COBI Citroën DS 19 Executive Edition: What to Know First
By COBI Bricks: Building Blocks For Kids, Construction Block | Published: 2026-10-31
Category: Buying Guides
Decide if COBI Executive Edition 1956 Citroën DS 19 Set #24350 fits your shelf, budget, and build plans before you buy this 1:12 scale car.
Quick answer
Buy the COBI Executive Edition 1956 Citroën DS 19 Set #24350 if you want a large 1:12 scale brick model of an innovative 1950s French luxury car and have room to display it. Skip it if you prefer smaller, cheaper builds or have no dedicated shelf space.
Why the DS 19’s history matters for your build
The Citroën DS 19 premiered in 1955 and stayed in production until 1975, so the car spans two decades of design. Its slim silhouette, streamlined shape, and chrome accents are the details that make a brick model recognizable, and they are also the areas where a large-scale set can show its value. If you care about the story behind a car, this is a model with a clear one; if you only want a generic classic car shape, a smaller set may satisfy you just as well.
Executive Edition price versus display commitment
At USD 110.99 against a catalog comparison price of USD 149.99, Set #24350 sits in a higher price band than many COBI cars. The cost is only part of the decision: a 1:12 scale car needs more shelf depth and width than a 1:24 or 1:16 model, and it becomes a display centerpiece rather than a desk toy. Measure your intended space before you buy, and treat the price as the entry fee to a larger display decision.
Where this set fits among COBI Executive Edition cars
COBI Executive Edition cars are aimed at builders who want a more substantial classic-car project. The DS 19 is a natural fit if you already display other large-scale cars and want a French luxury counterpart. It is a weaker fit if you are new to large builds or if your collection is built around smaller, quicker models, because the scale and price raise the commitment on both counts.
Decision rules for Set #24350
- Space check: Confirm you have a shelf or cabinet wide and deep enough for a 1:12 scale car before ordering. If the only free space is a narrow desk edge, choose a smaller COBI car instead. Measure first; scale is the hardest limit to work around later.
- Budget check: Compare the USD 110.99 price with what you would spend on two or three smaller sets. If you want one standout model rather than several small ones, the Executive Edition price is easier to justify. Decide whether this is your main car purchase or an impulse add-on.
- Collection check: Buy it if you already display large-scale classic cars and want a French luxury model with a strong 1950s identity. Skip it if your collection is all small-scale builds and you prefer to keep that consistency. Match scale to your existing display, not just to the car you like.
- Build-pace check: Choose this set when you want a longer, more involved project. If you prefer quick builds you can finish in an evening, a smaller COBI car will keep your interest better. Be honest about how much build time you enjoy.
Product facts
- COBI EXECUTIVE EDITION 1956 Citroën DS 19 : Set #24350: The Citroën DS 19 was a luxury passenger car that premiered in 1955 and remained in production until 1975. The long production run and luxury status give the model a recognizable identity that suits a display-focused Executive Edition set.
COBI EXECUTIVE EDITION 1956 Citroën DS 19 : Set #24350 - COBI EXECUTIVE EDITION 1956 Citroën DS 19 : Set #24350: The DS 19 was known for its slim silhouette, streamlined shape, and chrome accents. Those styling cues are the details to check in the finished model if you care about capturing the car’s distinctive look.
Who should buy it
Best for
- Builders who want a large 1:12 scale classic car as a display centerpiece
- Fans of 1950s French design and the Citroën DS 19’s history
- Collectors of COBI Executive Edition cars who want a French luxury model
Not for
- Shoppers with limited shelf space or a tight budget
- Builders who prefer small, quick sets over long display projects
- Anyone looking for a child’s first brick car
