Sunday, October 14, 2007

British industrial achievements: James Bond's Aston Martin DB5


Aston Martin DB5 a
Originally uploaded by Fine Cars
While the life of TE Lawrence predates that of fictional swashbuckler James Bond, there are distinct similarities.

Lawrence famously rode the fast motorcycle from the British company Brough. Bond had the Aston Martin. Both fellows loved speed and danger.

Aston Martin is still in business and the newest model is a beaut. Look it up and you'll be impressed, I think.

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