Aston Martin Vantage GT12

limited track special series, 100 examples

600 ch · 3.7 s (0-100) · 300 km/h · 2015

Identification

Body / seats

coupé 2 seats; widened and lowered bodywork; carbon bonnet and front wings

Design / style centre

Aston Martin (Marek Reichman)

Assembly

Gaydon, Warwickshire (England)

Production

100 examples (all sold prior to the Geneva Motor Show), price ≈ 250 000 £

⚠️ Identification warning. The GT12 is a track special series limited to 100 examples, derived from the V12 Vantage S. It was originally to be called "GT3" but was renamed GT12 following an objection from Porsche. Not to be confused with the V12 Vantage S (base model), the V12 Vantage GT3 (racing car), the V12 Vantage V600 (2018), or the Vulcan (track only, 24 examples). See section 10.

Powertrain

Engine

AM28 / AM57, V12 at 60°, naturally aspirated, 5 935 cc

Bore × stroke

n.a. (n.c.)

Power

600 hp (442 kW) @ ~7 000 rpm (press measurements: 592 bhp; some data sheets @ 6 750 rpm — discrepancy)

Torque

625 Nm (461 lb-ft) @ 5 500 rpm

Redline

≈ 7 000+ rpm (à confirmer)

Compression ratio

n.a. (n.c.)

Fuel system

fuel injection; revised-geometry magnesium intake manifolds

Valve train

DOHC (quad cam), 4 valves/cylinder

Forced induction

naturally aspirated

Lubrication

wet sump (à confirmer)

Layout

front longitudinal, rear-wheel drive

Engine highlights

titanium exhaust (−19 kg on its own)

Transmission

Gearbox

single-clutch automated manual, 7 speeds, 'Sportshift III' (magnesium torque tube, sharpened calibration)

Architecture

rear transaxle

Differential

limited-slip differential

Driven wheels

rear-wheel drive

Associated systems

launch control

Performance

0–100 km/h

≈ 3,7 s (0–60 mph: 3,5 s)

0–200 km/h

n.a. (n.c.)

Top speed

≈ 300 km/h (185 mph) (reduced vs 205 mph of the V12 Vantage S owing to increased downforce and frontal area)

Reference circuit

n.a. (n.c.)

Chassis & running gear

Chassis / materials

bonded/extruded aluminium 'VH' structure with carbon elements

Rigidity

n.a. (n.c.)

Front/rear suspension

double wishbones, 3-mode dampers; widened front and rear tracks

Steering

rack and pinion, hydraulic power assistance

Braking

carbon-ceramic (CCM); ABS/DSC

Front/rear tyres

Michelin Pilot Super Sport (specific widened dimensions) (à confirmer)

Front/rear wheels

GT12-specific forged wheels

Aerodynamics

Cd

n.a. (n.c.)

Downforce

significant (figure undisclosed), at the expense of top speed

Devices

large boot spoiler, front splitter, diffuser, front-wing extractors (negative pressure and cooling)

Methodology

inherited from V12 Vantage GT3

Dimensions, weight & capacities

L × W × H

≈ 4 385 × ~1 900 (widened) × ~1 241 mm (wider and lower than the Vantage S) (à confirmer)

Wheelbase

≈ 2 600 mm · Front/rear tracks: widened (undisclosed)

Ground clearance

n.a. · Overhangs: n.a.

Weight

≈ 1 565 kg (standard); ≈ 1 515 kg with lightweight options (carbon roof, polycarbonate glazing) → ≈ −100 kg vs V12 Vantage S. Distinction between dry / kerb weight not clearly communicated by AM.

Distribution

moderate front bias (undisclosed)

Centre of gravity

lowered (undisclosed)

Fuel tank

≈ 80 L · Boot: reduced (à confirmer)

Electronics & dynamics

Dynamic controls

defeatable DSC, ABS, limited-slip differential

Drive modes

damper/engine settings (Normal / Sport / Track)

ECU architecture

dedicated engine management

Fuel consumption & emissions

Fuel consumption

high (≈ 15–16 L/100 km) (à confirmer)

CO₂

≈ 343 g/km (à confirmer)

Standard

Euro 6

Lineage & positioning

Replaces

n.a. (one-off special series, flagship of the Vantage V12 range at the time)

Replaced by

lineage continued by the V12 Vantage V600 (2018, 14 examples) at the close of the model's career

Key rivals

Ferrari 458 Speciale, Porsche 911 GT3 RS (991), Lamborghini Huracán

Not to be confused with: V12 Vantage S — the production base model — V12 Vantage GT3 — the genuine racing car (the name 'GT3' was refused for the GT12) — V12 Vantage V600 (2018) — another ultra-limited series — Vulcan — track-only 820 hp, 24 examples.

Collectability & valuation

Rarity

100 examples → sought-after special series

Desirability

naturally aspirated V12 in its most extreme form from Aston; original liveries and specifications (carbon options, colour) are significant; low mileage, provenance and matching numbers are determining factors

Points to watch

heavy and costly V12 servicing; Sportshift single-clutch gearbox; expensive CCM discs; track use (wear); originality of carbon and aerodynamic components (à vérifier)

Valuation

on request (range + comparables + sources + date)

Aston Martin Vantage GT12

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