Aston Martin Brings Union Jack Vanquish to Lord Mayor's Show

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celebrated the Lord Mayor’s Show in London on Saturday, November 9, by painting a special Vanquish CoupeAston Martin VanquishUnited Kingdom, 2012 > present11 photos
in a complete Union Jack livery. Three other Aston Martins also took part in the 3.5-mile long parade.

Aston Martin did not just show up to the parade. It had to be invited by The Worshipful Company of Coachmakers and Coach Harness Makers of London. It is part of the GREAT Britain campaign to show what Britain has to offer in terms of manufacturing, the arts and investment.

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“To see our sports cars taking part in such an historic and famous event as The Lord Mayor’s Show is a special occasion for everyone associated with Aston Martin,” said Janette Green, Aston Martin head of communications.

The Lord Mayor’s Show started nearly 800 years ago and runs up the Thames to Westminster where the mayor swears loyalty to the Crown.