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Aston Martin Lagonda I Shooting Brake 5.3 (310 Hp)
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Aston Martin Lagonda:
The Aston Martin Lagonda is a full-size luxury four-door saloon manufactured by British manufacturer Aston Martin between 1974 and 1990. A total of 645 were produced. The name was derived from the Lagonda marque that Aston Martin had purchased in 1947. There are two distinct generations: the original, short-lived 1974 design based on a lengthened Aston Martin V8, and the entirely redesigned, wedge-shaped Series 2 model introduced in 1976.
In 2014, Aston Martin confirmed it would launch a new Lagonda model called the Taraf for the Middle-East market, sold on an invitation-only basis as a successor to this saloon. As of 2022, 113 remain registered in the United Kingdom, though 82 are SORN....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Shooting Brake Overview:
Aston Martin Lagonda (I Shooting Brake). A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
5.3 (310 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 5.3L V8 engine delivered exceptional performance for a 1976 luxury grand tourer, offering strong acceleration and effortless cruising capability, befitting Aston Martin's sporting pedigree.
Fuel Economy
As a large displacement V8 from the 1970s, fuel economy is predictably poor, making it a thirsty proposition by modern standards. Expect high running costs.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceedingly rare and unique shooting brake design
- • Powerful 5.3L V8 engine for its time
- • Luxurious and handcrafted interior
- • Strong collector's appeal and investment potential
- • Distinctive styling and road presence
Cons:
- • Very poor fuel economy
- • High maintenance and running costs
- • Limited parts availability for a rare model
- • Lacks modern safety features and technology
- • Complex electronics can be problematic for classic vehicles
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Aston Martin |
| Model: | Lagonda |
| Generation: | I Shooting Brake |
| Modification (Engine): | 5.3 (310 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1976 |
| End of production: | 1997 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 310 Hp |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 11.3 l |
| Coolant: | 18.1 l |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 7.9 sec |
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