London Black Taxi Model
An exclusively-designed collectible souvenir paying tribute to the London black taxi, and featuring the British Museum logo and a scene of London's iconic skyline.
Packaged in a gift-box, this taxi replica makes a perfect souvenir of both the British Museum and of London's cultural history.
About London's taxis:
The famous 'black cab' is universally recognised as a symbol of London. It is characterised by its hooded design and ability to 'turn on a sixpence' - its 25ft turning circle - a feature that was initially designed to manoeuvre around the small roundabout entrance of the famed Savoy Hotel. Black cab drivers have to pass a test called 'The Knowledge' to demonstrate that they have an intimate awareness of the geography of London's streets and important buildings.
The first private hire cars, or 'hackney-carriages' as they were known, were introduced in the 1880s, and their design has remained a classic London symbol. From 1930 onwards, all London black taxis were built by British manufacturers; the best known among these are the Austin FX3 and FX4 (as shown here).
Packaged in a gift-box, this replica makes a perfect addition to any collection of classic vehicles or London memorabilia.
- Product Code: CMCP44070
- Theme: London
- T.P: 8.58
- Dimensions: H5 x W12 x L4cm
- Postage Weight: 0.46 Kg
An exclusively-designed collectible souvenir paying tribute to the London black taxi, and featuring the British Museum logo and a scene of London's iconic skyline.
Packaged in a gift-box, this taxi replica makes a perfect souvenir of both the British Museum and of London's cultural history.
About London's taxis:
The famous 'black cab' is universally recognised as a symbol of London. It is characterised by its hooded design and ability to 'turn on a sixpence' - its 25ft turning circle - a feature that was initially designed to manoeuvre around the small roundabout entrance of the famed Savoy Hotel. Black cab drivers have to pass a test called 'The Knowledge' to demonstrate that they have an intimate awareness of the geography of London's streets and important buildings.
The first private hire cars, or 'hackney-carriages' as they were known, were introduced in the 1880s, and their design has remained a classic London symbol. From 1930 onwards, all London black taxis were built by British manufacturers; the best known among these are the Austin FX3 and FX4 (as shown here).
Packaged in a gift-box, this replica makes a perfect addition to any collection of classic vehicles or London memorabilia.
- Product Code: CMCP44070
- Theme: London
- T.P: 8.58
- Dimensions: H5 x W12 x L4cm
- Postage Weight: 0.46 Kg
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