A little history
Arguably the most famous of all Austrian automobile manufacturer, Austro-Daimler got deeply involved in motor racing during the Twenties. The six-cylinder ADR, more performance-oriented than its lavish cousin the ADM, exploited the image thus created. Introduced in 1927, the ADR’s main particularity was its all-independent suspension, at a time when most cars still had two rigid axles. The ADR evolved into the upgraded Bergmeister, fitted with a 3.6-litre engine. Unfortunately the very poor economic situation Austria had to face during the next decade forced the prestigious company to its knees. In 1934 it was forced to merge with Steyr, and its production stopped before the end of the year.
(This car’s history will be expanded in due time, please be patient.)
About the model
Model: Austro-Daimer ADR Bergmeister
Year: 1933
Maker: Ixo
Scale: 1/43
Distributed by: Altaya as no.44 of its Voitures Classiques press series
Acquired: brand new, in October 2007, in Souillac, France
This is another model that I’d place among the best this press series has to offer. A nice albeit rare touch is the photo-etched mascot standing on the radiator, though mine wasn’t glued straight – no model car can be perfect, particularly in this price range. Also, the hood's scissors are probably a little too thick, but overall this die-cast deserves at least 14/20.
Arguably the most famous of all Austrian automobile manufacturer, Austro-Daimler got deeply involved in motor racing during the Twenties. The six-cylinder ADR, more performance-oriented than its lavish cousin the ADM, exploited the image thus created. Introduced in 1927, the ADR’s main particularity was its all-independent suspension, at a time when most cars still had two rigid axles. The ADR evolved into the upgraded Bergmeister, fitted with a 3.6-litre engine. Unfortunately the very poor economic situation Austria had to face during the next decade forced the prestigious company to its knees. In 1934 it was forced to merge with Steyr, and its production stopped before the end of the year.
(This car’s history will be expanded in due time, please be patient.)
About the model
Model: Austro-Daimer ADR Bergmeister
Year: 1933
Maker: Ixo
Scale: 1/43
Distributed by: Altaya as no.44 of its Voitures Classiques press series
Acquired: brand new, in October 2007, in Souillac, France
This is another model that I’d place among the best this press series has to offer. A nice albeit rare touch is the photo-etched mascot standing on the radiator, though mine wasn’t glued straight – no model car can be perfect, particularly in this price range. Also, the hood's scissors are probably a little too thick, but overall this die-cast deserves at least 14/20.
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