Aston Martin DBS destroyed in head-on collision in New Jersey
A first-generation Aston Martin DBS suffered catastrophic damage in a head-on crash in Princeton, New Jersey, leaving the V12 supercar nearly unrecognisable.
Aston Martin’s flagship DBS was left almost unrecognisable after a violent head-on collision in Princeton, New Jersey. The crash, which involved the first-generation model, resulted in extensive front-end damage and left the car a write-off.
Images from the scene show the British supercar’s nose crushed, with the bonnet, bumper and both wings destroyed. The extent of the damage suggests the force of the impact was considerable. The incident took place in a residential area, though the circumstances of the collision and the condition of the occupants have not been confirmed by local authorities.
DBS details and context
The Aston Martin DBS at the centre of the crash was produced between 2007 and 2012. Based on the DB9’s VH platform, the DBS was positioned as a high-performance grand tourer with a 6.0-litre naturally aspirated V12 engine. It delivered 510hp and 569Nm of torque, paired with either a six-speed manual or automatic gearbox. The car could reach 191mph and accelerate from 0–62mph in around 4.3 seconds.
The DBS was built at Aston Martin’s Gaydon facility and sat lower and wider than the DB9, sharing only its roof, wheelbase and side glass. Its combination of carbon fibre panels and aluminium structure kept weight in check for a car of its class. The model remains sought after among collectors and enthusiasts, especially in manual form.
No details on injuries or cause
There is no official information regarding the cause of the accident or the condition of those involved. Local police have not released a statement, and it is not clear if any other vehicles were seriously damaged. The severity of the impact, however, left the Aston Martin beyond repair.
Incidents involving rare supercars like the DBS are not uncommon, but the scale of the damage in this case stands out even among high-value crash reports. For more on Aston Martin’s recent models and special editions, see Aston Martin AM310 Revealed at Villa d’Esteand Aston Martin Vulcan makes Spa debut with 800bhp V12.
