Mythical Aston Martin Bulldog supercar back for another tilt at 200mph mark after 40 years
The car is the Aston Martin Bulldog, a spectacular supercar conceived to show the British sportscar maker's futuristic aspirations. This featured a mid-mounted twin-turbo 5.3-liter V8, gullwing.
Aston Martin Bulldog the story of Aston's first hypercar
The 1979 Aston Martin Bulldog concept is one of the most famous Astons of all time. Not because it sold well or because it represented a milestone for the company, but because it looked darn cool.
Aston Martin Bulldog the story of Aston's first hypercar
(1978 - 1980) Project DPK901 I don't think that I will ever forget the impact that this car had on me when it was first unveiled in 1980; I was an impressionable 15 year old at the time. It appeared in every car magazine simultaneously and I bought a copy of every one which I still have in my collection.
1980s Supercars Aston Martin Bulldog
The Aston Martin Bulldog, built in 1979, was supposedly capable of 237 mph, but it never exceeded 192 mph in testing. A new American buyer for the one-off is having an 18-month-long ground-up.
Classic Concepts 1980 Aston Martin Bulldog Classic Driver Magazine
But before it could reach its 200-mph goalโit topped out at 192 mph in 1981โAston Martin pulled the plug on the entire William Towns-designed project, having decided it wasn't a prudent way.
Aston Martin Bulldog from the 1970s gets another try at 200 mph Autoblog
The Bulldog just might be the biggest curio in Aston Martin history. The wedge-shaped coupe, which was designed by William Towns, was the British marque's attempt to develop and build the world.
Aston Martin Bulldog preparase para ser restaurado Auto Drive
Aston Martin endurance racing legend Darren Turner has agreed to pilot the Bulldog on a high speed run to the 200mph top speed that so captured the imagination - of former Top Gear TV.
OneOff Aston Martin Bulldog Driven at Speed for the First Time in 40 Years, Hits 162 MPH
The Aston Martin Bulldog on the flight deck of HMS Prince of Wales Dick Barnatt. Richard Gauntlett is standing on the blustery deck of a Royal Navy aircraft carrier, looking slightly misty-eyed at a childhood dream that has finally become reality. What Gauntlett and an assembled crowd of media and Navy crew are staring at is the Aston Martin.
The Legendary Aston Martin Bulldog Is Being Restored Boss Hunting
Having finished seventh in 2022, impotent at the back of the field, Aston Martin's form at the Sakhir circuit was revelatory. Alonso was third behind only the two dominant Red Bulls but he had.
UltraRare Aston Martin Bulldog to Undergo Restoration Motor Illustrated
The Aston Martin Bulldog, styled by William Towns, is a British, one-off concept vehicle produced by Aston Martin in 1979. The code name for the project was DP K901. [2] Initially, a production run of 15-25 cars was planned, but the project was deemed too costly and only one was built. History
1980 Aston Martin Bulldog to reattempt legendary 200mph run Autocar
The Aston Martin F1 team has confirmed the release date of its 2024 contender, the AMR24. The highly-anticipated unveiling will take place on February 12 at the team's headquarters in Silverstone.
Rare Aston Martin Bulldog unveiled after restoration by Bridgnorth firm Express & Star
The Aston Martin Bulldog was a futuristic supercar that wanted to be the first to smash the 200 mph barrier. It never quite achieved that benchmark amidst troubled times for the luxury automaker..
Classic Concepts 1980 Aston Martin Bulldog Classic Driver Magazine
Aston Martin have become the fourth team to confirm their 2024 car launch plans, with the new AMR24 set to be revealed to the world on February 12. It follows on from announcements that Williams and Sauber will kick off their seasons on February 5, and Ferrari on February 13, a day after Aston Martin..
Aston Martin Bulldog the story of Aston's first hypercar
The Bulldog is back - Aston Martin's 200mph 80s spaceship is reborn Meticulously restored to its former glory by world-class specialists, Classic Motor Cars, the Aston Martin Bulldog has finally completed its restoration and is ready to attack the double tonne. Mikey Snelgar 03 September 2021
1980 Aston Martin Bulldog OneOff To Try And Crack 200MPH Barrier
CMC The car was unveiled at Hampton Court by two apprentices from the Royal Naval Air Station at Yeovilton A "mythical" piece of British automotive history has been unveiled in London after being.
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More than 45 years after it was first conceived - as a 237mph car, no less - the Aston Martin Bulldog has finally broken the 200mph barrier at a former NATO airbase in Campbeltown, Scotland. At.