Lunaz confirms first electrified Aston Martin DB6 bound for USA
Lunaz confirms the final configuration of its first fully electrified Aston Martin DB6 by Lunaz Design bound for the USA.
The car, one of fewer than 1,800 made between 1965 and 1970, will be fully restored and upcycled at the Lunaz research and production facility at Silverstone, UK. It is the latest in a series of commissions involving the electrification of cars from marques including Rolls-Royce, Bentley, Jaguar and Range Rover.
The car will be powered by Lunaz’ proprietary modular electric powertrain, developed entirely in-house and comprised of the very highest standard European-sourced Tier 1 OEM battery cells and motors. All current Lunaz vehicles’ battery capacity ranges from 80-120 kWh. Range is 180-250 miles. Every car by Lunaz is equipped with CCS fast-charging capability.
The final tune of this particular DB6 will be undertaken in close collaboration with the client, however the Lunaz powertrain is capable of producing 375bhp and 516lb ft of torque.
The design concept for the first American Aston Martin DB6 by Lunaz is ‘Evergreen’ which features a unique black-green paint finish, complemented by the interior in dark green leather. Orange accents on the seats, running longitudinally, reflect the stroboscopic effect of overhead motorway lighting, recalling the owner’s late-night drives between her inland office and weekend retreat in Miami Beach.
David Lorenz, Founder of Lunaz, said: “The DB6 represents the final evolution of Aston Martin’s legendary dynasty of thoroughbred GT cars from the 1960s; indeed, many enthusiasts today still consider it ‘the last real Aston’. In upcycling this beautiful example to fully electric power, we’ve given a new lease of life to one of the world’s most desirable and historically important cars – a mission that is resonating with a rapidly expanding number of customers in the United States.
“Just as importantly, our process and technology have allowed the owner to configure the car exactly as she wants it, and enjoy an authentic classic car experience entirely on her own terms. That makes this car a very special and satisfying commission, and a clear statement of intent from America’s super-luxury consumers.”
