James Bond Aston Martin DB5 (BMT 216A) Appraisal
Category: Collectible Automobile / Movie Memorabilia
Description
A silver 1964 Aston Martin DB5, registration number BMT 216A. This model is iconic for its appearance as James Bond's gadget-laden vehicle in films such as 'Goldfinger' and 'Thunderball'. This specific car is purported to be an authentic vehicle associated with the films.
Appraisal Report
This vehicle is identified as the Aston Martin DB5 bearing the iconic registration 'BMT 216A', famously associated with the James Bond film franchise, debuting in 'Goldfinger'. Given the provided information 'This is the real deal', this appraisal assumes the vehicle is an authentic screen-used or promotional car from the original era. Its value is derived from its status as arguably the most famous movie car in the world, its extreme rarity, cultural significance, and association with James Bond. Auction results for verified Bond DB5s consistently achieve multi-million dollar figures (e.g., the 2019 sale of an original promotional car for $6.4 million). Condition, provenance, and specific film history (whether it was a 'hero' car, stunt car, or promotional vehicle) are critical factors, but any authentic 'BMT 216A' Bond DB5 commands a significant price in the collector car and memorabilia markets.
Appraisal Value
$5,000,000 - $7,500,000 USD