November 15, 2023

Lots of info for you today.

We'll lead off with the latest from Tecnomodel. The second November shipment of 1/18 scale limited editions is scheduled to arrive by the weekend. Again, only a few extra pieces but they're good ones: Above, the famous Rob Walker Ferrari 250 GT SWB driven to victory by Stirling Moss in the 1961 Goodwood Tourist Trophy. Below, the beautiful 1972 Monaco Grand Prix winning Jean-Pierre Beltoise BRM P160B. Not pictured is the #1 Essex Lotus 79 of Mario Andretti in 1979 Italian Grand Prix trim and Jean-Pierre Jarier's JPS Lotus 79 as it appeared in the 1978 US and Canadian GP weekends (pole sitter in Montreal) after the tragic death of Ronnie Peterson at Monza.

One of each available. Click HERE for other items 'Coming Soon'.

Also, Tecnomodel announced 6 new versions of the Ferrari F40 LM (1996) in 1/18 scale along with three new series of 1/43 scale models: The McLaren Elva Mark 1, Ferrari 340 Mexico (1952) and Porsche 911S (1967).

Scroll down for information on these and other future releases.

Enjoy the Extravaganza this weekend. I plan on extending my DVR a couple extra hours, just in case. Stay warm.

Paul

2023 RAC Book of the Year!

Driven To Crime

True Stories of Wrongdoing in Motor Racing

by Crispian Besley

The Royal Automobile Club presented its 2023 Motoring Book of The Year Award to Evro’s Driven to Crime: True stories of wrongdoing in motor racing by Crispian Besley at its prestigious London ceremony on Wednesday 1 November at its Pall Mall headquarters.

Entered in the category ‘Books On A Motor Sporting Subject Costing No More than £50’, Driven to Crime was a massive hit with the six-strong judging panel, chaired by Simon Taylor, and they were unanimous in crowning it their ultimate Motoring Book of the Year.

One of the judges, Christian Whitehead, said: “The motor racing world is filled with stories involving drivers, team owners, manufacturers and sponsors behaving badly, and this fantastic book highlights the many cases that have made headlines in various ways.

We Brits love a good true crime story, and this book was very hard to put down. Kidnapping, murder, drug-smuggling, robbery, cheating, corruption, punch-ups and downright dangerous driving are all represented well in this thoroughly researched book.”

Ben Cussons, Chairman of the Royal Automobile Club, commented: “The awards, now in their tenth year, are globally recognised and celebrate the very best in automotive publishing. Authors and publishers from around the world submitted a record-breaking 56 titles this year, from compelling biographies and crime stories to marque-specific histories.

“No comparable event in the English language does so much to reward such high achievements within motoring and motoring racing books. The calibre for 2023 has been more impressive than ever.”

'Driven to Crime'

$55.00 - Order HERE

Michael Turner

1991 North American Exhibition Poster

Original Poster from Michael Turner's 1991 North American Exhibition, held July 25 - August 22 at Road America, Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin and The Motorsport Collector in Downers Grove, Illinois.

The poster features a Michael Turner painting commissioned for the Exhibition:

The Ferrari 612 of Chris Amon leading the works McLaren M8B's of Denis Hulme and Bruce McLaren through Thunder Valliey during the 1969 Road America Can Am, Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin.

Overall Size; 18" x 24" | Printed in 1991 | Excellent Condition

$40.00 - Order HERE

Advance Order Model Lists:

Tecnomodel Announcement

Tecnomodel will produce 6 new versions of the Ferrari F40 LM (1996) in 1/18 scale, including the Red Press Version equipped with BBS Silver wheels seen above.

Click HERE for info. Please reserve by the November 27 Deadline.

Tecnomodel also announced four different 1/43 scale versions of the three cars below.

1/43 Tecnomodel

McLaren Elva Mark 1

4 versions offered.

Click HERE for Info.

1/43 Tecnomodel

Porsche 911S (1967)

4 versions offered.

Click HERE for Info.

1/43 Tecnomodel

Ferrari 340 Mexico

4 versions offered.

Click HERE for Info.

1/43 TSM Model

The latest TSM list includes 3 versions of the Cadillac V-Series.R in 2023 Le Mans HyperCar trim. The 3rd place finisher #2 will be produced in both pristine and 'Post-Race Weathered' versions. A clean version of the #3 is also on the list. Click HERE for info on all 6 items on this month's list.

Please order by the November 22 Deadline.

1/43 Spark Model - November List

As you can see from the examples above and below, Spark Model's latest monthly list of 'regular' 1/43 scale models features an excellent selection of Formula One and Le Mans entries from the 1950s thru the 1980s with a couple of rally and road versions throw in.

You can check out all 30 models on the November list HERE.

A good long order deadline of December 3 on these.

2023 24 Hours of Spa

Spark Model released a list of 38 entries from the 2023 24 Hours of Spa that they will produce in Limited Editions as part of their Belgian National Series.

Advance order required. Must reserve by November 30.

Download a pdf of the list:

1/43 Spark Spa 24H List.

Spark Model: 2023 Formula 1

1/18 Spark Model

In addition to the Max Verstappen World Champion and US Grand Prix winning versions of the Red Bull RB19, Spark will do the Williams FW45s of Albon and Sargeant in their US and Singapore Grand Prix liveries, the Alfa Romeo C43s of Bottas and Guanyu in their tri-color Italian GP liveries, and the 2023 Japan GP Podium McLaren MCL60s of Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri. November 28 Deadline.

1/18 Spark Details HERE.

1/43 Spark Model

Spark will do 1/43 scale versions of the Max Verstappen World Champion and US Grand Prix winning versions of the Red Bull RB19, the Williams FW45s of Albon and Sargeant in their US and Singapore Grand Prix liveries, the Alfa Romeo C43s of Bottas and Guanyu in their tri-color Italian GP liveries, and the 2023 Japan GP Podium McLaren MCL60s of Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri.

They will also do Oscar Piastri's Qatar Sprint Race winning McLaren MCL60 #61 complete with pit board and Daniel Ricciardo's 7th place finishing AlphaTauri from the 2023 Mexican Grand Prix. November 28 Deadline.

1/43 Spark Details HERE.

1/18 Spark Model

Spark’s latest list of 16 forthcoming 1/18 scale models includes Ronnie Peterson’s 1974/1975 IROC Camaro in a 300 piece Limited Edition US National Series release,

Jackie Stewart’s 1971 British Grand Prix winning Tyrrell 003, a pair of Monaco Grand Prix winners,

several interesting Le Mans entries including the works Porsche 911 RSR-19s from Le Mans 2021 and the #46 Porsche 356 that scored the Marque’s first Le Mans Class win in 1951.

Deadline is November 16.

Check everything out HERE.

1/43 Spark National

Spark has announced 16 additions to their Limited Edition 1/43 scale National Series.

Highlights from the US National Series (300 each) include the Jim Busby / Dennis Aase Coors BMW M1 that finished 3rd at Mid Ohio in 1979,

the Rohr Motorsport Porsche 911 GT1 that was driven to victory in Las Vegas by Andy Pilgrim and Alan McNish in 1997 and a pair of Alfa Romeo T33s from the 1967 12 Hours of Sebring.