James Bond Aston Martin DB5

Released in 2018 as part of the Lego Creator Expert series, the James Bond Aston Martin DB5 (set 10262) was designed to celebrate the long-standing cinematic partnership between the 007 franchise and the iconic British sports car. The designers focused on recreating the signature aesthetic of the 1964 vehicle while integrating a suite of functional gadgets synonymous with the films, such as the passenger ejection seat, rotating license plates, and retractable machine guns hidden behind the headlights.

The model was developed to appeal to both adult automotive enthusiasts and film fans, marking a significant entry in the Creator Expert line by blending intricate mechanical features with a display-oriented aesthetic. Upon release, it was well-received for its clever use of Technic elements to actuate its play features, though some collectors noted that the vehicle's curved bodywork posed a significant challenge for the medium of plastic bricks, resulting in a design that prioritizes functional movement over perfectly smooth exterior lines.