Aston Martin DB9 GT 2015 review - AutoExpress

It's fair to say that the Aston Martin DB9 gets trumped by virtually all of its competitors in most areas, but nevertheless it’s a 12-year-old car that’s aged extremely gracefully. While it may have its faults, it’ll be the ultimate DB9 for diehard Aston enthusiasts. If you think that is subtle, it’ll take a true Aston aficionado to spot the black anodised brake calipers and engraved fuel filler cap, but no one will miss the specially designed two-tone 10-spoke 20-inch alloys. Despite the GT name’s racy connotations, Aston hasn’t chosen to strip out this ultimate DB9, which still gets a traditionally elegant 2+2 layout. The dashboard also gets an iridium finish, while sitting atop it is Aston’s new AMi II infotainment system. Debuting on the Vanquish, it’s a much-needed update to the DB9, as it’s now touch-sensitive and more intuitive than the old AMi set-up. Just some of the £21,000-worth of extras added to the list price included special Scintilla Silver paint at £3,495, £995 Bronze Metallic leather upholstery and an upgraded carbon fibre front splitter and rear diffuser for £3,995. It’s not only Aston. Source: www.autoexpress.co.uk