Top Gear Drives the Bond Cars

Law · 02-27-2020, 09:01 AM

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There’s a new Bond film out soon, so to celebrate we brought together the greatest Bond cars ever, one per actor, and we’ve driven them all back to back. Sean Connery’s DB5, George Lazenby’s ‘68 DBS, Roger Moore’s Lotus Esprit, Timothy Dalton’s ‘85 V8 Vantage, Pierce Brosnan’s BMW Z8, and Daniel Craig’s DB10. Oh, and one very special guest. Let us know your favourite below.

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stein_325i · 02-27-2020, 01:56 PM

Such a stunningly gorgeous vehicle! I've only ever seen one in person years ago in California, but it really is a head-turner. I especially love it in Alpina form, with the gorgeous rims that actually match up quite well to the steering wheel's design.

BMWZ4 · 03-05-2020, 10:35 AM

There is a purple / tan interior one floating around Toronto somewhere. The (then?) owner had a few dealerships including a BMW dealership. I saw it once after his dealership reopened after a lengthy renovation - was an invite party for the grand reopening and they had a few special cars onsite including his Z8. I seem to recall it being valued ~250kCAD? Not sure if I had heard correctly. In any case, beautiful vehicle

JustChris · 03-05-2020, 10:38 AM

Motoring royalty

4everkidd · 03-05-2020, 10:49 AM

A gentleman a few houses down from me has one; original owner.

The car has aged extremely well.

StevenDS85 · 03-05-2020, 10:50 AM

Still a fantastic car!

Haywood · 03-05-2020, 10:57 AM

I saw 2 at a BMW dealership recently. Of course, it was in Southampton, LI! I drool every time I see one.

jlstyle · 03-05-2020, 10:57 AM

Something I can adore looking at it in my garage everyday forever.

DeeKay · 03-05-2020, 10:58 AM

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Originally Posted by 4everkidd

A gentleman a few houses down from me has one; original owner.

The car has aged extremely well.

And really a true gentleman's vehicle looks - always loved this car

SAMM3Y · 03-05-2020, 11:14 AM

Cheesiest bond ever but I still loved him!!

Salty Dog · 03-05-2020, 11:21 AM

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Cheesiest bond ever but I still loved him!!

I think that honour would go to Roger Moore and then Timothy Dalton.

37b · 03-05-2020, 11:24 AM

I know there wasn't really a business case to build it, but the coupe concept sure was gorgeous

GOLFFRR · 03-05-2020, 11:32 AM

we actually have one for sale right now! The car is such a good looking car in person. Def a timeless design

its a cool car to drive also, Sr Thomas had the alpina version as his personal car for years, I use to LOVE driving that thing around

spuntyb · 03-05-2020, 11:44 AM

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Originally Posted by joshuastein55

Such a stunningly gorgeous vehicle! I've only ever seen one in person years ago in California, but it really is a head-turner. I especially love it in Alpina form, with the gorgeous rims that actually match up quite well to the steering wheel's design.

The Alpinas were especially gorgeous

bunker · 03-05-2020, 12:37 PM

remains the sexiest BMW ever

TboneS54 · 03-05-2020, 01:26 PM

YNWA Bunker

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Love it!

Obioban · 03-05-2020, 02:05 PM

The DB5 used for stunt driving in that video (last car) is running an S54 and likely a 420G.

f82fanatic · 03-11-2020, 01:51 AM

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Originally Posted by joshuastein55

Such a stunningly gorgeous vehicle! I've only ever seen one in person years ago in California, but it really is a head-turner. I especially love it in Alpina form, with the gorgeous rims that actually match up quite well to the steering wheel's design.

The Alpinas were especially gorgeous

Problem was... no manual on the Alpinas! I rather take the stick...

Multimodal · 03-11-2020, 07:05 PM

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we actually have one for sale right now! The car is such a good looking car in person. Def a timeless design

Only $245K!

https://www.stevethomasbmw.com/used/...c5b6c26aea.htm

martin mustang · 03-12-2020, 09:25 AM

A master piece for sure, I always wondered if the designer was influenced by the e-type Jag.

Huz-Z · 03-24-2020, 06:56 PM

There is a silver Z8 here in St. John’s Newfoundland that I’ve seen driving around a few times now and a couple of times at the local dealer for service. Gorgeous machine indeed.

Gamb1t · 03-24-2020, 08:02 PM

Meh none of them can be driven remotely compared to the BMW 7er!

Just look at 007's face.

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