Model Car Citroën DS 19 Bordeaux and Beige/Cream Roof from 1957
Echelle: 1/43ème
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This elegant Citroën DS 19 Bordeaux and beige/cream roof from 1957 perfectly captures the revolutionary spirit of French automobiles from the 1950s. This miniature faithfully reproduces one of the most iconic cars in the global automotive industry, marking a definitive break with the aesthetic codes of its time.
This 1/43 scale reproduction stands as a centerpiece for any passionate collector of French automobiles. It showcases Citroën's creative genius and the technical daring that characterized the brand with the chevrons in the post-war years.
Miniature Features
- Model: DS 19
- Brand: Citroën
- Year: 1957
- Scale: 1/43
- Color: Bordeaux and beige/cream roof
- Protective case included: Yes
Description of the Real Model
The Citroën DS 19 was unveiled with great fanfare at the Paris Motor Show in October 1955, causing a true earthquake in the automotive industry. By 1957, this revolutionary sedan had already won the hearts of European motorists thanks to its astonishing technical innovations: hydropneumatic suspension, power steering, power brakes, and semi-automatic transmission.
This bicolored Bordeaux and beige/cream version perfectly illustrates the refined aesthetic codes of the late 1950s. The DS 19 was distinguished by its futuristic lines designed by Flaminio Bertoni and its groundbreaking technical solutions created by André Lefèbvre. Its exceptional drag coefficient of 0.36 provided remarkable performance and fuel consumption for its time.
The commercial success was immediate and resounding. In just fifteen minutes during its presentation at the Paris Show, Citroën received over 750 orders, an absolute record that attested to the excitement surrounding this exceptional automobile.
History of the Citroën Brand
In 1957, Citroën was undergoing a period of creative renaissance under the influence of Pierre Bercot. The brand with the chevrons, founded in 1919 by André Citroën, had just regained its financial stability after the difficulties of the immediate post-war period. This era marked Citroën's return to the forefront of the global automotive stage with innovations that revolutionized the art of car manufacturing.
The French company had built a reputation for perpetual innovation since its inception. From the first mass-produced European cars to the revolutionary Traction Avant of the 1930s, Citroën had continually challenged conventions. The DS represented the culmination of this philosophy, solidifying the brand's position as the technological laboratory of French automobiles and confirming its status as a visionary manufacturer capable of anticipating the expectations of tomorrow's motorists.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How to understand the scales of miniatures?
Scale indicates the reduction ratio between the real car and the miniature. For example, at 1:43 scale, each centimeter on the miniature corresponds to 43 centimeters on the real vehicle.
Concretely, a 1/18 scale Ferrari model is approximately 25-30 cm long, while in 1/43 scale it measures approximately 10 cm.
What scales are available?
Our model cars are mainly offered in 1/43, 1/24, 1/18 and 1/87 (HO) scales. The scale is always indicated in the product sheet.
The smaller the second number, the larger the model car (e.g. 1/18 is larger than 1/43).
Does the model car come with protection?
Yes, each model car is systematically delivered in its protective box. This box preserves the collectible value and protects your model car from dust and shocks.
How is my package protected during transport?
We package each order with the utmost care: bubble wrap, appropriate cushioning, and polystyrene. Your model car is perfectly secure during its journey.
What is the delivery time?
In-stock items are shipped within 24-48 hours. Please allow 2-3 business days for France via Colissimo or 4-5 days via Mondial Relay.
The model car is no longer in stock, when will you have it?
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