A high-end sedan in miniature
This 1:43 scale burgundy Peugeot 607 from 2000 captures the elegance and refinement of the French premium sedan in every detail. A faithful reproduction of an iconic model from the early 2000s, this miniature is a must-have for any Peugeot model car enthusiast.
A true collector's item , this miniature is a testament to French expertise in high-end automobiles and is an essential item for enthusiasts of French automotive history.
Characteristics of the miniature
- Model: Peugeot 607
- Brand: Peugeot
- Year: 2000
- Scale: 1/43rd
- Color: Burgundy
- Protective case included: Yes
The Peugeot 607, a symbol of French ambition
Launched in September 1999 and marketed from the year 2000, the Peugeot 607 marked the Sochaux-based manufacturer's spectacular entry into the high-end sedan segment. Developed under the code name "Fenimore," this ambitious sedan was intended to reposition Peugeot against German benchmarks and reconnect with the excellence of the great Peugeots of yesteryear.
The 607 stood out for its elegant, flowing lines , designed by Gérard Welter, and its imposing grille, which heralded the brand's new stylistic language. At 4.81 metres long, it offered a spacious and luxurious interior, with careful finishing touches and cutting-edge equipment for the time.
Despite its undeniable qualities, the 607 never found its audience in the face of established German competition. Its commercial career, although respected by automotive critics, illustrates the difficulties French manufacturers have in establishing themselves in the premium segment.
Peugeot at the turn of the millennium
At the time of the 607's launch, Peugeot was undergoing a period of profound transformation . Under the leadership of Jean-Martin Folz, the French lion was seeking to modernize its image and conquer new segments. The 607 was part of this strategy of moving upmarket, alongside the popular success of the 206.
This pivotal period saw Peugeot juggle technological innovation with respect for its heritage . The brand, with over a century of automotive history, had to prove that it could compete with premium manufacturers while retaining its French identity. The 607 embodied this ambition, blending technical sophistication with the French art of living.
The anecdote of the presidential 607
The Peugeot 607 reached its most high-profile glory days when it officially became the French presidential vehicle. In 2002, Jacques Chirac chose an armored 607 for his official travels, marking a break with the tradition of presidential Citroëns that had lasted since General de Gaulle.
This presidential version, dubbed "the people's limousine" by some media, was equipped with B6-level armor and 4-centimeter-thick bulletproof windows. Weighing nearly 3.5 tons, it required a specially tuned 3.0 V6 engine to move this considerable mass.
The most significant episode of this presidential 607 remains undoubtedly the failed attack on the Champs-Élysées in July 2002. During the July 14 parade, a man attempted to attack the presidential motorcade, but the robustness of the vehicle and the rapid intervention of the security services prevented tragedy. This event definitively anchored the 607 in the history of the French Republic.
Beyond this dramatic security aspect, the presidential 607 also symbolized French industrial excellence . It demonstrated that France knew how to produce high-end vehicles capable of competing with the best international productions, even in extreme conditions of use.
Complete your miniature collection
This burgundy Peugeot 607 naturally finds its place alongside other iconic French sedans in any self-respecting collection. It dialogues perfectly with the Citroën DS of the 1950s and 1960s or the high-end Renaults of different eras.
For collectors looking to delve deeper into the Peugeot universe, this 607 is ideally suited to historic Peugeot models and cars from the 2000s . It also makes a great starting point for exploring miniature sedans or expanding a collection of French cars .
This miniature will appeal to both those nostalgic for French automobiles and those passionate about political history, recalling a time when French manufacturers still dared to challenge the established benchmarks in the premium segment.
