It’s here and it’s stunning: the Aston Martin CC100 Speedster Concept!
I was very much looking forward to see this car. A V12 Vantage based open car, with its’ styling based on the classic DBR1. I was wondering how that would turn out.
Well, it’s even better than I hoped it would be. Just look at it:
This car joined us in The Parade with 107 Aston Martins around the Nordschleife. When we returned at the dedicated Aston Martin parking, I was able to make these photos:
From the press-release:
Features hint at potential future design direction
That is completely fine with me. Bring it on!
Automated sequential manual gearbox
Also from the press-release:
The CC100 utilises the latest generation AM11 naturally aspirated V12 gasoline engine mated to a six-speed hydraulically actuated automated sequential manual transmission. Controlled via steering column-mounted paddle shifts the lightweight ‘box delivers truly sporting changes perfectly suited to the Speedster’s track-focused nature.
Interesting, that is a first and surely a sign of things to come.
Will the next V12 Vantage use this gearbox too?
Fantastic pictures of CC100! CC100 is really stunning!!
Would be great if you can place high res pictures or wallpapers?
I don’t know or the next generation V12 Vantage will use the same gearbox. For a hardcore sportscar such as V12 Vantage I prefer manual gearbox.