Opel Ascona 400 Rothmans (night Version) #2 Winner 1982 Rally Monte Carlo in 1:43 scale with Figurines
This is the Opel Ascona 400 Rothmans (night Version #2 Winner 1982 Rally Monte Carlo in 1:43 scale with Figurines by IXO.
The Opel Ascona 400 Rothmans #2 that won the 1982 Rallye Monte-Carlo was driven by the legendary pairing of Walter Röhrl and Christian Geistdörfer, one of the most dominant duos in rally history. Röhrl was renowned for his precision, calmness under pressure, and ability to master treacherous conditions, and this victory was a defining moment in his 1982 World Rally Championship title campaign. What made the Ascona 400 stand out was its rear-wheel-drive layout at a time when rivals—most notably the revolutionary Audi Quattro—were introducing all-wheel drive. Despite this apparent disadvantage, the Ascona’s lightweight chassis, near-perfect balance, and strong 2.4L DOHC engine developed with Cosworth allowed Röhrl to exploit its agility on the icy, mixed-surface roads of Monte Carlo. Its success proved that driver skill and chassis balance could still overcome technological advances, making this victory one of the most impressive in rally history.
Excellent quality and finish. Beautifully crafted and exquisitely detailed. Models are hand
painted, decorated and assembled. Beautiful detail and accuracy of shape and scale. Photo
etched parts, die-cutting, tampo printing and waterslide decals are also used. Each model
comes with its own acrylic display case.
The Opel Ascona 400 Rothmans #2 that won the 1982 Rallye Monte-Carlo was driven by the legendary pairing of Walter Röhrl and Christian Geistdörfer, one of the most dominant duos in rally history. Röhrl was renowned for his precision, calmness under pressure, and ability to master treacherous conditions, and this victory was a defining moment in his 1982 World Rally Championship title campaign. What made the Ascona 400 stand out was its rear-wheel-drive layout at a time when rivals—most notably the revolutionary Audi Quattro—were introducing all-wheel drive. Despite this apparent disadvantage, the Ascona’s lightweight chassis, near-perfect balance, and strong 2.4L DOHC engine developed with Cosworth allowed Röhrl to exploit its agility on the icy, mixed-surface roads of Monte Carlo. Its success proved that driver skill and chassis balance could still overcome technological advances, making this victory one of the most impressive in rally history.
Excellent quality and finish. Beautifully crafted and exquisitely detailed. Models are hand
painted, decorated and assembled. Beautiful detail and accuracy of shape and scale. Photo
etched parts, die-cutting, tampo printing and waterslide decals are also used. Each model
comes with its own acrylic display case.
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