Model Car Peugeot 404 pick-up red and white No. 165 (rally Paris-Dakar 1979)
Echelle: 1/43ème
1ère édition - 1979
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Discover this stunning reproduction of the Peugeot 404 pick-up that made its mark in the history of the Paris-Dakar rally in 1979. This 1/43 scale model perfectly captures the essence of this iconic vehicle in its red and white livery, reflecting the extraordinary adventure that was the inaugural edition of the most famous rally raid.
This Peugeot 404 pick-up miniature is a true collector's item for all car and adventure enthusiasts. It immortalizes a historic moment in French automotive history and global motorsport competition.
Features of the miniature
- Model: Peugeot 404 pick-up No. 165
- Brand: Peugeot
- Year: 1979
- Scale: 1/43
- Color: Red and white
- Protective case included: Yes
The Peugeot 404 pick-up: an exceptional vehicle
The Peugeot 404 pick-up was launched in 1967, extending the career of the 404 sedan in a particularly robust utility form. This vehicle was primarily aimed at African and South American markets, where its legendary reliability and ease of maintenance quickly made it a staple.
Equipped with the 1.6-liter engine from the sedan, the 404 pick-up offered exceptional payload capacity while maintaining the road qualities that had made its predecessor successful. Its simple yet effective design, with robust suspensions and reliable transmission, made it the ideal vehicle for tackling the toughest terrains.
When the Paris-Dakar rally was established in 1979, the 404 pick-up naturally emerged as one of the vehicles of choice for this extraordinary adventure, demonstrating its exceptional capabilities on African tracks.
Peugeot in 1979: between tradition and innovation
In 1979, Peugeot was undergoing a pivotal period in its history. The lion brand had just acquired Chrysler Europe, considerably expanding its range and production capabilities. This acquisition marked Peugeot's ambition to become a major player on the European automotive scene.
The 404 then represented the heritage of robustness and reliability of the brand, while the new Peugeot miniature cars of the time reflected this technological evolution. Participation in the Paris-Dakar perfectly aligned with the brand's strategy, demonstrating the quality of its vehicles under the most extreme conditions.
The epic of the first Paris-Dakar
The story of this Peugeot 404 pick-up number 165 is inextricably linked to the epic of the first Paris-Dakar rally in 1979. This revolutionary race, conceived by Thierry Sabine, proposed an unprecedented challenge: to connect Paris to Dakar by crossing Algeria, Niger, Upper Volta, and Senegal over more than 10,000 kilometers.
The 404 pick-up perfectly embodied the spirit of this adventure. Unlike the highly specialized vehicles that would later dominate the competition, these pick-ups were relatively close to the series production, making the feat even more remarkable. The crews had to demonstrate constant ingenuity to keep their vehicles operational.
This first edition of the Dakar revealed to the whole world the exceptional qualities of French vehicles under extreme conditions. The 404 pick-up, with its proven mechanics and legendary robustness, allowed many crews to discover the beauties of the African continent while living an extraordinary human adventure.
The 1979 Paris-Dakar rally marked the beginning of a golden era for this competition, and the Peugeot 404 pick-up remains in memory as one of the symbols of this historic first edition. Its red and white livery has become emblematic of this heroic period of the Paris-Dakar rally.
Complete your miniature collection
This Peugeot 404 pick-up miniature holds a special place in the world of automotive miniatures. It perfectly represents the intersection between the history of French automobiles and that of motorsport, two exciting domains for collectors.
Fans of competitive vehicles will particularly appreciate this piece that fits perfectly with other rally models. It ideally complements a collection dedicated to race cars or vehicles that marked the history of motorsport.
This miniature will appeal to both collectors passionate about French automobiles and those interested in the history of major rallies. It constitutes a valuable testimony of an era when automotive adventure still rhymed with discovery and human achievement, making each piece a true piece of automotive history to preserve.
Même marque : Peugeot
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