Atlas World Police Cars Series (Completed)
If you are planning to collect models showing different countries police cars, the Atlas World Police Cars Series is a fantastic option. This series features 50 models, spanning from timeless classics to modern law enforcement vehicles.
Finding these models often requires a bit of hunting on eBay, where prices can vary significantly. In my experience, a price range between 5 to 15 euros is quite acceptable, depending on the rarity of the specific model. For instance, the Skoda Octavia from the Israel Police is particularly elusive.
A major milestone was reached when I secured three rare models: the Skoda Octavia (Israel Police), Volvo S60 (Iceland Lögreglan), and the Ford Crown Victoria (California Highway Patrol), bringing my total to 48 out of 50. Shortly after, I managed to track down the Volkswagen Golf 4 from the Netherlands Politie for just 5 euros!
Final Milestones
The journey to completion involved hunting down specific gems like the Willys Jeep M38 from Italy Polizia. On August 1st, 2021, the collection was officially marked as completed.
Hunting Tips
Keep a close eye on eBay and local dealers. Some models might appear common, but regional variants (like Israel or Iceland) are the ones that truly test a collector's patience.
The Complete 50-Model List
Here is the full line-up from the Atlas World Police Cars series that now resides in the museum.