Hommel Berlinette RS Blue 1999
Scale: 1/43rd
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This miniature of the 1999 Hommel Berlinette RS represents one of the most exclusive and fascinating models in the French automotive industry. The product of the passionate work of Michel Hommel, this berlinette embodies the spirit of French performance in a miniaturised 1/43 scale showcase.
Intended for experienced collectors and enthusiasts of rare cars, this model car captures the full essence of a vehicle that left its mark on the 1990s with its handcrafted approach and unique construction philosophy.
The Hommel Berlinette RS was born in 1999 in the workshop of Michel Hommel, a car enthusiast who decided to create his own vision of the French sports car. Inspired by the legendary Alpine and other berlinettes of the 1960s and 1970s, this modern creation revisits classic aesthetic codes while integrating the technologies of the late 1990s.
The original vehicle stands out for its fibreglass bodywork hand-sculpted, its pure lines recalling the finest French designs, and its carefully selected mechanics. With its featherweight construction and optimised weight distribution, the Berlinette RS offered exceptional driving sensations, in the pure tradition of French sports cars.
Produced in very small series, this car won over a public of connoisseurs, attracted by its authentic character and handcrafted approach, far from the mass production of the era.
The Hommel adventure began in the 1980s with Michel Hommel, a passionate engineer who decided to bring his automotive dreams to life. Based in eastern France, he first developed prototypes before embarking on the production of finished vehicles. The Hommel brand embodies the French spirit of handcrafted automobiles, perpetuating a tradition that goes back to the great pre-war coachbuilders.
In the 1990s, when the Berlinette RS was created, Hommel represented a valuable alternative to industrial production. The brand focused on finishing quality, personalisation and above all on this authentic automotive passion that shows in every detail. This craft approach allows Hommel to offer unique vehicles, conceived by and for true car enthusiasts.
The story of the Hommel Berlinette RS perfectly illustrates the French spirit of passionate motoring. Michel Hommel, its creator, often recounts how this berlinette was born out of frustration: the impossibility of finding on the market a modern French sports car that respected the aesthetic and philosophical codes of the legendary Alpine A110 or Matra Djet.
For months, Michel Hommel drew, sculpted and refined the lines of his future berlinette in his workshop. Every curve was considered, every detail studied to recapture that French harmony which characterised the finest creations of the 1960s and 1970s. The final result immediately won over the first test drivers, who rediscovered the purity of driving and the emotion that only true French sports cars can deliver.
The Berlinette RS quickly became a symbol of a certain French automotive identity, one that refuses standardisation and continues to believe in artisanal excellence. Several examples take part in classic car gatherings, where they rub shoulders with the most prestigious French creations, proving that the French berlinette spirit did not die with the end of Alpine production.
This miniature perfectly captures this heritage, allowing collectors to own a fragment of this contemporary French automotive history, often overlooked but wonderfully fascinating.
This Hommel Berlinette RS naturally finds its place in any collection dedicated to French model cars. It pairs perfectly with other French creations, from Renault miniatures to Peugeot models, and the iconic Citroën.
Fans of sports model cars will particularly appreciate this rare piece, which ideally complements a collection focused on 1990s cars. Its rarity also makes it an excellent starting point for building a thematic collection around confidential automotive creations.
This Hommel miniature appeals as much to seasoned collectors as to enthusiasts of French cars wishing to discover little-known parts of our automotive heritage. It is a valuable testament to this pivotal era of the 1990s when a few craftsmen still upheld the tradition of exceptional French automobiles.
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
I placed my second order and everything went smoothly, delivery without issues, items in good condition, and delivered on time. After this second order, I can only recommend the site to Bernardminiature, a serious person. Top delivery, thanks again to him and good for a next order.
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.