Franklin Mint 1:24 - Model car - Mercedes-Benz W196R No. 18 'Silver Arrow' 1954

Franklin Mint Precision Models – Mercedes-Benz W196R no. 18 « Silver Arrow » 1954 – Scale 1:24 – with original documentation

Description

Fine collectible reproduction of the legendary Mercedes-Benz W196R no. 18 from 1954, produced by Franklin Mint Precision Models at 1:24 scale.

This single-seater is part of the famous Mercedes-Benz “Silver Arrows” that marked the brand’s return to Grand Prix racing in the 1950s. The W196R is notably associated with Juan Manuel Fangio and the 1954-1955 seasons.

The Franklin Mint miniature stands out for its particularly meticulous craftsmanship: metallic silver body, spoked wheels, detailed cockpit with red seat, reproduced instrumentation and race number 18.

The exemplar is accompanied by its original Franklin Mint Precision Models documentation “The Mercedes-Benz W196R,” visible in the photograph.

Specifications

Manufacturer: Franklin Mint
Line: Franklin Mint Precision Models
Model: Mercedes-Benz W196R
Year of the represented vehicle: 1954
Race number: 18
Scale: 1:24
Color: silver – Silver Arrow
Material: die-cast metal with numerous applied parts
Manufacture: hand-assembled model, consisting of more than 100 elements according to cataloged commercial documentation
Year of marketing/manufacture of the miniature: 1992
Dimensions: approximately 18 cm in length × 8 cm in width
Included accessory: original Franklin Mint documentation/booklet

Condition

Good overall collectible condition.

The miniature retains a very nice overall appearance. Nevertheless, you can discern a few small signs of use or marks on the body, particularly on the lower areas, to be considered in the assessment.

The original Franklin Mint documentation is present.

Photos are an integral part of the description.