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Top 5 Most Expensive Bond Cars

Quentin Van Deutekom — Wed, 13 Oct 2021 08:46:12 +0000

Most Expensive James Bond Cars Through History

In this list we’ll explore the five highest priced cars that mr. Bond has taken to the silver screen.

5. Toyota GT2000

The Toyota From You Only Live Twice is a classic Bond car. Its value is estimated to be at the 1 million mark. This is one of the few times where Bond doesn’t cruise around in an Aston Martin, and is reportable Daniel Craigs favourite bond car.

4. 1977 Lotus Esprit

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Another non Aston Martin makes the list. The Lotus is very unique as it is fully amphibious and works underwater for real. The car was actually discovered by a couple and then sold to Telsa founder, Elon Musk for a price of 1 million.

3. Jaguar C-X75

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The Jaguar from Spectre is a spectacular example of a sports car that oozes luxury, perfect for a British gentleman spy. However this isn’t for Bond, this car actually belonged to Mr.Hinx, the antagonist of the film. He uses the Jaguar in a speedy pursuit where he fails to catch up, despite on paper the Jag being the faster car. The value is put at 1.2 million.

2. Aston Martin DB10

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This Aston Martin solidified the their identity as the car for any super spy. This was the first car Aston had Custom made for a bond movie, bumping the value all the way up to 3.5 million. This is the car he used to escape the pursuit from the Jaguar listed above. Originally this car is for agent 009, but 007 falls in love with the Aston (who can blame him) and steals from Q.

1. Aston Martin DB5

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The original gentleman spy car. This car has made appearances in 9 Bond films, so good luck trying to separate the two in your mind. The car is totally kitted out with awesome spy gadgets, weapons and emergency systems. This Db5 is valued in at 4.6 million which is the price it fetched at auction.

Bonds Bond With Cars

James Bond, the iconic fictional character, is closely associated with certain cars, particularly Aston Martin. The association between James Bond and Aston Martin can be traced back to the 1964 film “Goldfinger,” in which Bond (played by Sean Connery) drove an Aston Martin DB5, complete with a range of special gadgets and modifications.

Since then, Aston Martin has been featured in many other James Bond films, and has become something of a symbol of the franchise. Other cars that have been associated with James Bond over the years include Lotus, BMW, and most recently, the Aston Martin DB10, which was created specifically for the 2015 film “Spectre.”

There are several reasons why James Bond has become so closely associated with certain cars. One is that cars are an important part of the James Bond character and the franchise as a whole. Bond is known for his love of gadgets and luxury items, and cars are a natural fit for that image. Additionally, the cars featured in James Bond films often have special modifications and features, such as weapons, bulletproof glass, and high-tech communication systems, which add to the excitement and adventure of the films.

Another reason why James Bond is associated with certain cars is the power of product placement. The makers of the James Bond films have often worked with car manufacturers to promote their products, and the association with James Bond can be a powerful marketing tool for car companies. The cars featured in James Bond films often become highly sought-after among fans and collectors, which can help to boost sales and brand recognition.

In summary, James Bond is associated with certain cars, particularly Aston Martin, because of their importance to the character and the franchise, as well as the power of product placement and marketing. The association between James Bond and cars has become a key part of the James Bond mythology, and has helped to create some of the most iconic and memorable moments in the history of the franchise.

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Aston Martin DB5 Junior Limited Run!

Quentin Van Deutekom — Wed, 22 Sep 2021 09:19:54 +0000

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Aston Martin DB5 Junior – James Bond

The new Aston Martin DB5 Junior is having a limited time run for the new James Bond film. The coolest part about this miniature DB5 is that just like James Bonds car, this one will be fitted with all kinds of cool and secret spy gadgets. The Junior is slightly faster than its older versions with a better range too. It’s been made as an homage to the Aston Martin DB5 driven by James Bond in his Daniel Craig movies. A big noticeable difference is that the junior is cabriolet rather than coupe. This was done so parents can sit alongside their child in the car. Only 125 of these tuned spy cars will be made, and the price is likely to be £90,000 plus tax.

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Gadgets & Upgrades

If you already own an Aston Martin DB5 Junior then you can get it upgraded and fitted with all the cool Bond gadgets, but it’s on a first come first serve basis with limited slots. The gadgets on the car plentiful, and they’re controlled via a panel on the passenger side. Firstly we have the Gatling guns hidden in the headlights, we also have the famous license plate switcher but this time its digital. Finally we also have a smoke screen!

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Specs

Our favourite part of the new Junior is the time period correct gauges that have been connected to the electric powertrain to give accurate readings. Even the fuel gauge displays your current battery charge. We thought this was a very nice touch. The top end is 15 miles per hour faster than its previous iterations. The car has also seen a lot of new parts, manufactured by big name companies to improve the overall function. A range of approximately 80 miles and the top end is estimated to be a little over 45 miles per hour.

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Best Selling Cars In The UK 2021

Quentin Van Deutekom — Fri, 20 Aug 2021 11:17:01 +0000

Top 10 Best Selling Cars (UK)

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10. BMW 3 Series

The Bmw 3 series has always been a very popular car globally. The Performance and design attracts drivers of all ages to it. The BMWs have been on the best selling cars list in the UK many times, often placing higher up. Apart form all of its luxury feel, the 3 series comes in a huge variety of models, making it very enticing for many different driving needs.

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9. Nissan Qashqai

The Kia Qashqai is a strange position as there was a new model just revealed, so many buyers could have been holding off for the new model to come out. Notably its one of the few cars without an electric option, but despite that it remains a popular contender.

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8. Toyota Yaris

The Toyota Yaris dropped a few spaced in the last month, but the Japanese car pushes into the UK market and firmly keeps its place in the top 10.

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7. Volkswagen Polo

Comfort, performance and luxury are all achieved in the Polo. It’s a car loved by many and its new version coming soon could see the Polo rise through the best selling cars list. The VW Polo is also available with a very small downpayment, making it a very popular choice for many UK citizens.

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6. Kia Sportage

There’s a lot of strong competition for the Kia Sportage, including the Qashqai. Last year the Sportage wasn’t in the top ten best selling cars list but in 2021 it beats out its cousin the Qashqai. With options of hybrid, petrol diesel as well as offering two and four wheel drives options you’ve got a lot of coverage.

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5. Ford Puma

The Ford Puma is surprisingly one of the best handling cars in its class, disproving all the haters. The Puma was highly anticipated by many and it’s no surprise it sits comfortably in the middle of our list.

To Continue Check out the second part of this list!

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