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

Books

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Michael Bond – A Bear Called Paddington – First Edition, 1958 – Illustrated by Peggy Fortnum
£850.00

Bond, Michael
Paddington And The Grand Tour Signed By Michael Bond – First Edition
£250.00

Bond, Michael & Alley, Bob
More About Paddington Signed By Michael Bond – First Edition – Third Impression
£350.00

Bond, Michael & Fortnum, Peggy
Paddington At Large By Michael Bond – First Edition
£195.00

Bond, Michael & Fortnum, Peggy
A Bear Called Paddington – Deluxe Edition With Full Colour Illustrations
£45.00

Bond, Michael & Fortnum, Peggy
Paddington’s Storybook
£30.00

Bond, Michael & Fortnum, Peggy
Bearly Believable – My Part In The Paddington Bear Story
£20.00

Clarkson, Shirley
The Life And Times Of Paddington Bear
£30.00

Bond, Michael & Ash, Russell
Paddington – A Classic Collection – 2017
£60.00

Bond, Michael & Fortnum, Peggy
Paddington At Large By Michael Bond
£45.00

Bond, Michael & Fortnum, Peggy
Paddington At Work By Michael Bond
£45.00

Bond, Michael & Fortnum, Peggy
More About Paddington By Michael Bond
£45.00

Bond, Michael & Fortnum, Peggy
Paddington Marches On By Michael Bond
£30.00

Bond, Michael & Fortnum, Peggy
Paddington In The Kitchen Illustrated By Barry Wilkinson
£45.00

Bond, Michael & Wilkinson, Barry
Paddington Hits Out Illustrated By Barry Wilkinson
£45.00

Bond, Michael & Wilkinson, Barry
Paddington’s Birthday Party Illustrated By Barry Wilkinson
£45.00

Bond, Michael & Wilkinson, Barry
A Bear Called Paddington Double Signed By Michael Bond And By Paddington Bear
£495.00

Bond, Michael & Fortnum, Peggy
Full Set Of The Paddington Bear Books With A Paddington Card Signed By Michael Bond
£1,250.00

Bond, Michael & Fortnum, Peggy
Paddington Abroad Signed By Michael Bond
£375.00

Bond, Michael & Fortnum, Peggy
More About Paddington Signed By Michael Bond
£345.00

Bond, Michael & Fortnum, Peggy
Paddington Marches On
£395.00

Bond, Michael & Fortnum, Peggy
Paddington Marches On With Card Signed By Michael Bond Loosely Inserted
£545.00

Bond, Michael Illustrated By Fortnum, Peggy

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Books

Michael Bond – A Bear Called Paddington – First Edition, 1958 – Illustrated by Peggy Fortnum

Paddington And The Grand Tour Signed By Michael Bond – First Edition

More About Paddington Signed By Michael Bond – First Edition – Third Impression

Paddington At Large By Michael Bond – First Edition

A Bear Called Paddington – Deluxe Edition With Full Colour Illustrations

Paddington’s Storybook

Bearly Believable – My Part In The Paddington Bear Story

The Life And Times Of Paddington Bear

Paddington – A Classic Collection – 2017

Paddington At Large By Michael Bond

Paddington At Work By Michael Bond

More About Paddington By Michael Bond

Paddington Marches On By Michael Bond

Paddington In The Kitchen Illustrated By Barry Wilkinson

Paddington Hits Out Illustrated By Barry Wilkinson

Paddington’s Birthday Party Illustrated By Barry Wilkinson

A Bear Called Paddington Double Signed By Michael Bond And By Paddington Bear

Full Set Of The Paddington Bear Books With A Paddington Card Signed By Michael Bond

Paddington Abroad Signed By Michael Bond

More About Paddington Signed By Michael Bond

Paddington Marches On

Paddington Marches On With Card Signed By Michael Bond Loosely Inserted

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