AUTOart
53502 – JAGUAR 120C C-TYPE 1951, Silver
Die cast
1/43 scale, about 3.65”long.
Retails for $36.00;
Condition: New, received from the manufacturer
ABOUT A CAR
Between 1951-53 43 had been build, plus 11 race version. Was developed by Jaguar primarily for racing, but it could also be used on the road – as indeed many were. It borrowed many components from XK 120 (twincam engine, gearbox, rear axel), but had its own multi-tulbar chassis and distinctive aerodynamic light-alloy open roadster body. No concession was made to weather protection or comfort. It was a successful competitor at Le Mans (won in 1951 and 1953) Top speed was over 140 mph.
This car is very significant to Jaguar racing history.
157” Long; 96” wheel base; 2075 lb weight; L 6 (210 cid), 3442 cc/dohc with 200 bhp. Price new was equivalent to $6,000. At some point collectors paid over a $1,000,000 for C - Types with documented competition history!
ABOUT model
Unbelievably highly detailed models from any aspect, exterior, interior and even underbody, including accurately detailed chassis parts and turn able front wheels. Yes it is a truth and it is in 1/43 scale! Packed in an attractive box with its own plastic display case.
ABOUT MODEL MAKER
If you would like to know what they say about their product, please read below. Personally, as a collector, I just love their models. I truly believe that AUTOart is really delivers what they are promising.
“Welcome to the world of AUTOart, a world of excellence in modelmaking. We have made it our business to think small. From the heritage class to the performance thoroughbred, our model cars are perfect replicas in miniature. Produced through the application of cutting-edge technology to the modelmaker’s art. The result is a new attention to detail in both form and colour. AUTOart. Models you can believe in.”
“The 1/43 scale replica is probably the oldest scale in the world of automotive miniatures. There are many companies involved in the production of this size scale that offer products that range from “world class” to something far less than wonderful!”
“The AUTOart 1/43 scale line brings out tradition of quality through craftsmanship and attention to detail to our new smaller scale replicas. We believe we can enhance this scale with our earnest devotion to authenticity, quality and leading edge refinements. We enter this market with the Feeling that our products are the highest quality images today’s technology allows. We will continue to define the 143 market to remain one of its leading manufacturers.”
