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Aston Martin Rapide: First official images (renderings) released

inspirion7 submitted on 12/12/2008 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 10:37:35 AM

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While the failure of Senate to pass the auto bailout for the Big 3 may be some depressing news to many this morning we’re excited to show your the first official pictures of the upcoming production version of the Aston Martin Rapide.


While these may be pretty basic computer renderings - they are our first look at the production version of the Rapide that will arrive by the summer of next year.
Looks a lot better than its rival - Porsche Panamera; however, we think that Lamborghini did the best job at an uber-luxurious four-door with their Estoque Concept.

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Aston Martin Rapide: First official images (renderings) released

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HSCenterconsole

Stud...looks like a Vanquish with four doors almost.

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Posted on 12/12/2008 11:31:23 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 7   

Need4Speed

How can Porsche believe that the Panamera can compete with this?

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Posted on 12/12/2008 11:34:38 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 7   

TommyAnderson

I don't think people will cross shop these too cars mate 'cos they are in totally different leagues when it comes to pricing although they are listed as 4-door coupes.
I see your point 'cos while the Porsche looks flat out UGLY this thing isn't an eyesore
Andy

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Posted on 12/13/2008 12:56:21 AM | | Votes: 1   

S4cabriofoxone

They don't, how can people believe Porsche is positioning the Panamera to compete with this? Mark my words, the Porsche will be less than half the price--perhaps even a third of the price.

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Posted on 12/13/2008 1:17:31 AM | | Votes: 1   

204E60

This Aston is very sleek, but my vote goes to the Panamera. I like the way Porsche does things its own way.

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Posted on 12/12/2008 11:46:43 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: -1   

bigmotov

As opposed to Aston not doing their own things and going the Not-Ugly route? I just saw these pics and then went to the pics of the Panamera...Need4Speed is right. Everyone is entitled to their own opinion, but ugly is as ugly does.

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Posted on 12/12/2008 12:03:38 PM | | Votes: 4   

1995e34

i like the porsche much more. aston makes the best styled coupe (v8 vantage), but i think porsche does the sedan better.

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Posted on 12/12/2008 1:11:20 PM | | Votes: -1   

ubercool

204E60 - are you visually impaired or something, this new Aston will be the best four door luxury car in the world period.

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Posted on 12/13/2008 4:08:27 AM | | Votes: 1   

B7FAN

nice I think this and the Lamborghini Estoque will be in fierce sales competition. SEE-YA Porsche Panamera!!!!!!!!!!!

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Posted on 12/12/2008 11:53:47 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 4   

bmwdrvr

the funny thing about the lamborghini is that it will be based on the Audi A6/A7(which in turn are based on the entry level A4) but probably cost 3-4 times as much .....for me the Rapide doesnt compete with these cars it is a 4 door version of an ultra luxury GT, both the panemera and estoque are based on much cheaper models. Not in the same league as the Aston Martin at all.........

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Posted on 12/12/2008 3:12:48 PM | | Votes: 0   

S4cabriofoxone

"the funny thing about the lamborghini is that it will be based on the Audi A6/A7(which in turn are based on the entry level A4)"

Wrong on all counts. Lamborghini hasn't said anything about what it will be based on; my guess is a stretched Gallardo/R8 platform, similar to how Aston bore the Rapide from the DB9.

The A6 and A7 also have nothing to do with the A4. It's like saying the 7 Series is based on the 3 Series; what are you even talking about???

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Posted on 12/13/2008 1:20:19 AM | | Votes: 1   

PlanB

Sinister and gorgeous, I can dig that. The Panamera's worst nightmare as far as I'm concerned. Porsche is in for a rude awakening.

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Posted on 12/12/2008 1:07:56 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3   

2ndbimmer

Awesome car. i just dont like bright chrome trim, it would be better as a high gloss black or a black chrome. it would make it more evil and aggressive looking. should be an option, even on the DBS.

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Posted on 12/12/2008 1:15:24 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

204E60

Good thing about the Panamera and the Rapide is that they appeal to different tastes within a similar demographic. The Panamera is far more interesting to my eye; I recognize others see the Rapide as a better design. But that's the great thing: small volume vehicles aimed at a high-point market. There is no right or wrong; it's just different tastes.

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Posted on 12/13/2008 1:15:01 AM | | Votes: 1   

answer

The Porsche turned out better than what I had expected, but the Aston wins easily.

What's the price difference supposed to be between the two?

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Posted on 12/12/2008 1:28:07 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

RaulT

looks beautiful! this will be a hit

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Posted on 12/12/2008 3:05:12 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

Neverfollow

Note to Porsche........THIS IS HOW YOU DO THIS!!!!!!

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Posted on 12/12/2008 3:34:45 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2   

1995e34

note to aston...this is how you do this

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lagonda_Rapide

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Posted on 12/12/2008 5:23:28 PM | | Votes: 1   

1995e34

these are interesting too. a lagonda virage sedan and wagon.

http://www.leblogauto.com/wp-content/uploads/2007/02/Joest_Jonathan_Ouaknine/std_1994_aston_martin_lagonda_saloon__shooting_brake.jpg

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Posted on 12/12/2008 5:56:18 PM | | Votes: 1   

skippee

hey nice jag!!! oh sorry...the rear end threw me off!

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Posted on 12/12/2008 6:49:56 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

S4cabriofoxone

Why are people comparing this to the Panamera? The only reason they were initially pitted against each other is because while Porsche was building up hype for the sedan, AM brought out the Rapide concept. THEY WILL NOT COMPETE WITH EACH OTHER. The Rapide will occupy a super high end part of the market alongside the Rolls-Royce Phantom and new Bentley Arnage; it will be a sportier alternative, and perhaps less expensive. The Panamera will be a Quattroporte/S8/S-Class AMG competitor.

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Posted on 12/13/2008 1:22:43 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

ubercool

How can people compare an Aston with a Porsche, it's like comparing the Ritz with a Holiday Inn. Aston wins everytime!

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Posted on 12/13/2008 4:12:24 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

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