# Classic Auto Auctions James Bond Creator Ian Fleming Sells Car for £130,000 By Amanda Chang | Published 2010-09-20 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ian-fleming References: [bit.ly](http://bit.ly/d4rbTm) It seems as though the James Bond creator Ian Fleming has got the same taste in cars as his famous [secret agent character](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/james-bond-2024-advent). The Ian Fleming 1962 AC Aceca Coupe was one of the only six [Ford](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alan-mann)-powered Acecas, and one of the only ones still in existence today. Set to be sold at the Goodwood Revival Sale in Sussex, this hot [classic auto](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nostalgic-luxury-car) will sell between £100,000 to £130,000. Check out this classy vehicle in the featured gallery. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 39% | Activity: 53% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Classic Auto Auctions:** Opportunity for businesses to tap into the growing market of classic car auctions. - **Vintage Car Collecting:** Potential for disruptive innovation in the vintage car collecting industry as enthusiasts seek out rare and iconic vehicles. - **Preservation of Automotive History:** Opportunity for businesses to contribute to the preservation and restoration of historic automobiles through partnerships and services. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive Auctions:** Companies can explore innovative ways to attract buyers and streamline the auction process for classic autos. - **Automotive Restoration:** Disruptive innovation possibilities lie in leveraging advanced technologies to improve the efficiency and quality of classic car restoration. - **Luxury Car Dealerships:** Opportunity to cater to the demand for luxury vintage cars and create unique experiences for buyers in this niche market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Limited-Run Electric Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ace-classic-electric.md) - [Ultra-Exclusive Supercar Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aston-martin-valiant.md) - [Nostalgic Muscle Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ac-cobra-gtg.md) - [Luxe Film-Inspired Trinkets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/faberg-x-007-octopussy-egg-objet.md) - [Fictional Spy-Inspired Suitvases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/james-bond-carryon-trolley-case.md) - [Revived Classic Vintage Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/car-zero.md) - [Bespoke Modern Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jaguar-etype.md) - [Sports Car-Inspired Whiskies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aston-martin-in-formula-one.md) - [Luxuriously Bespoke British Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rollsroyce-black-badge-spectre.md)