Brabus has transformed the Aston Martin Vanquish Cabriolet into an ultra-exclusive open-top grand tourer with nearly 1,000 horsepower. Called the Brabus Bodo Cabriolet, the latest creation combines a heavily reworked V12 engine with bespoke bodywork, luxury appointments and high-performance hardware.
A Tribute to Bodo Buschmann
The Bodo Cabriolet follows the original Bodo, which debuted as a hardtop based on the Aston Martin Vanquish. The model pays tribute to Bodo Buschmann, one of Brabus’ late co-founders and the father of current Brabus CEO and owner Constantin Buschmann.
According to Buschmann, the Bodo project was inspired by discussions with his father about creating a large, distinctive grand tourer that fully represented the Brabus identity. The company ultimately spent eight years turning that vision into reality before expanding the Bodo family with the new cabriolet.
Extensively Redesigned Bodywork
The Bodo Cabriolet retains the Vanquish as its foundation, but Brabus has given the car a distinctive exterior that significantly separates it from the Aston Martin on which it is based.
The front features a redesigned grille, new slats, aggressive lighting elements and a heavily vented hood. At the rear, Brabus created a completely bespoke design measuring 79.8 inches wide.
An active aerodynamic spoiler rises at high speeds to reduce drag and can also function as an airbrake when the car is slowing from speeds above 87 mph.
The folding soft top disappears into a large rear hump that flows into the surrounding bodywork and frames the matrix LED taillights. Below it, a redesigned bumper incorporates quad titanium exhaust tips and a diffuser.
985-HP Twin-Turbo V12
The Aston Martin Vanquish’s 5.2-liter V12 already produces 824 horsepower, but Brabus has extensively reworked the powertrain for the Bodo Cabriolet.
The modifications include a heavily revised ram-air system, high-efficiency charge-air cooling, two special turbochargers, a stainless-steel exhaust system produced using 3D metal printing and a dedicated engine tune.
The result is 985 horsepower and 885 lb-ft of torque. Brabus says the 2+2 convertible can accelerate from 0 to 62 mph in 3.0 seconds, reach 124 mph in 8.5 seconds and hit 186 mph in 23.9 seconds.
Top speed is electronically limited to 223 mph.
Performance Hardware Beneath the Cabriolet
Brabus equipped the Bodo Cabriolet with double-wishbone front suspension and a multi-link rear setup using KW Suspension components. The adaptive, electronically controlled system also incorporates a front lift function.
The grand tourer rides on 22-inch forged alloy wheels fitted with Bodo-specific Pirelli P Zero tires. Braking duties are handled by six-piston calipers on all four wheels.
A Bespoke Luxury Interior
The cabin receives a comprehensive Brabus treatment, with leather covering the interior and the company’s “Shell” quilting used throughout the cabin.
Customers who secure an allocation can also work with Brabus to customize the interior according to their individual preferences, adding another layer of exclusivity to the limited-production grand tourer.
Only 77 Bodo Cabriolets Will Be Built
Brabus plans to produce just 77 examples of the Bodo Cabriolet. The starting price is $1.24 million, making the open-top V12 one of the company’s most exclusive creations.
With its bespoke coachwork, 985-horsepower V12, 223-mph top speed and limited production run, the Brabus Bodo Cabriolet takes the Aston Martin Vanquish into an entirely different realm of performance and luxury.
