Details of French Dinky 35A Simca 5 Topolino
The French Dinky Simca 5 Topolino.
In 1939, French Dinky launched the 60mm long Simca 5, Topolino, (35a). The casting at a scale of 1:55 moulded details of the model into its one piece shell. With either white of black hubs and rubber tyres, the model cost 125 fr. (old francs), about 2/6. Between 1940 and 1948, the price remained, even though the wheels became black metal. After 1948, the black wheel hubs had solely black tyres. The bodywork, doors, hatches, vents, grille and headlights are embossed. Ultimately, the Simca 5, Topolino, was deleted in 1949.
Designed by Fiat and known in Italy as the Topolino, the Franco-Italian, SIMCA 5, was built in Nanterre between 1939 and 1948. The in line 570cc engine produced a remarkable fuel consumption of 110km on only 5 litres of petrol. The car had a four speed gearbox, independent suspension, drum brakes and a 12v electrical system. Pre-war production slowed due to industrial action and German occupation. Eventually, the car was delisted in 1949 and replaced by the SIMCA 6.
The original price was 125 fr . It was available in grey, red, dark green, royal blue, yellow, gold, silver and brown finish at 1:55 scale. Released as French Dinky 35A in 1939 withdrawn as French Dinky 35A in 1949.
Base:
no baseVehicle make:
SimcaVehicle model:
5 TopolinoVehicle type:
mini car, saloon carWheels:
plain rubber tyresWindows:
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