Renault Alpine A106 White No. 127 - 1958 Tour de France (in blister pack)
Scale 1/43rd
Dented blister pack
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The Renault Alpine A106 Tour de France from 1958 is one of the most iconic models in the history of French motorsport. This 1/43rd scale miniature faithfully recreates car number 127, which made its mark at the legendary 1958 Tour de France cycling-inspired race, wearing its characteristic immaculate white livery.
This collector's piece is a must-have for any enthusiast of French automobiles and mechanical sport. It perfectly captures the spirit of a golden era when French manufacturers shone on every sporting stage, making this Alpine A106 a precious witness to our automotive heritage.
The Alpine A106 was born in 1955 in the Dieppe workshops under the drive of Jean Rédélé, a former Renault dealer and competition enthusiast. This revolutionary berlinette combined a lightweight tubular chassis with a polyester body, a material still experimental at the time. The tuned Renault 4CV engine produced enough power to propel this car weighing just 500 kilograms.
The Alpine philosophy rests on a simple yet effective principle: favouring lightness and agility over raw power. This approach paid off from the first competitions, where the A106 proved its exceptional qualities on hill climbs and winding circuits. The 1958 model benefited from aerodynamic improvements and a cockpit optimised for competition, making this version one of the most accomplished in the range.
Commercial success quickly followed the sporting victories. The Alpine A106 attracted knowledgeable enthusiasts, drawn to this French alternative to British and Italian cars. Its participation in the Tour de France Automobile greatly helped build its reputation and laid the foundations for the future Alpine dynasty.
In 1958, the Alpine brand had only existed for three years, yet it had already revolutionised the French approach to motorsport. Jean Rédélé, drawing on his competition experience with tuned Renault 4CVs, quickly understood that the future belonged to cars designed specifically for racing. The partnership with Renault for engines proved strategic, giving Alpine a reliable and economical foundation.
This period marked the golden age of French automotive innovation. While Citroën revolutionised the market with the DS, Alpine explored the possibilities offered by new materials and modern construction techniques. The Dieppe brand perfectly embodied the French pioneering spirit, not hesitating to challenge established manufacturers with bold technical solutions.
1958 was a decisive turning point for Alpine. Competition successes multiplied, firmly establishing the brand's sporting credibility. This recognition paved the way for an expansion that would culminate in victories at the Monte-Carlo Rally and with the future Alpine A110, true icons of world motorsport.
The Tour de France Automobile of 1958 is one of the most original events in the history of French mechanical sport. Modelled on the legendary cycling Tour, this car competition followed a similar route, with stages crossing the Hexagon from north to south. The idea, as bold as it was original, was to match the two Tours, creating a one-of-a-kind sporting spectacle.
The Alpine A106 number 127 of 1958 competed in a particularly high-calibre field. Facing German Porsches and British Jaguars, French crews had to show ingenuity and determination. The Alpine strategy favoured consistency and economy, making the most of the A106's road-going qualities. This methodical approach allowed French drivers to compete with technically superior rivals.
The 1958 event was marked by difficult weather conditions, particularly in the Alps where unexpected snow caught out competitors. The Alpine A106, thanks to its lightness and traction, managed to come through these tricky conditions well. These performances reinforced the Alpine brand's reputation for robustness and reliability, decisive selling points for a still young marque.
Beyond the purely sporting side, the 1958 Tour de France Automobile marked the entry of motoring into French popular culture. The newspapers covered the event extensively, and the public discovered these new French berlinettes capable of challenging foreign benchmarks. This media coverage significantly contributed to the growth of car enthusiasm in France and the emergence of a new generation of motorsport fans.
This Alpine A106 Tour de France 1958 naturally finds its place at the heart of a collection dedicated to French automotive heritage. It pairs perfectly with other iconic models of the era, notably Renault model cars which share the same underlying mechanics. Collectors will also enjoy displaying it alongside rally model cars to recreate the competitive world of the 1950s.
The appeal of this miniature goes beyond the Alpine collection alone. It forms a historical bridge between the era of modified Renault 4CVs and the arrival of the future A110. Fans of racing and competition cars will find a piece representative of the technical evolution of French motoring. This A106 also fits perfectly into a themed collection devoted to cars of the 1950s.
The 1/43rd scale of this Alpine A106 Tour de France meets the standards of discerning collectors. This scale allows the bodywork details and the specifics of this historic competition version to be fully appreciated. It appeals as much to Alpine enthusiasts as to lovers of French model cars, making it a prized addition to a collection dedicated to our classic automotive heritage.
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14 November 2026
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13 November 2026
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12 November 2026
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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.
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