Aston Martin DB One Concept

by James on February 25, 2008

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DB by Design

This elegant interpretation of an original Aston Martin is the vision of a young Spanish designer, Ruben Vela, and he sums it up as “a fresh vehicle that also represents all the tradition of the brand.”

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“But if you could drive this two seats super-car you will feel integrated in it because the dashboard wraps you, and the glass-roof makes you feel like being inside a F-15, feeling the power pushing your back.”

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Dimensions
Length ………….4,820 mm
Width ………….1,960 mm
Height ………….1,200 mm
Wheel Base………. 3,000 mm
Weight ………….1,840 kg
Powertrain
Engine ………….6.035cc. V12, 550bhp @ 6500rpm, 445lb ft @ 4000-6000rpm
Transmission………Six-speed manual, rear-wheel drive.
Performance……… 0-60mph 4.0sec (est.), 215mph (est.)

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Images courtesy of carbodydesign.com

Contact Designer Ruben Vela at ruben.vela@gmail.com

{ 9 comments… read them below or add one }

Zell February 26, 2008 at 8:30 pm

I really hope that does not go past the drawing board… IT’S HEDIOUS!!!! To be fair, it’s an odd design, futuristic, maybe cool, but not for an Aston Martin… it simply defies the classic, class and style of Aston Martin.

James February 26, 2008 at 10:55 pm

I kinda like it, I do think the rearend is stupid looking, but I do think he held true to Aston Martin appeal with the rest, everything forward of the rear wheels is sharp.

Kimberly February 27, 2008 at 1:24 am

I really like it- everything but the back. It looks like it’s unfinished or a last minute detail to try and make it look cool, but it didn’t succeed… other wise, it’s a gorgeous car.

Tom February 27, 2008 at 12:07 pm

i do have concerns with what looks like a carbon fibre roof – that would ruin, it but are you blind?
it looks like the offspring of a corvette and a jet fighter – what is not to like about the appearence
the only problem there is the flick of the spoiler at the back – where it looks as if a fench artist has got too enthusiastic with his work and tryed to put some picasso in it

but by jupitar thats a good looking car>
fromthe side it looks like the hellcat tbh
and the specs are brilliant for an aston – 215mph is pretty impressive – i mean thats not exactly slow

Dana February 27, 2008 at 1:51 pm

Cool car! Amazing concept!

Jantje! March 1, 2008 at 1:02 pm

It’s kinda cool… But it’s just not an Aston Martin!

Hampstead March 6, 2008 at 2:56 am

The concept has missed the most important point.

It looks American. Aston Martin is English.

It’s an insult the the heritage of Aston Martin.

James March 6, 2008 at 6:59 pm

I think ‘insult’ is a tad over the top! For a young design artist with an obvious appreciation for the prestige that is Aston Martin he has done a good job.
It’s only a concept, the thought of one man!

Hampstead March 9, 2008 at 4:23 am

Yes – perhaps insult is a bit strong.

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