Norev – Renault Dauphine
Scale model of an automobile, the Renault Dauphine , made by Norev . This example is reference 237439, included in the "Renault Toys – Les P'tites Mythiques" series. It is made in China, I don't know its production period. Metal body painted in blue (" Bleu émeraude "?), with printed details. Black plastic base. Glazing represented in transparent plastic with details molded in the windshield. Interior details in cream and beige plastics. Detailed plastic rims with "chrome" finish, plastic tires with molded details. No suspension. The nominal scale is 1:54 and the overall length is approximately 2.9 in. About 1.3 oz. This model represents an automobile, the 1956 Renault Dauphine , equipped with the rear-mounted 845 cm³, 32 hp (23.5 kW) Renault Ventoux "L4" engine. Top speed around 71 mph. I've always liked the Renault Dauphine , its rounded lines, its peculiarly friendly and even elegant appearance—its smiling face. The miniature...