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The much anticipated DBS Volante
was unveiled as expected at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show with plans to go on sale later in 2009. Featuring
the 510bhp V12 from the DBS coupled with a substantially stiffened VH chassis, the DBS Volante
will be theoretically capable of 191mph. Both the 6 speed manual and 6 speed
Touchtronic 2 gearboxes will be available - early pictures show a 2+2
configuration, with a new tonneau cover similar to that on the V8 Roadster. Apparently not
only is the DBS Volante a faster car than the DB9 Volante, the roof also
retracts 4 seconds quicker at 14 seconds - even whilst driving upto 30mph.
The Volante closely follows the
coupe with carbon splitter, carbon diffuser and the powerful carbon ceramic
brakes. You will notice though that the wheels are a new 10 spoke design and I would expect these
will become an option on the coupe for the 2010 model year. The show car
featured an interesting colour combination of a new dark metallic red (Magma Red) with
Havana Tan leather interior. |
