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Specifications:

Catalog no: COBI-2260

• Scale: 1:35

• Pieces: 315

• Figure(s): 3

• Age: 8+

De Gaulle's Horch830BL in a limited edition version is a set that brings with it a huge dose of history, which you can build with us, piece by piece!

Horch is a German automotive company founded at the beginning of the 20th century in Zwickau (Saxony). From the very beginning, Horch cars were characterized by high quality, modern technical solutions and a superior craftsmanship. In 1933, the luxury sedan "Horch 830" made its debut on the market and became an instant hit. This prompted the manufacturer to release new variants of the car. In 1935, the Horch 830 B appeared with a more powerful engine and the Horch 830 BL with an elongated body.

Horch, like other companies, supplied vehicles for the military in the 1930s. Civil production was intended to a large extent for the needs of high-ranking officials. A 1936 Horch 830 BL car belonged to the Commander of Defense of Paris, General Dietrich von Choltitz. After the surrender of Paris in August 1944, the car fell into the hands of the Allies.

The most famous user of this car was General Charles de Gaulle, leader of the Free French, future head of the French government and president. The Horch 830 BL became the general's favorite car and he used it on many occasions. Perhaps, to some extent, the sentiment for this car also prompted de Gaulle to end the eternal rivalry between France and Germany. In 1963, he and the Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany signed the "Elysée Treaty", committing both countries to comprehensive cooperation in many areas. The signatures of President de Gaulle and Chancellor Adenauer initiated the process of reconciliation between nations, the driving force for the idea of ​​a united Europe was created!

In the early 1950s, the car was sold. Currently, you can see it in the military museum in Dresden, where restored to an ideal condition, it is on display with a French pennant decorated with the Lorraine Cross. In the limited-edition block version, the car is equipped with the same pennant and hubcaps with the brand logo printed on them. After construction, the car can be displayed on a block base with a laser-engraved inscription with the name of the model and an individual number of the limited edition! The unique figures are equally important elements of the set. The driver is honored to drive a car whose passengers are General Charles De Gaulle and the famous French General Philippe Leclerc, available only in this limited edition! The whole set is complemented by a paper certificate with an individual number and the signature of the President of COBI.

·      315 high-quality components

·      Produced in the EU by a company with over 20 years of tradition

·      Meets the safety standards for products for children

·      Fully compatible with other brands of construction blocks

·      Blocks with prints do not scratch or smear and do not fade during play or under the influence of temperature

·      Car model

·      3 figures including Charles De Gaulle and exclusive Philippe Leclerc

·      Additional prints and a flag

·      A numbered plate with the name of the vehicle

·      A paper certificate of authenticity

Model dimensions (L x H): 16 cm (6.3 ") x 6 cm (2.4")