What car did Tintin drive?

Tintin was often seen driving various vehicles throughout his adventures, but the most iconic car associated with him is the Lancia Aprilia. This stylish Italian car appears in The Calculus Affair (L'Affaire Tournesol), where Tintin, Captain Haddock, and Snowy drive it through intense chase sequences. Other notable vehicles Tintin has used include: • Buick Model 1939 (The Black Island) • Jaguar Mk X (The Castafiore Emerald) • Citroën 15CV (Land of Black Gold) The adventures of Tintin frequently feature meticulously drawn, real-world vehicles, which Hergé, the creator of Tintin, illustrated with exceptional accuracy.

Moulinsart is the official company responsible for managing and protecting the Tintin brand and Hergé’s legacy. Named after Marlinspike Hall (Château de Moulinsart in French), Captain Haddock’s ancestral home, the company oversees licensing, merchandise, and copyrights related to The Adventures of Tintin. Founded by Nick Rodwell, the husband of Hergé’s widow, Fanny Rodwell, Moulinsart plays a crucial role in ensuring the authenticity and quality of official Tintin products, including the highly detailed 1:24 scale vehicle models available on Hornseys.

Are these Tintin model vehicles official merchandise?

Yes, the 1:24 scale Tintin vehicles sold by Hornseys are officially licensed by Moulinsart and crafted with exceptional detail. Each model is based on Hergé’s original illustrations and represents vehicles from Tintin’s many adventures.

Do the Tintin model cars come with certificates of authenticity?

Most official Moulinsart-licensed Tintin models come with a certificate of authenticity, confirming their status as an officially licensed collectible. If you are looking for a specific certification, please check the individual product descriptions or contact us for more details.

What scale are the Tintin vehicle models?

The 1:24 scale models mean that the vehicles are 24 times smaller than their real-world counterparts. This scale allows for a perfect balance between detail and display size, making them ideal for collectors who appreciate high-quality craftsmanship.

Can I buy other Tintin collectibles from Hornseys?

In addition to 1:24 scale vehicles, Hornseys stocks a wide range of Tintin collectibles, including: • 1:43 scale model cars • Tintin figurines & statues • Limited edition prints & artwork • Tintin books & graphic novels

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Rowling, J K & Gill, Olivia Lomenech
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£125.00

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The Nonsense Verse Of Edward Lear: Signed By The Illustrator
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Chicken Licken Inscribed By Michael Foreman To Wendy Cooling
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The Water Babies Illustrated By Warwick Goble
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The New Juvenile Scrap Book Illustrated With Cuts
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Anonymous (G Kershaw & Son)
When We Were Very Young – Winnie The Pooh – Now We Are Six – The House At Pooh Corner – The Collectors’ Facsimile Edition – Four Volumes In Slipcase
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Hugh Lofting – Doctor Dolittle And The Secret Lake – First Edition
£75.00

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What The Ladybird Heard Next
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Children's And Illustrated

Kennilworthy Whisp: Quidditch Through The Ages: Signed By The Illustrator

Newt Scamander: Fantastic Beasts And Where To Find Them: Signed By The Illustrator: Includes Promotional Poster

The Wonderful Adventures Of Tuflongbo And His Elfin Company: John Leighton Binding

Stick Man Illustrated By Axel Scheffler

Ug, Boy Genius Of The Stone Age Signed By Raymond Briggs

Newt Scamander: Fantastic Beasts And Where To Find Them: Signed By The Illustrator

Neither Here Nor There, The Art Of Oliver Jeffers: Signed By The Artist

I Saw Esau, The Schoolchild’s Pocket Book: Signed By Maurice Sendak & Iona Opie

The Field, The Garden And The Woodland Or Interesting Facts Respecting Flowers And Plants In General, Designed For The Young

I Will Not Ever Never Eat A Tomato Ten Year Anniversary Edition Signed By Lauren Child

Zog Illustrated By Axel Scheffler

The Snail And The Whale Signed By Julia Donaldson And Axel Scheffler

The Gruffalo Signed By Julia Donaldson And Axel Scheffler

The Orchard Book Of Aesop’s Fables Inscribed By Michael Morpurgo To Wendy Cooling

Peter Pan And Wendy: Signed By The Illustrator

Paul Blake Or The Story Of A Boy’s Perils In The Islands Of Corsica And Monte Cristo

Aesop’s Fables With Upwards Of One Hundred And Fifty Engravings On Wood

The Chronicles Of Narnia: New Edition

The Magician’s Nephew – Facsimile Edition

A Proposed Alphabet Of Sins And Lesser Evils Peculiar To The House And Garden

The Horse And His Boy – Facsimile Edition

Zog Signed By Julia Donaldson And Axel Scheffler

The Adventures Of Bert Inscribed By Allan Ahlberg To Wendy Cooling

The Nonsense Verse Of Edward Lear: Signed By The Illustrator

Funky Tales With An Original Drawing By Korky Paul

Chicken Licken Inscribed By Michael Foreman To Wendy Cooling

The Water Babies Illustrated By Warwick Goble

The New Juvenile Scrap Book Illustrated With Cuts

When We Were Very Young – Winnie The Pooh – Now We Are Six – The House At Pooh Corner – The Collectors’ Facsimile Edition – Four Volumes In Slipcase

Hugh Lofting – Doctor Dolittle And The Secret Lake – First Edition

A Squash And A Squeeze Illustrated By Axel Scheffler And Signed By Julia Donaldson

What The Ladybird Heard Next

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