Tintin Editions Atlas No. 12 Captain Haddock’s Lincoln Zephyr Cabriolet from The Seven Crystal Balls 1:43 Model Car

This collectible Tintin model is the Editions Atlas En Voiture Tintin No. 12 release, identified as Le Cabriolet du Capitaine Haddock from Les 7 Boules de Cristal / The Seven Crystal Balls. Released in September 2002, it recreates Captain Haddock’s bright yellow Lincoln Zephyr-inspired cabriolet from Hergé’s adventure, featuring Captain Haddock, Tintin, and Snowy seated inside. The model is presented on a dark blue display base marked Les 7 Boules de Cristal, with a clear case and illustrated countryside backdrop.

Official Editions Atlas Release

Part of the first En Voiture Tintin collector series, this model is identified as Atlas No. 12, reference 2 118 012.

September 2002 Release

The original Atlas release date for this collectible is recorded as September 2002, making it one of the earlier vehicles in the series.

Lincoln Zephyr-Inspired Cabriolet

The miniature represents Captain Haddock’s yellow cabriolet from The Seven Crystal Balls, commonly linked to the classic Lincoln Zephyr cabriolet design.

Character Scene Included

The car includes Captain Haddock at the wheel, Tintin in the passenger seat, and Snowy between them, recreating the album-inspired driving scene.

1:43 Display Presentation

Produced in 1:43 scale, the model features a bright yellow body, beige folded roof detail, silver-style trim, grey tyres, and a themed display base with clear protective case.