Aston Martin’s V12 Vantage RS Concept has a new colour. Mako Blue is it, and it was chosen out of numerous names suggested by interested public members. When the car was unveiled by Aston Martin CEO Dr Ulrich Bez last December, he called on the public to send names they thought would suit the colour of the concept.

One such quick-thinking world citizen was Mat Wilson whose name was the one picked. Wilson said: “The name came to me instantly, when I first saw the car. There is a distinct parallel between the shark and the car – both being the fastest of their kind.” Mako is the Maori word for Blue Lightning, which Aston Martin reckon is perfectly suited to their 600 bhp/ 447kW 6.0-litre V12. Indeed the car is said to be the fastest Aston Martin to ever come out with that badge on its sleeve.

 

Not too shabby

 

WOW.. a v12.. how much is this thing going to cost. Usually manufacturers don't make their "entry level" model priced to compete w/ the higher end models. Anyone have any idea on what the price will be? Why by a Vanquish or Volante if this is cheaper and faster?

 

they need to change those God awful wheels. otherwise, it's nice to finally see a vantage with some balls.

 

Ugly colour ugly bodykit, give me that engine on the existing 08 body stlye in Lamborghini Monterey blue over creme with blue dash and blue stitching on seats and other contrasting trim.

 

Whoaaaa we have similar taste, that would be my preference too..

Although this vantage rs is pretty nice itself , I hate the wheels though!

 

Great minds think a like my friend, either that or Bentley Moroccan blue.

 

Sizzling hotttt, build it already AM!

 

the V12 would be awesome...have a customer already on the list for a DBS, would love to hear what this engine sounds like.

 

Me likey. Wheels are easy to change.