Send to a friendSteve January 10th, 2008 12:12 PM Link
Trump the Corvette? Nope.
But, that’s pretty awesome, nonetheless.
Aston Martin Wearing Gulf Oil Livery for Le Mans
Written By: Dustin P. Walsh
Yes, you’re seeing this right. That is, indeed, the Aston Martin DBR9 dressed in the evocative blue and orange livery of Gulf Oil. This year, the #007 and #009 Aston Martin Racing DBR9’s will swap out their traditional green livery for the famous powder blue and orange in honor of Gulf Oil’s first 24 hours of Le Mans victory 40 years ago.
Aston Martin will defend the illustrious GT1 title this year against GM’s Corvette Racing Team. In a press release, Aston Martin chairman David Richards hinted the partnership may be destiny. Time will tell.
Does the Aston Martin sporting some nostalgia trump the Corvette? Let us know.
+ AutoBlog: Aston Martin Racing Unveils Gulf Livery for DBR9s!
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8 Comments
Russ Bellinis January 10th, 2008 12:17 PM Link
In racing, winning is what counts. The winner trumps the loser everytime, and paint doesn’t matter.
detroit9000 January 10th, 2008 2:28 PM Link
My money is on the general.
Rachel January 10th, 2008 3:31 PM Link
All trumping aside, gorgeous color for the Martin. She’ll look good even if she loses.
Winding Road » Archive » Aston Martin to Field LMP1 Entry in 2008 January 10th, 2008 4:25 PM Link
[…] a powertrain supplier. The car, a new Lola B08/60, will be powered by the same V-12 found under the GT1-class DBR9. Although Aston will work with Lola to fit the engine and provide engineering support during races, […]
Kai January 10th, 2008 6:28 PM Link
I’ve always believed that all proper British racers should be paint BGR, but I have to admit that looks damned good.
Winding Road » Archive » 2008 Le Mans 24 Hours Entry List Revealed February 22nd, 2008 7:31 AM Link
[…] and Van Merksteijn Motorsport each bringing one. GT1 will again be the scene of a showdown between Aston Martin and Corvette, with both offering four cars to the fray. Interprogressbank Spartak Racing will run […]
Winding Road » Archive » Aston Martin Racing Family Portrait March 7th, 2008 11:00 AM Link
[…] Martin has release this “family portrait” of its race cars. Of course, front and center is the Gulf liveried DB9 – which will race in the Le Mans Series. It’s masterfully pinned up next to AM’s Vantage GT […]
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