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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The Adventures Of Tintin – Prisoners Of The Sun – First Edition – 1962
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The Adventures Of Tintin – The Seven Crystal Balls – First Edition – 1962
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The Adventures Of Tintin – The Shooting Star – First Edition – 1961 – Corrected File Copy
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German – Vichy Anti-Allied Propaganda Leaflet – Reste En France! – c. 1942-1943 – With 1965 Psywar Society Letter to Robert Hastings – Provenance – The Churchill Collection of Steve Forbes
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Les Aventures De Jo Zette Et Jocko – Le Manitoba Ne Répond Plus – The Adventures Of Jo Zette And Jocko – The Manitoba No Longer Responds – First Or Very Early Issue – 1952
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Les Aventures De Jo Zette Et Jocko – L’Éruption Du Karamako – The Adventures Of Jo Zette And Jocko – The Eruption Of Karamako – First Or Very Early Issue – 1952
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Le Mystère de la Grande Pyramide – Le Manuscrit de Manéthon – The Mystery of The Great Pyramid – The Manuscript of Manetho – First Edition – 1954
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Les Aventures De Tintin – Le Lotus Bleu – The Adventures Of Tintin – The Blue Lotus – Early Edition – 1948
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Les Aventures De Tintin – On A Marché Sur La Lune – The Adventures Of Tintin – Explorers On The Moon – First Edition – 1954
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Les Aventures De Tintin – L’Étoile Mystérieuse – The Adventures Of Tintin – The Shooting Star – Early Edition – 1947
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Les Aventures De Tintin – Tintin Au Congo – The Adventures Of Tintin – Tintin In The Congo – Early Edition – 1948
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Les Aventures De Tintin – L’Ile Noire – The Adventures Of Tintin – The Black Island – Early Edition – 1948
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Les Aventures De Tintin – Le Secret De La Licorne – The Adventures Of Tintin – The Secret Of The Unicorn – Early Edition – 1947
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Agatha Christie – Spider’s Web – Original 1954 Press Photograph with Savoy Theatre Programme – Margaret Lockwood
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The Adventures Of Tintin – The Seven Crystal Balls – First Edition – 1962
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The Adventures Of Tintin – Explorers On The Moon – First Edition – 1959
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The Adventures Of Tintin – The Secret Of The Unicorn – First Edition – 1959
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Popular Authors

Six Men – Signed And With An Original Drawing By David McKee

The Gruffalo Song – Signed By Julia Donaldson And Axel Scheffler

What The Ladybird Heard

Paddington Marches On

The Adventures Of Tintin – Destination Moon – First Edition – 1959

The Adventures Of Tintin – King Ottokar’s Sceptre – First Edition – 1958

The Adventures Of Tintin – Tintin In Tibet – First Edition – 1962

Paddington Abroad Signed By Michael Bond

Les Aventures De Tintin – L’Oreille Cassée – The Adventures Of Tintin – The Broken Ear – Early Edition – 1946

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More About Paddington Signed By Michael Bond

Gabrielle Designs – Aunt Lucy – Paddington Bear – 46 cm – 1978

The Adventures Of Tintin – Prisoners Of The Sun – First Edition – 1962

The Adventures Of Tintin – The Seven Crystal Balls – First Edition – 1962

The Adventures Of Tintin – The Shooting Star – First Edition – 1961 – Corrected File Copy

German – Vichy Anti-Allied Propaganda Leaflet – Reste En France! – c. 1942-1943 – With 1965 Psywar Society Letter to Robert Hastings – Provenance – The Churchill Collection of Steve Forbes

Les Aventures De Jo Zette Et Jocko – Le Manitoba Ne Répond Plus – The Adventures Of Jo Zette And Jocko – The Manitoba No Longer Responds – First Or Very Early Issue – 1952

Les Aventures De Jo Zette Et Jocko – L’Éruption Du Karamako – The Adventures Of Jo Zette And Jocko – The Eruption Of Karamako – First Or Very Early Issue – 1952

Le Mystère de la Grande Pyramide – Le Manuscrit de Manéthon – The Mystery of The Great Pyramid – The Manuscript of Manetho – First Edition – 1954

Les Aventures De Tintin – Le Lotus Bleu – The Adventures Of Tintin – The Blue Lotus – Early Edition – 1948

Les Aventures De Tintin – On A Marché Sur La Lune – The Adventures Of Tintin – Explorers On The Moon – First Edition – 1954

Les Aventures De Tintin – L’Étoile Mystérieuse – The Adventures Of Tintin – The Shooting Star – Early Edition – 1947

Les Aventures De Tintin – Tintin Au Congo – The Adventures Of Tintin – Tintin In The Congo – Early Edition – 1948

Les Aventures De Tintin – L’Ile Noire – The Adventures Of Tintin – The Black Island – Early Edition – 1948

Les Aventures De Tintin – Le Secret De La Licorne – The Adventures Of Tintin – The Secret Of The Unicorn – Early Edition – 1947

Agatha Christie – Spider’s Web – Original 1954 Press Photograph with Savoy Theatre Programme – Margaret Lockwood

The Adventures Of Tintin – The Seven Crystal Balls – First Edition – 1962

The Adventures Of Tintin – Explorers On The Moon – First Edition – 1959

The Adventures Of Tintin – The Seven Crystal Balls – First Edition – 1962

The Adventures Of Tintin – The Secret Of The Unicorn – First Edition – 1959

The Adventures Of Tintin – Tintin And The Golden Fleece – The Book Of The Film Based On Hergé’s Characters – First Edition – 1965

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