World renowned model makers Corgi will be release several special limited edition James Bond collectors sets in 2006. MI6 has a sneak preview...

Corgi 2006 Collectors Preview
12th July 2006

Later this year, Corgi will be releasing several special limited edition collectors sets to tie-in with the 21st James Bond film Casino Royale. As well as the sets previewed below, Corgi will release 1:36th scale models of the Aston Martin DB5 and DBS, and also be special "Twisterz" editions and 3.25" models too. All six cars are scheduled for release in October 2006.
Corgi Casino Royale Preview

 

Limited Edition Aston Martin DB5 & DBS
Scale: 1:36th
REF: CC99195
RRP: £44.99
A special collectors set containing an Aston Martin DB5 and DBS from the new Casino Royale film. Presented in a special mahogany wooden box (pictured opposite).

Both cars are signed in Chinese by the engineer in Hong Kong. Also contains an exclusively commissioned Casino Royale poker plaque with Limited Edition number engraved on it made by Carta Mundi who produce the actual poker plaques in the film.

300 pieces worldwide only. Estimated release date: October 2006

Exclusive twin set of Directors Cut DB5 and DBS
Scale: 1:36th
REF: CC99194
RRP: £249.99

Detailed die-cast DB5 and DBS from the new Casino Royale film. Presented in a special briefcase style presentation box. Includes an exclusively commissioned Casino Royale pack of cards silver embossed edges made by Carta Mundi who produce the actual poker plaques in the film. 5000 pieces worldwide only. Estimated release date: October 2006


Above: The twin set of Directors Cut DB5 and DBS

Aston Martin DB5 & DBS set including figures
Scale: 1.25" x 3.25"
REF: TY95905
RRP: £6.99

Detailed die-cast Aston Martin DB5 and DBS from Casino Royale. Set includes a James Bond figure and Vesper figure.
Estimated release date: October 2006


Above: Aston Martin DB5 & DBS set including figures (not pictured)

Aston Martin DB5 and DBS set & flim canister
Scale: 1:36th
REF: CC99193
RRP: £27.99

Detailed die-cast DB5 and DBS from Casino Royale. Presented in film canister presentation box. Includes exclusively commissioned Casino Royale pack of cards made by Carta Mundi who produce the actual cards in the film. Estimated release date: October 2006


Above: Aston Martin DB5 and DBS set with film canister

Aston Martin DB5 Mirror Car
Scale: 1:24th
REF: CC03902
RRP: £499.99

Brand new design innovation. Features replica Aston Martin DB5 from Casino Royale. Car is mounted on mirror stand. Mirrored side features half of an Aston Martin DB5 reflected to show complete vehicle through mirror. Opposite side reveals inner workings and specification details of this iconic car and other Bond secrets. Estimated release date: October 2006


Above: The Aston Martin DB5 "mirror" car

 

James Bond Twisterz single tube launcher
REF: TY93527
RRP: £14.99

Insert car into tube and press to power up. Press again to launch car zooming down track. Includes Aston Martin DBS from Casino Royale and 6ft of track.

Ages 3+. Estimated release date: October 2006.

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