The new Aston Martin DB12 Volante, the ultimate open-top Super Tourer, will make its UK debut this week at the prestigious Salon Privé. Held from 30 August to 2 September at Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire, the Salon Privé Concours d’Elegance is a favorite on the British social calendar and a celebration of the glory of the automobile.
A class-defined car with unparalleled elegance and sporty character, the DB12 Volante will make its debut on Wednesday (30 August) and will remain at Blenheim for the rest of the week.
Salon Privé offers Aston Martin the perfect setting to continue its 110th anniversary celebrations. Joining the DB12 Volante that headlined Aston Martin’s show at Blenheim were the fastest and most ferocious Vantage ever made: the V12 Vantage, along with Aston Martin’s most powerful production: the DBS770 Ultimate, and the star of many F1® racers, Aston. Martin Vantage, Official FIA Formula 1® Safety Car.
A further 22 cars from the ultra-luxury brand’s extraordinary history will be on display, featuring Aston Martin for every automotive taste, including the 2022 DBR22, 2020 DB5 Goldfinger Continuation, 2015 Vantage GT12, 2016 Vantage GT8, 2014 One-77 and 2016 Aston Martin .2012 V12.Zagato, 2004 DB7 Zagato, 2019 Vanquish Zagato Shooting Brake, 1936 Speed 2 Liter ‘Spa Special’, 1936 ‘Red Dragon’ Speed, 1920 Bamford & Martin, 1930 LM4, 1958 DB4, 1958 DB6 Volante, 1980 V8 Vantage , 1950 DB2 /4, 1996 V600, 1980s V8 Vantage Volante, 1980s V8 Zagato, 2000 V12 Vanquish, and 1997 LWB V8 Coupe.
Oliver Turner, Regional President UK & South Africa, said: “Salon Prive at Blenheim Palace offers a great platform to introduce the DB12 Volante to the UK. We look forward to showcasing the world’s first supercar to guests attending this prestigious event.
To commemorate Aston Martin’s 110th birthday, on Friday 1 September we also have the exciting prospect of showcasing some of our most iconic cars from the 1920s to the present day.”
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