Mercedes Benz F1 W196 #14 2nd 1955 Belgium GP in 1:18 scale
This is the Mercedes Benz F1 W196 #14 2nd 1955 Belgium GP in 1:18 scale by WERK83.
The Mercedes-Benz F1 W196, driven by Stirling Moss, finished 2nd in the 1955 Belgian Grand Prix, a race that became legendary for Moss’s brave and skillful performance. Although Moss did not win, his drive at the challenging Spa-Francorchamps circuit was remarkable, as he pushed the W196 to its limits in a race that saw intense competition. Moss, known for his daring driving style and resilience, was often seen as the "best driver never to win a World Championship," and his performance in Belgium exemplified his ability to extract the maximum potential from any car. The 1955 season was one of Mercedes-Benz's most successful, with Moss’s 2nd place finish helping the team maintain its dominance. The race stood out for its unpredictable weather and strategic pit stops, with Moss’s consistency and strategic racing keeping him in the hunt throughout the event. His effort in the Belgian GP remains one of the standout performances in Mercedes’ return to Formula 1.
This model is hand painted and polished to a beautiful finish and has a sealed body. These diecast
models are exceptionally accurate of scale, shape and detail. Interior detail is hand assembled and easily
visible. Photo etched parts, die-cutting, tampo printing and waterslide decals are often used for a most
authentic replication.
The Mercedes-Benz F1 W196, driven by Stirling Moss, finished 2nd in the 1955 Belgian Grand Prix, a race that became legendary for Moss’s brave and skillful performance. Although Moss did not win, his drive at the challenging Spa-Francorchamps circuit was remarkable, as he pushed the W196 to its limits in a race that saw intense competition. Moss, known for his daring driving style and resilience, was often seen as the "best driver never to win a World Championship," and his performance in Belgium exemplified his ability to extract the maximum potential from any car. The 1955 season was one of Mercedes-Benz's most successful, with Moss’s 2nd place finish helping the team maintain its dominance. The race stood out for its unpredictable weather and strategic pit stops, with Moss’s consistency and strategic racing keeping him in the hunt throughout the event. His effort in the Belgian GP remains one of the standout performances in Mercedes’ return to Formula 1.
This model is hand painted and polished to a beautiful finish and has a sealed body. These diecast
models are exceptionally accurate of scale, shape and detail. Interior detail is hand assembled and easily
visible. Photo etched parts, die-cutting, tampo printing and waterslide decals are often used for a most
authentic replication.
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