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V8 COUPE & LWB VOLANTE
1996 - 2000
Initially produced in Coupe format and then developed into its sister format, the Volante, V8 Coupe was a clear styling and design development from its predecessor Virage. Representing one of the final cars before the launch of DB7, a car which redefined Aston Martin for the modern era, V8 Coupe remains an enduring and collectable member of the Aston Martin heritage line-up.
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Aston Martin V8 Coupe & LWB Volante (1996-2000) Specifications
Engine
V8, 5340 cc, 350 bhp @ 6000 rpm 369 lbs-ft @ 4300 rpm
Suspension
Front: Co-axial spring damper units with anti-roll bar
- Rear: Co-axial spring damper units
Transmission
V8 Coupe: 4-speed automatic drive with sport and touring mode
- LWB Volante: 5-speed manual or 3-speed automatic
Brakes
V8 Coupe: Front and rear ventilated discs
- LWB Volante: Front ventilated discs and rear solid discs
Dimensions and Weights
V8 Coupe:
- 4745 x 1856 x 1330 mm
- 1950 kg
LWB Volante:
- 4745 x 1944 x 1360 mm
- 1960 kg
V8 Coupe
Introduced in 1996 as a development of the original Virage, and powered by a revised version of the 32-valve 5.3 litre V8, V8 coupe was, like the more powerful Vantage, a much improved car due to the investment of Ford Motor Company resources. Styling followed that of Vantage but without bonnet vents and with narrower wheels, the overall look was one of elegance rather than brute power. V8 Coupe sported new six spoke alloy wheels, a mesh radiator grille and air intakes and auxiliary lamps in the front spoiler presenting a distinguished but purposeful aerodynamic stance.
LONG WHEEL BASE (LWB) VOLANTE
True to Aston Martin tradition, a year later the Long Wheelbase Volante was introduced at the London Motor Show, replacing Virage Volante. Copying the style and mechanics of V8 Coupe, this elegant convertible benefited from 200mm extra leg room making it a proper 2+2. The LWB version can be identified by an air vent style indent in the panel in front of the rear wheels.