Opel Ascona 400 Team Rothmans #1 2nd 1982 Rally Acropolis in 1:18 scale
This is the Opel Ascona 400 Team Rothmans #1 2nd 1982 Rally Acropolis in 1:18 scale by IXO.
The Opel Ascona 400, representing Team Rothmans and bearing the number 1, secured a commendable second place at the 1982 Rally Acropolis with drivers Walter Röhrl and Christian Geistdörfer. Walter Röhrl, renowned for his precision and strategic approach, expertly navigated the rugged and rocky terrain of the Acropolis Rally, one of the toughest events in the World Rally Championship due to its extreme heat and punishing routes. The 1982 Rally Acropolis was particularly challenging, with stages that tested the durability of both car and driver. Röhrl and Geistdörfer's performance in the Opel Ascona 400 demonstrated their exceptional teamwork and resilience, highlighting the car's robustness and their ability to maintain competitive speeds under grueling conditions. Their second-place finish underscored their skill and determination, making a significant mark in the rally's storied history.
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 Opel Ascona 400, representing Team Rothmans and bearing the number 1, secured a commendable second place at the 1982 Rally Acropolis with drivers Walter Röhrl and Christian Geistdörfer. Walter Röhrl, renowned for his precision and strategic approach, expertly navigated the rugged and rocky terrain of the Acropolis Rally, one of the toughest events in the World Rally Championship due to its extreme heat and punishing routes. The 1982 Rally Acropolis was particularly challenging, with stages that tested the durability of both car and driver. Röhrl and Geistdörfer's performance in the Opel Ascona 400 demonstrated their exceptional teamwork and resilience, highlighting the car's robustness and their ability to maintain competitive speeds under grueling conditions. Their second-place finish underscored their skill and determination, making a significant mark in the rally's storied history.
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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