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

Sporting Ephemera

Signed Official Programme for E. W. Swanton’s Commonwealth Cricket Team Tour of Hong Kong, 1964 – Signed by Sir Garfield Sobers and Twelve Other Touring Cricketers
£395.00

Printed by The South China Morning Post Ltd, Hong Kong
Two Original Golf Scorecards For The “King’s” Course And The “Queen’s” Course At Gleneagles – c.1925-1930
£350.00

London, Midland & Scottish (LMS) Railway & Gleneagles Golf Course
ASCOT RACES, 1912 — FOUR-IN-HAND CLUB MULTI-DAY ADMISSION TICKET (SIX POUNDS)
£250.00

Ascot Racecourse
ASCOT RACES, 1912 — VISCOUNT CHURCHILL’S PRIVATE STAND ADMISSION TICKET
£250.00

Ascot Racecourse
ASCOT RACES, 1911 — LT.-COL. GORDON CARTER’S PRIVATE STAND ADMISSION TICKET
£225.00

Ascot Racecourse
Swift Cycles, 1909: Trade Catalogue
£125.00

The Swift Cycle Co Ltd
Official Programme: E. W. Swanton’s Commonwealth Cricket Team Tour of Hong Kong, 31 March – 7 April 1964
£125.00

(Hong Kong) Swanton, E W
B.S.A. Bicycles: Trade Catalogue
£95.00

B.S.A
Evel Knievel – Snake River Canyon – September 6th 1974 – Original Press Photograph
£75.00

Knievel, Evel
Premier Cycles, 1915: Trade Catalogue
£75.00

Premier Cycles
The Hong Kong Cricket Tour of England, July 1976 – Official Tour Programme with Original Printed Itinerary
£75.00

Hong Kong Cricket Association
Raleigh The All Steel Bicycle: Trade Catalogue: 1938
£65.00

The Raleigh Cycle Co Ltd
B.S.A. Motor Bicycle: Trade Catalogue
£40.00

B.S.A

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Sporting Ephemera

Signed Official Programme for E. W. Swanton’s Commonwealth Cricket Team Tour of Hong Kong, 1964 – Signed by Sir Garfield Sobers and Twelve Other Touring Cricketers

Two Original Golf Scorecards For The “King’s” Course And The “Queen’s” Course At Gleneagles – c.1925-1930

ASCOT RACES, 1912 — FOUR-IN-HAND CLUB MULTI-DAY ADMISSION TICKET (SIX POUNDS)

ASCOT RACES, 1912 — VISCOUNT CHURCHILL’S PRIVATE STAND ADMISSION TICKET

ASCOT RACES, 1911 — LT.-COL. GORDON CARTER’S PRIVATE STAND ADMISSION TICKET

Swift Cycles, 1909: Trade Catalogue

Official Programme: E. W. Swanton’s Commonwealth Cricket Team Tour of Hong Kong, 31 March – 7 April 1964

B.S.A. Bicycles: Trade Catalogue

Evel Knievel – Snake River Canyon – September 6th 1974 – Original Press Photograph

Premier Cycles, 1915: Trade Catalogue

The Hong Kong Cricket Tour of England, July 1976 – Official Tour Programme with Original Printed Itinerary

Raleigh The All Steel Bicycle: Trade Catalogue: 1938

B.S.A. Motor Bicycle: Trade Catalogue

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