# James Bond Books Bentley and 007 Present the Sleek and Subtle Carte Blanche Special Edition By Meghan Young | Published 2011-04-29 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carte-blanche-special-edition References: [ohgizmo](http://www.ohgizmo.com/2011/04/26/own-a-special-edition-version-of-the-new-james-bond-book-crafted-by-bentley-motors/) & [007carteblanchebentley](http://www.007carteblanchebentley.com/) Now that the James Bond franchise has been revitalized, thanks to the urgings of one Daniel Craig, I'm sure that a lot of people will want to get their hands on the Carte Blanche Special Edition book. Not that true fans would really need such an excuse. Designed by [Bentley Motors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-macallan-horizon) in collaboration with Hodder & Stoughton, the Carte Blanche Special Edition James Bond book celebrates the fact that the suave secret agent gets behind the wheel of a Bentley [Continental GT](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mulliner-blackline) instead of the traditional [Aston Martin Bond](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1965-corgi-db5). The Carte Blanche Special Edition James Bond book is bound in white Nappa leather with a Pillar Box red edging. It comes in a custom polished aluminum case shaped as the luxury car. The Carte Blanche Special Edition James Bond book is available for pre-order now for £1,000 (about $1,650) and has a limited run of only 500 copies. So act fast if you want to get your hands on a copy. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 27% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Revitalized James Bond Franchise:** The success of Daniel Craig's portrayal of James Bond has sparked a newfound interest in the franchise, creating opportunities for innovative marketing and merchandise. - **Collaborations with Luxury Brands:** Partnerships between luxury brands like Bentley Motors and Hodder & Stoughton offer opportunities for unique and upscale products. - **Limited Edition Collectibles:** The limited run of only 500 copies of the Carte Blanche Special Edition James Bond book presents an exclusive collectible market for fans and collectors. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Publishing:** Publishing companies can explore collaborations with established franchises like James Bond to create special edition books that appeal to dedicated fans. - **Automotive:** Luxury car manufacturers like Bentley Motors can partner with entertainment franchises like James Bond to create unique merchandise, tapping into the loyal fan base. - **Collectibles:** The limited edition book market offers opportunities for collectors and enthusiasts to purchase one-of-a-kind items, driving demand and value in the collectibles industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fictional Spy-Inspired Suitvases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/james-bond-carryon-trolley-case.md) - [Iconic Spy Advent Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/james-bond-2024-advent.md) - [Ultra-Luxe Automotive Publications](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ferrari-endurance.md) - [Green-Hued Secret Agent Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/globetrotter-no-time-to-die-attache.md) - [Luxe Film-Inspired Trinkets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/faberg-x-007-octopussy-egg-objet.md) - [Demure Secret Agent Suitcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/globetrotter-x-007-graphite-grey-carryon.md) - [Luxuriously Bespoke British Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rollsroyce-black-badge-spectre.md) - [Blacked-Out Sportscar Spec Packages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mulliner-blackline.md) - [Iconic Premium Timepiece Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-impossible-collection.md)