Model Car Renault Frégate Domaine blue/grey with CAFE LEGAL advertising
Scale 1/43
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Renault Frégate Domaine: An Exceptional Miniature
This 1:43 scale Renault Frégate Domaine miniature perfectly captures the essence of this iconic 1950s vehicle. Sporting a magnificent blue and gray livery with authentic Café Légal advertising, this faithful reproduction is a true gem for collectors passionate about French automobiles.
This collector's item represents much more than a simple miniature: it embodies the French art of living during the Trente Glorieuses, when automobiles were becoming more accessible and advertising vehicles crisscrossed our roads to promote local brands.
Miniature Features
- Model: Renault Frégate Domaine
- Brand: Renault
- Year: 1950-1960
- Scale: 1/43rd
- Color: Blue and gray
- Decoration: Legal Coffee Advertising
- Protective case included: Yes
The Renault Frégate: Symbol of French Elegance
Launched in 1951, the Renault Frégate marked the company's entry into the luxury sedan segment. Designed to compete with the Citroën Traction Avant and Peugeot 203, it represented French expertise in affordable luxury automobiles. Its elegant design, designed by Pierre Lefaucheux's team, perfectly reflected the optimism of the post-war era.
The Domaine version, the family estate of the range, met the new needs of a society undergoing rapid transformation. With its spacious body and generous trunk, it appealed to French families discovering leisure activities and vacations. Its 1997 cc 4-cylinder engine developed decent power for the time, allowing satisfactory performance on national roads.
Produced until 1960, the Frégate influenced a generation of French motorists. Despite modest sales compared to the competition, it remains today a symbol of French automotive elegance of the 1950s.
Renault: Innovation at the Service of the Automobile
Founded in 1899 by the Renault brothers, the diamond-shaped brand had already established itself as a major player in the French automotive industry by the time it created the Frégate. After World War II, under the leadership of Pierre Lefaucheux, the nationalized Renault developed an ambitious strategy to conquer all market segments.
The Frégate era corresponds to a period of intense creativity for Renault. Alongside this prestige model, the brand was developing the famous 4CV, which democratized the automobile in France. This dual approach— popular innovation and bourgeois refinement —perfectly characterized the Renault philosophy of the 1950s, positioning the brand as a manufacturer capable of satisfying all audiences.
When the Frigate Carried the Colors of French Commerce
This Renault Frégate Domaine in the colors of Café Légal reminds us of a time when advertising vehicles were a real spectacle on our roads. In the 1950s, French brands did not hesitate to transform their cars into rolling advertising vehicles, creating a unique and colorful commercial landscape.
Café Légal, a popular brand of the time, chose its vehicles carefully. The Frégate Domaine, with its elegant silhouette and load capacity , represented the perfect compromise between brand image and commercial practicality. These advertising vehicles crisscrossed France, participating in fairs and markets, creating a direct link between brands and consumers.
This advertising practice is a testament to the French commercial ingenuity of the time. Long before the advent of mass television advertising, companies used their vehicles as true mobile ambassadors. The Frégate Café Légal perfectly embodies this era when the automobile was used as much to transport goods as to convey a brand image.
Today, these period advertising vehicles fascinate collectors with their historical authenticity and their ability to immerse us in the commercial atmosphere of the Trente Glorieuses, when France was discovering the consumer society.
Complete Your Collection of French model cars
This Renault Frégate Domaine Café Légal naturally finds its place in any collection dedicated to French model cars . It dialogues perfectly with other emblematic models of the era, such as the miniature Citroën Traction Avant or the contemporary Peugeot 203 .
Collectors who are passionate about advertising vehicles will particularly appreciate this piece, which fits perfectly into thematic collections. It is the ideal complement to series dedicated to miniature station wagons or automobiles from the 1950s .
This miniature is aimed at both experienced collectors and enthusiasts of French automotive history. It is an excellent entry point to discover the world of Renault model cars and understand the evolution of the diamond-shaped brand. Its careful finish and historical authenticity make it a reference model for any fan of 1/43 scale model cars .
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
What scales are available?
Our model cars are mainly offered in 1/43, 1/24, 1/18 and 1/87 (HO) scales. The scale is always indicated in the product sheet.
The smaller the second number, the larger the model car (e.g. 1/18 is larger than 1/43).
Does the model car come with protection?
Yes, each model car is systematically delivered in its protective box. This box preserves the collectible value and protects your model car from dust and shocks.
How is my package protected during transport?
We package each order with the utmost care: bubble wrap, appropriate cushioning, and polystyrene. Your model car is perfectly secure during its journey.
What is the delivery time?
In-stock items are shipped within 24-48 hours. Please allow 2-3 business days for France via Colissimo or 4-5 days via Mondial Relay.
The model car is no longer in stock, when will you have it?
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