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Discover the Miniatures JournalA collection dedicated to Chenard and Walcker Model cars
I present to you my collection of Chenard et Walcker Model cars , a carefully curated selection that pays tribute to this iconic French car brand. This collection brings together the most representative models from this manufacturer that marked the history of French automobiles at the beginning of the 20th century.
A specialist dealer serving collectors
As a specialist car model retailer, I offer an evolving selection that reflects the Chenard & Walcker model cars currently available in stock. This collection is not intended to be exhaustive, but rather to offer the brand's most sought-after and significant models.
The majority of the Models presented are in 1/43rd scale , the reference format for collectors, offering a perfect balance between detail and ease of presentation. You will also find some pieces in 1/24th and 1/18th scales for fans of larger models, as well as some examples in HO 1/87th scale for diorama enthusiasts.
Each model is available in limited quantities (usually 1 to 2 copies), the collection is regularly updated according to arrivals and opportunities. All the Models you discover are those actually present in my current stock.
What you will discover in this collection
This selection of Chenard et Walcker Model cars covers the different production periods of the brand. You will find models from the interwar period , Chenard et Walcker's golden period, as well as productions from the 1930s .
The collection includes both civilian versions and racing models, including cars that participated in the 24 Hours of Le Mans . Racing car enthusiasts will particularly appreciate the reproductions of the brand's sports models.
The fascinating story of Chenard and Walcker
Founded in 1898 in Asnières-sur-Seine by Ernest Chenard and Henri Walcker , this French car manufacturer quickly established itself as one of the most innovative manufacturers of its time. The brand enjoyed its heyday in the 1920s and 1930s, distinguishing itself both for its touring cars and its racing successes.
Chenard et Walcker was particularly renowned for the quality of its vehicle manufacturing and its innovative spirit. The brand offered a wide range, from popular cars to luxury models, including utility vehicles. This diversity is reflected today in the Model reproductions that demonstrate this technical and aesthetic richness.
The company ceased automobile production in 1946, but its legacy lives on through these miniaturized testimonies that perpetuate the memory of this exceptional French brand.
A historic victory at the 24 Hours of Le Mans
The year 1923 will forever be etched in the history of Chenard et Walcker. That year, at the first edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans , a Chenard et Walcker Sport won with André Lagache and René Léonard at the wheel. This inaugural victory in the world's most famous endurance race was a remarkable achievement for this French brand.
This exceptional performance demonstrates the robustness and sporting qualities of Chenard and Walcker cars, which were able to go the distance on the Sarthe circuit. This sporting feat contributes to the brand's prestige among collectors today and explains the particular interest in Model reproductions of these competition models.
This victory comes at a time when French manufacturers dominated world motorsport, and Chenard and Walcker were one of the major players in this French supremacy on the circuits.
Complete your collection of French Models
Chenard et Walcker Model cars occupy a special place in the world of French automobile reproductions. They are an essential addition for any collector wishing to faithfully represent the golden age of the French automobile industry in the 1920s and 1930s.
These Models fit perfectly with other French brands from the same period, such as Delahaye , Hotchkiss or Panhard . Together, they constitute a complete panorama of this prosperous period of French automobiles.
The target audience for these Models is knowledgeable collectors , fans of French automotive history, as well as enthusiasts of historic motorsport. These reproductions are also of interest to French car enthusiasts who wish to discover or rediscover brands that are less well-known to the general public but nonetheless important in French industrial history.
An original gift idea for enthusiasts
A Chenard et Walcker Model car makes an original and refined gift for any special occasion. Whether for a birthday, Father's Day, or Christmas, these reproductions will delight fans of vintage cars and French industrial history.
These Models offer a decorative and cultural gift, a testament to a bygone era and a testament to history. They also provide an excellent starting point for introducing a loved one to classic car collecting or expanding an existing collection with rarer, more sought-after pieces.
Characteristics of the Models
- Each product is sold with its base and protective box.
- Made of metal (alloy) for an authentic finish
- Faithful reproduction of the original model with attention to detail
- Carefully packaged and protected package to ensure perfect delivery
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Delve into the little-known history of this pioneering French brand and receive a captivating anecdote that reveals why these cars have left their mark on French motoring.
Did You Know? Anecdotes and Curiosities about our Miniatures
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