1966 Ford GT40 Mk II 3rd at LeMans #5 in 1:18 Scale by Shelby Collectibles

This is the 1966 Ford Mk II LeMans #5 Diecast Model Car in 1:18 Scale by Shelby Collectibles.  From the Movie Ford v. Ferrari with Christian Bale as Ken Miles and Matt Damon as Carroll Shelby.  

he 1966 24 Hours of Le Mans was a landmark race. 

• Ford Domination: Ford, after years of trying to dethrone Ferrari, finally achieved victory with a 1-2-3 finish.  
• Key Figures:
  • Ken Miles & Denny Hulme: Won the race in the #1 Ford GT40.
  • Bruce McLaren & Chris Amon: Finished 2nd in the #2 Ford GT40.
  • Ronnie Bucknum & Dick Hutcherson: Finished 3rd in the #3 Ford GT40.
• Historical Significance:
  • End of Ferrari's Dominance: This marked the end of Ferrari's long reign at Le Mans.
  • American Success in Europe: It was a significant victory for the American automotive industry.
  • Controversial Finish: The finish was controversial, with some believing Ken Miles should have been declared the winner.  

The 1966 Le Mans is a legendary race that is still talked about today. It's a pivotal moment in motorsport history.

• "Ford v. Ferrari" (2019 Film): This Hollywood film dramatizes the events leading up to the 1966 Le Mans race.

This exquisite model is hand painted and polished to a beautiful finish.

Other features include:

• Extremely Detailed Engine
• Moveable and Steerable Front Wheels
• Accurate and highly detailed Interior and Chassis
• Opening Doors, Trunk and Hood