Model Car Opel Kapitän PII burgundy and pale beige white roof - 1959-1964
Echelle: 1/43ème
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The Opel Kapitän PII in Burgundy: A prestigious German sedan in miniature
This Opel Kapitän PII miniature from 1959-1964 elegantly captures one of the most refined sedans in German automotive history from the 1960s. Featuring a stunning burgundy finish enhanced by a pale beige white roof, this faithful reproduction showcases Opel's expertise in high-end vehicles.
A true collector's item, this miniature is aimed at enthusiasts of German cars and collectors looking for representative models of European elegance from the Glorious Thirty years. It fits perfectly alongside other prestigious sedans from this golden era.
Features of the miniature
- Model: Kapitän PII
- Brand: Opel
- Year: 1959-1964
- Scale: 1/43
- Color: Burgundy with pale beige white roof
- Protective casing included: Yes
The Opel Kapitän PII: A prestigious sedan made in Germany
Launched in 1959, the Opel Kapitän PII represented the pinnacle of accessible German automotive refinement. This second generation of the Kapitän marked a major stylistic break from its predecessor, adopting more modern lines inspired by American trends while maintaining a distinctly European identity.
Equipped with a 2.6-liter six-cylinder engine producing 100 horsepower, the Kapitän PII offered remarkable performance for its time. Its spacious body and careful finishes made it the preferred choice for German executives and affluent families seeking comfort and prestige.
This sedan achieved a notable commercial success with over 150,000 units produced by 1964, solidifying Opel's position in the premium segment of the German and European automotive markets.
Opel in the 60s: The golden age of the Rüsselsheim manufacturer
At the time of the Kapitän PII's launch, Opel was experiencing a prosperous period in its history. A subsidiary of General Motors since 1929, the German manufacturer benefited from American technical expertise while developing models perfectly suited to the European market. This synergy allowed Opel to offer a complete and coherent range.
Founded in 1862 by Adam Opel as a sewing machine manufacturer, the company transitioned to automotive production in 1899. By the 1960s, Opel had become the largest German automobile manufacturer, even outpacing Volkswagen in its domestic market. The brand cultivated an image of modernity and reliability that appealed to customers seeking both practical and elegant vehicles.
An ambassador of the German economy
The Opel Kapitän PII played an unexpected role in the economic diplomacy of West Germany during the 60s. Chosen as the official vehicle by many German companies for their missions abroad, it embodied the
Même marque : Opel
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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.
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