Most of the time, impeccable condition of the car can significantly increase its value. However, there are exceptions. That goes for this Aston Martin the body is badly damaged. This did not prevent this model from being sold at auction for a fortune. But there is a very specific reason for this. This Aston Martin is one of the heroines of the James Bond film.

Replica of the original

No need to look for a history that goes back to the 60s. This Aston Martin DB5 was recently built and replicates the original model. It is one of eight cars directly manufactured by the British brand for movie purposes 2019 is not the time to die. This DB5 features all the gadgets that have contributed to the DB5 mythos since its appearance in another James Bond: Goldfinger in 1964. Therefore, this includes the famous rotating plate as well as hidden machine guns in the headlights

3.2 million euros

This ‘new old’ Aston Martin DB5 has been put up for sale at a charity auction. The event organized on the occasion of the 60th anniversary of James Bond. It was sold for 3.2 million euros. A much higher price than other Aston Martins sold in these auctions. We also find a 1981 V8 Vantage (€716,000) and an DBS Superleggera 007 Edition (€457,000)but in perfect condition.

“Aston Martin is incredibly proud to be part of James Bond’s DNA. We are delighted to celebrate this 60th anniversary by selling a truly unique Aston Martin model that we have created for No Time To Die,” said Marek Reichman, Chief Creative Officer of Aston Martin.