Collectable Diecast Model 1:43 – Opel Motorwagen

Pre-owned 1:43 scale diecast model car from my personal collection:- Altaya Opel Collection Opel Motorwagen System Lutzmann 1899-1901 Green ** THE FIRST OPEL ** PRICE >> €22 or Best Offer The model offered is part of the Opel Collection released by Altaya. The model was made by IXO and is good quality with plenty of detail. In 1889 Adam Opel purchased the car factory owned by locksmith Friedrich Lutzmann of Dessau. Adam died in 1895 but his sons, in 1899, produced the first ‘Opel-Patent-Motorwagen System Lutzman’. This was based on the ‘arrow’ models previously built by Lutzmann. The design was improved with updates to the chassis and chain-driven steering. These improved both the ride stability and vehicle safety. The design layout was unchanged and the vehicle continued to resemble a horseless coach. It is powered by a single cylinder rear-mounted 1,545cc engine developing 3.5 hp. This gave the 4-seater a top speed of 20 kph (12 mph). Over the next three years 65 automobiles, based on the “System Lutzman”, were built. Model is in very good condition and is in its original display case. More photographs are available on request. Please contact seller if interested in model. Multiple purchase discounts are available if combined with purchase(s) from seller's other Ads.