rolls' award-winning (and Rolls-Royce-powered) Supermarine S6B aircraft.
No detail was overlooked in creating a truly unique atmosphere for the Aviator Collection so much so that it has a leather-lined glove box with the following quote from Rolls himself embossed into it:
"The power of flight is as a fresh gift from the Creator, the greatest treasure yet given to man."Rolls-Royce has not announced any pricing for the 1-of-35 Phantom Coupe Aviator Collection, but you know how the saying goes: "If you have to ask..."
Scroll down to read the press release.
Continue reading Rolls-Royce debuts Phantom Coupe Aviator Collection at Pebble Beach
Rolls-Royce debuts Phantom Coupe Aviator Collection at Pebble Beach originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 17 Aug 2012 17:31:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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28 juillet 2012
Lexus LS 2013 : Officiellement classique
Lexus LS 2013 : Officiellement classique:
Hier en fin de journée cette photo est apparue sur la page Facebook de Lexus, insidieusement coincée entre deux publicités pour une LFA jaune. Nous la tenions et les images que je vous ai proposé il y a deux jours étaient les bonnes. Une grande berline classique dans son allure qui emprunte à la fois à la GS 2012/2013 pour les faces avant et arrière et à la LS 2012 pour le profil.
Mais il n’y a pas qu’une seule images puisque vous allez pouvoir découvrir ci dessous les images de la LS 2013 dans sa version 460 AWD et F-Sport. La version « standard » est presque plus élégante du fait de l’absence de roues qui mélangent les coloris à la mode noir et alu brillant et des bas de caisse qui alourdissent le profil de cette grand auto qui va s’attaquer au Serie7, A8 et Classe S sans oublier les XJ et Quattroporte.
Les moteurs V8 4.6 L et Hybrid seront de la partie l’an prochain tout comme les chassis STD et LWB. Je ne désespère pas d’ici à lundi soir de vous trouver les photos de l’habitacle de cette grande berline de luxe qui est et reste une rareté sur nos routes (8 ex vendus en France en 2011 soit moitié que de GS…)
En attendant d’en voir plus et d’en apprendre plus, profitez de ces premières images officielles. Un grand merci à Boris pour le lien et l’info
Via Lexus.
Source : Blog Automobile Billet : Lexus LS 2013 : Officiellement classique
Hier en fin de journée cette photo est apparue sur la page Facebook de Lexus, insidieusement coincée entre deux publicités pour une LFA jaune. Nous la tenions et les images que je vous ai proposé il y a deux jours étaient les bonnes. Une grande berline classique dans son allure qui emprunte à la fois à la GS 2012/2013 pour les faces avant et arrière et à la LS 2012 pour le profil.
Mais il n’y a pas qu’une seule images puisque vous allez pouvoir découvrir ci dessous les images de la LS 2013 dans sa version 460 AWD et F-Sport. La version « standard » est presque plus élégante du fait de l’absence de roues qui mélangent les coloris à la mode noir et alu brillant et des bas de caisse qui alourdissent le profil de cette grand auto qui va s’attaquer au Serie7, A8 et Classe S sans oublier les XJ et Quattroporte.
Les moteurs V8 4.6 L et Hybrid seront de la partie l’an prochain tout comme les chassis STD et LWB. Je ne désespère pas d’ici à lundi soir de vous trouver les photos de l’habitacle de cette grande berline de luxe qui est et reste une rareté sur nos routes (8 ex vendus en France en 2011 soit moitié que de GS…)
En attendant d’en voir plus et d’en apprendre plus, profitez de ces premières images officielles. Un grand merci à Boris pour le lien et l’info
Via Lexus.
Source : Blog Automobile Billet : Lexus LS 2013 : Officiellement classique
11 juillet 2012
Official: Aston Martin makes V12 Vantage Roadster official
Official: Aston Martin makes V12 Vantage Roadster official:
Filed under: Convertible, Performance, Aston Martin, Luxury
Here it is in all of its open air glory: The 2013 Aston Martin V12 Vantage Roadster.
Aston Martin has just released official photos and specs for its all-new roadster that will have limited availability around the world. It is powered by Aston's 6.0-liter naturally aspirated V12 engine that cranks out 510-horsepower and 470 pound-feet of torque. The English firm promises a 0-to-62 mph time of 4.5 seconds and a top speed of 190 mph.
Compared to the V12 Vantage Coupe, the roadster has a redesigned rear decklid, which includes a new "flip" to provide high-speed stability and lower front intakes. It also arrives with chassis changes and a modified damper setup with unique valves and redesigned rear springs. Oh, and it's a convertible.
Aston uses carbon fiber all around the body and will offer an optional interior package with additional carbon fiber pieces.
The roadster comes with a starting price of ₤150,000 - that's $233,340 to you, Yankee. Scroll down to view the press release.
Continue reading Aston Martin makes V12 Vantage Roadster official
Filed under: Convertible, Performance, Aston Martin, Luxury
Here it is in all of its open air glory: The 2013 Aston Martin V12 Vantage Roadster.
Aston Martin has just released official photos and specs for its all-new roadster that will have limited availability around the world. It is powered by Aston's 6.0-liter naturally aspirated V12 engine that cranks out 510-horsepower and 470 pound-feet of torque. The English firm promises a 0-to-62 mph time of 4.5 seconds and a top speed of 190 mph.
Compared to the V12 Vantage Coupe, the roadster has a redesigned rear decklid, which includes a new "flip" to provide high-speed stability and lower front intakes. It also arrives with chassis changes and a modified damper setup with unique valves and redesigned rear springs. Oh, and it's a convertible.
Aston uses carbon fiber all around the body and will offer an optional interior package with additional carbon fiber pieces.
The roadster comes with a starting price of ₤150,000 - that's $233,340 to you, Yankee. Scroll down to view the press release.
Continue reading Aston Martin makes V12 Vantage Roadster official
Aston Martin makes V12 Vantage Roadster official originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 11 Jul 2012 13:29:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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10 avril 2012
Bufori Geneva : Le luxe asiatico-barocco-rococo (vidéo)
Bufori Geneva : Le luxe asiatico-barocco-rococo (vidéo):
La Bufori Motor Car Company profitera du prochain salon de Pékin pour présenter la version définitive de sa grande berline, la Geneva. Pour ceux qui s’en rappellent, Bufori avait dévoiler au salon de Genève 2010, la version « concept » de cette très grande voiture de luxe malaise qui a désormais l’ambition de séduire les marchés asiatiques et surtout chinois.
La Bufori Geneva est une voiture aux dimensions généreuses pour ne pas dire imposantes :
L : 5.47 m / l : 1.91 m / h : 1.52 / Empattement : 3.57 m / Poids : 2.450 kg / Réservoir : 120 L
Je ne m’attarderais sur l’allure baroque et légèrement surchargée de la voiture du constructeur de Kuala Lumpur mais il semble que cela séduise certains clients qui ont déjà fait le choix du coupé Bufori La Joya. Cette Bufori Geneva est motorisée par la dernière évolution du moteur Chrysler V8 HEMI dans sa version 6.4 L forte de 470 ch, 630 Nm. Sur la Bufori, ce moteur est associé à une BVA à 5 rapports qui transmet la puissance aux roues arrières. La voiture est annoncée avec une Vmax de 280 km/h et un 0 à 100 km/h plié en 5.4 secondes seulement… de quoi rivaliser avec les Classe S, XJ ou Quattroporte. La voiture est posée sur 4 roues indépendantes en 20 pouces chaussées en 245/45 R 20 et 255/45 R20 et elle profite de toutes les aides électroniques à la conduite que l’on trouve sur les voitures de luxe du moment.
L’habitacle, prévu pour 4 personnes, se veut luxueux, cosy, très bien fini et suréquipé avec notamment une sellerie intégrale en cuir, de l’électronique embarquée avec DVD avec un karaoké, une belle hifi, un frigo et une théière électrique pour les passagers arrières. On remarquera quand même que la planche de bord semble provenir d’une ancienne Honda ce qui choquera les puristes et les amateurs d’autos rococo !
Pour découvrir la Bufori Geneva en vidéo, c’est par là.
Pour les spécifications, c’est par ici.
http://www.bufori.com/en/mk6geneva_specs.htm
Au salon chinois, Bufori exposera cette belle version bleue et annoncera la mise en place de plusieurs concessionnaires chinois qui viendront appuyer le tout nouveau concessionnaire Bufori de Shanghai.
Via Bufori, Youtube.
Source : Blog Automobile
Billet : Bufori Geneva : Le luxe asiatico-barocco-rococo (vidéo)
La Bufori Motor Car Company profitera du prochain salon de Pékin pour présenter la version définitive de sa grande berline, la Geneva. Pour ceux qui s’en rappellent, Bufori avait dévoiler au salon de Genève 2010, la version « concept » de cette très grande voiture de luxe malaise qui a désormais l’ambition de séduire les marchés asiatiques et surtout chinois.
La Bufori Geneva est une voiture aux dimensions généreuses pour ne pas dire imposantes :
L : 5.47 m / l : 1.91 m / h : 1.52 / Empattement : 3.57 m / Poids : 2.450 kg / Réservoir : 120 L
Je ne m’attarderais sur l’allure baroque et légèrement surchargée de la voiture du constructeur de Kuala Lumpur mais il semble que cela séduise certains clients qui ont déjà fait le choix du coupé Bufori La Joya. Cette Bufori Geneva est motorisée par la dernière évolution du moteur Chrysler V8 HEMI dans sa version 6.4 L forte de 470 ch, 630 Nm. Sur la Bufori, ce moteur est associé à une BVA à 5 rapports qui transmet la puissance aux roues arrières. La voiture est annoncée avec une Vmax de 280 km/h et un 0 à 100 km/h plié en 5.4 secondes seulement… de quoi rivaliser avec les Classe S, XJ ou Quattroporte. La voiture est posée sur 4 roues indépendantes en 20 pouces chaussées en 245/45 R 20 et 255/45 R20 et elle profite de toutes les aides électroniques à la conduite que l’on trouve sur les voitures de luxe du moment.
L’habitacle, prévu pour 4 personnes, se veut luxueux, cosy, très bien fini et suréquipé avec notamment une sellerie intégrale en cuir, de l’électronique embarquée avec DVD avec un karaoké, une belle hifi, un frigo et une théière électrique pour les passagers arrières. On remarquera quand même que la planche de bord semble provenir d’une ancienne Honda ce qui choquera les puristes et les amateurs d’autos rococo !
Pour découvrir la Bufori Geneva en vidéo, c’est par là.
Pour les spécifications, c’est par ici.
http://www.bufori.com/en/mk6geneva_specs.htm
Au salon chinois, Bufori exposera cette belle version bleue et annoncera la mise en place de plusieurs concessionnaires chinois qui viendront appuyer le tout nouveau concessionnaire Bufori de Shanghai.
Via Bufori, Youtube.
Source : Blog Automobile
Billet : Bufori Geneva : Le luxe asiatico-barocco-rococo (vidéo)
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