Take the Aston Martin V8 Vantage N420 for a Test Drive
A few months ago, Aston Martin began delivering a new motorsport-inspired special edition named the V8 Vantage N420. Available through John Eagle European's Aston Martin of Austin, this limited produciton car brings a new dimension of sporting prowess and dynamic ability to the V8 Vantage range.
A new video shows the N420 in action and helps explain the Aston's racing heritage:
A successor to the special edition V8 Vantage N400 of 2007, the Vantage N420 is based upon the standard 4.7-liter, 420bhp, 180mph V8 Vantage. It is available as a Coupe or Roadster, and with a six-speed manual or optional Sportshift automated manual transmission.
The Vantage N420 draws inspiration from the company’s experiences at the Nürburgring 24-hour race. In the 2006 running of the annual Nürburgring endurance classic amongst a field of mostly motorsport homologated cars, Aston Martin entered a near-standard, road-registered V8 Vantage. Driven by a team of employees, including Aston Martin CEO, Dr Ulrich Bez, the V8 Vantage finished 4th in class and 24th overall from a field of more than 200 racing cars.
Since then, Aston Martin has returned every year to compete in this grueling endurance race, scoring a string of class victories and podiums with road-registered V8 and V12 Vantages and most recently the new four-door Rapide. Not only has this racing success spawned a burgeoning V8 Vantage GT4 customer program run by Aston Martin Racing, but lessons learned in racing at the Nürburgring has led to aerodynamic and other performance developments being fed back into Aston’s road cars.
A generous standard specification and some unique options ensure the special edition Vantage N420 is both exclusive and distinctive, while also offering a weight saving – achieved through the application of carbon fiber – over the standard V8 Vantage.
On the outside, wider sills combine perfectly with a carbon fiber splitter, side strakes and diffuser. Bold 10-spoke diamond turned alloy wheels with gloss black finish, black mesh vents and ‘Graphitic’ tailpipe finishers complete the coordinated look.
Inside, the Vantage N420 offers an Iridium interior package with graphite instruments, leather or Alcantara® steering wheel and special N420 sill plaques, complete with ‘Race Track’ stitching. Bluetooth connectivity, cruise control and Park Distance Control are also standard.
Cementing the Vantage N420’s credentials as a special edition V8 Vantage tailored for the most discerning and enthusiastic drivers, it is fitted with the normally optional Sports Pack. This package combines revised springs, dampers and anti-roll bars for even more responsive and dynamic handling, while retaining the V8 Vantage’s renowned poise, balance and long distance ability. Finally, a new sports exhaust system delivers a suitably rousing soundtrack.
A further distinctive feature is the availability of a new range of optional Aston Martin ‘Race Collection’ paint schemes. Pairing bold body colors with contrasting hues for the cant rails and radiator grille surround, they celebrate the marque’s racing heritage. All of the company’s successful N24 Vantage racers are celebrated, with ‘Rose’ yellow, ‘Kermit’ green and ‘Elwood’ blue all featuring in the collection along with traditional Aston Martin Racing green. The white and black car shown in the accompanying images wears the equally striking ‘Asia Cup’ livery.
Take a test drive with Aston's new video, then call Aston Martin of Austin to learn more about this fantastic car. The N420 is a car built for serious drivers by serious drivers.
A new video shows the N420 in action and helps explain the Aston's racing heritage:
A successor to the special edition V8 Vantage N400 of 2007, the Vantage N420 is based upon the standard 4.7-liter, 420bhp, 180mph V8 Vantage. It is available as a Coupe or Roadster, and with a six-speed manual or optional Sportshift automated manual transmission.
The Vantage N420 draws inspiration from the company’s experiences at the Nürburgring 24-hour race. In the 2006 running of the annual Nürburgring endurance classic amongst a field of mostly motorsport homologated cars, Aston Martin entered a near-standard, road-registered V8 Vantage. Driven by a team of employees, including Aston Martin CEO, Dr Ulrich Bez, the V8 Vantage finished 4th in class and 24th overall from a field of more than 200 racing cars.
Since then, Aston Martin has returned every year to compete in this grueling endurance race, scoring a string of class victories and podiums with road-registered V8 and V12 Vantages and most recently the new four-door Rapide. Not only has this racing success spawned a burgeoning V8 Vantage GT4 customer program run by Aston Martin Racing, but lessons learned in racing at the Nürburgring has led to aerodynamic and other performance developments being fed back into Aston’s road cars.
A generous standard specification and some unique options ensure the special edition Vantage N420 is both exclusive and distinctive, while also offering a weight saving – achieved through the application of carbon fiber – over the standard V8 Vantage.
On the outside, wider sills combine perfectly with a carbon fiber splitter, side strakes and diffuser. Bold 10-spoke diamond turned alloy wheels with gloss black finish, black mesh vents and ‘Graphitic’ tailpipe finishers complete the coordinated look.
Inside, the Vantage N420 offers an Iridium interior package with graphite instruments, leather or Alcantara® steering wheel and special N420 sill plaques, complete with ‘Race Track’ stitching. Bluetooth connectivity, cruise control and Park Distance Control are also standard.
Cementing the Vantage N420’s credentials as a special edition V8 Vantage tailored for the most discerning and enthusiastic drivers, it is fitted with the normally optional Sports Pack. This package combines revised springs, dampers and anti-roll bars for even more responsive and dynamic handling, while retaining the V8 Vantage’s renowned poise, balance and long distance ability. Finally, a new sports exhaust system delivers a suitably rousing soundtrack.
A further distinctive feature is the availability of a new range of optional Aston Martin ‘Race Collection’ paint schemes. Pairing bold body colors with contrasting hues for the cant rails and radiator grille surround, they celebrate the marque’s racing heritage. All of the company’s successful N24 Vantage racers are celebrated, with ‘Rose’ yellow, ‘Kermit’ green and ‘Elwood’ blue all featuring in the collection along with traditional Aston Martin Racing green. The white and black car shown in the accompanying images wears the equally striking ‘Asia Cup’ livery.
Take a test drive with Aston's new video, then call Aston Martin of Austin to learn more about this fantastic car. The N420 is a car built for serious drivers by serious drivers.
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