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    The 10 Best James Bond Chase Scenes

    Out of over 60 Bond chases, these 10 take the cake.

    Mar 29, 2012
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    With 24 James Bond movies to date, and another one currently in production, it was difficult to narrow down our list. There have been over 60 chase scenes in all the Bond films. Most of them are fun to watch, even if the movie they’re in isn’t your favorite Bond outing. Let us take you on a ride through our picks for the very best ones.

    10. On Her Majesty's Secret Service (1969)

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    Cars Involved: None; it was done on skis.
    Driver: James Bond, Ernst Stavro Blofeld
    Played By: George Lazenby, Telly Savalas
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    Complex Says: We feel that OHMSS is wrongly overlooked in the Bond pantheon. Our feeling is largely due to the inclusion of awesome chase scenes like this. Diana Rigg didn't hurt, either.

    9. Never Say Never Again (1983)

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    Cars Involved: 1983 Renault 5 Turbo 2, Yamaha XJ 650 Turbo Seca, 1983 Peugeot 505, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro
    Driver: Fatima Blush, James Bond, two of Largo's henchmen
    Played By: Barbara Carrera, Sean Connery, uncredited actors
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    Complex Says: Bond's stunt rider demonstrated some enviable skills while piloting the XJ 650 up and down several flights of stairs. Also, it's important to remember your helmet when you're going on a life-or-death chase on your motorcycle.

    8. Octopussy (1983)

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    Cars Involved: 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV 6, a few 1982 BMW E28 518s, 1980 BMW R 100 CS, 1974 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu
    Driver: James Bond, several German police officers
    Played By: Roger Moore
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    Complex Says: This makes us wish there was a James Bond driving school. We can't tell you how fast we'd sign up.

    7. Dr. No (1962)

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    Cars Involved: 1961 Sunbeam Alpine Series II, 1939 LaSalle Funeral Coach
    Driver: James Bond, Hearse Driver
    Played By: Sean Connery, Adrian Robinson
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    Complex Says: This video should be shown in Driver's Ed classes to demonstrate the importance of always checking your rearview mirrors. You never know when some maniac is going to try to run you off a steep, winding mountain road.

    6. You Only Live Twice (1967)

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    Cars Involved: 1967 Toyota 2000GT, 1966 Toyopet Crown Deluxe
    Driver: Aki, one of Mr. Osato's henchmen
    Played By: Akiko Wakabayashi, Peter Fanene Maivia
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    Complex Says: Toyota made some beautiful cars back in the day. Also, this contains our favorite method of dispatching villains who make the mistake of chasing you. Don't try this at home.

    5. Thunderball (1965)

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    Cars Involved: 1964 Aston Martin DB5, 1957 Ford Fairlane 500 Skyliner, BSA Lightning
    Driver: James Bond, Count Lippe, Fiona Volpe
    Played By: Sean Connery, Guy Doleman, Luciana Paluzzi
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    Complex Says: That Count in the Fairlane thought he was pretty badass until Fiona Volpe blew up his car with the missile launcher on her BSA. We're just sad she felt the need to wreck the bike at the end.

    4. Diamonds Are Forever (1971)

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    Cars Involved: 1971 Ford Mustang Mach 1, several 1970 Ford Customs
    Driver: James Bond, Willard Whyte and his deputies
    Played By: Sean Connery, Jimmy Dean
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    Complex Says: Most people think of Aston Martins when they think of James Bond. Here, Bond shows exactly why it's only a good idea for him to try driving a classic Mustang on two wheels. Again, don't try this at home.

    3. The Spy Who Loved Me (1977)

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    Cars Involved: 1976 Lotus Esprit Type 79, 1976 Kawasaki Z 900 with sidecar, 1976 Ford Taunus Ghia, Bell Jet Ranger (helicopter)
    Driver: James Bond, an unnamed henchman of Stromberg's, Naomi, Jaws
    Played By: Roger Moore, Caroline Munro, Richard Kiel
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    Complex Says: Admit it. The moment you found out Bond had a Lotus that could turn into a submarine, you wanted one. We did. Luckily, .


    2. Casino Royale (2006)

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    Cars Involved: New Holland W 190 B, 1984 Chevrolet G-Series Van
    Driver: James Bond
    Played By: Daniel Craig
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    Complex Says: This chase sequence is amazing, thanks in large part to parkour founder Sebastien Foucan's amazing talent. Oh yeah, and Bond's in it, too. But even Bond's industrial vehicles are no match for Mollaka (Foucan) when he's running.

    1. On Her Majesty’s Secret Service (1969)

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    Cars Involved: 1969 Mercury Cougar, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 220 S, 1969 Ford Escort Mk I, 1968 Austin Mini Mk II, 1968 Volkswagen Beetle
    Driver: Tracy Di Vincenzo
    Played By: Diana Rigg
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    Complex Says:     If you thought the ski chase was cool, wait till you watch this ice chase. We still can’t figure out why this doesn’t rank higher in the Bond pantheon. Great action, chases, plot, glamour, a gorgeous Bond girl...what more could you want? 


     

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