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Aston Martin* late yesterday showed a limited edition Vanquish 25, said to be an exclusive celebration of three generations of a British automotive nameplate crafted through the marque’s bespoke [customization – AutoCrat.] service, Q by Aston Martin. Vanquish 25 will make its global premier at Monterey Car Week in California (10-16 August), with first deliveries from Q4 2026.
“The in-house design and craftspeople at Q by Aston Martin bring unparalleled expertise to the creation of truly bespoke and special commissions, exemplified by Vanquish 25. Taking inspiration from the original Vanquish detailing and launch specification of 2001 and adding new handcrafting techniques and treatments to inject modern flare and style, Vanquish 25 represents a fresh take on the three iterations of this epically quick and engaging, range-topping creation,” Aston said in a release.
No more than 50 examples of the new Vanquish 25 will be produced for global markets, with this special Q by Aston Martin creation offered in either Coupe (25 examples) or Volante (25 examples) body styles and in 2+0 or 2+2 seating constructions.
The Vanquish is the top of Aston Martin’s front-engined sports car range. Highlights include a 5.2-liter Twin-Turbo V12 rated at 835PS (~824 hp)and 1000Nm of torque (~738 lb. ft.), a chassis with state-of-the-art dynamics technology, carbon fiber bodywork and an interior which in Aston’s self-interested view sets the standards for modern automotive sports car luxury. with a top speed of 214 mph, and with a 0-62 mph time of 3.3 seconds, the Vanquish is inarguably quick.
Outside, the new Q has exclusive Q Skye Silver paintwork, Q Commission metal foil detailing on the side sills and the shield vanes, custom Aston Martin script foil detailing, and the addition of Q Commission exhaust finisher, along with stainless steel side strakes; unique ‘Vanquish 25’ badging; and a new ‘V’ highlighting of the 21-inch forged alloy wheels.
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Inside, the Vanquish 25 has unique trim perforation patterns and trim splits, seatbacks embroidered with the exclusive ‘Vanquish 25’ logo, laser-etched Aston Martin trim inlays, a bright red start/stop button in the center console surrounded by custom rotary geometry, and a black Alcantara headlining. Three interior trim colors are available: Onyx Black, Oxford Tan, or Phantom Grey.
“Anyone familiar with this iconic British brand knows the provenance of the name ‘Vanquish’ in our modern history,” said Vittorio Gabba, Head of Q at Aston Martin. “25 years on from the unveiling of the very first Vanquish it is only right that we mark this nameplate’s contribution to our heritage. Vanquish 25 builds on the extraordinary achievements of the modern, third-generation Vanquish with a carefully curated package of exterior and interior features that subtly celebrate this important milestone in our history.”
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About Ken Zino
Ken Zino, editor and publisher of AutoInformed, is a versatile auto industry participant with global experience spanning decades in print and broadcast journalism, as well as social media. He has automobile testing, marketing, public relations and communications experience. He is past president of The International Motor Press Assn, the Detroit Press Club, founding member and first President of the Automotive Press Assn. He is a member of APA, IMPA and the Midwest Automotive Press Assn.
He also brings an historical perspective while citing their contemporary relevance of the work of legendary auto writers such as Ken Purdy, Jim Dunne or Jerry Flint, or writers such as Red Smith, Mark Twain, Thomas Jefferson – all to bring perspective to a chaotic automotive universe.
Above all, decades after he first drove a car, Zino still revels in the sound of the exhaust as the throttle is blipped during a downshift and the driver’s rush that occurs when the entry, apex and exit points of a turn are smoothly and swiftly crossed. It’s the beginning of a perfect lap.
AutoInformed has an editorial philosophy that loves transportation machines of all kinds while promoting critical thinking about the future use of cars and trucks.
Zino builds AutoInformed from his background in automotive journalism starting at Hearst Publishing in New York City on Motor and MotorTech Magazines and car testing where he reviewed hundreds of vehicles in his decade-long stint as the Detroit Bureau Chief of Road & Track magazine. Zino has also worked in Europe, and Asia – now the largest automotive market in the world with China at its center.
Annals of Marketing – Aston Martin’s Vanquish 25
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Aston Martin* late yesterday showed a limited edition Vanquish 25, said to be an exclusive celebration of three generations of a British automotive nameplate crafted through the marque’s bespoke [customization – AutoCrat.] service, Q by Aston Martin. Vanquish 25 will make its global premier at Monterey Car Week in California (10-16 August), with first deliveries from Q4 2026.
“The in-house design and craftspeople at Q by Aston Martin bring unparalleled expertise to the creation of truly bespoke and special commissions, exemplified by Vanquish 25. Taking inspiration from the original Vanquish detailing and launch specification of 2001 and adding new handcrafting techniques and treatments to inject modern flare and style, Vanquish 25 represents a fresh take on the three iterations of this epically quick and engaging, range-topping creation,” Aston said in a release.
No more than 50 examples of the new Vanquish 25 will be produced for global markets, with this special Q by Aston Martin creation offered in either Coupe (25 examples) or Volante (25 examples) body styles and in 2+0 or 2+2 seating constructions.
The Vanquish is the top of Aston Martin’s front-engined sports car range. Highlights include a 5.2-liter Twin-Turbo V12 rated at 835PS (~824 hp)and 1000Nm of torque (~738 lb. ft.), a chassis with state-of-the-art dynamics technology, carbon fiber bodywork and an interior which in Aston’s self-interested view sets the standards for modern automotive sports car luxury. with a top speed of 214 mph, and with a 0-62 mph time of 3.3 seconds, the Vanquish is inarguably quick.
Outside, the new Q has exclusive Q Skye Silver paintwork, Q Commission metal foil detailing on the side sills and the shield vanes, custom Aston Martin script foil detailing, and the addition of Q Commission exhaust finisher, along with stainless steel side strakes; unique ‘Vanquish 25’ badging; and a new ‘V’ highlighting of the 21-inch forged alloy wheels.
Click for more.
Inside, the Vanquish 25 has unique trim perforation patterns and trim splits, seatbacks embroidered with the exclusive ‘Vanquish 25’ logo, laser-etched Aston Martin trim inlays, a bright red start/stop button in the center console surrounded by custom rotary geometry, and a black Alcantara headlining. Three interior trim colors are available: Onyx Black, Oxford Tan, or Phantom Grey.
“Anyone familiar with this iconic British brand knows the provenance of the name ‘Vanquish’ in our modern history,” said Vittorio Gabba, Head of Q at Aston Martin. “25 years on from the unveiling of the very first Vanquish it is only right that we mark this nameplate’s contribution to our heritage. Vanquish 25 builds on the extraordinary achievements of the modern, third-generation Vanquish with a carefully curated package of exterior and interior features that subtly celebrate this important milestone in our history.”
*AutoInformed on
About Ken Zino
Ken Zino, editor and publisher of AutoInformed, is a versatile auto industry participant with global experience spanning decades in print and broadcast journalism, as well as social media. He has automobile testing, marketing, public relations and communications experience. He is past president of The International Motor Press Assn, the Detroit Press Club, founding member and first President of the Automotive Press Assn. He is a member of APA, IMPA and the Midwest Automotive Press Assn. He also brings an historical perspective while citing their contemporary relevance of the work of legendary auto writers such as Ken Purdy, Jim Dunne or Jerry Flint, or writers such as Red Smith, Mark Twain, Thomas Jefferson – all to bring perspective to a chaotic automotive universe. Above all, decades after he first drove a car, Zino still revels in the sound of the exhaust as the throttle is blipped during a downshift and the driver’s rush that occurs when the entry, apex and exit points of a turn are smoothly and swiftly crossed. It’s the beginning of a perfect lap. AutoInformed has an editorial philosophy that loves transportation machines of all kinds while promoting critical thinking about the future use of cars and trucks. Zino builds AutoInformed from his background in automotive journalism starting at Hearst Publishing in New York City on Motor and MotorTech Magazines and car testing where he reviewed hundreds of vehicles in his decade-long stint as the Detroit Bureau Chief of Road & Track magazine. Zino has also worked in Europe, and Asia – now the largest automotive market in the world with China at its center.