In 2002 the Aston Martin went to Carrozzeria Zagato and the DB7 Zagato coupe was launched with production of 99 orders starting in 2003. The Zagato sat on a shortened DB7 Volante chassis and was powered by a 435bhp version of the V12 engine. It was reduced to being a 2-seater with only a small boot. At the 2003 Los Angeles Auto Show Aston Martin announced the Aston Martin DB AR1, but this was not simply a 'Volante' open top version of the Zagato coupe as it was not given any roof at all, not even a foldaway top. Unlike the Zagato Coupe, the AR1 was built on a full-length DB7 chassis, in order to avoid new crash tests. The AR1 was also opened with an order book of just 99 cars, and was quickly filled.
Aston Martin DB7 Zagato - badge on front wing
Aston Martin DB7 Zagato. The Zagato was powered by a 435bhp version of the 5,935cc V12 engine
Aston Martin DB AR1 2004. A limited edition open-top DB7 built by Zagato. The AR1 was a roadster built without roof for the American market on a full length DB7 chassis. Only 99 cars of DB AR1 were built.
Aston Martin DB AR1 2004. The DB AR1 roadster was built without roof for the American market on a full length DB7 chassis.
Aston Martin DB7 2003 Zagato Coupe . A limited edition model produced on a shortened DB7 chassis and launched in 2002. The convertible is the DB7 AR1, a roadster built without roof for the American market on a full length DB7 chassis. Only 99 cars of DB7 Z and DB7 AR1 were built
Aston Martin DB7 Zagato. A limited edition model produced on a shortened DB7 chassis and launched in 2002. The traditional 'double bubble' Zagato roof continues down over the rear window.
Aston Martin DB7 Zagato. A limited edition model produced on a shortened DB7 chassis and launched in 2002.
