For nearly a century now the Aston Martin name has been synonymous with performance style & sophistication. Perhaps more than any other luxury car it possesses a mystique & charisma that have established it as a cultural icon & the pinnacle of automotive ingenuity. Yet the brand's survival has not always been assured. That Aston Martins are still being produced today is testament to the power of the name & what it represents to car lovers worldwide. In this revised & updated edition of ' Aston Martin: Power Beauty & Soul' author David Dowsey explores the colourful history of Aston Martin from its humble beginnings in a London garage in 1913 to its takeover by the Ford Motor Company in 1987 & sale in 2007. Many of those intimately involved at the various stages of the car's history offer fascinating insights into the development of the Aston Martin & amusing behind-the-scenes anecdotes. With lush full colour photography & detailed illustrations comprehensive specifications of every model from the early DB right up to the V8 Vantage Roadster & production statistics & racing results ' Aston Martin: Power Beauty & Soul' is an indispensable reference for motor enthusiasts & a book that truly does justice to the Aston Martin name.