Aston Martin Bulldog from the 1970s gets another try at 200 mph Autoblog
The Bulldog just might be the biggest curio in Aston Martin history. The wedge-shaped coupe, which was designed by William Towns, was the British marque's attempt to develop and build the world.
1980s Supercars Aston Martin Bulldog
17 The 1970s were frequently turbulent times for Aston, but in late 1976 Curtis was feeling particularly, ahem, bullish. Chief designer William Towns's wedge-shaped Lagonda saloon had caused a.
Aston Martin Bulldog 1979
But before it could reach its 200-mph goal—it topped out at 192 mph in 1981—Aston Martin pulled the plug on the entire William Towns-designed project, having decided it wasn't a prudent way.
Classic Concepts 1980 Aston Martin Bulldog Classic Driver Magazine
ASTON MARTIN BULLDOG - START UP, INTERIOR & MAD DETAILS! Manual 200MPH supercar from the 80's has been restored and unveiled at Hampton Court#AstonMartin #B.
1980 Aston Martin Bulldog OneOff To Try And Crack 200MPH Barrier
Aston Martin endurance racing legend Darren Turner has agreed to pilot the Bulldog on a high speed run to the 200mph top speed that so captured the imagination - of former Top Gear TV.
Aston Martin Bulldog the story of Aston's first hypercar
More than 45 years after it was first conceived - as a 237mph car, no less - the Aston Martin Bulldog has finally broken the 200mph barrier at a former NATO airbase in Campbeltown, Scotland. At.
OneOff Aston Martin Bulldog Driven at Speed for the First Time in 40
The Aston Martin Bulldog, built in 1979, was supposedly capable of 237 mph, but it never exceeded 192 mph in testing. A new American buyer for the one-off is having an 18-month-long ground-up.
Aston Martin Bulldog preparase para ser restaurado Auto Drive
CMC The car was unveiled at Hampton Court by two apprentices from the Royal Naval Air Station at Yeovilton A "mythical" piece of British automotive history has been unveiled in London after being.
The Legendary Aston Martin Bulldog Is Being Restored Boss Hunting
When Aston Martin unveiled the Bulldog 40 years ago it quickly became the stuff of legend for car fans. Only one was ever built and its futuristic design and high-performance engine helped it.
Aston Martin Bulldog Will Again Try For 200 MPH InsideHook
In 1979, Aston Martin made a lofty promise to build a limited run supercar that could surpass the 200 mph threshold. The Bulldog, an ultra-low gull-winged wedge that looked nothing like an actual.
The 200mph, oneoff Aston Martin Bulldog has been fully restored Top Gear
Having finished seventh in 2022, impotent at the back of the field, Aston Martin's form at the Sakhir circuit was revelatory. Alonso was third behind only the two dominant Red Bulls but he had.
Aston Martin Bulldog Readies For Record Attempt
Aston Martin Bulldog Finally Breaks the 200-MPH Barrier After 44 years and a full restoration, the fantastical Bulldog concept has finally met its original goal. By Brian Silvestro Published:.
Rare Aston Martin Bulldog unveiled after restoration by Bridgnorth firm
Aston Martin have become the fourth team to confirm their 2024 car launch plans, with the new AMR24 set to be revealed to the world on February 12. It follows on from announcements that Williams and Sauber will kick off their seasons on February 5, and Ferrari on February 13, a day after Aston Martin..
Aston Martin Bulldog the story of Aston's first hypercar
The Aston Martin Bulldog, styled by William Towns, is a British, one-off concept vehicle produced by Aston Martin in 1979. The code name for the project was DP K901. [2] Initially, a production run of 15-25 cars was planned, but the project was deemed too costly and only one was built. History
Rare Aston Martin Bulldog unveiled after restoration by Bridgnorth firm
The beautifully restored Aston Martin Bulldog, which is still gearing up for its first-ever 200mph attempt, also makes an appearance at Goodwood this year following a two-year restoration programme which saw the Bulldog painstakingly stripped and reassembled into its former, iconic glory.
Aston Martin Bulldog the story of Aston's first hypercar
(1978 - 1980) Project DPK901 I don't think that I will ever forget the impact that this car had on me when it was first unveiled in 1980; I was an impressionable 15 year old at the time. It appeared in every car magazine simultaneously and I bought a copy of every one which I still have in my collection.