Aston Martin says goodbye to DBS with the 770 ‘Ultimate’ version. As the name implies, not only is this a limited edition of 499 units – 300 coupés and another 199 cabriolets – it’s also its most powerful version of all time and the fastest ever. It is equipped with the latest V12 engine, which will probably be installed in the guts of the royal sports cars without electric assistance. The price for this masterpiece ranges around NIS 3 million for those who choose to order it, according to the importer to Israel, Auto Art.
The engine of the DBS Ultimate, volume 5.9 L produces 770 hp (an increase of about 50 hp compared to the original model) and 91 kg. These figures give it an acceleration to 100 km/h in 3.4 seconds (3.6 s) and a maximum speed of 340 km/h. As part of its technological changes and distinct calibration, Aston Martin increased the turbo pressure by seven percent, changed the transmission ratios in the 8-speed box, and the brakes were stiffened by 25%, although the company claims No compromises were made in its damping ability during a relaxed ride.The brake system was also strengthened with disks increased to 410 millimeters in the front and 360 in the rear, based on a ceramic compound (here the change is smaller compared to the normal DBS).
Since it is a rare vehicle, on the verge of being a collector’s item, Aston Martin decorated the 770 with a list of additions unique only to it. It starts with 21-inch rims inspired by the Valkyrie range car, and also has air intakes on the hood, and at the back the diffuser has been redesigned. Also, carbon materials were woven along the body from one end to the other, around the side mirrors, and in the passenger compartment, ‘Plus’ sports seats with Alcantara combined leather upholstery were installed. Each vehicle carries a special plate with the serial number that left the factory (out of those 499 models). Aston Martin will also allow those who want to bury their hand deeper in their pockets to characterize the vehicle through the Q division, starting with the type of rims, special shades and types of finishes.
The name DBS has been repeated several times in the history of Aston Martin, and has its origins in the GT car introduced in 1967. Like the DB5 it was recruited for James Bond films and appeared in 1969 in “On Her Majesty’s Service” with the Australian George Laisenby (in his only appearance as a secret agent), popped in for a brief visit in “Diamonds Forever” and in 1972 its production was discontinued. Years later, the title DBS reappeared in the mid-2000s, starring in two 007 films played by Daniel Craig, (“Casino Royale” and “Quantum of Solace”), and a decade later, later, a Superleggera package was attached to DBS The 770 is based on it, which will definitely be the last in this lineage.