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Singlestone
Aston Martin is renowned for crafting luxury, high-performance vehicles, and its bespoke offerings from Q by Aston Martin division are no exception. Aston Martin designs and creates unique models for customers with a dream.
For the DBS 770 Singlestone project, the idea was conceived through the customer’s love of science and British heritage. The Singlestone pays homage to Aston Martins of the new millennia and their timeless, quintessential British designs. A seamless blend of innovation and tradition.
We explore how Aston Martin turned this customer’s dream into reality.
Enter the DBS 770 Singlestone.
What is Singlestone?
Project Singlestone is a one-of-a-kind project commissioned by a customer through Q by Aston Martin. A name derived from a captivating geometric pattern that is unique and never repeated, this carefully chosen name befits the bespoke nature of the custom-built DBS 770 Ultimate.
From the initial consultation in Q New York, the Aston Martin DBS 770 Singlestone moves from design to reality on the Gaydon factory floor. Inimitable style and finesse. Every chapter of Singlestone’s story was meticulously planned from concept to creation.
The Origins of Personalisation
The Singlestone in Q New York, Aston Martin's North American ultra-luxury flagship.
Here, the idea of the DBS 770 Singlestone was conceived. The world’s most bespoke DBS770 ever conceived. No other series production Aston Martin in existence has been tailored in this way. Visualised on the configurator, the DBS 770 is tailored to the customer with a unique vision in mind.
From Scintilla Silver exteriors to a one-off quilt interior, every detail is crafted with precision. Through Q Commission, the possibilities are limitless, thanks to the first-class designers, engineers, and craftspeople.
A complex interior quilt design inspired by quantum physics. A non-repeating aperiodic monotile. This special quilt was designed with the Q design team and named ‘Singlestone’.
Automotive Woven into British Heritage
From the initial design phase to the finishing leather detailing, Singlestone was curated to reflect the client's admiration for British culture and heritage.
This project drew inspiration from the Vanquish Volante, which was shown at Pebble Beach in 2014 and a special edition of the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera, also known as the ‘On Her Majesty's Secret Service (OHMSS)’ Edition DBS. This was created to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the sixth James Bond film.
Although inspired by the original 1969 Aston Martin DBS, the OHMSS Edition had fierce power. A 5.2-litre twin-turbo V12, 715bhp engine, bespoke metal grille and unique diamond-turned and forged wheels. Showcasing commemorative side strakes, handcrafted luxury leather luggage sets and unique 007 touches throughout. The ‘On Her Majesty’s Secret Service’ Edition DBS helped to construct the vision of Singlestone, including its veined grille.
Making its global debut at the Pebble Beach Automotive Week in 2013, the Aston Martin Pebble Beach Vanquish Volante showcased a 6.0-litre V12 engine. A top speed of 180 mph reaching 62 mph in 4.5 seconds. The Pebble Beach Vanquish Volante inspired the Singlestone’s colour scheme. Scintilla Silver for the exterior and Centenary Saddle Tan for the interior.
A Marque of Distinction: The DBS 770 Ultimate
The Aston Martin DBS 770 Ultimate was chosen for the Singlestone project because it is the Ultimate version of the DBS and the last in its noble bloodline. Going even further and beyond the realms of possibilities. Creating the ‘ultimate’ Ultimate.
The Aston Martin DBS 770 Ultimate is the fastest and most powerful DBS in history. A top speed of 211 mph. Setting this model apart is the perfect blend of luxury and performance, reaching 62 mph in just 3.4 seconds. A rare breed, with fewer than 500 models made.
The DBS 770 features an iconic horseshoe bonnet with a front splitter. Alongside Carbon fibre seats, Honeycomb wheels and an eight-speed ZF automatic gearbox, the DBS 770 also has an exquisite attention to detail with a centre armrest bound with a DBS 770 buckle badge.
Aerodynamics
The extended front splitter and horseshoe bonnet improve airflow and enhance cooling. Smooth and seamless control. Even at high speeds.
Engine performance
This super grand tourer has a twin-turbo 5.2-litre V12 engine. Bursting with raw power. 770PS. 900NM. Each rev of the engine thrums with energy. Entering the unknown.
The Singlestone is the last DBS 770 to come off the production line. And therefore, the last DBS. A touching tribute to an outstanding luxury model.
From Q New York to Gaydon
After hours of meticulous design commissioned by Q, the DBS 770 was ready to be brought to life in the Aston Martin Gaydon factory. Using the design and spec notes, the Gaydon team started to put the Singlestone puzzle together.
After 60 days of designing. 120 days of planning and developing. 21 days of building. The Singlestone design process was finished.
The Home of Luxury Automotives: The Aston Martin Gaydon Factory
Aston Martin’s state-of-the-art headquarters is located in Gaydon, Warwickshire where the latest technology is met with decades of expertise and craftsmanship. A bustling hub of innovation, creativity, and advanced engineering.
The manufacturing stage of the Singlestone project at Gaydon took three weeks. This included:
Developing new bespoke content for the car, CAD production testing, sourcing manufacturing with the supplier, fitting materials onto the car including the leather goods, and finishing and finessing final details.
Lead Engineer
Tom’s involvement in Project Singlestone involved taking design imagery and surface data from the Aston Martin Design Studio and turning them into functional 3D engineering models in CAD. Working with external suppliers to select the best material and manufacturing process for each part and JR Tusting to manually create patterns for all the handmade leather goods. All whilst inspecting all the bespoke content when delivered from suppliers and ensuring all the parts are correctly fitted on the production line.
“My favourite part of the project was creating the bespoke saddle leather seat packs that fit into the rear seats of the car. The level of skill required to produce these by hand is amazing, and the development process was very hands-on and creative.”
Tom Day, Lead Engineer
The Most Exciting Q by Aston Martin Project to Date
Q Commission is a journey. For our most ambitious customers. 30 experts and multiple teams at Q were involved in the Singlestone project, across the dealership, the regional team, and Gaydon HQ.
Turning ideas into designs, the Q design team are skilled designers who visualised the customer’s concept and brought it to life. It was then handed over to Q’s engineering and development team who took the design team’s work to create the CAD, test the materials, and prepare for production. Finally, the AML Production Team turned plans into reality by physically assembled and created the masterpiece. Finishing off with Aston Martin Q where they expertly orchestrated the work of all the teams. Bringing the customer’s requirements to life in complete harmony.
A Beautifully Bespoke Project
The Aston Martin DBS 770 Singlestone is a beautifully bespoke vehicle that pushes the boundaries of luxury car personalisation like never before. With Aston Martin, boundaries are made to be pushed. From the quilting and the trim to the painted interior graphics. Limitless possibilities for personalisation.
Some of the unique features of the DBS 770 Singlestone include a bespoke luggage set, made by Tustings in Lavendon. An established British leather brand that produces classic and timeless designs, Tustings has previously created handbags for the Royal Family. This strengthened the client’s desire for the car to be inspired by British heritage. All leather goods in the DBS 770, including the boot liner, rear seat packs and floor mats, are bespoke, something that is unique to the Q by Aston Martin service.
"I think it's all about what the customer wants. We help steer and inspire them. If they give us a seed of an idea, we can really expand on that. We come up with different sketch ideas, or if it's about kind of material, we show them all the possibilities we can do. There’s so many different things that you can work on and change."
Robert Lihou, Lead Designer
Unique Features of the Singlestone DBS 770
The DBS 770 Singlestone has a range of features. All bespoke and unique to the model.
● Scintilla silver Q heritage paint
● Bespoke body coloured exterior decals
● Honeycomb wheels painted in Scintilla Silver
● 2x2 carbon fibre twill body packs painted in Scintilla Silver
● Bespoke billet aluminium side strakes embellished with the Singlestone name
● Bespoke veined grille
● Fluted seats
● Singlestone quilt on the doors, centre console, headlining
● Boot liner in bespoke Singlestone quilting
● Zebrano wood trim inlays and seat backs
● Bespoke Jewellery Package
● Bespoke Aston martin heritage tweed lined storage in cabin
● Rear seat packs and luggage sets created by Tustings
● Bespoke Conker Saddle Floormats matching the luggage set
The leather interiors are in Centenary Saddle Tan leather, with Conker Saddle Tan leather accents.
Inspired by the ‘Last of 9’ DB9, the client asked everyone involved in the project to sign the carbon fibre engine cover, giving recognition to every talented person who worked on the car. An eternal mark of pride and recognition of teamwork.
Handing Over the Keys
The final step in the Singlestone’s journey was to transport the car from Gaydon to Q New York and hand over the keys. A journey time of three weeks.
As a final personal touch, the client was allowed to place the iconic Aston Martin wings on his car. An extremely rare privilege. A prime example of where innovation meets individuality and a fitting conclusion to Singlestone’s inspiring story.
"I relish the challenges of working on Q commission. Every day is different. There are always new requests coming in and I get to see the sort of ultimate luxury of the ultimate luxury, in Aston Martin."
Tom Day, Lead Engineer
