Aston Martin was known for creating special editions based on its regular cars, and the 2014 Carbon Edition was one of them that didn’t just add some stickers on the bodywork and a shiny plaque on the interior stating the vehicle’s production number; it was a substantially upgraded vehicle.
By 2014, carbon fiber was no longer a novelty in the automotive sector. Previously, supercars such as the Bugatti EB110 or the Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren, to name just a few, used this high-tech material. Over time, it became a symbol of high-performance vehicles, and Aston Martin considered that the DB9 deserved special treatment with extensive carbon fiber elements and made it in both versions: coupe and convertible. The latter was traditionally called Volante. But those who wanted to enjoy a stiffer, more racy experience took the fixed-roof version, which was lighter.
The DB9 Coupe Carbon Edition featured some specific visual elements that distinguished it from the regular DB9 V12 sibling. At the front, the automaker installed a carbon fiber splitter under the apron and a mesh that adorned the broad, trapezoidal-shaped lower grille. On the front fenders, Aston Martin installed carbon fiber trims above the vents from the fenders, extended on the door panels. The same expensive and exclusive material was used for decorating the door mirror caps and arms. Furthermore, the automaker replaced the chromed trims around the windows with black ones. At the back, the split taillights featured a carbon fiber piece between the upper and the lower lamps. Finally, the diffuser that decorated the bumper was also made from carbon fiber. Aston Martin offered this special edition either as Carbon Black or Carbon White. The former version sported a black color, while the latter was white. Both versions featured sports exhausts and ten-spoke 20” alloy wheels.
Inside, depending on the options, customers could get contrasting stitching and either the Aston Martin logo or the DB9 label embroidered on the headrests of the front seats. Furthermore, the door handles and the vents’ rims were also finished with a carbon-fiber look, while the sills featured a plaque with the Carbon Edition Black (or White) wording on them. The Alcantara steering wheel was offered as an option for other DB9s, but for this edition, it was standard. Aston Martin knew that its customers wanted to feel special, so they also matched the dial of the analog clock from the center stack with the rest of the interior, featuring the same pattern of a carbon fiber element and a contrasting chromed rim.
Under the hood of the DB9 Carbon Edition, Aston Martin installed its well-known six-liter V12 naturally aspirated engine. It produced 510 hp (517 PS) and 620 Nm (457 lb-ft.) of torque. All the oomph was sent to the rear wheels via a six-speed automatic transmission. In addition, all versions of the Carbon Fiber Edition came fitted as standard with carbon-ceramic brakes.
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