It’s certainly not the most attractive Aston Martin ever, let alone the most desirable. but it is one of the most efficient models ever made by Gaydoneven after four decades.

Designed and shaped in 1979 to reach a top speed of 382 km/h, the English supercar could not exceed 307 km/h without being eligible for a second chance. For what ? We never had the end of the story, but according to Aston Martin, the economic crisis of those years interrupted the project.

After 44 years, this model is making a name for itself again, not directly by Aston Martin, but thanks to a restoration carried out by Classic Motor Cars. The only Aston Martin Bulldog ever built has finally been able to break at least the 200 mph (or 322 km/h) mark. when reaching 331 km/h.

Secrets of the record

This new record was set at Machrihanish Airfield in Scotland, driven by official Aston Martin pilot Darren Turner. Bulldog is owned by Philip Sarofim, son of Texas billionaire Fayez Sarofim, who won the Coppa d’Oro at the Villa d’Este Concours d’Elegance last year.

The car underwent a complete restoration that lasted 18 months. For 7,000 hours of operation, the Classic Motor Cars specialists focused mainly on the twin-turbo 5.3-liter V8, the power of which increased from 600 to 650 hp. The team especially revised the injection system and transmission to make the components more reliable and ready to cross the symbolic 200 mph threshold.

The future of Aston Martin

As for Aston Martin, we look to the future. On June 27, an important press conference dedicated to investors is expected, during which the brand will present the models expected in the coming years.

In addition to learning a little more about the new DB12, the British manufacturer has an announcement to make its first electric sports car and replacements for the current Vantage and DBS. In addition, the British brand will prepare a new hypercar, which should “replace” Valkyrie and Valhalla.