EXOTO Racing Legends 1:18 1966 EXOTO FORD GT40 MK II 'X-1' ROADSTER #RLG19048

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EXOTO Racing Legends 1:18 1966 EXOTO FORD GT40 MK II 'X-1' ROADSTER #RLG19048 1/18 Diecast Authentic Red Race: Winner, 1966 Sebring 12 Hours Driver(s): Lloyd Ruby, Ken Miles Perfect Racing Record: The Ultimate Tanning Machine The impetus behind the GT40 came from the ambitions of Henry Ford II whom, after getting the cold shoulder from Enzo Ferrari in 1963, gave new marching orders to his troops to design and build a Ferrari challenger. Furious detail pushed to new Exoto limits! Exoto is proud to introduce the definitive model replica of Ford's 7-litre weapon: the immortal GT40 MkII... To honor this spectacular American classic, we designed our highly accurate miniature in grand 1:18 scale: determined to bring you an unprecedented level of precision engineering and intricate detail! Each wonderful model replica features full opening parts, working suspension with genuine coil springs, intricate mechanical components, a fully wired and plumbed HP Ford 427 engine... In short, furious detail and finish that have been pushed to new Exoto limits! Features: •Rubber-like Goodyear tires, genuine tread pattern •True-to-the-original working suspension with rear trailing arms and functioning steering •Unique open roof, carefully replicated interior •Photo-etch details including double-sided radiator •Full (5) opening body panels and fuel filter •Highly detailed, wired and plumbed Ford 427 c.i.t engine •Machined aluminum valve stems on balanced Halibrand wheels •Photo-etch metal double spoiler supported by lovely tubular supports •Limited editions. Designed in 1:18 scale. Over 10.5" long •Superb all die-cast metal body and chassis, simulated aluminum tub •Hand assembled from over 300 scaled precision parts •Superb 11 step psint finish. Authentic colors. High lustre Winner, 1966 Sebring 12 Hours, driven by Ruby/Miles Once known as the "Ford X-1", Kar Kraft converted the ex-Bruce McLaren prototype GT40 Roadster to Mk II specs for Shelby American. Upon taking delivery of the lovely red Ford, Shelby shipped both the Roadster and the team's beautiful blue #2 coupe to Sebring for the classic 12 hour race. In early practice the Roadster was fitted with a pair of automatic transmissions, neither of which could handle the awesome power developed by the thumping 7-liter Ford V8 powerplant. Equipped with a standard gearbox for the balance of practice, qualifying, and the race itself, the race-ready GT40 Mk II Roadster had the right formula for success. Lighter than the Mk II Coupe but with equal power, only team orders could hold it back! During qualifying Miles and Ruby took it easy and still set the 5th fastest time. Miles started in the #1 Roadster and took station behind the Parkes/Bondurant Ferrari 330P3, easily matching the pace of the Italian machinery. Gurney/Grant were delayed off the line but soon joined the battle up front and together the Ford teammates wore down the Ferrari. Though yet another glorious Ford victory seemed inevitable, the final order came as a shock! Shelby had ordered Miles/Ruby to maintain a comfortable pace behind Gurney/Grant. The blue #2 coupe was set for success when the engine seized! Gurney coasted to a stop just 1/4 mile from the finish line where he immediately undertook to push the Ford. Miles blew by in the red #1 Roadster and was as surprised as anybody to find himself being waved into Victory Circle! The GT40 Mk II Roadster scored the perfect result in its first and last race. Does not include box! Great Holiday / Christmas / Xmas Present / Gift Idea! Packed Securely and Shipped Fully Insured! read more

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