This is the 1932 Alfa Romeo 8C 2300 Nuvolari in 1:8 scale by Amalgam.
The Alfa Romeo 8C 2300 "Monza" holds a special place in racing history as the car that triumphed in the 1932 Monaco Grand Prix, driven by the legendary Tazio Nuvolari. Nuvolari was a fearless and gifted Italian racing driver known for his exceptional skill and daring maneuvers on the track. The 1932 Monaco Grand Prix itself was an exceptional race that set it apart from others. Despite challenging weather conditions and a wet track, Nuvolari showcased his remarkable talent and tenacity, skillfully navigating the treacherous corners and challenging the limits of the car's performance. The victory at Monaco solidified Nuvolari's status as one of the greatest drivers of his time, and the Alfa Romeo 8C 2300 "Monza" became an icon of racing excellence. This race and the success of Nuvolari in the Alfa Romeo 8C 2300 "Monza" not only demonstrated the car's exceptional engineering and performance but also highlighted the immense skill and bravery of the driver, making it a legendary moment in motorsport history.
The Alfa Romeo 8C 2300 "Monza" holds a special place in racing history as the car that triumphed in the 1932 Monaco Grand Prix, driven by the legendary Tazio Nuvolari. Nuvolari was a fearless and gifted Italian racing driver known for his exceptional skill and daring maneuvers on the track. The 1932 Monaco Grand Prix itself was an exceptional race that set it apart from others. Despite challenging weather conditions and a wet track, Nuvolari showcased his remarkable talent and tenacity, skillfully navigating the treacherous corners and challenging the limits of the car's performance. The victory at Monaco solidified Nuvolari's status as one of the greatest drivers of his time, and the Alfa Romeo 8C 2300 "Monza" became an icon of racing excellence. This race and the success of Nuvolari in the Alfa Romeo 8C 2300 "Monza" not only demonstrated the car's exceptional engineering and performance but also highlighted the immense skill and bravery of the driver, making it a legendary moment in motorsport history.
- Limited to 199 pieces
- 1:8 scale model, over 49 cms/19 inches long
- Based on the car as raced to victory by Tazio Nuvolari at the 1932 Monaco Grand Prix on the 17th of April 1932
- Each model hand-built and assembled by a small team of craftsmen
- Made using the finest quality materials
- Complete with removable engine cover
- Over 5000 hours to develop the model
- Over 500 hours to build each model
- Thousands of precisely engineered parts: castings, photo-etchings and CNC machined metal components
- Original CAD designs created after scanning chassis 2111043 in the ownership of Ralph Lauren
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