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James Bond Cars Collection – GoldenEye (1995) James Bond Cars Collection – GoldenEye (1995) GoldenEye (1995) is the 17th James Bond film, introducing Pierce Brosnan as the new 007. The film follows Bond as he attempts to prevent a rogue ex-MI6 agent from using a satellite weapon to trigger a global financial meltdown. Filmed after a six-year hiatus, the movie features Judi Dench as M, the first woman to portray the character, and Samantha Bond replacing Caroline Bliss as Miss Moneypenny. The film was praised for reviving the franchise and grossed over $350 million worldwide. BMW Z3 Bond drives the BMW Z3 with Natalya, while Jack Wade flies overhead in a light aircraft. To commemorate the film, BMW released a limited James Bond Edition Z3 through Neiman Marcus in 1996. This edition featured 007 dash plaques, Bond floor mats, unique wheels, chrome trim, and a special Atlantic Blue exterior with beige leather interior, mirroring the car in GoldenEye . Originally, only 20 uni...

James Bond Cars Collection – A View to a Kill (1985) James Bond Cars Collection – A View to a Kill (1985) A View to a Kill (1985) is the 14th James Bond film and the last to star Roger Moore. In the film, Bond faces Max Zorin, who plans to destroy Silicon Valley. Despite mixed reviews, the film was commercially successful, and the Duran Duran theme song became the only Bond theme to reach #1 on the Billboard charts. Renault 11 Taxi Chasing May Day through the crowded streets of Paris, this Renault 11 taxi is split in half during the action-packed sequence, showcasing Bond's urban chase prowess. Chevrolet Corvette Featured in a night scene with Pola Ivanova, the Chevrolet Corvette adds sleek style and speed to the espionage-filled streets. Dodge Monaco The Dodge Monaco serves as an SFPD police car, chasing Bond in a stolen fire-truck through the streets of San Francisco, emphasizing the chaotic, high-stakes action of the film. Renault Fuego Turbo Used in th...

2000-2010    147 The Alfa Romeo 147 (Type 937) is a small family car produced by the Italian automaker Alfa Romeo from 2000 to 2010. The 147 was voted European Car of the Year in 2001. The 147 was launched at the Turin Motor Show in June 2000 as a replacement for the Alfa Romeo 145 and 146 hatchbacks, and is based on the running gear of the larger 156 saloon. It was sold with 1.6, 2.0, and 3.2 litre petrol engines, and a 1.9 litre diesel engine. A sequential, paddle operated 'Selespeed' transmission was available from launch. Two trim levels were available, Turismo and Lusso. The 147 was the first Alfa Romeo to have dual zone climate control and electronic traction control. The model was in production for ten years, making it one of the oldest small family cars on sale in Europe at the time of its replacement by the Alfa Romeo Giulietta in the end of May 2010. In total, around 580,000 cars were made. 2007-2009    8C Competizione The Alfa Romeo ...

1992    155 GTA 1993    155 V6 TI The 155 was very successful in touring car racing, using the Supertouring-homologated GTA and the V6 TI for the DTM. Between 1992 and 1994, the 155 managed to take the Italian Superturismo Championship, the German DTM championship (both with Nicola Larini at the wheel), the Spanish Touring Car Championship (with Adrián Campos), and the British Touring Car Championship (with Gabriele Tarquini). The 155 remained competitive until it was replaced with the 156, finishing third in the DTM (then known as the International Touring Car Championship, or ITC) in 1996 with Alessandro Nannini and winning the Spanish championship again in 1997 with Fabrizio Giovanardi. In 1993, Larini in an Alfa 155 placed second in the FIA Touring Car Challenge behind Paul Radisich in a Ford Mondeo. The 156 was to continue the high standard set by the 155, winning the European Touring Car Championship multiple times. 1998    156 D2 Th...

James Bond Cars Collection – For Your Eyes Only (1981) James Bond Cars Collection – For Your Eyes Only (1981) For Your Eyes Only (1981) is the 12th James Bond film and the fifth starring Roger Moore as 007. Directed by John Glen in his directorial debut, the film combines elements from Ian Fleming's short stories "For Your Eyes Only" and "Risico". The plot follows Bond as he locates a missile command system while teaming up with Melina Havelock to avenge her parents' murder. The film marks a return to the grittier, more realistic style of early Bond films after the science-fiction focus of Moonraker . Filming locations included Greece, Italy, and England, with underwater scenes shot in The Bahamas. The film was released on 24 June 1981 and generated $195.3 million worldwide. It was the last Bond film distributed solely by United Artists and received mixed critical reception, praised for its action sequences and realistic approach. Citroën 2CV ...

1992-1998    155 The Alfa Romeo 155 (Type 167) is a compact executive car produced by the Italian manufacturer Alfa Romeo between 1992 and 1998. It was released in January 1992 in Barcelona, and the first public launch was in March 1992, at the Geneva Motor Show. It was built in 192,618 units. 1992 – 155 launched 1993 – Grill changed from “flushed” to “recessed” 1994 – 155 Silverstone introduced to the British market, 155 Q4 and turbodiesels to some markets 1995 – New "widebody" series 2 155 launched with wider track, initially only with 2.0 16v engine. Quickrack fitted 1996 – Widebody with 1.8 16v engine introduced 1998 – Production ends 1994-2000    145 1994-2000    146 The Alfa Romeo 145 (Tipo 930A) and the Alfa Romeo 146 (930B) are small family cars produced by Italian automobile manufacturer Alfa Romeo in Pomigliano d'Arco, Italy between 1994 and 2000. The 145 is a three door hatchback and was launched at the 1994 Turin Motor Sh...

James Bond Cars Collection – The Spy Who Loved Me (1977) James Bond Cars Collection – The Spy Who Loved Me (1977) The Spy Who Loved Me (1977) is the 10th James Bond film and the third starring Roger Moore. Co-starring Barbara Bach and Curt Jürgens, it was directed by Lewis Gilbert with a screenplay by Christopher Wood and Richard Maibaum. While the title comes from Ian Fleming's novel, the plot is original, featuring the villain Karl Stromberg who plans to destroy the world and create a new civilization under the sea. Bond teams up with Russian agent Anya Amasova to stop him. Filming took place across Egypt (Cairo and Luxor), Italy (Costa Smeralda, Sardinia), and The Bahamas for underwater sequences. Pinewood Studios built a massive supertanker set. The film was critically acclaimed, the Marvin Hamlisch soundtrack was successful, and it earned three Academy Award nominations. The novelisation was published in 1977 by Christopher Wood as James Bond, The Spy Who Loved Me...

1983-1994     33 The Alfa Romeo 33 (Type 905 and 907) is a small family car produced by the Italian automaker Alfa Romeo between 1983 and 1995. From a mechanical standpoint it was essentially an evolution of its predecessor, the Alfasud, whose floorpan, chassis and drivetrain were carried over—albeit with modifications to the suspension and braking system. The Nissan-based Alfa Romeo Arna was launched shortly after, offering a similarly sized but lower priced car. The 33 has a unique place in the Alfa Romeo history, as nearly 1 million of these cars were produced. During its 11-year lifespan the 33 saw a light facelift in 1986 and a significant restyle in 1989. The 33 was discontinued in 1994 and replaced by the Alfa Romeo 145 and 146, which used the same boxer engines but built around an entirely new platform based on the Fiat Tipo. 1984-1987     Arna The Alfa Romeo Arna (Type 920) is a small family car produced by the Italian manufacturer...

James Bond Cars Collection – You Only Live Twice (1967) James Bond Cars Collection – You Only Live Twice (1967) You Only Live Twice (1967) is the fifth James Bond film produced by Eon Productions, starring Sean Connery as MI6 agent James Bond. The screenplay by Roald Dahl was loosely based on Ian Fleming's novel. Bond is sent to Japan to investigate the mysterious disappearance of American and Soviet spacecraft, uncovering a plot by SPECTRE to provoke war between superpowers. This film marks the first appearance of Ernst Stavro Blofeld on-screen. Directed by Lewis Gilbert, the movie was a critical and commercial success, grossing over $111 million worldwide. Gyrocopter Little Nellie “Little Nellie” is the iconic gyrocopter used by Bond for aerial combat and reconnaissance. Equipped with machine guns and rockets in the film, it was a marvel of 007 gadgetry and remains one of the most famous James Bond vehicles of all time. Toyota 2000GT The Toyota 2000GT, driven by...