“The Volante is the new soft-top version of the Virage incorporating the latest changes made to the full Aston range. Beautiful hand-built craftsmanship abounds in this most aristocratic of convertibles.” - Fast Lane. The Volante convertible had been the big seller of the ‘old’ V8 line-up, so the only surprise was that it took Aston Martin more than two years from the Virage coupé’s introduction to come up with a soft-top equivalent. The production Virage Volante debuted at the Geneva Motor Show in March 1991, a prototype having been displayed at Birmingham’s NEC the previous October. Weighing in at over two tons, the open Volante was even heavier than the closed coupé, itself no lightweight, this increase in weight being accounted for by considerable body strengthening to compensate for the absent roof, plus the extra complication of the power-operated convertible hood. The latter was beautifully made and incorporated a glass rear window, complete with heated de-misting elements. Mechanically the Volante remained much the same as its closed cousin, though with slightly lower final drive gearing to aid acceleration through the gears. Top speed was slightly reduced, to a still outstanding 150mph. Automatic transmission was standard on the Volante, the original three-speeder being superseded in 1993 by a new four-speed dual-mode (normal/ sport) unit. The five-speed manual gearbox continued to be available as an option. Ahead of its forthcoming twin-supercharged Vantage, Aston Martin offered 6.3-litre conversions for the existing 5,340cc V8-engined Virage and Virage Volante. When first released, the ‘6.3’ produced 456bhp at 6,000rpm and 460lb/ft of torque. The resulting performance gains - 0-60mph in 5.5 seconds and a top speed of up to 174mph (depending on the axle ratio) - required serious chassis modifications, the ‘6.3’ boasting sports suspension, 18”-diameter alloy wheels shod with Goodyear 285/45ZR18 tyres, and double vented and cross-drilled 14” front disc brakes. Outwardly the ‘6.3’ was distinguishable by flared wheelarches and new front, side and rear valances. This left-hand drive Virage Volante is to full ‘wide body’ 6.3-litre specification, incorporating that package’s special suspension, brakes, wheels and tyres, as well as the ultra-desirable six-speed manual gearbox. The vehicle was sold new in the UK to the current owner on 1st July 1993. Finished in Aston Green with green-piped magnolia leather interior and maroon hood, it has covered just 12,100 accident-free kilometres from new and is presented in excellent condition in every respect. Offered with service voucher book, original tool kit, valid Monaco registration papers and Contrôle Technique. Cette Virage Volante conduite à gauche fut livrée neuve à l’actuel propriétaire le 1er juillet 1993. Présentée dans sa livrée verte avec la sellerie en cuir magnolia au passe-poil vert et capote chocolat, cette voiture qui n’a parcouru que 12,100km est équippée du kit ‘wide body’ 6.3L comprenant des suspensions, freins, jantes et pneus spéciaux ainsi que la trés désirable boîte manuelle 6 vitesses. Elle est en excellente condition à tous points de vue et sera livrée avec son carnet d’entretien, sa trousse à outils, ses documents d’immatriculation monégasques et son contrôle technique à jour.
“The Volante is the new soft-top version of the Virage incorporating the latest changes made to the full Aston range. Beautiful hand-built craftsmanship abounds in this most aristocratic of convertibles.” - Fast Lane. The Volante convertible had been the big seller of the ‘old’ V8 line-up, so the only surprise was that it took Aston Martin more than two years from the Virage coupé’s introduction to come up with a soft-top equivalent. The production Virage Volante debuted at the Geneva Motor Show in March 1991, a prototype having been displayed at Birmingham’s NEC the previous October. Weighing in at over two tons, the open Volante was even heavier than the closed coupé, itself no lightweight, this increase in weight being accounted for by considerable body strengthening to compensate for the absent roof, plus the extra complication of the power-operated convertible hood. The latter was beautifully made and incorporated a glass rear window, complete with heated de-misting elements. Mechanically the Volante remained much the same as its closed cousin, though with slightly lower final drive gearing to aid acceleration through the gears. Top speed was slightly reduced, to a still outstanding 150mph. Automatic transmission was standard on the Volante, the original three-speeder being superseded in 1993 by a new four-speed dual-mode (normal/ sport) unit. The five-speed manual gearbox continued to be available as an option. Ahead of its forthcoming twin-supercharged Vantage, Aston Martin offered 6.3-litre conversions for the existing 5,340cc V8-engined Virage and Virage Volante. When first released, the ‘6.3’ produced 456bhp at 6,000rpm and 460lb/ft of torque. The resulting performance gains - 0-60mph in 5.5 seconds and a top speed of up to 174mph (depending on the axle ratio) - required serious chassis modifications, the ‘6.3’ boasting sports suspension, 18”-diameter alloy wheels shod with Goodyear 285/45ZR18 tyres, and double vented and cross-drilled 14” front disc brakes. Outwardly the ‘6.3’ was distinguishable by flared wheelarches and new front, side and rear valances. This left-hand drive Virage Volante is to full ‘wide body’ 6.3-litre specification, incorporating that package’s special suspension, brakes, wheels and tyres, as well as the ultra-desirable six-speed manual gearbox. The vehicle was sold new in the UK to the current owner on 1st July 1993. Finished in Aston Green with green-piped magnolia leather interior and maroon hood, it has covered just 12,100 accident-free kilometres from new and is presented in excellent condition in every respect. Offered with service voucher book, original tool kit, valid Monaco registration papers and Contrôle Technique. Cette Virage Volante conduite à gauche fut livrée neuve à l’actuel propriétaire le 1er juillet 1993. Présentée dans sa livrée verte avec la sellerie en cuir magnolia au passe-poil vert et capote chocolat, cette voiture qui n’a parcouru que 12,100km est équippée du kit ‘wide body’ 6.3L comprenant des suspensions, freins, jantes et pneus spéciaux ainsi que la trés désirable boîte manuelle 6 vitesses. Elle est en excellente condition à tous points de vue et sera livrée avec son carnet d’entretien, sa trousse à outils, ses documents d’immatriculation monégasques et son contrôle technique à jour.
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