The Iconic Aston Martin Cars in James Bond Movies

Summary

In this article, we explore the iconic Aston Martin cars that appeared in various James Bond movies. We discuss the evolution of the DB model and its use in racing, the gadgets added to the DB5 for use in the movies, the continuation DB5s, and the other Aston Martin cars used in the franchise. We also talk about the significance of the Aston Martin cars in the movies and how they became a symbol of the James Bond franchise.

The Evolution of the DB Model and the DB5
The Aston Martin DBS and V8 Volante
The Return of Aston Martin in GoldenEye
The Aston Martin Vanquish and DBS in Casino Royale and Quantum of Solace

The Evolution of the DB Model and the DB5

Merrick Reitman, an industrial and automotive designer, discusses the Aston Martin cars that appeared in various James Bond movies. He talks about the DB5, which was an evolution of the successful DB model and was used in racing. The DB5 was modified for use in the James Bond movies, and its gadgets, such as wheel spinners and a bulletproof shield, were popular with audiences. Reitman also mentions the continuation DB5s, which were created with all the gadgets seen in the movies. The DB5 was also used in Thunderball, and later in Diamonds Are Forever.

The Aston Martin DBS and V8 Volante

Reitman discusses the Aston Martin DBS, which appeared in On Her Majesty’s Secret Service, and the V8 Volante, which was featured in The Living Daylights. He notes that the V8 Volante was modified to become a coupe and had retractable outriggers.

The Return of Aston Martin in GoldenEye

Reitman concludes by saying that the absence of an Aston Martin in Bond movies made fans appreciate the car’s return in GoldenEye. The speaker talks about their favorite scene in movies involving a red Ferrari and a silver Birch DB5 drifting around a corner in the Alp. They mention that the DB5 in GoldenEye is not the original car and the one used in Tomorrow Never Die is briefly parked in a street in Oxford.

The Aston Martin Vanquish and DBS in Casino Royale and Quantum of Solace

The speaker discusses the Aston Martin Vanquish and how it was a significant change for Aston Martin, being bonded aluminum using carbon fiber. They mention the cloaking device used on the Vanquish being based on a technology being looked at by the Defense Ministry. The speaker talks about the Aston Martin DBS in Casino Royale, which was wider and had a power upgrade, suspension changes, and sports seats. They mention the gadgets in the DBS, including a defibrillator that was designed in the studio. The speaker also discusses the differences between the DBS in Casino Royale and Quantum of Solace, including the color and minor interior changes. They were present during the rollover scene in Quantum of Solace where the car was meant to land on its roof.

Conclusion

The Aston Martin cars in James Bond movies have become iconic symbols of the franchise. From the DB5 with its gadgets to the Vanquish with its cloaking device, these cars have captured the imagination of audiences for generations. Their popularity has even led to the creation of continuation DB5s with all the gadgets seen in the movies. The Aston Martin cars will forever be associated with James Bond and his adventures.