David Brown Automotive, a new marque for a new era with classic looks, God this car is stunning !

• TMW THOUGHTS 

This car, is without doubt, a breath of fresh air in the British cottage industry of car making, maybe, Cottage Industry is a bit harsh, as the quality of design, and build is as good as anything currently available,  the attention to detail is second to none, the graceful lines, the leather and wood interior are as good as any you could expect to get from marques with far more experience, Bentley, Aston and Rolls come to mind, the stunning looks of this car just scream retro, yet, the only way i can call this car is a Classic Modern Classic.

The Jaguar underpinnings are a brilliant choice, it gives this Aston, oops, DB, oops, David Brown Speedback a low slung aggressive stance, if this car can go, like it looks, then all i can see for this new British brand is a bright and LONG future. Yes it is a huge nod to the past with the Aston look, but with Mr Bond and his Aston constantly in the public eye, it is a car that wont go out of fashion, and those spoked wheels just take it a further step in the right direction.

This car is a brilliant choice, what next, well there is already an Eagle E-Type at huge money, what about a modern interpretation of the XK120, only time will tell if this new quality marque will expand further, but for now we will have two stunning cars to ogle, and just maybe, the posters on boys and girls, bedroom walls, will once again have something truly British, true quality, and a real car to aspire too, it has been too long, but a great british icon has been woken from its slumber and will rise to once again be the car of choice, well, for those with deep DEEP pockets.

Can I have a test drive please ?

Jon Mower

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• New model revealed to the media at exclusive preview in London
• Speedback name announced
• Car to be exhibited at Top Marques Monaco in April

At an exclusive media briefing in London, David Brown Automotive unveiled its unique handcrafted GT car for the first time. It was also revealed that this exciting and highly anticipated new car, which is designed, engineered and hand-crafted in Britain, will be called Speedback: a name which reflects the elegant yet purposeful lines of the V8 powered sports coupé.

Speedback will remain at the venue in London over the weekend for viewing and will then travel to Monaco to be shown publicly for the first time at the exclusive Top Marques show, which runs at the Grimaldi Forum from 17^th to 20^th April. The car will be on display on stand F3 and the full team will be available to discuss the car, its specifications and to take orders during the event.

Company founder and CEO, David Brown has a long-standing background in engineering, vehicle manufacturing and an equally strong enthusiasm for both classic and contemporary cars (although he has no connection with either Aston Martin, its founder, Sir David Brown, or with the David Brown Group). With his concept for a classically styled GT car with modern mechanicals and reliability, he began to assemble his specialist team some two years ago.

He said: “The launch of Speedback is the realisation of a dream for me, and is the result of skilful and dedicated work by a team of highly talented designers, engineers and craftsmen. I am delighted at the reaction of the media, our suppliers, potential customers and friends, and I look forward to presenting the car to the public in Monaco. The Speedback name perfectly reflects the classic sports car tradition of the past, whilst also doing justice to the sophisticated silhouette of the car’s hand-built body and unique styling which features amongst much other detail, a fold-down picnic seat.”

The car revealed today is the result of 18 months of hard work by the David Brown Automotive team, including highly-experienced Chief Designer, Alan Mobberley. The car, which has been engineered and handcrafted in Coventry, proudly uses traditional British materials and craftsmanship. Speedback promises exceptional performance and handling from the latest Jaguar 5 litre supercharged engine. Customers of Speedback are able to request any level of tuning or engine enhancements they desire.

“This car will appeal to anybody who desires a truly individual sports car, which can boast a fine British pedigree and which will only be produced in limited numbers, thus ensuring the kind of exclusivity associated with Britain’s once proud heritage of traditional, high-quality, automotive coach-building”, said David.

Also on display was a unique handcrafted 1:4 scale British granite model of Speedback, crafted by Lapicida in Harrogate.

The London media briefing and subsequent launch party was held at the London showroom of specialist stone suppliers, Lapicida, another of David Brown’s business interests. Guests were also able to lean against their handcrafted marble bar and enjoy speciality beers from one of David’s latest business venture, BAD Company; a craft brewery based in North Yorkshire. The three brews, Dazed & Confused, Love Over Gold and Comfortably Numb were the perfect accompaniment to this handcrafted British car.

Today also saw the full David Brown Automotive website launched, featuring full information on Speedback, beautiful images of the car and the craftsmanship behind it. You can also join the conversation on Twitter and Facebook using #HistoryInTheMaking.