Red and White Renault Truck with STELLA ARTOIS Advertising - CORGI Classics Reference D889/1
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Box worn and damaged
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This CORGI Classics reference D889/1 represents a stunning Renault truck in the iconic colors of the famous Belgian brewery Stella Artois. With its distinctive red and white livery, this model perfectly captures the essence of advertising vehicles that toured European roads to deliver this premium beer.
This piece is part of the excellence tradition of CORGI Classics, known for its faithful reproductions of Renault utility vehicles. A true testament to the history of commercial transport and rolling advertising.
Renault trucks have long dominated European roads, particularly in the beverage delivery sector. These robust vehicles were specifically designed to support the heavy loads represented by crates of beer and other beverages. Their design prioritized reliability and ease of maintenance, essential qualities for commercial fleets.
The model reproduced here perfectly illustrates the era when advertising trucks were genuine mobile communication tools. These vehicles proudly displayed the colors and logos of the brands they transported, turning each delivery into a mobile marketing operation.
The collaboration between Renault and major breweries like Stella Artois highlights the strategic importance of transport in the brewing industry, where freshness and delivery speed were significant competitive advantages.
Founded in 1899 by Louis Renault, the diamond-logo brand quickly established itself as the leader in French utility transport. By the 1920s, Renault was already developing a comprehensive range of commercial vehicles, from vans to heavy trucks, catering to the growing needs of the modern economy.
During the period represented by this model, Renault Industrial Vehicles had become one of the leading European truck manufacturers. The company was able to adapt its vehicles to the specifics of each sector, developing special chassis for the beverage industry, with reinforced suspensions and optimized cargo spaces.
This expertise in commercial transport allowed Renault to retain major companies like the breweries, creating lasting partnerships that marked the road landscape of the time.
The use of specialized trucks for beer delivery dates back to the 1920s, revolutionizing a sector previously dominated by draft horses. Breweries like Stella Artois were among the first to understand the importance of a fleet of distinctive vehicles to enhance their brand image.
These advertising trucks did not just transport goods: they were true rolling brand ambassadors. Their bright colors and visible logos turned each trip into an advertising campaign, reaching thousands of people daily on the streets and roads.
A tasty anecdote recounts that some drivers of these Stella Artois trucks were so proud of their vehicle that they held competitions for the best-maintained truck during delivery gatherings. This professional pride contributed to the premium image of the brand.
Even today, this tradition endures with modern trucks, but these historical models remain memorable as witnesses to an era when delivery was an art and every vehicle told a story.
This CORGI Classics miniature naturally finds its place alongside other utility vehicles of the same era. It fits perfectly with thematic collections dedicated to advertising vehicles or historical commercial models.
Enthusiastic collectors of industrial history will particularly appreciate this piece that documents the evolution of commercial transport in France. It also makes an excellent complement to collections of classic vehicles, reflecting the technical ingenuity of this pivotal time.
This miniature will appeal to both brewing history enthusiasts and fans of French automotive heritage, offering a unique window into an era where craftsmanship and industry combined to create vehicles that were as beautiful as they were effective.
Stephane Bazille
14 November 2026
Always delivered within the agreed deadlines, well-packaged and protected materials. Nothing negative to report. A constantly renewed range that, despite the intention to remain cautious, always finds new temptations...
Claude Lang
13 November 2026
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Serge PINSON
12 November 2026
In addition to the fact that the 1/43 miniatures received are perfectly in line with the photographs and my expectations and are of great finesse, they arrived very quickly (I was even informed of the shipment) and very carefully packaged. Very satisfied, I placed a new order with Bernard Miniatures, a seller I recommend for their selection and reliability.
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It was the last one, and we no longer have it in stock. It may come back one day, but I can't promise. In the meantime, here are the closest matches available today.
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