Cobi 1956 Citroen DS 19 E.E. COBI-24350

The Citroën DS 19 is a luxury car that was introduced in 1955 and remained in production until 1975. Its premiere attracted significant interest due to its innovative technical solutions and modern design. The DS 19 was known for its unique appearance, featuring a sleek silhouette, streamlined lines, and chrome accents. It was often used by Charles de Gaulle, the French president from 1959 to 1969, who valued contact with the public. The DS 19 was the perfect vehicle for diplomats, offering ample space in the passenger compartment and comfortable leather-upholstered seats. As a presidential car, the Citroën DS 19 symbolized both French elegance and technological modernity. Its presence on the roads was a testament to the prestige and strength of the French state.

The presidential Citroën DS 19 became famous worldwide for its excellent driving characteristics. During the assassination attempt on President de Gaulle, the attackers destroyed two tires. Nevertheless, the driver maintained control of the vehicle and managed to escape from the assailants. No one was injured. Even today, the Citroën DS 19 driven by President de Gaulle remains an important piece of French automotive history and a testament to the close connection between politics and the automotive world.

The building block model of the Executive Edition is inspired by the famous car of President Charles de Gaulle and boldly captures the icon of French automobiles. Thanks to the large scale of 1:12 and the use of over 2,400 elements, we were able to faithfully recreate the distinctive shape of this extraordinary car. Once built, the car reaches an impressive length of 40 cm. The model includes numerous details, enhanced with high-quality, durable prints.