Above & Beyond captures the spirit of the ocean through the elegance of Aston Martin design, with two, one-of-one commissions of the flagship V12 Vanquish, with a Coupe named Above and a Volante named Beyond.
This article was written by Bill Springer. Photography courtesy of Aston Martin.
Conceived as a seamless link between land and sea, Above & Beyond draws direct inspiration from the two forthcoming yachts of the same names, currently being designed by Bannenberg & Rowell in collaboration with Alex G. Clarke of Denison Yachting for Turquoise Yachts. Named Above & Beyond, the pair symbolizes a journey without limits—an ethos that is reinterpreted in every detail of these two Vanquish sports cars, from their craftsmanship to their finish.
Both the Vanquish Coupe and Vanquish Volante exteriors are finished in Lightning Silver, a color chosen for its subtle blue reflection in direct sunlight, and a nod to the shimmering metallic reflections seen on yacht hulls. The lower body is defined by gloss blue-tinted carbon fiber, split by a bespoke Lightning Silver pinstripe that emulates the “boot-stripes” of a yacht’s hull. Further marine cues include a subtle graphic on the mirror caps; the driver-side mirror featuresa red stripe while the passenger-side mirror’sis green, in reference to port and starboardnavigation lights. Exclusive chrome side strakeswith gloss black V12 badging, Scintilla Silverthermos louvres, and meticulously integrated fender infills reinforce the purity of the exterior lines while amplifying the vehicles’ presence in the same way that polished deck hardware enhances the profile of a yacht.
Glacier White leather is paired with V-shaped quilting, which extends across the doors and center armrest, a detail reminiscent of bespoke yacht upholstery. Pattern stitching, inspired by the bow waves formed at speed, flows across the seating surfaces, while satin and gloss blue-tinted carbon fiber trim evokes lightness and echoes the layered contrasts of contemporary yacht interiors. Bespoke sill plaques, adorned with the partner logos, confirm each car’s unique provenance.
This collection builds on a four-year relationship between Denison Yachting and Holman Motorcars, which has seen Aston Martin Fort Lauderdale and its yachting partners create a series of memorable showcases at the world’s largest in-water event. Recognizing the natural connection between Aston Martin owners and yacht enthusiasts, the partners pursued their first co-curated, yacht-inspired capsule collection—brought to life with the artistry of Q by Aston Martin and Bannenberg & Rowell.
Vittorio Gabba, Aston Martin’s Commercial Head of Q Operations, said: “Above & Beyond embodies more than bespoke design; it’s a celebration of lifestyle. These two Vanquishes represent the perfect union of Aston Martin’s automotive mastery and the timeless elegance of yacht design, and what better place to unveil them than in Fort Lauderdale, the yachting capital of the world.”
Jennifer Welker Peacock, Head of Global Partnerships for Denison Yachting, said: “This collaboration is the result of a shared passion for craftsmanship, innovation, and lifestyle. Bringing together Q by Aston Martin, Aston Martin Fort Lauderdale, and Bannenberg & Rowell under one vision reflects Denison’s ongoing efforts to push boundaries and create meaningful partnerships within the luxury space. Above & Beyond is truly a celebration of our world—on land and sea.”
Each Vanquish in the Above & Beyond collection is a one-of-one commission through the ultra-luxury performance brand’s bespoke service Q by Aston Martin ensuring instant collectability.
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