If there is a brand that has been related to the world James Bondthat’s Aston Martin. The Gaydon manufacturer has been accompanying agent 007 since 1964 with that mythical DB5 that stole the show from Goldfinger. Now the 60th anniversary of this relationship is coming up and they wanted to celebrate it in style. They do it with him Aston Martin DB12 Goldfinger Editiona special edition of its latest model, which has a most cinematic configuration and a higher level of exclusivity.
Based on the new DB12, the Q by Aston Martin customization department has carried out an exclusive configuration. In this case they are not going to focus on putting all the necessary accessories to escape from any adversary, it is more about providing a more rewarding driving experience. Of course, the winks are present through the Silver Birch paint that stains its body, the 21″ multi-spoke wheelsinches with diamond finish and black brake calipers or gold side steps.
Inside the Aston Martin DB12 Goldfinger Edition the Sport Plus seats with leather upholstery with a checkered perforation pattern like the original DB5. This look also extends to the doors and roof, while on the door sills there is a Goldfinger 60th anniversary logo. Oddly enough, this model has 18-karat gold-plated details on the gear selector, and there are moldings made with gold metallics woven into the carbon fiber. Another differentiating aspect is the eight of hearts embroidered on the driver’s sun visor by the letter seen in the film.
Doesn’t change the mechanics 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 that is under the hood of this model, which achieves a higher level of power. It has 680 HP and 800 Nm of torque, being a very performance model that accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.6 seconds and has a maximum speed of 325 km/h. Those who purchase this DB12 Goldfinger Edition will be given a exclusive gift series.
These include a custom car cover, a luxurious key case and a Silver Birch speedform model and a 35mm film with a clip from the Furka scene in Goldfinger. A limited edition golden magazine is added, as well as a Globe-Trotter briefcase with a configuration similar to that of the car in which a magnum bottle of Bollinger Champagne from the 2007 vintage can be included. Only 60 units will be madeone for each year that has passed since the release of Goldfinger.
