David Limburg puts Thunderbirds under the hammer — and hopes they will go

Whether it’s James Bond, Batman or Star Wars, film and television buff David Limburg knows a lot about them.

He has, after all, been collecting memorabilia from such iconic shows for more than 30 years. And now, Gerry Anderson, creator of Thunderbirds, is calling on Mr Limburg’s expertise.

Mr Limburg has been appointed by Mr Anderson — who recently left his base at Pinewood Studios after almost 40 years — to help sell some of his memorabilia at an auction this weekend. Items include Lady Penelope’s Rolls Royce, a solid silver FAB 1 number plate, and a 1962 cartoon of the set of Stingray by the late Derek Meddings, responsible for many of the special effects on Mr Anderson’s shows.

“The call from Gerry came completely out of the blue,” Mr Limburg, 42, tells People. “I was shocked. It was a massive compliment. I am a huge fan of Gerry so this is like a dream come true for me.”