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2010 Edo Competition DB9 to DBS Program news, pictures, and information | ||
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An Aston Martin DB9 turns into a DBS
Within the space of six months, edo competition, located in the Westphalian Ahlen, has transformed a 5 year old DB9 into an Aston Martin DBS. And that's exactly what a Russian customer asked for: Turn a DB9 into a DBS.This not so trivial conversion involved replacing steel body panels wîth carbon fiber pieces and increasing the engine output from 470 to a staggering 550 horsepower. That's why it will now do 320 km/h (199 mph) when the old car topped out at 295 km/h (183 mph). Its new 20 inch wheels and wider body contribute to a more muscular appearance, and numerous aerodynamic parts, such as a carbon fiber front skirt as well as a carbon fiber rear diffuser, underline the car's sporting credentials.
The custom interior presented a unique challenge: The dashboard, center console, headliner, door panels and seats were refinished wîth utmost precision. The choice of materials and colors was left to the customer, who, in this case, opted for an Alcantara/leather interior wîth carbon fiber inserts and metal accents.
An additional highlight is the high-end audio system that was installed in the car, promising pure auditory bliss. No corners were cut in trying to extract the best possible sound from the new high-end speakers. In order to be able to enjoy the new entertainment system, a new exhaust system featuring butterfly valves was fitted, allowing the driver to change the sound from ferocious to unobtrusive and quiet. But that's not the only function. This high-performance exhaust system which was specially developed for the DB9/DBS also helps the engine produce more power and torque. A programmable control unit monitors exhaust backpressure and opens 70 mm butterfly valves when the pressure exceeds a selected threshold. The exhaust is made from stainless steel and the chrome exhaust tips round off its classy appearance.
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| Engine : 5.9 L., 12-cylinder Power: 550 hp Torque: 442 ft-lbs | |
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