Citroën DS 19 Bordeaux and Beige/Cream Roof from 1957
Scale: 1/43
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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.
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.
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.
Stephane Bazille
14 November 2026
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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.
The scale is the reduction ratio between the real car and the model. At 1:43 scale, for example, every centimetre of the model represents 43 centimetres of the real vehicle.
In practice, a 1:18 Ferrari model is about 25–30 cm long, while at 1:43 it measures roughly 10 cm.
Our model cars mainly come in 1:43, 1:24, 1:18 and 1:87 (HO) scale. The scale is always listed on the product page.
The smaller the second number, the bigger the model (e.g. 1:18 is larger than 1:43).
Yes, every model car ships in its protective box. The box preserves its collector value and protects your model from dust and knocks.
We pack every order with great care: bubble wrap, snug padding and polystyrene. Your model car is fully secured on its way to you.
In-stock items ship within 24–48h. Allow 2–3 business days for mainland France with Colissimo, or 4–5 days with Mondial Relay.
I can't say exactly when new stock will arrive, as it comes in a trickle. Feel free to contact me and I'll let you know as soon as it's available.