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The fleet of 100 Aston Martins passes through Germany during the Centenary Rally
european Rally from italy to london
Aston Martin enthusiasts took to the roads in July for the European Centenary Rally in celebration of 100 years of the iconic brand. Covering over 1,000 miles and spanning seven countries in five days, the tour began at the beautiful CastaDiva Resort and Spa on Lake Como in Italy and finished in London, passing through the scenic countryside of Switzerland, Germany, Belgium, Luxemburg and France en route. Stops along the way included Schloss Weitenburg and the Nürburgring Test Centre in Germany and Château de Cocove in France. The drive involved a fleet of 100 Aston Martins across the full model range, including the One-77, limited-edition V12 Vantage Roadsters and Zagatos and the new Vanquish as well as heritage models, carrying 200 guests who, on arrival in London, joined the glittering Aston Martin black-tie party at Freemasons’ Hall. The following day, the cars from the rally joined the crowds at Kensington Gardens as part of the largest-ever gathering of Aston Martin cars. With the weather on their side, it made for a memorable event in the marque’s centenary year.
Starting the rally at the stylish CastaDiva Resort on Lake Como in Italy
About to enjoy the Aston Martin Centenary Birthday Party in London
Some of the 200 guests in Kensington Gardens
RenÉ Michiels Rally
In June, Aston Martin Antwerp hosted the second Memorial René Michiels Rally, which this year featured 100 Aston Martins to mark a landmark year for the company. Models driving through the winding roads and wide meadows that make up the Flemish Ardennes included the DB5, DB6, Vanquish and V12 Vantage. Guests stopped at Hof van Nassau for lunch before travelling to Castle Steenhout (pictured left) for further celebrations and a chance to admire the cars. Expect more celebrations next year when Aston Martin Antwerp marks its 30th birthday.
VOLANTE AT THE VILLA
The DB9 Volante looks at home at Chameleon House, Mallorca’s most luxurious and exclusive property (right). The car features in the marketing material for this expansive villa on the outskirts of Palma. The €40m property’s striking features include a colour-changing façade, made up of embedded crystals and LEDs, and a swimming-pool floor that can be adjusted according to the owner’s preference.
Ice performance: Lapland 2014
This exciting new event, to be held in February and March, offers four days of thrilling driving in spectacular snowy conditions under instruction by highly qualified, professional drivers. Each participant will enjoy extensive and varied driving time in a range of current Aston Martins. For more details and to book your place, go to www.astonmartinonice.com/lapland.
Boxberg EVENT
Over 60 cars raced around the high-speed oval in glorious June sunshine at the Boxberg Proving Ground in southern Germany, honing their braking and collision-avoidance techniques. Guests attending the sold-out event enjoyed dinner at a sumptuous hotel the previous evening before driving to the proving ground through deserted early morning streets.
MONACO CELEBRATION
Aston Martin Monaco celebrated the marque’s 100 years in June with a stunning party on board a 65m Camper & Nicholsons superyacht. Adding to the glamour was a full range of contemporary Aston Martins lining the Quay Kennedy. Guests were treated to Mottra caviar as they admired the models, which included the Mythics and the A3, the oldest surviving Aston Martin, and the iconic DB5 (pictured).
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