The Ultimate 007 Experience: James Bond Cars On Display in Green Bay

Green Bay transformed into secret agent central this past April when The Automobile Gallery hosted an exclusive James Bond car exhibition featuring 12 authentic vehicles and artifacts straight from the world’s most famous spy franchise. For fans and car lovers alike, it was a rare chance to see iconic vehicles that have dazzled on the silver screen—from aquatic Lotuses to villainous Jaguars and Bond’s legendary Aston Martins. Here were the star attractions:

1. Aston Martin V8 Vantage – Bond’s British Muscle

The legendary Aston Martin V8 Vantage from The Living Daylights exudes British muscle and style. Famously driven by Timothy Dalton’s Bond, it features rocket propulsion, lasers, and tire spikes—making it an unforgettable centerpiece.
Learn more: Classic Driver – Aston Martin V8 Vantage

2. Wetbike – The Spy Who Loved Me’s Aquatic Marvel

The “Wetbike,” introduced in The Spy Who Loved Me (1977), combined motorcycle cool with aquatic agility. Bond zips across water to reach the villain’s lair—making the Wetbike an instant pop culture legend.
Discover it: James Bond Wetbike Wikipedia

3. Q-Boat – River Chase Star from The World Is Not Enough

Pierce Brosnan piloted the gadget-packed Q-Boat in the iconic Thames River chase from The World Is Not Enough (1999). With torpedoes, jet propulsion, and speed, the Q-Boat set pulses racing.
See more: 007.com – Q-Boat

4. Jaguar XKR – Villainous Luxury in Die Another Day

In Die Another Day (2002), the Jaguar XKR stole scenes with its menacing green finish, machine guns, and missiles—driven by Bond’s icy adversary Zao.
Explore: Motor1 – Jaguar XKR Die Another Day

5. Flying Parahawk – Aerial Action from The World Is Not Enough

The Flying Parahawk—part snowmobile, part paraglider—starred in a thrilling Arctic chase in The World Is Not Enough (1999). These daring airborne villains gave Bond a run for his money on ice and sky.
Read more: MI6-HQ – Parahawk

6. Lotus Submarine Car – Underwater Classic from The Spy Who Loved Me

The Lotus Esprit S1 “Submarine Car” needs no introduction—the amphibious wonder stunned audiences as it morphed from sports car to sub in The Spy Who Loved Me (1977).
Learn about the Submarine Lotus: CNN Style – Lotus Esprit Submarine Car

7. Cagiva Motorcycle – GoldenEye’s High-Flying Stunt

Bond makes a dramatic leap onto a plane atop a Cagiva motorcycle in GoldenEye (1995). This Italian-made bike delivered one of the franchise’s most heart-stopping moments.
About the bike: Ultimate Motorcycling – GoldenEye Cagiva

8. BMW Motorcycle – Tomorrow Never Dies’ Chase Star

The BMW R1200C from Tomorrow Never Dies (1997) co-stars in a nail-biting Hong Kong rooftop chase with Bond and Wai Lin handcuffed together—showcasing agility and Bond’s riding skills.
See details: BMW Blog – Bond BMW R1200C

9. Switchblade Glider – Foldable Flight from Die Another Day

Bond glides stealthily into North Korea using the futuristic Switchblade Glider in Die Another Day (2002), a real-life concept for compact, portable flight.
See more: Aero-News – Switchblade Glider

10. JetStar Model – Goldfinger’s Iconic Jet

The model of the private jet, JetStar, appeared in the climactic scenes of Goldfinger (1964)—a symbol of villainous luxury and Bond’s globe-trotting life.
Explore: IMCDB – JetStar in Goldfinger

11. Citroën 2CV – Bond’s Humble Chase Car

Bond and Melina make a daring escape in a yellow Citroën 2CV in For Your Eyes Only (1981)—its charm and plucky performance made it a fan favorite.
All about the 2CV: Autocar – Bond’s Citroën 2CV

12. Paravane Towable Buoy – For Your Eyes Only’s Nautical Gadget

A unique towable buoy called a “Paravane” featured in Bond’s underwater exploits from For Your Eyes Only (1981), helping him cut enemy lines and escape danger beneath the waves.
See info: MI6-HQ – Paravane

Conclusion

From vintage classics to futuristic hypercars, James Bond’s vehicles have become icons of both cinema and car culture. Their blend of innovation, style, and storytelling continues to captivate audiences around the world. Seeing these legendary machines up close in Green Bay was a rare opportunity for fans to step into Bond’s world and experience the magic firsthand.

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