The history of Aston Martin dates back to 1913 and is rich with models of different sizes and shapes with strong, innovative engines. We know the British automaker for making unique, streamlined sports cars that continue to be popular. Aston Martin has created some of the most luxurious cars in the world, including the DB9.

It's easy to understand why some of the most beautiful cars ever made are Aston Martins. Whether you like the earlier models or the more modern examples, there's something about this British marque that makes them worthy of a spot in any top 10 list praising automotive prowess, regardless of which decade they come from.

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9 Aston Martin DBR1

Aston Martin DBR1
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The Aston Martin DBR1 is one of the most beautiful cars ever to come from this famous British automaker. They designed it specifically to compete in the 24 Hours of Le Mans, and it did so with great success.

They built the car at a time when there were no regulations for racing cars, so Aston Martin could build whatever they wanted. The result was a car that looks like nothing else on the track, with a low profile, and a long, sweeping hood hiding its powerful engine.

8 Aston Martin DB2

Aston Martin DB2 Vantage
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The DB2 is another example of how beautiful Aston Martins can be when they try to do something new or different from what everyone else is doing at the time (like with the DBR1).

Frank Feeley designed the DB2, and he also later designed many cars for Aston Martin. This car stood out because it had an aluminum body instead of steel, something that wasn't common at all back then.

7 Aston Martin Lagonda V8

1974 Aston Martin Lagonda front
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You know when you wake up from a dream and think, "Wow, that was amazing"? That's what it feels like when you look at this car. The Aston Martin Lagonda V8 is such a stunning car, it looks like something out of a movie or a dream. It has a very elegant design and looks like it could go from zero to sixty in less than four seconds.

It's got a lot of style and class, but not in a way that makes you feel like it is trying too hard to be fancy—it's just really well-designed, from the way it looks to the way it drives.

6 Aston Martin DB5

Aston Martin DB5 Goldfinger Continuation
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The Aston Martin DB5 is another beautiful car that looks good because they built it almost specifically for a James Bond movie, which it starred in. The DB5 is one of the most iconic cars in history, and its design has influenced many other car styles over time.

It is sleek and stylish, with curves in all the right places and chrome accents that catch the light just right. But what really makes this vehicle stand out is how timeless it looks, and even though it got made decades ago, it still looks as good today as it did back then.

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5 Aston Martin DB7

Aston Martin DB7
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The Aston Martin DB7 is one of the most beautiful and successful cars ever made by the British automaker. It's also one of their most popular vehicles, which is no surprise considering how stunning it is.

This car has a timeless luxury design that's inspired by James Bond movies and other 1960s classics, making it look like something right out of a film. The sleek lines and curves of this car make it stand out from other sports cars on the road, making it easy to imagine yourself driving through the streets of London in it.

4 Aston Martin DB9

Aston Martin DB9
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Another beautiful Aston Martin is the DB9. They released this model in 2003 as a successor to the DB7, and it features an updated look that makes it even more attractive than its predecessor—and all other Aston Martins before it.

They designed the exterior with sharp angles and smooth curves that give it an appearance similar to that of a sports car from the 1990s, but with modern touches like LED lights along with curved taillights.

3 Aston Martin Vanquish Zagato

Aston Martin V12 Zagato
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When it comes to beautiful cars, you don't get much better than the Aston Martin Vanquish Zagato. They made this Aston Martin in the early "2010s," and it's known for its sleek, aerodynamic and sharp design.

The car has a sleek, low-slung body that looks amazing from every angle, with curves and lines that just beg for photographs.

2 Aston Martin One-77

Blue Aston Martin One-77
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The One-77 is a beautiful car and because of its stunning and aggressive design, it looks like it's moving even when it's not. When Aston Martin made this supercar, it could reach speeds of up to 220 mph—and it was one of the fastest cars on the market.

The One-77 features carbon fiber body panels and an aluminum chassis, making it lightweight and fast. It is also one of the most beautiful cars we have ever seen, and rare because only 77 were ever built.

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1 Aston Martin Vulcan

Aston Martin Vulcan AMR Pro Front Quarter View
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The Aston Martin Vulcan is the pinnacle of Aston Martin's brand. It's a car that gets driven at high speeds, and it looks like it could take on any other supercar out there. It has carbon fiber body panels, which make it look sleek and aerodynamic.

The exterior is dramatic, awe-inspiring, and extremely aerodynamic—so much so that some people have called it “the best-looking modern car ever.” They have described it as “a fighter plane without wings,” and that gives you an idea of how sleek it looks from all angles.

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