Aston Martin Racing reveals Vantage GT2
Published: 5th January 2008
Aston Martin Vantage GT2
Aston Martin Racing has revealed the first impressions of its new GT2 racing car.
Known as the Aston Martin Vantage GT2, the new car is based on the V8 engined Aston Martin Vantage road car. The new car will mean Aston Martin is the only manufacturer to offer cars in every GT racing category: GT1 – DBR9; GT2 – Vantage GT2; GT3 – DBRS9; GT4 – Vantage N24.
For the first time, Aston Martin Racing is designing this car to run on either standard race fuel or E85 bio-ethanol (where regulations allow). In 2007, Aston Martin Racing successfully converted a standard DBRS9 to run on E85.
Robin Brundle, Aston Martin Racing’s new managing director, said: “The new Vantage GT2 completes our product portfolio for 2008 with competitive cars now available in every category. Thanks to our experience with the DBRS9, we have been able to develop a bio-ethanol fuelled version, which will be eligible to compete in an increasing number of series now accommodating this greener fuel, including the American Le Mans Series.”
Aston Martin chairman, David Richards, will be announcing Aston Martin Racing’s 2008 plans at the Autosport International show on Thursday 10th January 2008 at 10.45 am, at the the NEC, Birmingham.
Aston Martin Vantage
Our Aston Martin Vantage Guide lists the full specification of the current UK Vantage range, including car prices, fuel consumption, dimensions and other vital data.
Price Range: £83,000 - £94,000
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Models in the range: 4
Our Car Buyer’s Guide covers all of the UK’s major new cars and includes CO2 ratings and car insurance groups. Data updated on the 25th Jun 2008
