There is, of course, an extensive palette of standard body colours and interior finishes. These have been specially chosen by Aston Martin's team of designers, who have scoured the world to gain inspiration for colours, materials, surfaces and finishes.

Twenty-one paint colours, categorised as 'contemporary classics' and 'fast track', vary from subtle metallics to the brightest hues. Twenty shades of the finest, softest leather, eight colours of carpet and three choices of wood trim - walnut, mahogany and bamboo - complete the 'standard' choice. For DB9 Volante, seven roof colours are available, from black to sandstone.

DB9 is equipped with an industry-leading Linn 128 W audio system - the finest standard in-car entertainment available - including a six CD autochanger. Optional upgrades for the true enthusiast are available, to either the magnificent Linn 260 W system with Limbik 5.1 or the supreme Linn 950 W system with Dolby Pro Logic II. Other options include satellite navigation, reversing sensors, cruise control, personalised sill plaques, powerfold mirrors, heated front screen, tyre pressure monitoring and a bright finish grille.