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  • commandbond007commandbond007
    Posts: 660
    SAM wrote:
    Just been confirmed that the classic Aston Martin DB5 will return in Skyfall. A sound appointment.

    Wonder whether Q (Ben Whishaw) will have implemented any gadgets on vehicle ? ejection seat LOL

    where did you get this from?
  • SAMSAM
    Posts: 107
    Mentioned on MI6 Home Page under following " Aston Martin DB5 Returns "
  • karl007karl007
    Posts: 151
    With it being the 50th anniversary it definatly has to have the iconic DB5 in it.
  • MajorDSmytheMajorDSmythe "I tolerate this century, but I don't enjoy it."Moderator
    edited December 2011 Posts: 13,894
    As it will mark the 50th anniversary of Bond, I think it would have been more fitting to have Bond (in some way...) drive a Sunbeam Alpine, though it lacks the iconic link to Bond that the DB5 has, it was the first car that we saw Bond drive. And in the first film in the series.
  • BritishChap007BritishChap007
    Posts: 555
    TheWizardOfIce wrote:
    We've had it in GE, TND, CR and now SF. It smacks to me of a lazy homage the likes of which helped drag DAD down.

    Yet, ironically, it wasn't in DAD....
    QBranch wrote:
    The DB5 is also in TWINE- but blink and you'll miss it.

    I guess I've always blinked then. Where is it?
  • QBranchQBranch Always have an escape plan. Mine is watching James Bond films.
    edited December 2011 Posts: 13,993
    At the very end of TWINE, when M is using thermal imagery to locate Bond (and Christmas!) the Aston is right outside the building they're in. Can't remember where I found out about that. I think it was on the commentary for TWINE (UE DVD).
  • karl007karl007
    Posts: 151
    MajorDSmythe wrote:
    As it will mark the 50th anniversary of Bond, I think it would have been more fitting to have Bond (in some way...) drive a Sunbeam Alpine, though it lacks the iconic link to Bond that the DB5 has, it was the first car that we saw Bond drive. And in the first film in the series.
    That would be a nice idea shame only die hard fans would cop it though...

  • BritishChap007BritishChap007
    Posts: 555
    QBranch wrote:
    At the very end of TWINE, when M is using thermal imagery to locate Bond (and Christmas!) the Aston is right outside the building they're in. Can't remember where I found out about that. I think it was on the commentary for TWINE (UE DVD).

    Hmmm. Now I feel like I do almost remember it! Thanks. Without QBranch I would have been dead long ago.

    I'm starting the brozzer era tonight in my Bondathon. Probably get to TWINE tomorrow. I'll keep my eyes open for those seconds...
  • QBranchQBranch Always have an escape plan. Mine is watching James Bond films.
    edited December 2011 Posts: 13,993
    karl007 wrote:
    MajorDSmythe wrote:
    As it will mark the 50th anniversary of Bond, I think it would have been more fitting to have Bond (in some way...) drive a Sunbeam Alpine, though it lacks the iconic link to Bond that the DB5 has, it was the first car that we saw Bond drive. And in the first film in the series.
    That would be a nice idea shame only die hard fans would cop it though...

    That's their own fault for not being die hard fans. ;)
  • QBranchQBranch Always have an escape plan. Mine is watching James Bond films.
    edited December 2011 Posts: 13,993
    BritishChap007 wrote:
    Without QBranch I would have been dead long ago.

    Hmmm, where have I heard that line before? ;) Very clever. :)
  • TopGearJB007TopGearJB007
    edited December 2011 Posts: 624
    QBranch wrote:
    karl007 wrote:
    MajorDSmythe wrote:
    As it will mark the 50th anniversary of Bond, I think it would have been more fitting to have Bond (in some way...) drive a Sunbeam Alpine, though it lacks the iconic link to Bond that the DB5 has, it was the first car that we saw Bond drive. And in the first film in the series.
    That would be a nice idea shame only die hard fans would cop it though...

    That's their own fault for not being die hard fans. ;)
    I'm a Die Hard fan! Bruce Willis is awesome!

    But what does John McClane have to do with Aston Martins? ;)
  • FromCanadaWithLoveFromCanadaWithLove Canada
    edited December 2011 Posts: 612
    Samuel001 wrote:
    I'd like to see Bond actually go and rent the car though, then return it during the course of the film.

    I'm sorry, that doesn't sound like a very exciting Bond movie to me. A name for a movie like that would be SkyStay, Quantum of Brunch, Casino Online, or Dye Another Cookie.
    TopGearJB007 wrote:
    I'm a Die Hard fan! Bruce Willis is awesome!

    But what does John McClane have to do with Aston Martins? ;)

    Well it is almost Christmas. Isn't it time for Christmas movies? Die Hard I and On Her Majesty's Secret Service are mine. :-)

  • VirageVirage
    Posts: 1,856
    QBranch wrote:
    At the very end of TWINE, when M is using thermal imagery to locate Bond (and Christmas!) the Aston is right outside the building they're in. Can't remember where I found out about that. I think it was on the commentary for TWINE (UE DVD).

    Saw it first time.... EVER
  • QBranchQBranch Always have an escape plan. Mine is watching James Bond films.
    Posts: 13,993
    Isn't it nice to go back to a film we've seen many times, and learn something new? :-bd
  • karl007karl007
    Posts: 151
    TopGearJB007 wrote:
    QBranch wrote:
    karl007 wrote:
    MajorDSmythe wrote:
    As it will mark the 50th anniversary of Bond, I think it would have been more fitting to have Bond (in some way...) drive a Sunbeam Alpine, though it lacks the iconic link to Bond that the DB5 has, it was the first car that we saw Bond drive. And in the first film in the series.
    That would be a nice idea shame only die hard fans would cop it though...

    That's their own fault for not being die hard fans. ;)
    I'm a Die Hard fan! Bruce Willis is awesome!

    But what does John McClane have to do with Aston Martins? ;)
    I stand corrected i am not a ''DIE HARD'' fan ;)

  • Samuel001Samuel001 Moderator
    edited December 2011 Posts: 13,350
    FromCanadaWithLove wrote:
    Samuel001 wrote:
    I'd like to see Bond actually go and rent the car though, then return it during the course of the film.

    I'm sorry, that doesn't sound like a very exciting Bond movie to me.

    It needs to only take less than a minute. No big deal and it would hardly define or damage a Bond film.
  • QBranchQBranch Always have an escape plan. Mine is watching James Bond films.
    edited December 2011 Posts: 13,993
    Worst case scenario it'll just damage Bond's reputation for destroying everything he touches. X_X
  • ohmss40ohmss40
    Posts: 44
    So has there been any confirmation of which other vehicles Bond will drive in SkyFall other than his beloved DB5? Which Jaguar will he drive, perhaps a top of the range XK? Not a bad choice I feel.
  • shadowonthesunshadowonthesun Banned
    Posts: 1,894
    No other confirmation. The Range Rover Evoque and Jaguar XJ6 are both in the film, but whether or not Bond actually drives them is another matter entierly.
  • forgotmyusernameforgotmyusername
    Posts: 2,782
    JWESTBROOK wrote:
    Since Craig is rather similar to Dalton, how about a '87 Vantage cameo?

    <img src="http://autopolis.files.wordpress.com/2010/08/1987-aston-martin-v8-vantage-lucury-car-e1264295741601.jpg?w=600&h=449">;

    I love this Aston and the Aston in OHMSS - the DB5 is not the only Aston that we should pull our pants down for.

    <img src="http://members.home.nl/eddyhogendijk/bondcar4.jpg">;


    http://members.home.nl/eddyhogendijk/moviecars.htm

  • Agent7FAgent7F
    Posts: 820
    No matter what Aston Martin does need Bond to make it the brand great. Other Films & TV show can make Aston Martin a star including Celebrities in reality owning An Aston Martin. I love Aston Martins always. I got few including James Bond cars as well.
  • GetafixGetafix
    edited February 2012 Posts: 11,425
    I'm a big fan of the TLD car. Very cool. I agree, it suits Craig better than the DB5.

    I'm amazed on other threads people seem not to care what car he drives. Astonishing. Apparently a Z3 is totally acceptable.
  • QBranchQBranch Always have an escape plan. Mine is watching James Bond films.
    Posts: 13,993
    Well, I guess this confirms there will be no other Aston in Skyfall- just the DB5.

    http://www.mi6-hq.com/sections/articles/bond_23_feb24_landrover_defender.php3?s=bond23&id=03095
  • VolanteVolante
    Posts: 774
    I don't mind the DB5 being the only Aston, and Bond's only car. Previously when they're broguht back the DB5 just for a brief appearance it's seemed kind of forced. Like in Goldeneye, it's like Brosnan as Bond was trying to be backed up by his choice of car.

    The DB5 in CR I didn't mind so much, it kind of served a purpose and didn't feel as forced.

    Looking forward to it in Skyfall, hopefully it feels like a natural fit.
  • QBranchQBranch Always have an escape plan. Mine is watching James Bond films.
    edited February 2012 Posts: 13,993
    Agreed. I'm happy with just the DB5. After all, we already have a bunch of other vehicles in the film, some of which seem to be integral to the story i.e. VW's, Eve's Defender, M's Jag etc. No need to clutter the film with too many vehicles. In another thread, someone spotted the blue BMW Z3 from GoldenEye in one of the behind-the-scenes photos or videos, so we may even get a glimpse of other Astons in the background of the finished product.
  • Agent7FAgent7F
    Posts: 820
    Volante wrote:
    I don't mind the DB5 being the only Aston, and Bond's only car. Previously when they're broguht back the DB5 just for a brief appearance it's seemed kind of forced. Like in Goldeneye, it's like Brosnan as Bond was trying to be backed up by his choice of car.

    The DB5 in CR I didn't mind so much, it kind of served a purpose and didn't feel as forced.

    Looking forward to it in Skyfall, hopefully it feels like a natural fit.
    QBranch wrote:
    Agreed. I'm happy with just the DB5. After all, we already have a bunch of other vehicles in the film, some of which seem to be integral to the story i.e. VW's, Eve's Defender, M's Jag etc. No need to clutter the film with too many vehicles. In another thread, someone spotted the blue BMW Z3 from GoldenEye in one of the behind-the-scenes photos or videos, so we may even get a glimpse of other Astons in the background of the finished product.

    Well said. But it true The British secret Service is not going to issue him a new Aston Martin or any other Brand from europe. But it more likely his Skyfall will be issued a Jaguar.
  • Gus82Gus82
    Posts: 138
    Unrelated to Skyfall, but Aston is launching its own "Q-branch" at this weeks Geneva Motorshow!

    http://3d-car-shows.com/2012/aston-martin-at-geneva-motor-show-2012/
  • QBranchQBranch Always have an escape plan. Mine is watching James Bond films.
    Posts: 13,993
    Anything QBranch-related has to be good!
  • Agent7FAgent7F
    Posts: 820
    Autocar & Car Magazine wrote in article that the prototype & concept car Aston Martin will revive Vanquish & will replace the DBS. I read the article. It might be also DB9 replacement.
  • 001001
    Posts: 1,575
    The current Aston martins are the best looking cars in the world.
    Even the older ones still look great.
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