James Bond Aston Martin sold at auction for £2.6m
US broadcasting boss sells silver DB5 driven by Sean Connery in Goldfinger and Thunderball to raise proceeds for charity
The silver DB5, which was driven by Sir Sean Connery as the super spy in Goldfinger and Thunderball, had been expected to go for more than £3 million. A spokesman for the auctioneer said: "It's still a lot of money and I don't think anyone's disappointed."
American broadcasting boss Jerry Lee bought the 1964 car for $12,000 in 1969, and since then it has spent much of its time in the United States. He has said he plans to donate proceeds from the sale to his charitable foundation.
He said previously: "The James Bond car has brought me much enjoyment for some 40 years.
"Even as I sell it and use the proceeds to fund the Jerry Lee Foundation, the car will continue to give me great pleasure as it furthers the mission of the foundation to do good around the world."
Mr Lee set up his foundation more than 10 years ago to support education and anti-crime projects internationally.
The car was sold at Battersea Evolution in London by RM Auctions, together with Sotheby's.
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