[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/new-releases\/motorsport\/v8-vantage-gte-wings-of-luxury\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/new-releases\/motorsport\/v8-vantage-gte-wings-of-luxury\/","headline":"V8 VANTAGE GTE: WINGS OF LUXURY","name":"V8 VANTAGE GTE: WINGS OF LUXURY","description":"Moving on from the horror of the Cygnet – which we decried yesterday – Aston Martin is capable of proving that it’s still one of the most luxurious car manufacturers on the market.\u00a0The high-end brand has unveiled a bespoke selection of wings for the V8 Vantage GTE models that will feature in this year’s World Endurance Championship (WEC) opening event in Silverstone from 15th to 17th April. Every Vantage that will be taking to the track is handcrafted, as are […]","datePublished":"2016-04-15","dateModified":"2016-08-09","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/#Person","name":"Isabelle Lawrence","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/","identifier":30,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/feature-3.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/feature-3.jpg","height":520,"width":1200},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/new-releases\/motorsport\/v8-vantage-gte-wings-of-luxury\/","about":["MOTORSPORT"],"wordCount":397,"articleBody":"Moving on from the horror of the Cygnet – which we decried yesterday – Aston Martin is capable of proving that it’s still one of the most luxurious car manufacturers on the market.\u00a0The high-end brand has unveiled a bespoke selection of wings for the V8 Vantage GTE models that will feature in this year’s World Endurance Championship (WEC) opening event in Silverstone from 15th to 17th April.Every Vantage that will be taking to the track is handcrafted, as are the wings that will be adorning them, boasting of the sheer speed and performance that the brand hopes will take it to the winner’s podium this weekend.The custom wings were commissioned by Q by Aston Martin and the collection has been crafted by a team of experts based in the famous Jewellery Quarter in Birmingham.\u00a0Each set of wings represents one of the rounds of this year’s championship, meaning that they are varied and every piece is unique.At the Six Hours of Silverstone, all three V8 Vantage GTEs will be sporting a union flag piece and we have it on good authority that something particularly special has been made for the 24 Hours at Le Mans, the centrepiece of the WEC.Having been made by a combination of state-of-the-art innovation equipment and traditional jewellery making machinery, the wings are a perfect representation of the processes that Aston Martin uses in its day-to-day creation.Finished in painstaking detail, the badges are hand painted and then capped off with a fine grindstone to give a smooth surface.\u00a0Open flames are then breathed over the badges to glaze them, they’re then polished and plated.Such detail isn’t just reserved for the heavy duty race cars, Aston Martin customers receive the same treatment for their road cars with a massive range of unique and personalised options for their models.\u00a0Dr Matthew Bennett, general manager for Q by Aston Martin, said: “I’m proud to be able to bring a bespoke touch of luxury to our Aston Martin Racing entries for the 2016 season.“We look forward to seeing these iconic Aston Martin wings badges take to some of the world’s leading race circuits.”\u00a0Indeed, we’re sure that you’ll join us in our anticipation for the Six Hours of Silverstone kicking off today (15th April), let’s hope those Aston Martin wings can fly."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Latest News","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"New Releases","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/\/new-releases\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":3,"name":"Motorsport","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/\/new-releases\/\/motorsport\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":4,"name":"V8 VANTAGE GTE: WINGS OF LUXURY","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/new-releases\/motorsport\/v8-vantage-gte-wings-of-luxury\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]