Ringbrothers Aston Martin Reinvents DBS Into 805-HP “Octavia”
Ringbrothers has built a reputation for redefining classic muscle cars, taking already-iconic machines and pushing them into a new realm of performance and design. From their jaw-dropping Buick Grand National to the sleek Mercury Cougar, their portfolio is stacked with standout builds. But for Monterey Car Week, the Wisconsin-based shop stepped outside its usual playbook. This time, the canvas wasn’t American muscle—it was a British classic.
A British Icon, Reinvented
The car in question is a 1971 Aston Martin DBS, reimagined and rechristened as “Octavia.” At first glance, it’s clear this isn’t just a lightly massaged restomod. Working with designer Gary Ragle, Ringbrothers reengineered the DBS from the ground up. The body was stretched and sculpted to new proportions—wheelbase extended by 3.0 inches, track widened by 8.0 inches, and the rear widened a full 10.0 inches. The result is a car that keeps the DBS silhouette but stands with an aggressive, muscular stance unlike anything Aston Martin ever offered.
Modern Hardware Underneath
The looks are only half the story. Beneath the bespoke bodywork sits a Roadster Shop Fast Track Stage III chassis paired with fully independent rear suspension. At each corner, RS SV by Fox Racing fixed-valve coilovers provide control, while 14-inch Brembo brakes hide behind HRE wheels wrapped in Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires.
And then there’s the engine. Gone is the original 5.3-liter Aston Martin V8. In its place, Wegner Motorsports built a 5.0-liter Ford Coyote V8 topped with a custom 2.65-liter Harrop supercharger. The new heart pumps out an incredible 805 horsepower—more than double the output of the original. A six-speed manual transaxle channels that power, ensuring Octavia delivers performance to match its appearance.
Craftsmanship in Every Detail
The body itself was a massive undertaking. In collaboration with Gemini Technology Systems, the custom carbon-fiber skin took 3,900 hours of CAD design and another 8,200 hours of hands-on fabrication. Finished in a striking Double-0 Silver with Nuclear Olive Green accents, the car is as much artwork as it is engineering marvel.
Inside, the attention to detail continues. Caramel-colored leather upholstery, carbon fiber trim, 3D-printed stainless steel details, and bespoke Octavia badging transform the cabin into a blend of modern luxury and handcrafted artistry.
A Moving Work of Art
“It’s nearly impossible to convey all the intricacies that went into engineering this car. It pushed us to innovate beyond our comfort zone and create a moving mechanical work of art,” said co-owner Mike Ring. “We’ve combined the ferocity of American muscle with the stiff upper lip of English sophistication. Octavia is beyond anything we’ve built before and a celebration of the hot rodding spirit, unveiled in Monterey on the grandest stage of them all.”
Ringbrothers hasn’t put a price tag on Octavia, but with thousands of hours invested and details executed at this level, it’s safe to say this one-off Aston Martin isn’t coming cheap. What’s certain is that Ringbrothers once again redefined what’s possible when tradition meets innovation—this time with a British accent.
