WE’VE lost count of how many times Aston Martin has applied a bit of slap and lippie to its Vantage sports coupe and convertible as part of yet another special edition.

But the latest, and possibly final, version seems worthy of more attention.

Following the bonkers Vantage AMR Pro that made its debut at the Geneva Motor Show earlier this year, the Vantage AMR V12 and V8 confirm that the special branch will focus its resources on producing two distinct lines of vehicles – one for the road and the other a strictly track-only proposition.

What’s next in line for the AMR treatment is not yet confirmed, but a flashier version of the DB11 would be an obvious choice. Until then, the AMR flag will be flown by the Vantage, which is available in both coupe and cabriolet, and with the AMR upgrades.

For the V8 version, its 4.7-litre naturally aspirated engine gets a tune-up to 321kW, while the 6.0-litre V12 under the heavily vented bonnet of its big sister is pumped up to a meaty 444kW – the most power possessed by any Vantage to date.

Identifying an AMR-fettled Vantage from one of the countless specials won’t be difficult with a range of four unique exterior themes and two styling packages. The Halo Pack substitutes one of the four two-tone colour schemes for a Stirling Green paint job, complemented by Lime Green accents.

With a little more cash to splash, you can add an aero kit that brings a little of the AMR Pro madness with carbonfibre components including a massive fixed rear wing, while the titanium exhaust sounds like a must-have item for its 14kg weight advantage and “sensational” sound.

The AMR fettling continues on the inside with interiors to match the exterior theme. Lightweight carbonfibre seats are upholstered in a mix of leather and Alcantara in the coupes, while the convertible is an all-leather affair.