Luxury British marque, Aston Martin, previewed the new V8 Vantage S Red Bull Racing Edition today in Sydney, Australia. The special edition was displayed waterside at Doltone House, Pyrmont, against the stunning Sydney Harbour Bridge backdrop.
22 March 2017, Sydney: Luxury British marque, Aston Martin, previewed the new V8 Vantage S Red Bull Racing Edition today in Sydney, Australia. The special edition was displayed waterside at Doltone House, Pyrmont, against the stunning Sydney Harbour Bridge backdrop.
Local VIP customers were introduced to the brand’s latest offering during a private evening event, hosted by Aston Martin’s President and Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Andy Palmer. In addition, the new Vanquish S made its Australian debut, also unveiled alongside Sydney’s iconic cityscape.
The V8 Vantage S Red Bull Racing Edition follows in Aston Martin’s renowned tradition of launching highly desirable and collectable models created by the marque’s in-house personalisation service; Q by Aston Martin. Celebrating the two brands’ unique ‘Innovation Partnership’, Aston Martin’s latest global offering takes approval from Red Bull Racing drivers Daniel Ricciardo and Max Verstappen, with their signatures adorning both sill and inspection plaques.
Available with Aston Martin’s characterful V8 naturally aspirated power units, and also as a V12 variant, both Vantage Red Bull Racing Editions are equipped with a range of distinguishing features for the most devoted Formula 1® enthusiast.
Building on the appeal of the sports-focused Vantage range, the models deliver a blend of eye-catching looks and an engaging and visceral drive experience.
Taking inspiration from Red Bull Racing’s distinctive race livery, owners will be treated to a deep Mariana Blue paint finish as standard. For those wanting a slight twist, gloss Tungsten Silver or satin Mariana Blue exteriors are also optional.
Complementing Aston Martin’s signature paint finish is a race-inspired carbon fibre splitter, diffuser, grille and side strakes. Red infills on the carbon fibre grille and yellow calipers complete the iconic colour scheme.
Inside, customers can expect further sporting features, including Red Bull Racing headrest embroidery, carbon fibre trim inlays and a full-leather steering wheel complete with 12 o’clock accent stripe.
Dr Andy Palmer, said: “We are excited to offer a preview of the new V8 Vantage S Red Bull Racing Edition model to our VIP Sydney clients.
“We are also thrilled to reveal the new Vanquish S to the Australian market. We are already experiencing unprecedented demand for Vanquish S in Australia, reaffirming the strong affinity for Aston Martin in Australia.”
The Vantage S Red Bull Racing Editions are available to order immediately. The V8 Vantage S Red Bull Racing Edition pricing starts at $AUD 259,995 drive away, and the V12 Vantage S Red Bull Racing Edition Sportshift from $AUD 422,770 plus on-road costs. Deliveries will commence in Q2 2017.
The Aston Martin Vanquish S is priced from $AUD 489,950 excluding on-road costs, with deliveries commencing in April 2017.