Aston Martin: Power, Beauty and Soul By David Dowsey

For a century now the Aston Martin name has been synonymous with performance, style and sophistication. Perhaps more than any other luxury car it possesses a mystique and charisma that have established it as a cultural icon and the pinnacle of automotive ingenuity. Yet the brands survival has not always been assured. That Aston Martins are still being produced today is testament to the power of the name and what it represents to car lovers worldwide. InAston Martin: Power, Beauty and Soul, author David Dowsey explores the colourful history of Aston Martin, from its humble beginnings in a London garage in 1913, to its takeover by the Ford Motor Company in 1987 and sale in 2007. Many of those intimately involved at the various stages of the cars history offer fascinating insights into the development of the Aston Martin and amusing behind-the-scenes anecdotes. Mike Harbars delightful renderings add a charming bespoke dimension to the book. With lush full-colour photography, comprehensive specifications of every model from the early DB right up to the V8 Vantage Roadster, and production statistics and racing resultsAston Martin: Power, Beauty and Soulis an indispensable reference for motor enthusiasts and a book that truly does justice to the Aston Martin name.

• 235 mm x 290 mm
• 352 Pages
• Illustrations: 400 color
• Hardback binding