DB7 and DB7 Vantage

Regarded by many as one of the world’s most beautiful cars, the DB7 received many subtle but effective changes over its 10 year life to complement the elegant, yet classic body design which, since 1993 has epitomised the pedigree, heritage and tradition of Aston Martin. Twenty five years on from the DB6, Ian Callum designed the DB7 to encompass all the unmistakable DB styling cues. Special attention was paid to the ride, to make this a true every day car. Commonly known as the i6 it was powered by a 155 mph all aluminium , 3.2 litre, supercharged 24 valve straight six engine with a 5 speed manual or 4 speed automatic gearbox. Originally available in Coupe, the Volante was launched in 1996. Visually the car has less flare on the arches and the mirrors are door mounted.
DB7 - The six cylinder cars

The DB7 received significant engineering enhancements in 1999 with the introduction of the DB7 Vantage – the first Aston Martin to use a V12 engine. The 48 valve, V12, 420bhp Vantage includes re-styled dash and centre console with manual, auto and Touchtronic gearshift options. The Manual Coupe achieves 184mph whilst the Automatic Volante reaches 165mph. The most significant visual change was the combined fog/indicator lamps and the wider grille. 10 spoke 18'' wheels were fitted as standard with optional 5 and 10 spoke alloy wheels available and a 9 spoke 19'' aftermarket design was also introduced. Door mirrors moved from the door to the cheater panels.
DB7 Vantage

DB7GT & GTA: Build period 2002-2003, was launched at the 2002 Birmingham International Motor Show and 190 GT's and 112 GTA's were built, the DB7GT can be identified over the standard Vantage by the Bonnet vents, 'framed' wire grille with the GT insignia and re-sculptured lip spoiler on the boot lid. Wheels are special 5 spoke 18'' design. Other modifications are uprated clutch, brakes, suspension with the engine also gaining a further 15bhp and increased torque.

DB7 Zagato: Build period 2003, Built as a very limited production run of only 99, on a shortened Vantage Volante floor pan. this model has the same mechanical changes as the DB7GT. The car's most distinctive exterior changes are the large front grille aperture, 'double bubble' roof line, sculptured rear window. The rear end is completely unique and has single round tail lights and a drop down boot lid. Zagato styled 5 spoke alloy wheels complete the striking looks of this unique vehicle.

The DB American Roadster 1 (DB AR1): Build period 2003-2004. 99 were built based on the DB7 Vantage Volante, boasting revised bodystyle with coachwork by Zagato of Italy and incorporating a number of dynamic elements, which were finely engineered to offer a new dimension to the Aston Martin driving experience. The DB AR1 featured a large distinctive radiator grille and accentuating rear wheel arches, with carefully detailed features such as the reverse/fog light combination.