Aston Martin Vanquish V12 - 007 Die Another Day(diecast 1:18, Beanstalk)

modelcar Aston Martin Vanquish V12 - 007 Die Another Day produced by Beanstalk 1:18

Original:
Aston Martin Vanquish V12 - 007 Die Another Day (from 2002)
Model producer:
Beanstalk
Scale:
1:18
Motorized:
Showcase model / No engine
Material:
diecast
Color:
Grau Metallic
Identification #:
10011
Condition:
In near mint condition
Packaging:
Original packaging exists
For sale:
Not for sale

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Role model: tech and history of the Aston Martin Bond sports car

This model is based on the Aston Martin Vanquish, the grand tourer that pushed the brand into a new era of construction and lightweight engineering. Generation: First generation, years built: 2001–2007. At the heart of the Aston Martin Vanquish is a 5.9‑liter V12 (sold by the factory as 6.0 L) — 5.9 liters (360.0 cubic inches / 1.56 US gallons), 6.0 liters (366.1 cubic inches / 1.59 US gallons) — that initially made about 338 kW/460 PS (roughly 453 hp / 460 metric hp) and 542 Nm (about 400 lb‑ft); the later “S” bumped power to 388 kW/520 PS (≈520 hp / 520 metric hp). Power goes through an electro‑hydraulically shifted 6‑speed gearbox with paddles, using parts from Magneti Marelli and a gearbox by Graziano. The car uses an extruded‑aluminum structure with glued and riveted elements plus carbon fiber parts in the center tunnel and undertray. This mixed construction was developed together with Lotus Engineering and hand‑built at the Newport Pagnell works. Chief designer was Ian Callum, who modernized Aston’s signature styling with a big grille and clean, taut surfaces. The Aston Martin Vanquish hits about 306–321 km/h (190–199 mph) and does 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) in roughly 4.7 seconds. As a model line evolution you can see it as the step from the earlier V8/Virage cars into this new architecture; the DBS V12 followed it in the lineup. Typical features are an aluminum outer skin, Brembo brakes, a well‑balanced weight distribution, and then‑modern traction and stability control.

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Movie connection: the “Vanish” in Die Another Day

This particular Aston Martin Vanquish is tightly linked to the Bond movie Die Another Day (2002). In the film James Bond gets the car from Q (played by John Cleese). Bond is played by Pierce Brosnan; the character is James Bond. The Aston Martin Vanquish in the movie has “adaptive camouflage,” which is where the nickname “Vanish” comes from. Other movie gadgets include machine guns hidden behind the grille, pop‑up weapons on the hood, and kit for use on ice. Key scenes happen in the Iceland ice palace and during the chase against the villain Zao, who’s driving a Jaguar XKR. The camera shows the Vanquish activating camo and firing from the front openings. The production car carries the UK plate “KE02 EWW,” which is also on this model. That movie appearance cemented the Vanquish as a modern Bond car while staying true to the real‑world specs of the production vehicle.

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The miniature model: Beanstalk at 1/18 scale

This collectible from Modelly member “Stingrayman” is a 1/18 scale model by Beanstalk. It’s made in classic diecast metal, so the casting gives neat edges and a solid feel. You can see the Bond‑specific details: the hood‑mounted pop‑up barrels, and the red‑tinged modules behind the wide grille that echo the film weapons. The license plate “KE02 EWW” is included, and there’s the little badge on the hood. The body is finished in a silver‑gray metallic paint that catches the light nicely. The paint highlights the Vanquish’s rear fender shoulders and the contours around the headlights. The front lights are clear with suggested projector detail; fog lights sit deep in the bumper like on the real car. From the side you get the multi‑spoke wheels and chrome‑trimmed side vents. Proportions are well done: short overhangs, a slightly rising beltline, and a low, sloping rear. The rear window even has fine defogger lines, and the door gaps are appropriate for a diecast piece. Inside you’ll spot a black interior with individually modeled seat shapes, a center console and a steering wheel with paddles. Wipers and mirrors are separately fitted. Again: this is a 1/18 scale Beanstalk model of the Aston Martin Vanquish, great for Bond collections or displays of British sports cars.

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Details, build quality, and collector tips

For collectors, the Beanstalk diecast gives a sturdy base and the sculpted lines of the Aston Martin Vanquish come through well. The grille and the red elements behind it match the movie look. The multi‑spoke wheels are inspired by the Vanquish’s stock rims; there’s no clear sign of a specific tuner or aftermarket brand on the photos. The tire sidewall detail and slightly recessed hubs add depth and realism. The metallic gray paint is evenly applied with no obvious runs, and it plays nicely under different light angles. Badges and vent edges are cleanly finished. The front shows the integrated turn signals and round fog lights correctly placed. Door handle and fuel‑cap outlines are also well reproduced. If you want to identify this as the Bond Vanquish from Die Another Day, the model includes the main movie cues without distorting the look of the production car. In “Stingrayman”’s display the piece sits well among other sports cars and brings a clear Bond theme thanks to its film‑specific features. If you’re into tech details of the real car, the Vanquish’s aluminum/carbon mixed construction, the V12 engine, and the automated paddle‑shift transmission are good topics to dig into — they’re what made the Aston Martin Vanquish stand out in the early 2000s.

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