Aston Martin by Rainer W. Schlegelmilch, Hartmut Lehbrink, and Jochen von Osterroth

This is the third book I have by the same authors. As with the previous 2 it follows the same formulae. A brief introduction of the marque, and then a model by model discription. If it’s not in this book, then it’s probable that Aston Martin never made it. The color pictures are superb and show off the cars perfectly. The photos of the DB4 Zagato are amazing and really show this car in all it’s glory. Every car maker has one model that best exemplifies the marque, and the Zagato is it.
The background on the cars is printed in 3 languages, so it’s not as detailed as you might think.
Overall, this is a great reference book and a must for any car lover.
Look out for the technical specs of each model at the back of the book.

Aston Martin: Power, Beauty and Soul by David Dowsey

This book chronicles all models produced from about 1986 to 2006, with the greatest focus on the hand crafted V-series cars of 1990-2000 (Virage and all its decedents). In many ways the book shows how the company has made the transition from a ultra-low volume maker of coach built cars into a maker of expensive semi-mass produced sports cars (like an English Ferrari). Personally I have mixed feelings about this transformation, but the book does a magnificent job paying homage to both eras.

Each chapter details one model, or one special run of cars. In some cases the “run” describes production quantities in single digits…in a few cases it even represents a single unique car. The book itself contains amazing photographers, and was obviously produced with great attention to detail and love of the cars/company.

One funny aspect of the book… Many places in the text “well known far east customer” is mentioned, but his name is never actually given. This is obviously the Sultan of Brunei. It is well known he was a major Aston Martin customer during this period, and commissioned many of the highly custom cars in the book. Since these cars are locked far away, this book is the only way to experience these works of art.

I only have one minor complaint. I really wish they included more photos inside of the Newport-Pagnell factory itself. Since this book chronicles the last chapter of hand-made cars, it would have been nice to see more details of this lost art.

Worth every penny.

Aston Martin: Ever the Thoroughbred by Robert Edwards

Great book, mostly… good pictures, accurate reporting, excellent layout, fun writing. My only criticism is that he *really* skimped on details on the V8 models, particularly the original V8 Vantage — one of Aston’s most important cars ever. Still, definitely worth buying.

Aston Martin DB4, DB5 and DB6 by Jonathan Wood

A freidn of mine brought me this book back from the UK. He said he found it at the airport and thought I would enjoy it. He was right.

This is great history and recounts the beginnings of the Aston Martin story and used plenty of pictures to augment the test.

I would recommend for any Aston Martin enthusiast and it is welcome addtion to my library on the marque.

Aston Martin: A Racing History by Anthony Pritchard

This is a detailed and authorative history of Aston Martin racing….. a must have for any Aston Martin enthusiast. A great book well worth the modest price.

Aston Martin Ultimate Portfolio 1994-2006 by R.M. Clarke

Great Book. Much better and more fun than I expected. Couldn’t expect more than this from a bunch of reviews.

Aston Martin and Lagonda: V8 Models from 1970 : A Collectors Guide by Paul Chudecki

Paul Chudecki has filled this small book with just about everything anyone that is either an owner of , or just interested in , the V8 engined range of Aston Martin Lagondas. He covers the development and racing heritage with a wealth of illustrations and pictures of many wonderful examples of the marques , many of them quite unique . The thirteen chapters and six appendices cover every aspect of the various marques that the V8 engine was fitted to including the DBS & Vantages , Lagondas and even the Zagato & Bulldog specials and prototypes. He has a vast repository of information to pass on and manages it superbly in this concise and well laid out book , even managing a chapter advising on the points to look for when buying and a complete reference on chassis and engine numbers for easy identification of any model found ! I found this book to be both informative as well as very absorbing as the information is given in a very easy flowing style with no lapses into geek speak.

Well worth the money either as a definative reference book or a fascinating coffee table quick read .

Aston Martin DB2, DB2/4 & DB3 In Detail: 1950-59 by Nick Walker

Very rare DB2′s photo, it is a beautiful.
Vintage Aston’s super book.
Very nice !

Aston Martin V-8 (Garden Color Series) by Michael Bowler

Michael Bowler worked for Aston in the ’70s, so his knowledge of the V8′s development is comprehensive. Good detail on the Vantage and Volante, the ownership struggles, the acquisition by Victor Gauntlett, etc… if you collect Aston books, and care at all about the V8s, you need this one.

The Most Famous Car in the World: The Complete History of the James Bond Aston Martin Db5 by Dave Worrall

This detailed book shows the specific effects behind the car with the entertaining merchandise..Book is very expensive for the value of the book.This edition is still a complete and unabridged softcover..
The authors Lee Pheiffer and David Worell tell the history well …..
One of the cars stolen recently…Not authentic to begin with..Dumb stupid robbers…

Klemantaski & Aston Martin by Louis Klemantaski and Chris Nixon

This is an utterly elegant book, describing a special company during a special era.

Even if you are not into Astons, the photography is scintillating.

And if you are into Astons, those marvelous characters such as Wyer, Collins, Brown, Moss and many others really come alive.