Grand tourers Grand tourers The Aston Martin DB AR1 was a limited-edition grand tourer made by Aston Martin for the United States market in 2003. It was introduced at the Los Angeles Auto Show in January of 2003 and had no convertible top at all. ...more on Wikipedia about "Aston Martin DB AR1"
The Aston Martin DB7 was a grand tourer made by Aston Martin from September 1994 to December 2003. The grand tourer was available either as a coupé or a convertible, and debuted at the Geneva Motor Show in March, 1993. The six-cylinder DB7 replaced the lower Aston Martin V8 models, placing below the hand-built V8 Virage introduced a few years earlier. The DB7 was the most successful Aston Martin model ever, with more than 7,000 built before it was replaced by the DB9. The DB7 was styled by Ian Callum, and it is widely considered one of the most beautiful and timeless of automotive designs. ...more on Wikipedia about "Aston Martin DB7"
The Aston Martin DB7 Vantage Zagato was a limited-edition grand tourer made by Aston Martin. Introduced at the Paris Motor Show in October, 2002, the Zagato was immediately sold out. Only 99 examples were sold to the public, though one extra was produced for the Aston Martin museum. ...more on Wikipedia about "Aston Martin DB7 Zagato"
The Aston Martin DB9, is a Grand tourer launched by Aston Martin in 2004 and is the first new car to be built at Aston's Gaydon facility. The name "DB" stems from David Brown, the owner of Aston Martin for a sizeable part of its history. This model, which was designed by Ian Callum and finished by his successor, Henrik Fisker, superseded the now-discontinued Aston Martin DB7 (also by Callum) which started production in 1994. This previous model can be credited with bringing the company back from the brink of collapse in the course of its long production run. ...more on Wikipedia about "Aston Martin DB9"
Bentley Continental GT is a grand tourer coupe with two doors and a 2+2 seating arrangement released in 2003, replacing the previous Rolls-Royce-based Continental R and T. ...more on Wikipedia about "Bentley Continental GT"
The Ferrari 456 and 456M is a high-performance Ferrari front-engined grand tourer. The 456 was introduced in 1992 as a replacement for the mid-engined Mondial as the company's 4-seat car. The updated 456M was replaced in 2004 by the 612 Scaglietti. ...more on Wikipedia about "Ferrari 456"
The Ferrari 550 Maranello and 550 Barchetta were 2-seat Gran Turismo automobiles. Introduced in 1996, the 550 was an upmarket front-engined V12 coupe of the kind not seen since the Daytona. It shared its platform and 5.5 L (5474 cc) engine with the 2+2 456 (Engine Code: F133) but was positioned as the company's highest-end model. ...more on Wikipedia about "Ferrari 550" www.shortopedia.com never sleeps.
The Ferrari 599 GTB (internal code F139) is a forthcoming 2-seat Gran Turismo, to replace the 575M Maranello in 2006 as a 2007 model. It shares much of its chassis with the 612 Scaglietti 2+2, though with a shorter 110 in (2794 mm) wheelbase. It will also be lighter than the 612 at around 4000 lb (1815 kg), though both feature all-aluminium bodywork and chassis. Its engine is a development of the F140 unit first seen in the Ferrari Enzo and Maserari MC12 Supercars ...more on Wikipedia about "Ferrari 599"
The Ferrari 612 Scaglietti is a Gran Turismo car produced by Ferrari since 2004. It is a large two door coupe with a 2+2 seating arrangement. The 612 Scaglietti was designed to replace the smaller Ferrari 456M. ...more on Wikipedia about "Ferrari 612 Scaglietti"
The Jaguar XJ-S (later the XJS) was a luxury GT coupe from Jaguar. The XJ-S replaced the legendary Jaguar E-Type in September, 1975, and was based on the XJ sedan. It had been developed as the XK-F, though it was very different in character from its predecessor. Although it never had quite the same sporting image, the XJ-S was a competent grand tourer and, in fact, more aerodynamic than the E-type. The last XJS was produced on April 4, 1996, with the XK8 taking its place. ...more on Wikipedia about "Jaguar XJS"
The XK series (XK8 and XKR) is a modern Grand Touring coupe and convertible from Jaguar. Production began in 1996 for the 1997 model year, replacing the XJS, and continues through a second generation today. The XK8 was the first 8 cylinder vehicle produced by Jaguar, introducing the new Jaguar AJ-V8 engine. ...more on Wikipedia about "Jaguar XK"
The Lamborghini Espada was a Gran Turismo built by Italian car manifacturer Lamborghini between 1968 and 1978. Based on the Marzal show car ** at the 1967 Geneva Show and the Bertone Pirana, a radically rebodied Jaguar E-type, it was Lamborghinis' first attempt at a GT 2+2 sports car. 1217 cars were made, making it the most successful Lamborghini model at the time. ...more on Wikipedia about "Lamborghini Espada"
The Lancia Aurelia is considered by many to be the first true Gran Turismo automobile. Designed by Vittorio Jano, the Aurelia was launched in 1950 and production lasted through the summer of 1958. ...more on Wikipedia about "Lancia Aurelia"
The Porsche 928 is an automobile made by Porsche AG of Germany from 1978 to 1995, during which time it was their flagship model. It is classified as a grand tourer, but the combination of its V8 engine and 50/50 weight distribution made it a competent sports car. It was not designed to replace the Porsche 911, contrary to common misconception. ...more on Wikipedia about "Porsche 928" Who is shortopedia?
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