1965 Indy 500 Winner Lotus 38 Jim Clark #82 in 1:18 scale
This is the Lotus 38 1965 Winner 500 Indy Driver: Jim Clark Car #82 in 1:18 scale by Tecnomodel.
The Lotus 38, driven by Jim Clark with car #82, made history by winning the 1965 Indianapolis 500. Jim Clark, a Scottish racing legend known for his extraordinary talent and versatility, became the first driver to win the Indy 500 in a rear-engined car, a revolutionary shift from the front-engined roadsters that had dominated the race. The Lotus 38, designed by Colin Chapman, was a groundbreaking machine that combined lightweight construction with a powerful Ford V8 engine, offering superior speed and handling. The 1965 Indy 500 was unique not only for Clark's dominant performance, leading 190 of the 200 laps, but also for marking a turning point in the design philosophy of race cars at the Brickyard. This victory was a landmark achievement in motorsport, showcasing the effectiveness of European engineering in an American-dominated event and cementing Clark's legacy as one of the greatest drivers in racing history.
These 1:18 scale replicas will be a great addition to any model collection. Models are
hand painted and are made of cast Resin. Photo etched parts, tampo printing and
waterslide decals are used to achieve the clear, crisp detail. Hand Painted and polished
to a beautiful finish, these models are exceptionally accurate in scale and shape .
The Lotus 38, driven by Jim Clark with car #82, made history by winning the 1965 Indianapolis 500. Jim Clark, a Scottish racing legend known for his extraordinary talent and versatility, became the first driver to win the Indy 500 in a rear-engined car, a revolutionary shift from the front-engined roadsters that had dominated the race. The Lotus 38, designed by Colin Chapman, was a groundbreaking machine that combined lightweight construction with a powerful Ford V8 engine, offering superior speed and handling. The 1965 Indy 500 was unique not only for Clark's dominant performance, leading 190 of the 200 laps, but also for marking a turning point in the design philosophy of race cars at the Brickyard. This victory was a landmark achievement in motorsport, showcasing the effectiveness of European engineering in an American-dominated event and cementing Clark's legacy as one of the greatest drivers in racing history.
These 1:18 scale replicas will be a great addition to any model collection. Models are
hand painted and are made of cast Resin. Photo etched parts, tampo printing and
waterslide decals are used to achieve the clear, crisp detail. Hand Painted and polished
to a beautiful finish, these models are exceptionally accurate in scale and shape .
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