Triumph Spitfire green number 100 - Solido 1921
This magnificent green Triumph Spitfire from the Solido collection, reference 1921, proudly displays the number 100 on its body. This 1:43 scale model car perfectly captures the sporty elegance of the famous British roadster, with its distinctive green hue evoking the finest hours of English motorsport.
A true collector's item , this faithful reproduction will appeal to both British car enthusiasts and collectors of prestigious model cars. Solido's meticulous finish accurately captures the pure, timeless lines of this legendary roadster.
Characteristics of the model car
- Model: Triumph Spitfire
- Brand: Triumph
- Year: 1970s
- Scale: 1/43rd
- Color: Green with number 100
- Manufacturer: Solido
- Reference: 1921
- Protective case included: Yes
The Triumph Spitfire, an iconic British roadster
Introduced in 1962, the Triumph Spitfire was born from Triumph's desire to create an affordable roadster capable of competing with the Austin-Healey Sprite and MG Midget. Designed by Giovanni Michelotti, it is distinguished by its clean lines and refined Italian design, unusual for a British car of the time.
Powered by a 1147cc 4-cylinder engine developing 63 horsepower, the Spitfire offered decent performance for its class, with a top speed of 150 km/h. Its all-wheel drive and four-wheel independent suspension made it a particularly pleasant car to drive, especially on winding roads.
Produced until 1980, the Spitfire underwent several technical upgrades, notably moving to a 1296cc and then a 1493cc engine. More than 314,000 examples were produced, making this model one of the most popular British roadsters of its time.
Triumph, British sporting heritage
Founded in 1885 in Coventry, Triumph quickly established itself as one of England's most respected manufacturers. In the 1960s and 1970s, when the Spitfire was created, the brand underwent a revival under the Leyland Group, seeking to modernize its image while preserving its sporting DNA.
The Spitfire era was Triumph's golden age, with legendary models like the TR6, Stag, and GT6 being produced at the same time. This heyday was in keeping with the brand's racing heritage, inheriting the racing successes of Triumph's model cars from previous decades.
Unfortunately, the financial difficulties of the British Leyland group in the 1970s gradually affected the quality and innovation of Triumph models, leading to the definitive discontinuation of the car brand in 1984.
A star of the small screen
The Triumph Spitfire owes much of its fame to its numerous appearances in British television and film productions of the 1970s. It was notably the car of choice for several heroes of police series of the time, helping to forge its image as a chic and accessible roadster.
One of the most memorable anecdotes concerns the series "The New Avengers," where Purdey's Spitfire, piloted by Joanna Lumley, performed spectacular stunts. The directors particularly appreciated the car's maneuverability and its photogenic silhouette, which fit perfectly with the "Swinging London" aesthetic of the time.
This media exposure contributed significantly to the model's commercial success, particularly among a young, urban clientele. The Spitfire thus became a symbol of freedom and relaxed elegance, perfectly embodying the spirit of the British 1970s .
Even today, this association with the world of entertainment makes the Spitfire one of the most recognizable roadsters of its generation, and partly explains the ongoing enthusiasm of collectors for this iconic model.
Complete your collection of British model cars
This Triumph Spitfire Solido naturally finds its place at the heart of a collection dedicated to British sports cars. It harmonizes perfectly with other models in the Triumph model car range, notably the TR4, TR6 or GT6, to reconstitute the entire sports production of the brand.
Passionate collectors of model car roadsters will also appreciate combining it with Austin-Healeys, MGs, or Lotuses from the same era, creating a remarkable showcase of British expertise in open-top sports cars. Solido 's meticulous finish ensures aesthetic consistency with the other models in the range.
This model car will particularly appeal to fans of 1/43rd scale models , a reference scale that allows for a fine appreciation of bodywork details while maintaining a reasonable size. It also provides an excellent introduction to foreign model cars for beginners keen to discover the fascinating world of classic British automobiles.
