The iconic one-of-a-kind Aston Martin Bulldog, an automotive legend in its own right, is set to achieve a significant milestone: reaching a speed of 200 mph (321.86 km/h).
Classic Motor Cars Ltd (CMC), a renowned restoration company based in Bridgnorth, Shropshire, in the UK, is putting the finishing touches on the British legend for this highly anticipated challenge.
Bulldog on CMC road
Scheduled to take place on June 6 at Machrihanish airfield, a former NATO base in Scotland, this bold feat will captivate automotive enthusiasts worldwide. After being awarded the coveted “RAC Restoration of the Year” and “Coppa d’Ora” awards at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este, the Bulldogs underwent rigorous testing over the last few months to prepare for this monumental undertaking.
Led by experienced engineer Brett Eggar and under the supervision of Managing Director, Tim Griffin, the dedicated CMC team has invested considerable time into this more than 40 year old vehicle to ensure its performance is in line with Aston Martin’s original vision of creating the fastest. production car ever on the road.
Brett Eggar and Tim Griffin stood on either side of the Bulldog
Tim Griffin, Managing Director of Classic Motor Cars Ltd, stated that their mission is twofold: to maintain the originality of the car while enhancing its capabilities. He said, “We have dealt with over 40 years old engineering and ensured that the integrity of the car was maintained while allowing it to reach 200 mph. In this case, we are not changing the basic technique or engine of the Bulldog but are trying to strengthen and support the original specifications.”
The ambitious endeavor was the culmination of more than 7,000 hours of careful restoration work undertaken by the passionate team at CMC. Although the high speed attempt will be restricted to the media and the CMC team for safety reasons, car enthusiasts and admirers will have the opportunity to witness the legendary car and meet the driver at Machrihanish airstrip between 1 and 2pm.
The flat and distinct Aston Martin Bulldog was a one-off creation to showcase the brand’s sporty performance side in a new light at the turn of the 80s. With a 600-hp, 5.3-liter V8 engine, the Bulldog graces several feature and collector’s card collections. Now, we’ll see what it can actually do.
Story: Aswin Sreenivasan
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