# Miniature Spy Car Auctions This Miniature Aston Martin DB5 Q Branch is Being Auctioned For Charity By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2014-09-16 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/q-branch References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/db5-replica-auction/33793/) & [onlineonly.christies](https://onlineonly.christies.com/s/goldfinger-the-50th-anniversary/a-unique-one-third-scale-model-with-gold-plated-detail-of-james-bonds-customised-aston-martin-db5-5/9480/) A one-third scale gold-plated replica of the Aston Martin DB5 'Q Branch' -- used by James Bond in the 1964 movie Goldfinger -- is being auctioned off by [Christie's auction house](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/id-buzz-virtual-auction). The auction marks the 50th anniversary of the premiere of Goldfinger, and is looking to raise money for the [National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/visionary-art-challenge). This one-third scale 24-carat detailed replica has a realistic interior complete with a deployable shield, machine guns, revolving number plates and a detachable passenger roof section. It is also fitted with a replica of the original BMT 216A license plate and comes with an upholstered case bearing a 1960s-style radio remote for gadget control. The scale model was built by making a 3D scan of a real DB5, before scaling down the plan and fabricating the necessary parts using a 3D printer. The online auction continues online until September 17, and is expected to bring in between $65,000 and $97,000. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 58% | Activity: 87% | 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **3D Printing:** Opportunity to further develop 3D printing technology for creating intricate and detailed replicas. - **Collector's Items:** Increasing demand for unique and valuable collector's items, driving up prices in auctions. - **Charitable Auctions:** Rising popularity of charity auctions as a means to raise funds for non-profit organizations. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Automotive:** Innovation possibilities in creating miniaturized versions of iconic cars for collectors. - **Entertainment:** Opportunity to capitalize on the nostalgia and demand for movie memorabilia. - **Non-profit Organizations:** Increasing collaborations with auction houses to raise funds for charitable causes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [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) - [Fashion-Branded Model Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paul-smith-and-land-rover.md) - [Modernized Superhero RC Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-wheels-rc-original-edition-batmobile.md) - [Iconic Spy Advent Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/james-bond-2024-advent.md) - [Ultra-Rare Open-Cockpit Hypercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dbr22.md) - [Limited Racing Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/honda-ra272.md) - [Miniature Art Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-wheels-and-daniel-arsham.md) - [Ultra-Exclusive Supercar Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aston-martin-valiant.md)