The Zagato was powered by a 430 bhp (321 kW; 436 PS) V8 engine with twin choke Weber carburettors.

The comedian Rowan Atkinson purchased the first right-hand-drive car produced in 1998 and had it converted to Aston Martin Owners' Club racing series C2 specifications.

He crashed it in July 2001 whilst competing at an enthusiasts' meeting, but walked away unhurt.

[3] The conversion was undertaken by Aston Martin Works Service with a total rebuild cost of around £220,000.

The Tadek Marek 5.3 V8 engine was reworked to produce an estimated 482 bhp (359 kW; 489 PS), carrying the unique designation 580XR.