February 16, 2017
Actor Daniel Craig, who has played secret agent James Bond in
four films, will sell his personal Aston Martin numbered 007, at a Christie's
auction in April.
"The bespoke, midnight-blue 2014 Centenary Edition
Vanquish - numbered 007 - will be offered on 20 April in New York. Sale proceeds
will benefit The Opportunity Network, which helps young people with career
development," the auction house said in a statement, reported Efe.
The
automobile, worth an estimated $400,000 to $600,000, is being sold under
Christie's The Exceptional Sale, described by the auction house as "a highly
selective, tightly curated auction of decorative arts masterpieces and
significant cultural icons".
"This Aston Martin Vanquish is a tour de
force of automobile engineering and a distinct pleasure to drive," Craig said.
"While I will miss it, I am keen to further the very important work of The
Opportunity Network with its sale," he added.
Craig, 49, worked with
Aston Martin's design chief to customise his personal vehicle.
The actor
had made his debut as Agent 007 in "Casino Royale" (2006) and also played the
character created by Ian Fleming in "Quantum of Solace" (2008), "Skyfall" (2012)
and "Spectre" (2015).
Last August, Craig ended months of speculation over
who would star in the next film in the James Bond series, confirming he would
return as Agent 007 in the next, yet-untitled instalment.