- Aston Martin DB12 and Vanquish gain 60th Anniversary of Volante limited-run editions.
- Both convertibles wear matching green paint, bronze accents, and bronze wheels.
- Production is capped at 60 units each, marking 60 years since the original Volante.
Aston Martin is known for sculpting some of the world’s most beautiful convertibles, so the 60th anniversary of the Volante feels like an occasion worthy of fanfare. To mark it, the British brand has rolled out special editions of the DB12 and Vanquish, designed by its Q by Aston Martin division.
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And because no milestone is truly official without a name long enough to require its own parking permit, Aston has christened them the DB12 60th Anniversary of Volante Edition and the Vanquish 60th Anniversary of Volante Edition. Subtle, isn’t it?
The Volante name itself dates back to 1965, first appearing on the Short Chassis Volante, which remained in production for just one year. Since then, it has graced a long line of Aston convertibles, from the DB6 and V8 Vantage to the DB7, DB9, DB11, DBS, Virage, and more recently, the DB12 and Vanquish.
Exterior Design Touches
As expected, both anniversary editions are based on the open-air DB12 and Vanquish. Each is finished in Q Pentland Green, paired with a slightly deeper Q Westminster Green for the hood. The look is accented with an Anodised Bronze finish on the grille and side gills, a theme that carries over to the Satin Bronze 21-inch alloy wheels which feature diamond-turned edges set against black brake calipers. A Q by Aston Martin badge on the fenders completes the exterior detailing.
Aston Martin Vanquish Volante
A Richly Crafted Cabin
Step inside and the anniversary treatment continues with a tri-tone interior blending Centenary Saddle Tan, Ivory, and woven leather. Dark Walnut open-pore veneers and bronze accents provide additional depth, while 60th Anniversary embroidery adds a subtle nod to the occasion. The DB12 maintains its 2+2 layout, whereas the Vanquish has a two-seat configuration, freeing up more space for luggage.
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The biggest separation between the two models comes from what lies beneath the hood. The DB12 features a twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 producing 671 hp (500 kW / 680 PS) and 800 Nm (590 lb-ft) of torque. The Vanquish, however, takes the performance crown with its twin-turbo 5.2-liter V12 delivering 824 hp (614 kW / 835 PS) and 1000 Nm (738 lb-ft) of torque.
Aston Martin DB12 Volante
This makes the Vanquish Volante the fastest and most powerful production convertible built by Aston to date, capable of sprinting from 0-60 mph (0-96 km/h) in 3.4 seconds before topping out at 214 mph (344 km/h). The DB12 Volante isn’t far behind, posting a 0-60 mph time of 3.6 seconds and a top speed of 202 mph (325 km/h).
Pricing has yet to be announced, but both editions will be limited to 60 units each. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in the fourth quarter of 2025, giving collectors a narrow window to secure one of these celebratory machines.
