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− | '''Aston Martin DBS V8. 1970–2 (prod. 402). 2-door saloon. F/R, 5340 cm³ (V8 DOHC).''' The DBS finally made good in the form it was meant to take, sales starting spring 1970. Tadek Marek-designed V8 in the engine bay with still-stunning William Towns-designed body. Much heavier, though engine probably developed 315 bhp. Alloy wheels, since wires could not cope with added power. Bosch fuel injection. Louvres in C-post gone for all V8s. Rear taillights came from the [[Hillman Hunter]]. | + | '''Aston Martin DBS V8. 1970–2 (prod. 402). 2-door saloon. F/R, 5340 cm³ (V8 DOHC).''' The [[Aston Martin DBS (1967–72)|DBS]] finally made good in the form it was meant to take, sales starting spring 1970. Tadek Marek-designed V8 in the engine bay with still-stunning William Towns-designed body. Much heavier, though engine probably developed 315 bhp. Alloy wheels, since wires could not cope with added power. Bosch fuel injection. Louvres in C-post gone for all V8s. Rear taillights came from the [[Hillman Hunter]]. |
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Latest revision as of 01:28, 29 December 2009
Aston Martin DBS V8. 1970–2 (prod. 402). 2-door saloon. F/R, 5340 cm³ (V8 DOHC). The DBS finally made good in the form it was meant to take, sales starting spring 1970. Tadek Marek-designed V8 in the engine bay with still-stunning William Towns-designed body. Much heavier, though engine probably developed 315 bhp. Alloy wheels, since wires could not cope with added power. Bosch fuel injection. Louvres in C-post gone for all V8s. Rear taillights came from the Hillman Hunter.
Manufacturing location: Newport Pagnell, Milton Keynes, England
Marque: Aston Martin | Model: Aston Martin DBS | Successor: Aston Martin V8 (1972–89)