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Hello all,
I was just wondering if anyone here knows much about the DB9 LM - I think I am just about to purchase one but am really struggling to find anything out about them apart from the cut and pasted write ups about red interior panels and only 124 made etc.
I guess i am really trying to find out which model year the car was based on and peoples thoughts about the car.
Many Thanks in advance
I was just wondering if anyone here knows much about the DB9 LM - I think I am just about to purchase one but am really struggling to find anything out about them apart from the cut and pasted write ups about red interior panels and only 124 made etc.
I guess i am really trying to find out which model year the car was based on and peoples thoughts about the car.
Many Thanks in advance
I have a DB9 LM. Launched as a limited edition to celebrate class win at 2007 Le Mans 24hr.Planned to produce 124 cars one for each dealer I believe although only 69 were made in the end and I know at least 1 RHD car that was written off. I think 17 cars were RHD of the 69 made but the details are in my file at home so need to confirm that. Last of the 08MY cars therefore has original interior which is no bad thing IMO. The 09MY transmission updates made it to the car but not the bhp increase.Changes are pretty cosmetic eg Magnum grills ,Tetra Rouge interior pieces, unique alloys and the Le Mans badging and logo to armrest. The 'big' thing at the time was that the DBS rear clear lights made it on the car and the red course stitching was unique to the LM. The Sarthe Silver colour has to this day not been available on any car and talking to the product manager prior to launch will not be used again. For me the car is a keeper - I love it. Much better built than my previous DB9 and quite unique in its presentation. If the history is good and a genuine car then I would have no hesitation in buying it and you join quite a unique club !!
silverspeed said:
I have a DB9 LM. Launched as a limited edition to celebrate class win at 2007 Le Mans 24hr.Planned to produce 124 cars one for each dealer I believe although only 69 were made in the end and I know at least 1 RHD car that was written off. I think 17 cars were RHD of the 69 made but the details are in my file at home so need to confirm that. Last of the 08MY cars therefore has original interior which is no bad thing IMO. The 09MY transmission updates made it to the car but not the bhp increase.Changes are pretty cosmetic eg Magnum grills ,Tetra Rouge interior pieces, unique alloys and the Le Mans badging and logo to armrest. The 'big' thing at the time was that the DBS rear clear lights made it on the car and the red course stitching was unique to the LM. The Sarthe Silver colour has to this day not been available on any car and talking to the product manager prior to launch will not be used again. For me the car is a keeper - I love it. Much better built than my previous DB9 and quite unique in its presentation. If the history is good and a genuine car then I would have no hesitation in buying it and you join quite a unique club !!
How about a few photos? Never heard of this edition and would be interested in seeing the changes you describe, if possible.This one has been up for sale for a while - http://www.saxton4x4.com/reg/3RJN4OA
I also think that Sarthe is too flat, but was interested as the car makes an obvious stable mate for my Le Mans (silver exterior, black and red interior).
ETA: There is also some confusion about the numbers built, and that I think there are at least two cars labelled as No. 1
I also think that Sarthe is too flat, but was interested as the car makes an obvious stable mate for my Le Mans (silver exterior, black and red interior).
ETA: There is also some confusion about the numbers built, and that I think there are at least two cars labelled as No. 1
Edited by V8LM on Friday 3rd September 14:40
More info for you ...
http://www.astonmartin.com/thecompany/news?a=0c869...
It was launched at Frankfurt 2007, alongside the V8V N400 ...
"Aston Martin is not only showing the DBS for the first time in Europe at the Frankfurt motor show next week but will also showcase two new special editions - the Aston Martin DB9 LM® and the V8 Vantage N400. Both special editions draw inspiration from the company's recent achievements at Le Mans and the Nϋrburgring 24-hour races.
The V8 Vantage N400 commemorates Aston Martin’s achievements at the Nϋrburgring where the company enjoyed success in the gruelling ADAC 24-hour race with the V8 Vantage N24 production race car. Aston Martin develops and tests all of its road cars extensively on the Nϋrburgring Nordschleife circuit and the Vantage N400 recently broke the eight minute benchmark around the legendary 14-mile circuit.
The Vantage N400 includes a number of technical improvements as well as enhancements to the car’s standard range of renowned colour and trim specifications. These include a power upgrade to Aston Martin’s 4.3 litre V8 engine, lifting peak power to 400bhp and peak torque to 420Nm. The car also comes equipped with a new Sports Pack which offers subtly different driving dynamics tailored to enthusiasts who seek even more responsive handling. The Sports Pack comprises a unique lightweight graphite-finished aluminium wheel with diamond turning, up-rated springs and dampers and a new rear anti-roll bar (for the Coupe). The Vantage N400 also includes a number of exterior design changes, including a revised side sill design, Magnum Silver bonnet and side strake meshes, clear rear lamp lenses and a bright finish grille.
Interior enhancements include perforated black leather seats, micro-spin alloy facia trim and a unique numbered sill plaque. The Vantage N400 will be available in three new exterior colours; Bergwerk Black, Lightning Silver or Karussell Orange, with either Sportshift automated manual or conventional manual transmission and in either Coupe or Roadster forms. Additionally, the Vantage N400 comes equipped with a range of normally optional equipment, including Satellite Navigation, 700W Aston Martin Premium Audio System, Bluetooth telephone preparation, HID headlamps, cruise control and memory/heated seats.
The DB9 LM® celebrates Aston Martin’s GT1 class victory in the Le Mans 24-hour endurance classic in June with the DBR9 – a race car derived from the DB9.
This special edition car, available in Coupe form only with Touchtronic transmission, includes a unique Sarthe Silver exterior paint finish, meshes and rear crossbar finished in Magnum Silver and red brake calipers. Inside, the DB9 LM® is fitted with handcrafted black leather finish, perforated leather inserts, unique ‘Tertre Rouge’ facia trim and numbered sill plaque. The car is also equipped with the normally optional DB9 Sports Pack as standard, with colour keyed and diamond turned alloy wheels."
http://www.carmagazine.co.uk/News/Search-Results/F...
http://www.astonmartin.com/thecompany/news?a=0c869...
http://www.astonmartin.com/thecompany/news?a=0c869...
http://www.astonmartin.com/thecompany/news?a=0c869...
It was launched at Frankfurt 2007, alongside the V8V N400 ...
"Aston Martin is not only showing the DBS for the first time in Europe at the Frankfurt motor show next week but will also showcase two new special editions - the Aston Martin DB9 LM® and the V8 Vantage N400. Both special editions draw inspiration from the company's recent achievements at Le Mans and the Nϋrburgring 24-hour races.
The V8 Vantage N400 commemorates Aston Martin’s achievements at the Nϋrburgring where the company enjoyed success in the gruelling ADAC 24-hour race with the V8 Vantage N24 production race car. Aston Martin develops and tests all of its road cars extensively on the Nϋrburgring Nordschleife circuit and the Vantage N400 recently broke the eight minute benchmark around the legendary 14-mile circuit.
The Vantage N400 includes a number of technical improvements as well as enhancements to the car’s standard range of renowned colour and trim specifications. These include a power upgrade to Aston Martin’s 4.3 litre V8 engine, lifting peak power to 400bhp and peak torque to 420Nm. The car also comes equipped with a new Sports Pack which offers subtly different driving dynamics tailored to enthusiasts who seek even more responsive handling. The Sports Pack comprises a unique lightweight graphite-finished aluminium wheel with diamond turning, up-rated springs and dampers and a new rear anti-roll bar (for the Coupe). The Vantage N400 also includes a number of exterior design changes, including a revised side sill design, Magnum Silver bonnet and side strake meshes, clear rear lamp lenses and a bright finish grille.
Interior enhancements include perforated black leather seats, micro-spin alloy facia trim and a unique numbered sill plaque. The Vantage N400 will be available in three new exterior colours; Bergwerk Black, Lightning Silver or Karussell Orange, with either Sportshift automated manual or conventional manual transmission and in either Coupe or Roadster forms. Additionally, the Vantage N400 comes equipped with a range of normally optional equipment, including Satellite Navigation, 700W Aston Martin Premium Audio System, Bluetooth telephone preparation, HID headlamps, cruise control and memory/heated seats.
The DB9 LM® celebrates Aston Martin’s GT1 class victory in the Le Mans 24-hour endurance classic in June with the DBR9 – a race car derived from the DB9.
This special edition car, available in Coupe form only with Touchtronic transmission, includes a unique Sarthe Silver exterior paint finish, meshes and rear crossbar finished in Magnum Silver and red brake calipers. Inside, the DB9 LM® is fitted with handcrafted black leather finish, perforated leather inserts, unique ‘Tertre Rouge’ facia trim and numbered sill plaque. The car is also equipped with the normally optional DB9 Sports Pack as standard, with colour keyed and diamond turned alloy wheels."
http://www.carmagazine.co.uk/News/Search-Results/F...
http://www.astonmartin.com/thecompany/news?a=0c869...
http://www.astonmartin.com/thecompany/news?a=0c869...
Edited by steve_amv8 on Friday 3rd September 20:24
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