The Three Lives of the Aston Martin Valkyrie
This page is translated from the original post "Les trois vies de l’Aston Martin Valkyrie" in French.
- 09/06/2025 9:48
Aston Martin unveils the Valkyrie LM alongside the 24 Hours of Le Mans, a Hypercar that brings back the spirit of endurance racing.
The Aston Martin Valkyrie LM is an ultra-exclusive hypercar, produced in only 10 units, that offers a unique experience: driving a car almost identical to the one entered in the 2025 24 Hours of Le Mans.
But this car is not just extreme. It also pays tribute to the spirit of the 1960s, when the wildest racing cars like the Ferrari 250 GTO or Ford GT 40 were still driving on the roads to reach the track. The Valkyrie LM follows the same path, but with a few detours: born as a road car, it was transformed into a race car for Le Mans, then slightly tamed to allow a few fortunate wealthy clients to drive it on the circuit. Three lives for the same car and nice revenues for the brand from the sale of these vehicles, their maintenance, spare parts, merchandise…
Under the hood, it features a 6.5-liter naturally aspirated V12 designed by Cosworth, similar to that of the factory car. It delivers nearly 700 horsepower, with a 7-speed sequential gearbox, race suspensions, and custom Pirelli tires. Competition-exclusive elements are removed to simplify driving without losing the essence of racing.
Each owner will have access to an exclusive coaching program, featuring a simulator, track days, video analysis, complete equipment provided, and total support by a dedicated team. This program will start in mid-2026, with several events, including a special evening at the Aston Martin factory at the end of the year.
The cockpit, designed for safety and visibility, includes a carbon bucket seat, a six-point harness, a fire extinguisher, and a steering wheel with an integrated display.
The Valkyrie LM is not just any car. It offers a rare immersion into the world of endurance racing, with a level of performance and authenticity never before reached for a customer model. It’s a way to relive the glory days of Le Mans, where road cars became legends on the track, and to experience, for a weekend, the ultimate dream of the gentleman driver. But to live this dream, you will still need 3 million euros and a comfortable annual maintenance budget for the car…
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