Aston Martin Rapide at the Frankfurt Motor Show
By Andrew C., 30 Aug, 2010. 0 Comments
2011 Aston Martin Rapide
After being revealed first as a concept car in 2006, the Rapide -- Aston Martin's first four-door sports car -- is finally shown in production form at the Frankfurt Motor Show. The car is equipped with a hand-built 6-liter V12. The company said that the Rapide's 470 bhp peak power is delivered at 6000 rpm and 443 lb ft peak torque at 5000 rpm. The Rapide's first customers will get their units by May 2010. More improvements are attached to the car with the latest being the 40mm extra headroom. According to chief executive, Dr Ulrich Bez, the Rapide is the culmination of the Aston Martin range of sports cars. He also described it as the car that seals the revival of the marque. With this car, an Aston Martin is now available for every taste and for every use. The Rapide has a 301-liter luggage compartment, allowing all four passengers to carry soft bags and even sets of skis. The Rapide is estimated to cost around £150,000
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