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Watch: James Bond-style Aston Martin now worth £1m after being left to rust on drive

Watch: James Bond-style Aston Martin now worth £1m after being left to rust on drive

Summary

A 1960s Aston Martin DB5, once left rusting in a driveway, has been restored and is now valued at £1 million. John Williams bought the car in 1973 for nearly £1,000 and invested £400,000 in its restoration, which took three years and was completed by Aston Martin experts.

Key Facts

  • The car is a 1960s Aston Martin DB5, similar to the one in famous James Bond movies.
  • John Williams purchased it in 1973 for £985, which is about £15,000 today.
  • The car sat unused and became rusty over time.
  • Williams spent £400,000 on its restoration.
  • Aston Martin experts worked 2,500 hours to restore the car over three years.
  • After restoration, the car's value is estimated at £1 million.

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