Porsche 917/20 Pink Pig 1st Practice 1971 24h Le Mans in 1:18 scale
This is the Porsche 917/20 Pink Pig 1st Practice 1971 24h Le Mans in 1:18 scale by WERK83.
The Porsche 917/20 “Pink Pig,” with its wildly unconventional wide-bodied aerodynamics and infamous butcher-style pink livery, made its sensational debut during the first practice session for the 1971 24 Hours of Le Mans. Driven by German ace Reinhold Joest and French veteran Willi Kauhsen, the car turned heads not only for its appearance but also for its experimental blend of the 917K’s short-tail stability and the 917LH’s low-drag speed. What made this outing unique was how the Pink Pig became an instant icon—standing out amid a field of more traditionally liveried competitors—while also serving as a rolling aerodynamic laboratory. Though it ultimately retired during the race, its first laps in practice cemented its legend, proving that Le Mans isn’t just about winning, but about pushing the boundaries of design and captivating the imagination of fans worldwide.
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 Porsche 917/20 “Pink Pig,” with its wildly unconventional wide-bodied aerodynamics and infamous butcher-style pink livery, made its sensational debut during the first practice session for the 1971 24 Hours of Le Mans. Driven by German ace Reinhold Joest and French veteran Willi Kauhsen, the car turned heads not only for its appearance but also for its experimental blend of the 917K’s short-tail stability and the 917LH’s low-drag speed. What made this outing unique was how the Pink Pig became an instant icon—standing out amid a field of more traditionally liveried competitors—while also serving as a rolling aerodynamic laboratory. Though it ultimately retired during the race, its first laps in practice cemented its legend, proving that Le Mans isn’t just about winning, but about pushing the boundaries of design and captivating the imagination of fans worldwide.
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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