Bburago 0139 Renault 14 TL "Giro d' Italia"

Authentic Bburago 0139 Renault 14 TL "Giro d'Italia" in 1:24 scale. This model is one of the more unusual and less common creations from the classic Bburago series. With its sporty Giro d'Italia livery and characteristic roof-mounted bicycle rack, it is a popular collector's item among retro diecast and cycling history enthusiasts.

The Renault 14 was launched in 1976 as a compact family car and was known for its practical design, spacious interior, and modern technology for its time. The car quickly earned the nickname "the pear-shaped Renault" due to its rounded, flowing bodywork. Although not a particularly sporty model, the Renault 14 was regularly used as a support and support vehicle at cycling races.

In major cycling events like the Giro d'Italia, cars of this type were used by organizers, teams, and support services. They transported spare bicycles, tools, and materials that were crucial to the riders. The Renault 14 fits this image perfectly: reliable, compact, and agile, exactly what was needed on the narrow, winding roads of Italy's iconic cycling race.

Today, the Renault 14 is considered a quintessential symbol of the French automotive world of the 1970s and 1980s. This makes both the actual car and its scale models attractive to collectors of European classics.

The Italian manufacturer Bburago gained worldwide fame thanks to their robust diecast models in 1:18 and 1:24 scales. The series in which this Renault 14 TL "Giro d'Italia" appeared focused specifically on themed cars, such as rally cars, police vehicles, and sporting event models.

Bburago models from this period are known for their metal bodywork, functioning doors, and classic, recognizable look that hold nostalgic value for many. The model is in good condition.

Please note: as with many preserved examples of this specific model, some parts of the bicycles on the roof are missing. The roof rack itself is present, but one or more bicycle parts or loose components have been lost over time. This is a known issue with this model, as the bicycle accessories were very small and fragile. Nevertheless, it remains an attractive and representative display model, especially for fans of Bburago, cycling, or Renault history.