1973 Aston Martin V8 by J.A. Ackley
Aug 17, 2023
Photography Courtesy RM Sotheby's
Want a car with skis? Love James Bond films? Well, this 1973 Aston Martin V8 fits the bill for both of those desires.
This example comes fully equipped with Q Branch gadgets from the 1987 movie “The Living Daylights” that includes the outrigger skis and rocket booster.
In the movie, the car ended its life when it was driven downhill and into a snowbank. The filmmakers removed the engine and transmission to the lighten the car for the stunt. It remained in “movie used condition” for 35 years until the current owner restored it to working condition.
Now, you, too, can chase the bad guys, if you wish. The seller notes that the rocket booster has been altered to shoot flames, which will assuredly help your pursuit.
Find this 1973 Aston Martin V8 “The Living Daylights” up for auction at RM Sotheby’s, with an estimated winning bid of $1,400,000-$1,800,000.
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