Geneva 2015: Aston Martin Vantage GT3 Debuts

by Cameron Aubernon

Published: March 3rd, 2015

geneva 2015 aston martin vantage gt3 debuts

Following the GT3s from Porsche and Mercedes-AMG, the Aston Martin Vantage GT3 is the next one to bow at the 2015 Geneva Auto Show.

Each of the 100 Vantage GT3s lost 220 lbs over the standard Vantage S, thanks to extensive use of carbon fiber on items such as the front wings, roof and hood. Polycarbonate rear windows and a lithium-ion battery further contribute to the weight savings.

Power for the Vantage GT3 comes via a 6-liter V12 pushing 600 horsepower to the rear Michelin Super Sports.

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Cameron Aubernon

Seattle-based writer, blogger, and photographer for many a publication. Born in Louisville. Raised in Kansas. Where I lay my head is home.

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Corey Lewis on Mar 03, 2015

I like it, but only sort of. All the little bright colored details and trims are against the grain of Aston Martin; they're always supposed to display taste and restraint, even if it's a go-faster version of something. The front is very fish-like and it's putting me off the most. With a chin spoiler that low, this really isn't usable on the road anyway.

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Lou_BC on Mar 03, 2015

I'm not a fan of tail spoilers and big chin diffusers. Looks like add on snot nosed teen-aged tuner cars.

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