Introduced for the 2007 model year, the Aston Martin V8 Vantage 4.3 Roadster was the open top variant of the V8 Vantage 4.3. These convertibles were powered by Aston Martin's AJ37 engine, which was a 4.3L V8 that generated 380hp. This power was sent to the rear wheels via a 6 speed manual or 6 speed automated manual transmission. Production of the V8 Vantage 4.3 Roadster lasted until 2008, when it was replaced by the Aston Martin V8 Vantage 4.7 Roadster.