Daniel Craig puts his Bond car up for auction

James Bond is parting with his personal Aston Martin. 

    Actor Daniel Craig, who has played the British spy known as 007 in four films, is auctioning for charity the limited-edition vehicle made for him by Aston Martin four years ago with the help of Christie's auctions.

    Aston Martin cars have appeared in Bond films fore more than 50 years, beginning with 1964's "Goldfinger" in which Sean Connery drove a silver Aston Martin DB5. The brand has appeared in all four Bond films starring Craig. 

    Craig's personal car is a 2014 Vanquish that Aston Martin produced just 100 examples of to celebrate its 100th anniversary. Craig's vehicle is, naturally, number 007.

    The vehicle has a midnight blue exterior and dark blue luxury leather interior chosen because of Craig's preference for denim and dark colors, Christie's said. 

    Proceeds from the sale will benefit New York-based charity The Opportunity Network, which helps students from disadvantaged communities achieve their college and career goals. Craig and his wife, actress Rachel Weisz, both sit on the organization's board of directors. 

    The car's value is estimated at $400,000 to $600,000 (USD) and will be auctioned on April 20 as part of Christie's annual decorative arts masterpiece sale called The Exceptional Sale during the auction house's Classic Week.

    Also included in the exceptional sale is Carole King's personal piano estimated at $40,000-60,000.

    Last year, Craig said he will reprise the role of James Bond one last time. The film is expected to be released in U.S. cinemas on Nov. 8, 2019.