Lotus F1 97T #12 1985 Monaco GP Ayrton Senna w/ Engine Details in 1:18 scale
This is the Lotus F1 97T #12 1985 Monaco GP Ayrton Senna w/ Engine Details in 1:18 scale by WERK83.
The Lotus 97T #12, driven by Ayrton Senna at the 1985 Monaco Grand Prix, represented one of his early flashes of brilliance in Formula 1. Senna, a rising star known for his precision and fearlessness, had captured pole position in the tight, unforgiving street circuit of Monaco in the turbocharged Lotus-Renault 97T. Unfortunately, his race ended prematurely when his engine failed on lap 14, robbing him of what might have been a masterful drive. The 97T itself was a cutting-edge car for its time — a carbon-fiber monocoque powered by a high-strung 1.5L Renault V6 turbo, designed by Gérard Ducarouge. What set this race apart was how it underlined Senna’s qualifying genius, even when reliability betrayed him — a theme that would follow much of his career, especially in the era of powerful but fragile turbo cars.
Werk83 1:18 scale diecast models are highly detailed collector pieces. Known for their precise proportions, accurate sponsor liveries, and finely replicated interiors and engines, Werk83 aims to capture the raw spirit of motorsport machines. These models are made of diecast metal with authentic tampo-printed graphics, realistic wheels and tires, detailed cockpits with roll cages and racing seats, and opening parts on select releases.
The Lotus 97T #12, driven by Ayrton Senna at the 1985 Monaco Grand Prix, represented one of his early flashes of brilliance in Formula 1. Senna, a rising star known for his precision and fearlessness, had captured pole position in the tight, unforgiving street circuit of Monaco in the turbocharged Lotus-Renault 97T. Unfortunately, his race ended prematurely when his engine failed on lap 14, robbing him of what might have been a masterful drive. The 97T itself was a cutting-edge car for its time — a carbon-fiber monocoque powered by a high-strung 1.5L Renault V6 turbo, designed by Gérard Ducarouge. What set this race apart was how it underlined Senna’s qualifying genius, even when reliability betrayed him — a theme that would follow much of his career, especially in the era of powerful but fragile turbo cars.
Werk83 1:18 scale diecast models are highly detailed collector pieces. Known for their precise proportions, accurate sponsor liveries, and finely replicated interiors and engines, Werk83 aims to capture the raw spirit of motorsport machines. These models are made of diecast metal with authentic tampo-printed graphics, realistic wheels and tires, detailed cockpits with roll cages and racing seats, and opening parts on select releases.
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