Model Car 1990 Dark Red Renault 21 GTS - Auto Plus
Echelle: 1/43ème
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An iconic 90s sedan in miniature
This 1990 Dark Red Renault 21 GTS faithfully reproduces one of the most representative sedans of French automobiles from the 90s. Published by Auto Plus, this miniature perfectly captures the understated elegance and family spirit of this model that marked a whole generation of motorists.
A true collector's item, this 1/43 scale reproduction appeals to fans of French automobiles and collectors eager to own an authentic witness to Renault's stylistic evolution at the end of the 20th century.
Features of the miniature
- Model: Renault 21 GTS
- Brand: Renault
- Year: 1990
- Scale: 1/43
- Color: Dark Red
- Manufacturer: Auto Plus
- Protective case included: Yes
The Renault 21, a modern sedan for the 90s
Launched in 1986, the Renault 21 succeeded the Renault 18 with the ambition to redefine the aesthetic codes of the French family sedan. Its design, signed by Patrick Le Quément's team, breaks away from the angular lines of the 80s to adopt rounder and more aerodynamic shapes, already foreshadowing the stylistic trends of the 90s.
The 1990 GTS version represents the culmination of this range, benefiting from the latest technical and aesthetic improvements made during the 1989 facelift. Equipped with a 1.7-liter engine producing 88 horsepower, it offered an ideal compromise between performance and consumption, appealing to a demanding family clientele.
With over 2 million units sold during its career, the Renault 21 has established itself as one of the major commercial successes of the French manufacturer, confirming its ability to produce vehicles that combine practicality, comfort, and modernity.
Renault in the 90s: innovation and renewal
At the time this 1990 Renault 21 GTS came off the production line, the diamond brand was undergoing a profound transformation. Under the leadership of Raymond Lévy then Louis Schweitzer, Renault focused on technological innovation and the renewal of its range to regain lost market shares against European competition.
This era marked the advent of iconic vehicles like the Clio, launched in 1990, or the Espace which revolutionized the concept of the minivan. The Renault 21 perfectly fits into this modernization strategy, embodying the transition between old and new Renault. Check out our complete collection of Renault miniatures that traces this rich automotive history.
A sedan at the heart of French social transformations
The 1990 Dark Red Renault 21 GTS is a testament to a pivotal time in French society. That year, France hosted the Football World Cup and saw the birth of the TGV Atlantique, symbols of a triumphant modernity. In this context, the Renault 21 perfectly embodies the aspirations of an expanding middle class, eager to reconcile social success and family pragmatism.
This sedan also left its mark on the French television landscape. It frequently appeared in crime series of the time, becoming a recurring element of the audiovisual landscape. Its familiar silhouette reassures as much as it attracts, helping to forge the image of a prosperous and tranquil France during François Mitterrand's later years.
However, it is especially on the roads of Parisian suburbs that the 21 GTS finds its true sociological dimension. A car for the middle management or teachers, it symbolizes this peri-urban France that develops around large metropolises. Its dark red color, elegant yet unobtrusive, perfectly reflects the spirit of the time: asserting success without veering into provocation.
Even today, spotting a Renault 21 GTS on the roads immediately evokes that optimistic era of the 90s when the future seemed promising and technology synonymous with social progress.
Complete your collection of French miniatures
This Dark Red Renault 21 GTS naturally finds its place alongside other icons of 90s French automobiles from the 1990s. It harmoniously dialogues with the Peugeot 405 and 306 from the same era, forming a representative ensemble of French automotive art from that decade.
Collectors passionate about family sedans will particularly appreciate this faithful reproduction, which perfectly fits into a showcase dedicated to French automobiles. Its meticulous finish and respected proportions make it a reference model for understanding Renault's stylistic evolution.
This Auto Plus miniature will also appeal to enthusiasts of retro vehicles from the 80s and 90s, a vibrant period of French automotive creativity. Its 1/43 scale, the reference standard, facilitates integration into any existing collection while ensuring optimal visual rendering.
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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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The smaller the second number, the larger the model car (e.g. 1/18 is larger than 1/43).
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