Photo: RM Auctions
The link between Aston Martin and Italian coachbuilder Zagato has a long history behind it, and it has produced some truly unique Astons over the years. One of these cars is the DB AR1, short for American Roadster, 100 of which were made for the American market.
Of the 100 cars, one was kept by Aston, while the other 99 were sold off. One of these cars, a 2003 model, is going to be auctioned off at an upcoming event in Arizona, by RM Auctions. It features a special black paint job, and a burgundy and cream interior, both of which seem to go really well with its two-seater roadster design. Power comes from the familiar six-liter V12, which Aston Martin insist on using today, despite the fact that it is clearly not up to modern standards of emissions and efficiency.
The starting price for this hand-made piece of automotive craftsmanship has not been announced, but it will most likely be very expensive, given the fact that it is in perfect condition. We particularly like the profile of the rear end, which tapers down and in, and gives the car a 1960s Ferrari look, which cannot be faulted.
Of the 100 cars, one was kept by Aston, while the other 99 were sold off. One of these cars, a 2003 model, is going to be auctioned off at an upcoming event in Arizona, by RM Auctions. It features a special black paint job, and a burgundy and cream interior, both of which seem to go really well with its two-seater roadster design. Power comes from the familiar six-liter V12, which Aston Martin insist on using today, despite the fact that it is clearly not up to modern standards of emissions and efficiency.
The starting price for this hand-made piece of automotive craftsmanship has not been announced, but it will most likely be very expensive, given the fact that it is in perfect condition. We particularly like the profile of the rear end, which tapers down and in, and gives the car a 1960s Ferrari look, which cannot be faulted.
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