A 1965 Aston Martin DB5 outfitted with special gadgets for James Bond, such as tire slashers, machine guns and a bulletproof shield, sold for $6.4 million at auction, according to RM Sotheby's.

British media reports that "Bond 25" actor Lashana Lynch who plays 'Nomi' will be the next 007 spy, after Daniel Craig's James Bond reportedly leaves M16 in the 25th film in the franchise.

A 1965 Aston Martin DB5 outfitted with special gadgets for James Bond, such as tire slashers, machine guns and a bulletproof shield, will go up for auction in August.

All it took was one tweet from actor Idris Elba on Sunday (August 12) to fuel widespread speculation as to whether the British star would be the next James Bond.