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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Durham: Map Of The County Palatine Of Durham From An Actual Survey Made In The Years 1818 & 1819
£150.00

Greenwood, C & I
Durham: Episcopatus Dunelmensis Vulgo: The Bishoprike Of Durham
£225.00

Jansson, Jan
Durham
£45.00

Murray, T L
Durham
£45.00

Slater, Isaac
Durham
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Walker, J & C
Durham: An Accurate Map Of The County Palatine Of Durham Divided Into Wards
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Bowen, Emanuel
Durham
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Fullarton, Archibald
Durham
£30.00

Cary, John
Durham: The Bishoprick Of Durham
£20.00

Parker (?)
Durham: The County Palatine Of Durham
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Moll, Herman
Durham
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Cary, John
Durham: The Bishopprick Of Durham
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Speed, John Engraved by Van Den Keere, Pieter
Durham: A Map Of Durham From The Best Authorities
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Cary, John
Yorkshire: An Accurate Survey Of Some Stupendous Remains Of Roman Antiquity On The Wolds In Yorkshire
£195.00

Haynes, John & Vertue, George
Yorkshire – Ducatus Eboracensis Pars Occidentalis – The West Riding Of Yorke Shire
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Valk, Gerard & Schenk, P
Cheshire: Cestria Comitatus Palatinus by J Blaeu
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Blaeu, J
Dorset: Map of Dorsetshyre by John Speed
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Speed, John

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United Kingdom County Maps

Durham: Map Of The County Palatine Of Durham From An Actual Survey Made In The Years 1818 & 1819

Durham: Episcopatus Dunelmensis Vulgo: The Bishoprike Of Durham

Durham

Durham

Durham

Durham: An Accurate Map Of The County Palatine Of Durham Divided Into Wards

Durham

Durham

Durham: The Bishoprick Of Durham

Durham: The County Palatine Of Durham

Durham

Durham: The Bishopprick Of Durham

Durham: A Map Of Durham From The Best Authorities

Yorkshire: An Accurate Survey Of Some Stupendous Remains Of Roman Antiquity On The Wolds In Yorkshire

Yorkshire – Ducatus Eboracensis Pars Occidentalis – The West Riding Of Yorke Shire

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