1/18 CMC Mercedes-Benz W165 1939
The most glamourous Grand Prix races of the thirties took place in the North African city of Tripolis. Since 1934 this exotic paradise formed the exclusive background of motor races, which were dominated by the supremecy of Mercedes-Benz.
As the 1939 Grand Prix was limited to 1.5 litre cars, so Daimler-Benz faced the enormous challenge of developing a new car in a minimum of time. With a record pace they succeeded in building an entirely new racing car in only 8 months. The new 1.5 litre W165 racing car featured a 90 degree V-engine and a remarkable power of 256bhp.
With this vehicle Hermann Lang gained a sensational victory, which was the result of an outstanding team performance and one of the most unexpected triumphs in the history of motor racing. The Tripolis race became legendary.
Features include:
- Hand assembled model consisting of over 400 parts
- Replication of the V8 engine
- Removable engine hood
- Hand assembled wire spoke wheels
- Detailed cockpit with textile seat coverings
- Movable windscreen
- Radiator grill with steel wires
