James Bond is returning to American theaters today in "Skyfall," and the secret agent is back in the car that most defines him: the Aston Martin DB5.
In the 50 years since "Dr. No" hit theaters, James Bond has driven Jaguars, Alfa Romeos, Audis, Bentleys and more.
But ever since Sean Connery drove a DB5 in "Goldfinger," Aston Martin has been the true Bond car.
Since then, various Bonds have had various Aston Martins, but none really compare to the original.
And while 007 may abstain from martinis in "Skyfall" (in favor of Heineken), he does respect his driving roots, going back to the DB5.
The DB5 entered production in 1963. It was named for David Brown, the English industrialist who bought Aston Martin in 1947.
In 1964, a 5-speed manual cost £4,247 after taxes ($86,850 in 2012 USD).
David Brown had a shooting brake version made for him; the larger body style provided space for his hunting dogs and shooting gear.
[Source: Aston Martins.com]
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