If the Grand Carrera is the 1970s, the Autavia is the 1960s — and it is the most "vintage" watch TAG Heuer has ever put back into production. Launched in 1962 as a racing watch for the Autavia car, it spent six decades as a collector's legend before the modern revival gave it a new life. On this site the line lives in two very different price bands, and knowing which one you actually want is the whole game. Here is the breakdown of the 38 references in our Autavia collection.
What the Autavia actually is
The original Autavia was TAG's 1962 entry into the vintage racing watch race: a 43mm steel case, a dial with that unmistakable 1960s "smoky" retro look, and the kind of chunky proportions that only watches from that era had. The modern revival keeps the vintage dial designs — smoky grey, black, the retro chronograph layouts — in a 43mm case with Swiss movements. It is not a dress watch and it is not a diver. It is a statement that you own a piece of 1962, and it wears exactly that way.
The two price bands on this site
| Tier | What it is | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Super clone replicas | The modern Autavia revivals (WBE5112, WBE5114), top-grade finish, 100m water resistance | $899 – $999 |
| Autavia Trendy line | Fashion-line watches in the Autavia style (TGT series), the budget entry into the look | $199 |
The super clone tier: what the money buys
The smoky dial: Tag Heuer Autavia WBE5114.EB0173 Swiss Super Clone Replica - 43mm Stainless Steel, Retro Smoky Dial, 100M Waterproof WBE5114 — $999. The "retro smoky dial" is the one Autavia reference that reads most 1960s, and at $999 in super clone grade it is the reference for buyers who want the vintage look to hold up under close inspection. 43mm stainless steel, 100m water resistance.
The classic black: Tag Heuer Autavia WBE5112.EB0173 Replica Swiss Super Clone: Best Replica with 100M Water Resistance & Vintage Design WBE5112 — $899. The high-contrast black dial version, the safer of the two if you want the vintage shape without the smoky grey. Same 43mm case, same 100m rating, same super clone grade, $100 less.
The $199 tier: what it is (and isn't)
The "Autavia Trendy" references (TGT017–TGT034, all $199) are the fashion line in the Autavia style — the vintage silhouette at a fraction of the price, for buyers who want the look without committing to the super clone budget. They are listed individually in the Autavia collection with their own photos, so you know exactly what each one looks like before ordering. If you are buying your first "vintage TAG" and want to test the look, this is the low-risk way in.
Autavia vs Grand Carrera: the vintage fork
Both lines sell the vintage racing look, and both are 43mm. The difference is era: the Grand Carrera is the 1970s (bold numerals, racing stripes, $169–$199), the Autavia is the 1960s (smoky dials, slimmer retro proportions, $199–$999). If you want the cheapest vintage TAG, the Grand Carrera wins on price. If you want the dial that looks like it came out of a 1962 garage, the Autavia super clones are the only answer on this site. Full Grand Carrera breakdown is in its own guide.
Who the Autavia is for
It is for you if: you want the most vintage TAG on the market without buying from a collector; your wrist is 17cm+ (43mm case, one size — see the wrist & case size guide); or you already own a modern Carrera and want a second watch with a completely different era. It is not for you if: you want an automatic movement in the $199 tier (the Trendy line is fashion-grade), or you want a smaller case (43mm only).
Practical notes
The super clone references are rated 100m (rain, swimming, snorkelling — the Water Resistance & Care guide covers what that means in practice). Every reference is photographed per listing, ships from Guangdong in 10–20 days (Shipping & Delivery), and is covered by the one-year quality warranty (Returns & Support). Run the 10-point inspection on arrival, same as any other watch on the site.
Bottom line
The Autavia is the 1960s end of TAG's vintage spectrum: the smoky-dial super clones at $899–$999 for the full vintage experience, the Trendy line at $199 for the look on a budget. All 38 references are in the Autavia collection, and if the 1970s speak to you more than the 1960s, the Grand Carrera is the other half of the vintage story.
