Ford Taunus Police Car green and white Dinky-Toys (Atlas Editions) - N°551
Scale 1/43rd
Atlas Editions
With box
Box cut open on one side with faded colours
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This Ford Taunus Polizeiwagen in its green-and-white livery is a remarkable reminder of the era when Ford Europe was building its own models for the continental market. Faithfully reproduced by Dinky-Toys in the Atlas reissue, this miniature captures the look of German police vehicles from the 1960s and 1970s.
A true collector's piece, this miniature appeals as much to enthusiasts of German cars as to collectors of public service vehicles, recalling a time when the European car industry was asserting its own identity against American dominance.
Launched in 1952, the Ford Taunus range showed Ford's determination to build vehicles specifically suited to the European market. Developed in Germany by Ford-Werke, this family saloon stood out for its modern lines and a design suited to European roads, narrower than their American counterparts.
The Taunus quickly became a benchmark in its class, thanks in particular to its reliability and robustness, which made it a popular choice for commercial fleets, including police forces. Its economical engine and dimensions suited to European city centres explain its commercial success across many countries on the continent.
This adaptation to local needs perfectly illustrated Ford Europe's strategy: standing apart from American models by offering vehicles designed by Europeans and for Europeans, an approach that would leave a lasting mark on the global car industry.
The story of Ford in Germany dates back to 1925, when Ford-Werke was founded in Cologne. This strategic base allowed the American manufacturer to get around tariff barriers while building local expertise. During the years the Taunus was being developed, Ford Germany enjoyed remarkable creative independence.
Ford's German engineers developed innovative technical solutions, particularly in suspension and steering, which even influenced American models. This prosperous period for Ford Europe, symbolised by the Taunus's success, demonstrated the manufacturer's ability to adapt to local markets while keeping its brand identity.
The massive use of the Taunus by German public authorities, the police in particular, showed the trust placed in this locally built car and its successful integration into the European motoring landscape of the day.
The green and white livery of this Ford Taunus Polizeiwagen tells the fascinating story of the colour codes used by European police forces. In West Germany, this colour combination had become the emblem of police vehicles in the 1960s, inspired by international visibility standards.
The colour scheme had a practical purpose: the green allowed discreet blending into the urban environment for surveillance missions, while the white ensured maximum visibility during emergency interventions. The white bands, often completed with "POLIZEI" lettering, created a striking contrast that made the vehicle easy to identify.
Little known outside Germany, this German police livery influenced several European countries in their choice of colour codes for their own law enforcement. Green and white variations of this combination can still be seen today in some European regions, a testament to the effectiveness of this aesthetic and functional choice.
The Taunus police car thus became a symbol of public order in a rebuilding Germany, helping to project the image of modernity and efficiency the Federal Republic wanted to convey. These vehicles, ubiquitous on German streets, left their mark on an entire generation and remain privileged witnesses to that pivotal era.
This Ford Taunus Polizeiwagen Dinky-Toys fits naturally alongside other Ford miniature vehicles or police vehicle miniatures. It perfectly complements a collection dedicated to Dinky-Toys models or to European cars of the 1960s and 1970s.
Collectors passionate about the history of German motoring will particularly appreciate pairing this piece with other classic models from the same era. The quality of the Dinky-Toys reproduction, combined with the relative rarity of this model in police livery, makes it a choice acquisition.
This miniature is especially suited to discerning collectors looking for authentic models that show the evolution of European public service vehicles. It is also an excellent entry point into the world of 1:43 scale miniatures, the reference scale for demanding collectors.
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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11 November 2026
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11 November 2026
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