ARCTIC CIRCLE — Spy photographers got their closest look yet at the Aston Martin Rapide, testing on the ice near the Arctic Circle. Aston designers have stayed remarkably faithful to the Rapide concept that debuted at the 2006 Detroit Auto Show, although some changes have apparently been made for the production car.
Thicker side mirrors are now mounted on the A-pillar, replacing the concept's delicate fender-mounted mirrors. The prototype's side fender vent also loses its LED turn indicator to a chrome strip, and the side turn indicator is now placed below the vent as a small marker light. And given the Rapide prototype's early status, the door handles are still temporary up front and non-existent on the rear doors. The side glass is also not fully functional, requiring sliding strips. These features will need to be worked out prior to production.
What this means to you: Nothing like a snow-covered backdrop to show off the Rapide's gorgeous lines. — Kelly Toepke, News Editor
Thicker side mirrors are now mounted on the A-pillar, replacing the concept's delicate fender-mounted mirrors. The prototype's side fender vent also loses its LED turn indicator to a chrome strip, and the side turn indicator is now placed below the vent as a small marker light. And given the Rapide prototype's early status, the door handles are still temporary up front and non-existent on the rear doors. The side glass is also not fully functional, requiring sliding strips. These features will need to be worked out prior to production.
What this means to you: Nothing like a snow-covered backdrop to show off the Rapide's gorgeous lines. — Kelly Toepke, News Editor
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