Description: With its "Transatlantic" line borrowed from the large A70 Hereford, the Austin A40 Somerset primarily aimed to attract exports, particularly to America; it would remain the last Austin model with a separate chassis before the birth of BMC. This rounded and endearing silhouette, typical of British family cars of the early 1950s, made it an ideal candidate for Brooklin Models when the Bath-based firm launched its Lansdowne range in 1993: a collection of British classics designed from the outset for adult display cases, in the spirit of the Dinky toys of yesteryear. The miniature illustrates all the workshop's expertise: hand-cast in white metal, individually applied paint, chrome grille and bumpers, side strips, fitted glazing, detailed interior. Produced in small series, it was accompanied by its convertible "Coupé" version (LDM 9A / 9X), some numbered special editions of which are rarer. The offered example is a superb light green saloon: shiny paint, crisp chrome, clear glazing, complete cream interior, all resting on its wheels with chrome hubcaps and black rubber tyres. Sold with its Lansdowne box, simply marked by a little use, it constitutes a beautiful 1/43 scale collector's item. At this price, why deny yourself?