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AtlasDecember 01, 20203 min read

Atlas Editions: Best of British Police Cars

The "Best of British" series by Atlas Editions is a nostalgic journey through the history of UK policing. From the "Z-Cars" era to modern motorway interceptors, this collection captures the unique character of British patrol vehicles.

British police cars have a very distinct aesthetic, from the classic "jam sandwich" liveries to the older black-and-white patrol units. Atlas Editions has done a commendable job capturing these details in 1:43 scale.

Collecting this series often brings back memories of classic TV shows and the changing face of British roads over the decades. The models are well-built and provide a great cross-section of UK automotive history.

British Heritage

Jaguar & Rover

The Jaguar MK II and Rover P6 are the crown jewels of this series, representing the high-speed pursuit capabilities of the Metropolitan Police during the 1960s and 70s.

Series Detail

Each model in this series typically comes with a fact file about the specific police constabulary and the car's service history.

British Police Roster

A selection of the most iconic models from the Best of British series in our museum.

1.Jaguar MK II - Metropolitan Police
2.Ford Zephyr 6 - Lancashire Constabulary
3.Morris Minor - UK Police
4.Rover P6 - Metropolitan Police
5.Triumph 2500 - London Police
6.Ford Escort MK1 - Kent County Constabulary
7.Vauxhall Senator - West Midlands Police
8.Range Rover - England Police