Citroën Traction 11B Off-White?? from 1955 - Stuntmen SUNNY (plexi box)
Scale: 1/43
Cracked case (see photo)
PLEASE NOTE: the first image is a computer-generated render and may not exactly match the vehicle in this listing, so please check the photos that follow it.
This Citroën Traction 11B miniature from 1955 in off-white takes us back to the spectacular world of automotive stuntmen. Faithfully replicating one of the vehicles used by the famous SUNNY team, this collectible piece captures the essence of an era when the Traction dominated film sets and stunt shows.
A true witness to French automotive history, this miniature is a must-have for any enthusiast looking to enrich their collection of iconic vehicles from the 1950s.
Launched in 1934, the Citroën Traction Avant revolutionized the global automotive industry with its groundbreaking technical innovations. The 11B version, introduced in 1952, perfected this legendary lineage with its 1.9-liter engine producing 60 horsepower. This four-door sedan embodies the technological pinnacle of a decade of constant refinement.
Its self-supporting monocoque structure, front-wheel drive, and torsion bar suspension provide the 11B with exceptional handling for its time. These dynamic qualities largely explain its massive adoption by automotive professionals, particularly stuntmen who appreciate its robustness and predictability in the most perilous maneuvers.
Produced until 1957, the Traction 11B represents the commercial peak of this mythical lineage, with over 750,000 units sold across all versions.
During this pivotal period, Citroën established itself as the technological laboratory of French automobiles. Under the leadership of André Citroën and later Pierre-Jules Boulanger, the double-chevron brand cultivated a cutting-edge philosophy that radically set it apart from its competitors. The Traction Avant crystallizes this revolutionary approach, anticipating the innovations that would later characterize the DS.
The 1950s also marked Citroën's international expansion, with the Traction being massively exported to Europe and French colonies. This period saw the birth of the legend of a brand capable of completely rethinking the automobile, laying the groundwork for a reputation for innovation that still endures today in the world of Citroën miniatures.
The SUNNY team, led by the legendary stuntman Rémy Julienne, made the Traction Avant their vehicle of choice in the 1950s and 1960s. This natural alliance is explained by the intrinsic qualities of the French sedan: its low center of gravity, ideal mass distribution, and rock-solid robustness make it the perfect tool for the most spectacular stunts.
Sunny stunt Tractions participated in countless shoots, from films by Jean Gabin to popular productions of the time. These vehicles, often modified for show purposes, develop a unique patina that testifies to their intensive use. The off-white quickly became their signature livery, providing a striking contrast with the urban backdrops of French film noir.
This collaboration between Citroën and the automotive stunt world forges a lasting legend. The Traction transcends its status as a mere automobile to become a true actor in the seventh art, participating in the golden age of French cinema. Its image is firmly fixed in the collective unconscious as the vehicle of thrilling chases and fantastical escapes.
Even today, collectors passionately seek these witnesses of a bygone era, when French automobiles shone with their technical audacity and charismatic presence on all screens.
This Traction 11B Stuntmen SUNNY occupies a prominent place in the world of French automotive miniatures. It perfectly complements collections dedicated to 1950s vehicles or iconic French automobiles. Its
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13 November 2026
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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.
Brown Citroën GS from 1971 (MISSING REAR-VIEW MIRROR)
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Citroën Traction 11AL Black 1935 - Auto Plus
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Citroën Type H long off-white/beige? from 1954 - La Chaine Paysanne
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Citroën Traction 11CV Black - Del Prado
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