This could be the ultimate toy for rich brats – unless the brat was us, and then it would be absolutely fine.
Think what you might about a toy car that costs about as much a nicely equipped midsize sedan, this Aston Martin “DB Junior” is absolutely amazing.
Styled to look like a 1960s Aston Martin DB convertible, customers are free to specify the color and trim, much like they would a real Aston. The headlights, indicators, and horn are all fully-functional too.
The cabin has a wood-rimmed steering wheel, while the seats can be ordered in vinyl or leather trim. If you think that’s insane, then take a look at the DB Junior’s performance specs!
This isn’t some pedal-powered contraption, not by a long shot. Under the tiny hood is a 110cc gasoline-fed engine which features key-operated starting, and comes mated to a 3-speed semi-automatic transmission. According to Nicholas Mee & Co., the London-based Aston Martin dealer offering the DB Junior, this wee toy car can hustle its way to a top speed of 46 mph.
Yep, Junior could just about get his first taste for highway driving in this thing! The top speed can be adjusted downwards, however.
There’s good news for those who are young at heart – this Aston toy car has room for a full-size adult.
“We regularly have enquiries from our clients looking for something unusual and different to add to their collection of classics,” said the dealership’s managing director, Nicholas Mee.
“You’d be surprised how well the DB Junior is engineered, and how much room there is in the cockpit. It’s big enough for an adult and the pedals can be adjusted so that the DB Junior will fit a wide range of drivers. Let’s say ‘junior drivers of all ages’.”
