1932 Maybach DS8 Zeppelin - Scale 1:18 (12 inches)
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1932 Maybach DS8 Zeppelin
The Luxury Car That Required a Truck Drivers License

From Balloon Zeppelins to Steel Wilhelm Maybach was one of the originators of the auto industry, designing the first cars for Daimler-Benz in the late 1880’s. In 1907 he left to form his own company, collaborating with Graf Zeppelin on engines for these early airbuses. When the Treaty of Versailles banned Germany from producing airships, Wilhelm and his son Karl started producing automobiles. The 1932 DS8 Zeppelin was the crowning achievement of the Maybach company, which lasted until Karl’s death in 1960. Often called the “German Rolls Royce”, the Zeppelin featured a huge 8-liter 12-cylinder engine, 7-speed gearbox, body built by the renowned coach maker Spohn, and was so heavy (6600 lbs.) that German authorities required a truck drivers license to operate it.

Precision Built to Official Specifications This 1:18 scale precision die cast replica has all the details of the original. Double side spare tires, running boards, detailed engine, opening hood, front doors, and luggage trunk, are all topped by a factory baked-enamel finish. It is easy to see why the 1932 Zeppelin has been designated a Classic Car by the Classic Car Club of America.

Model Features • Opening Suicide Doors • Detailed Luxury Interior • Opening Bi-Fold Hood • Detailed 200 Horsepower V-12 Engine • Chrome Accents and Trim • Dual Fender Mounted Spares • Opening Luggage Trunk • Working Steering System • Official Zeppelin Insignias • Baked Enamel Finish • Precision Die Cast Replica • Scale 1:18 • Length: 12 inches

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