COBI-24350 - CARS/24350/ 1956 CITROEN DS. 19, 2470 parts, from 10 years

The Citroën DS 19 is a luxury car that was introduced in 1955. It remained in production until 1975. Its premiere was met with great interest due to its innovative technical solutions and modern design. The DS 19 was known for its unique appearance with a slim silhouette, streamlined lines and chrome accents. The Citroën DS 19 was a car often used by Charles de Gaulle, the French president from 1959 to 1969, who valued contact with people. The DS 19 was the perfect diplomatic car as it offered plenty of space in the passenger compartment and comfortable leather upholstered seats. As a presidential car, the Citroën DS 19 symbolised both French elegance and technological modernity. Its presence on the roads was an expression of the prestige and strength of the French state.

The presidential Citroen DS 19 became famous all over the world thanks to its excellent driving characteristics. During the assassination attempt on President de Gaulle, the attackers destroyed two tyres! Nevertheless, the driver kept control of the vehicle and was able to escape the attackers! No one was injured! Even today, the Citroën DS 19 driven by President De Gaulle is an important piece of French automotive history and proof of the close connection between politics and the automotive world.

The EXECUTIVE EDITION clamp brick model is a nod to President Charles de Gaulle's famous car and boldly takes on the icon of French motoring! Thanks to the large 1:12 scale and the use of over 2,400 elements, we were able to faithfully recreate the characteristic shape of this extraordinary car. After construction, the car reaches an impressive size of 40 cm in length. The model contains numerous details, enriched with high-quality, durable prints. We have developed completely new brick patterns especially for the construction of this set, such as the characteristic windscreen! Discover the beautiful interior, the dashboard, the working steering wheel. The car is equipped with opening doors and boot. Under the hatch is a detailed engine recreated in bricks. The exclusive EXECUTIVE EDITION features a black body colour and white roof. The set includes a block presentation stand with a possibility to attach a sign with the name of the model. The set also includes a brick pole with a French flag that can be attached to the presentation stand. The model is perfect for collectors and lovers of classic cars. Clear and intuitive instructions and blocks packed in numbered bags make the building process efficient and satisfying. build it!

Caution!Not suitable for children under 36 months. Legal minimum age: 10

• 2,467 high-quality elements
• Product under the original licence of CITROEN
• manufactured in the EU by a company with over 20 years of tradition,
• meeting the safety standards for children's products
• fully compatible with clamping blocks of other brands,
• blocks with imprints do not deform or fade during play or when exposed to temperature,
• large model building scale 1:12,
• Model dimensions (L x W x H): 40 cm (15.75 in.) x 15 cm (5.91 in.) x 12.5 cm (4.92 in.)