Renault Alpine A110 Blue No. 17 - 1970 Lyon-Charbonnières Rally (in blister pack)
Scale 1/43rd
Blister pack slightly dented
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The Renault Alpine A110 rallye Lyon-Charbonnières 1970 is one of the most iconic models in French motorsport history. This 1/43rd scale miniature captures the essence of this legendary berlinette in its competition livery, proudly wearing number 17, which left its mark at this iconic event.
This faithful reproduction is a true collector's piece for every enthusiast of French cars and rally history. Every detail has been carefully recreated to offer collectors an exceptional piece that bears witness to the golden age of French motorsport.
Launched in 1961, the Alpine A110 revolutionised the French approach to motorsport. Jean Rédélé, founder of Alpine, designed this berlinette with a simple yet revolutionary philosophy: prioritise lightness and agility over brute power. Weighing less than 700 kg, the A110 stood out with its fibreglass body and rear-mounted Renault engine.
This innovative approach allowed the A110 to dominate European rallies for more than a decade. Its distinctive silhouette, with prominent round headlights and flowing lines, quickly became the embodiment of French style in competition. The 1970 Lyon-Charbonnières rally was part of this run of victories that built Alpine's global reputation.
The A110's outstanding performance on the winding roads and special stages of this regional rally demonstrated the remarkable versatility of the berlinette, capable of excelling at major international events as well as more intimate French competitions.
By 1970, Alpine was already benefiting from Renault's technical support, paving the way for the diamond-logo manufacturer to fully acquire the Dieppe-based marque in 1973. This collaboration allowed Alpine to use the reliable mechanics of standard Renault models while developing its own technical innovations. Jean Rédélé had founded his brand in 1955 with a clear vision: to make French motorsport accessible to all.
Alpine's story was deeply rooted in the French car enthusiasm of the 1960s and 70s. Based in Dieppe, the company embodied French engineering excellence and successfully competed against Italian and British manufacturers on circuits around the world. This golden period culminated in the World Rally Championship title in 1973.
Alpine's philosophy rested on an artisanal approach to car building, with each vehicle assembled by hand by passionate craftsmen. This attention to detail naturally showed in the A110's outstanding performance on every type of competition terrain.
The Lyon-Charbonnières rally held a special place in the French motorsport calendar of the 1970s. Held in the Lyon region, the event attracted the best French drivers and served as a true testing ground for national manufacturers. The 1970 edition left a strong impression with the overwhelming dominance of French berlinettes, with Alpine A110 number 17 at the forefront.
The race ran on winding departmental roads, ideal for showcasing the chassis qualities of the A110. Crowds gathered in large numbers along the route, turning this regional event into a true popular motorsport festival. The friendly atmosphere contrasted with the tension in the pits, where mechanics and drivers fine-tuned their settings right up to the last minute.
Alpine A110 number 17's victory was part of the string of successes that carried the Dieppe marque to its global peak. This local result helped build the legend of a car that became a symbol of the golden age of French rallying. Drivers of the time look back with emotion on those events, when French engineering shone against international competition.
Even today, rally veterans recall with nostalgia that golden era, when French roads echoed with the distinctive sound of Alpine engines. The 1970 Lyon-Charbonnières rally remains etched in collective memory as one of the finest chapters of this exceptional sporting saga.
This Alpine A110 Lyon-Charbonnières fits perfectly into a collection dedicated to Alpine Renault model cars. It is an ideal complement to the other models in the range, notably the road versions and other competition liveries that marked the history of the Dieppe berlinette.
Collectors passionate about rally model cars will find in this replica an authentic tribute to the golden age of French motorsport. It pairs harmoniously with other French model cars from the 1960s and 1970s, a prosperous period of French automotive innovation.
This miniature is especially suited to fans of vintage model cars and collectors specialising in racing and competition cars. Its careful finish and historical authenticity make it a prized addition to any collection devoted to the French automotive heritage of the 1970s.
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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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