COBI® Citroën™ DS 19 1956

The Citroën DS 19 was a luxury passenger car which premiered in 1955. It remained in production until 1975. Its arrival inspired great interest due to its innovative technical features and modern design. The DS 19 was known for its unique appearance, featuring a slim silhouette, elegant lines and chrome accents.This particular model was powered by a 1.9-liter four-cylinder gas engine that generated 74 hp. Citroën DS 19 was also the first car to use a hydraulic suspension system, which ensured excellent driving stability and comfort. This system also allowed the height of the body to be adjusted depending on the road conditions. The interior of the car was luxurious and spacious, offering comfortable seats upholstered in leather.The Citroën DS 19 was the car often used by French President Charles de Gaulle. To this day, this model remains an important piece of French automotive history and a testimony to the close relationship between politics and the world of automobiles.The block model developed under license from Citroen successfully recreates the icon of the French automotive industry! Thanks to the large 1:12 scale and the use of over 2,200 elements, we were able to faithfully recreate the characteristic shape of this extraordinary car. After construction the car reaches an impressive size of 40 cm in length. The model also features numerous details enriched with high-quality, durable prints. Especially for the design of this set we have developed completely new patterns of bricks, including the characteristic windshield! Explore the beautiful interior, dashboard, working steering wheel and turning wheels. The car is also equipped with opening doors and trunk. Under the hood there is a detailed, brick-built engine. The model is ideal for collectors and enthusiasts of classic motoring and clear and intuitive instructions with blocks packed in numbered bags make the construction process efficient and satisfying. Build history, piece by piece, with COBI.