Lotus 79 1979 Car #1 GP Argentina Driver Mario Andretti - Jacky Ickx Limited Edition in 1:18 scale
This is the Lotus 79 1979 Car #1 GP Argentina Driver Mario Andretti - Jacky Ickx Limited Edition in 1:18 scale by Technomodel.
The Lotus 79's performance at the 1979 Argentine Grand Prix, driven by the formidable duo of Mario Andretti and Jacky Ickx, stands out as a memorable chapter in Formula One history. Mario Andretti, an American racing legend and the reigning Formula One World Champion, joined forces with the experienced Belgian driver Jacky Ickx for this iconic race. The Lotus 79, designed by Colin Chapman, showcased its prowess with innovative ground-effect aerodynamics. The 1979 Argentine Grand Prix was marked by a stunning display of teamwork as Andretti and Ickx both piloted the Lotus 79 to victory, securing a rare shared win in Formula One. This unique achievement underscored the technical excellence of the Lotus 79 and demonstrated the skill and versatility of both drivers, making it a race that resonates in the annals of motorsport history.
This model is hand painted and polished to a beautiful finish and has a sealed body. Resin models are
exceptionally accurate of scale, shape and detail. Each model is created using a variety of production
processes, to achieve this precision. They are produced using a composite material referred to in the
industry as “resin”. Photo etched parts, die-cutting, tampo printing and waterslide decals are often used
for the most authentic replication.
The Lotus 79's performance at the 1979 Argentine Grand Prix, driven by the formidable duo of Mario Andretti and Jacky Ickx, stands out as a memorable chapter in Formula One history. Mario Andretti, an American racing legend and the reigning Formula One World Champion, joined forces with the experienced Belgian driver Jacky Ickx for this iconic race. The Lotus 79, designed by Colin Chapman, showcased its prowess with innovative ground-effect aerodynamics. The 1979 Argentine Grand Prix was marked by a stunning display of teamwork as Andretti and Ickx both piloted the Lotus 79 to victory, securing a rare shared win in Formula One. This unique achievement underscored the technical excellence of the Lotus 79 and demonstrated the skill and versatility of both drivers, making it a race that resonates in the annals of motorsport history.
This model is hand painted and polished to a beautiful finish and has a sealed body. Resin models are
exceptionally accurate of scale, shape and detail. Each model is created using a variety of production
processes, to achieve this precision. They are produced using a composite material referred to in the
industry as “resin”. Photo etched parts, die-cutting, tampo printing and waterslide decals are often used
for the most authentic replication.
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