Nitron NTR-R1 Coilover Kit for Aston Martin V8 Vantage (2006-2018)

The Aston Martin V8 Vantage is a proper sports car with a chassis that responds well to being pushed, but the factory suspension holds back what the platform can actually do when the road gets demanding or a track day exposes the real capability underneath. The Nitron NTR-R1 coilover kit addresses that directly with precision-engineered, combined 2-way damping adjustment drawn from the R3 race platform, sharing core components with a kit developed for professional competition. There’s no remote canister to work around, and every unit is hand-built with ultra-low friction components that keep damping consistent and fade-resistant from the street to the circuit. Hard-anodised titanium finish parts and high-grade materials keep corrosion out and weight in check, and with each kit custom built, custom sprung, and fully serviceable, it’s built to last well beyond a single season.

Unique Technology

• Nitron builds every shock from precision components that go through a thorough design and development process long before final assembly. The modular construction gives engineers the room to develop each application properly on its own terms, without cutting corners on part quality or how components perform together under real load. Everything is machined to tight tolerances and inspected individually by trained technicians; that quality control runs through every stage of production, not just the end of it. New materials, finishes, and processes are validated extensively before adoption, with proprietary Nitron technologies integrated throughout to produce shocks that consistently outlast and outperform competing options on road and track. That standard of engineering is what the brand’s reputation has been built on.
  • Basic Damper Design:
    1. End Eye / Top Mount
    2. Damper Piston & Shim Stack
    3. Shaft / Rod
    4. Floating / Separator Piston
    5. Suspension Oil
    6. Compressed Nitrogen Gas

Bespoke Engineering

• Nitron doesn’t reach for a generic damper and rework the valving to suit. Every application goes through a dedicated development process where components, spring rates, and damping characteristics are engineered around the specific platform from the start. The geometry, weight distribution, and suspension travel of the vehicle are built into the design before anything else, not factored in as corrections later. That’s what sets a kit engineered for a car apart from one that was simply built to fit the same category.

Features

• Internal reservoir type
• 2-way combined adjustment
• Full alloy body
• Preload adjuster
• Combined 24 clicks of adjustment
• Nitrogen gas charged
• Precision bearing spacers supplied as required
• Consists of 4 coilovers and top mounts
• Hand made to order

Specifications

• Coilover Type: NTR-R1
• Adjustment Type: 2-way combined
• Adjustment: 24 clicks combined
• Rear Suspension Type: OEM
• Droplinks Included: No
• Recommended Spring Rates:
  • FRS – Fast Road Spec:
    • Front: 375lbs/inch (66N/mm)
    • Rear: 425lbs/inch (74N/mm)
  • TDS – Track Day Spec:
    • Front: 575lbs/inch (101N/mm)
    • Rear: 625lbs/inch (109N/mm)

Applications

• Aston Martin V8 Vantage: 2006-2018

Other Suspension Kits for the Aston Martin V8 Vantage (2006-2018)

• NTR-R3 Coilover Kit
• RoadSport Coilover Kit
• elec-TRON RoadSport Coilover Kit

Notes

• Custom spring rates also available, please contact us directly here for more information or for a consultation on custom rates
• Images used for illustration purposes only. Specific details, finishes and end fittings may differ from that shown.
• Precision bearing spacers supplied as required

Frequently Asked Questions

• Does the Nitron NTR-R1 coilover kit fit all Aston Martin V8 Vantage model years? The Nitron NTR-R1 coilover kit is confirmed to fit the Aston Martin V8 Vantage from 2006 to 2018. If you’re unsure about your specific build date or variant, we are happy to assist.
• What spring rate options are available for the Aston Martin V8 Vantage NTR-R1 kit? Two specs are recommended by Nitron and offered as standard options. The Fast Road Spec runs 375lbs/inch (66N/mm) front and 425lbs/inch (74N/mm) rear. The Track Day Spec steps up to 575lbs/inch (101N/mm) front and 625lbs/inch (109N/mm) rear. Custom spring rates are also available; contact us directly for a consultation.
• How does the 2-way combined damping adjustment work? The NTR-R1 uses a single adjuster controlling both bump and rebound together across 24 clicks of combined adjustment. This keeps setup straightforward without sacrificing the ability to meaningfully tune the damping character for different road conditions or track surfaces.
• Are droplinks included with the kit? No, droplinks are not included. The kit consists of four coilovers and top mounts covering front and rear, with precision bearing spacers supplied as required.
• Is the Nitron NTR-R1 serviceable after purchase? Yes. Every NTR-R1 kit is fully serviceable. Nitron hand-builds each unit to order, and the design supports long-term maintenance rather than requiring full replacement when performance eventually needs refreshing.

About Nitron Suspension

Nitron Suspension has been at the forefront of precision suspension engineering since 1998, founded by Guy Evans with the goal of building high-performance shocks for enthusiasts and professionals alike. Over 200 dealers now carry Nitron products across Europe, Asia, the US, Australasia, and Africa. In 2008, the company moved into a dedicated facility in the UK’s Motorsport Valley, adding dynamometers, 5-axis CNC machines, and 3D CAD capabilities to support both growing demand and continued product development. A second expansion came in 2023 with a new office in Murrieta, California. The team behind every Nitron product draws from deep backgrounds in machining, materials technology, hydraulics, bike engineering, and F1 racing, with many engineers bringing firsthand experience as competitive drivers and riders. That depth of knowledge across both the technical and competitive sides of motorsport shapes every product Nitron develops.