An Aston Martin DB5 from the latest James Bond film No Time To Die has fetched the equivalent of around $3.26 million at an auction in London. The iconic car, which featured in an action sequence early in the blockbuster, was part of an auction held at Christie’s on Wednesday to mark the 60th anniversary of the 007 films. The proceeds of the auction will benefit nearly 50 aid organizations and charities.
Interested parties from Spain, the US, Canada and Japan, among others, bid by telephone and via the Internet. An Aston Martin V8, also driven by Bond actor Daniel Craig in No Time To Die, went up for sale to 007 producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson for around £704,000 (£630,000). In most cases, the estimated value was significantly exceeded. “This is unbelievable,” Wilson said, overwhelmed after the two-hour event, as Broccoli fought back his tears.
Also watch and boat under the hammer
In addition to several cars, an Omega watch worn by Craig (~$300,000), a replica Fabergé egg of Octopussy featuring Roger Moore (~~$400,000) and a boat from the movie The World Is Not Enough were sold. auctioned with Pierce Brosnan (approx. 141,000 euros) for a good cause. Christie’s online auction continues for a week with over 30 additional 007 props.
The first feature film about the famous secret agent, “James Bond – 007 Hunts Dr. No” was released in theaters on October 5, 1962. Various events will take place around the anniversary, including a concert with the music from the Bond films. Stars like Dame Shirley Bassey (“Goldfinger”), Lulu (“The Man With The Golden Gun”) and the band Garbage (“The World Is Not Enough”) are expected next week at London’s Royal Albert Hall.
Source: Krone
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