Atlas Dinky Toys Nr 562H Citroën 2CV Roadside assistance

The Atlas Dinky Toys No. 562H Citroën 2CV Roadside Assistance is a beautiful scale model of one of the most recognizable vehicles of the Dutch Roadside Assistance. This version of the Citroën 2CV, specifically designed as a roadside assistance vehicle, was an indispensable emergency service provider on the Dutch roads in the 1960s and 1970s. This model is in mint condition and comes with a French brochure and the original box, making it a special collector's item for lovers of Dinky Toys and classic car history.

The Citroën 2CV, known as the "Duck", was loved for its simple, robust design and reliability. The version used by the Dutch Roadside Assistance played a crucial role in providing roadside assistance to motorists. This 2CV was adapted to be on the scene quickly and provide technical assistance, especially on the many rural roads and in villages where cars regularly got stuck or broke down. The 2CV’s iconic design, combined with its light weight and flexible suspension, made it perfect for such missions, even on difficult roads.

The Roadside Assistance Service, founded in 1936 by the ANWB (General Dutch Cycling Association), was renowned for its rapid response and professional assistance to stranded motorists. The 2CV Roadside Assistance vehicle was equipped with the necessary tools and materials to carry out repairs on the spot, and its recognisable yellow and black colour scheme quickly became a familiar symbol of roadside assistance.

The Dinky Toys No. 562H Citroën 2CV Roadside Assistance is a meticulously crafted scale model that perfectly captures the details of the original roadside assistance vehicle. This model is finished in the characteristic yellow colour scheme of the Roadside Assistance Service, including the ANWB logo on the side and the classic design of the Citroën 2CV. Dinky Toys has always been renowned for their accurate and detailed miniatures, and this model is no exception. It captures the charm and robustness of the Citroën 2CV, while at the same time paying tribute to the history of the Roadside Assistance.

This specific example of the Atlas Dinky Toys No. 562H Citroën 2CV Roadside Assistance is in mint condition and comes with, the French brochure, which describes the history of this iconic model and highlights the role of the Citroën 2CV in the Roadside Assistance fleet and the original box, which contributes to the protection and collection value of this scale model.

For collectors of Dinky Toys and enthusiasts of classic emergency vehicles, this model is a unique find. The combination of the good condition, the original packaging and the detailed brochure makes it a valuable item for any collection. The Atlas Dinky Toys No. 562H Citroën 2CV Roadside Assistance vividly brings to life the history of the Dutch roadside assistance and the reliable Citroën 2CV, and pays tribute to a time when the Roadside Assistance played a crucial role in the safety and comfort of motorists.