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Fortunately for car manufacturers, we have carbon fibre, which can help shave 100kg […]","datePublished":"2016-06-23","dateModified":"2016-06-24","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\/06\/FEATURE-3.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/FEATURE-3.jpg","height":520,"width":1200},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/supercars\/aston-martin-limited-edition-gt8\/","about":["SUPERCARS"],"wordCount":366,"keywords":["aston martin","Limited Edition Vantage GT8","Vantage GT12","Vantage GT8"],"articleBody":"Each limited run or tweak that the Aston Martin performs on its popular Vantage line is always worthy news. This time they have given us the Vantage GT8. What makes this one so intriguing is that Aston Martin has put some thought into the GT8\u2019s power to weight ratio and came up with a car that is noticeably agile.Reducing weight isn\u2019t as easy as it sounds. Fortunately for car manufacturers, we have carbon fibre, which can help shave 100kg from the Vantage GT8\u2019s kerbweight \u2013 as long as you specify the full gamut of weight saving options.If this is your dedicated path, then you might also want to take a look at the lightweight 19 inch magnesium wheels (clad in Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres), lightweight brakes and polycarbonate rear and side windows, all of this adds fuel to the extra bite and agility of course. Meanwhile, the standard GT8 will save around 80kg.The 4.7 litre V8 engine now produces 361lb torque and 440bhp – a 10bhp increase – and 0-62mph is achieved in 4.4 seconds, with a top speed of around 190mph. The lower weight, thanks to the plethora of carbon fibre, helps make the car feel very agile and responsive and react instantly to driver input. The Vantage GT8 offers a choice of either 7-speed paddle shift auto transmission or a 6-speed manual.The interior isn\u2019t quite as stripped back as you might have expected. Air conditioning and Aston\u2019s Infotainment II with sat-nav add some commonplace luxury to the interior along with carbon fibre bucket seats and more carbon fibre trim \u2013 even the door handles are carbon fibre. Add this to the well thought out suspension tuning and the GT8 shows itself to be a car not just for the track but also capable of handling our notorious British roads.After the staggering price tag attached to the Vantage GT12, the \u00a3165,000 tag (pre Aston Martin online configurator) attached to the Vantage GT8 almost feels like a reasonable amount for all the car that you get. You can also feel content in the knowledge that, should you be lucky enough to secure one, you will be one of only 150 lucky souls worldwide."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Supercars","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/supercars\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Aston Martin – Limited Edition GT8","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/supercars\/aston-martin-limited-edition-gt8\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]