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Lotus 79 1979 Italy GP Car #1 Driver Mario Andretti Limited Edition in 1:18 scale


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This is the Lotus 79 1979 Italy GP Car #1 Driver Mario Andretti Limited Edition in 1:18 scale by Technomodel.

The Lotus 79's performance at the 1979 Italian Grand Prix, driven by the legendary Mario Andretti, is a defining moment in Formula One history. Mario Andretti, an American racing icon and Formula One World Champion, showcased his extraordinary talent at the wheel of the Lotus 79. The 1979 Italian Grand Prix held at Monza is particularly notable for Andretti's dominance, as he secured pole position and went on to win the race. The Lotus 79, designed by Colin Chapman and renowned for its innovative ground-effect aerodynamics, played a pivotal role in Andretti's success. The victory at Monza marked Andretti's last Formula One win, making it a poignant moment in his illustrious career and underscoring the significance of the Lotus 79 as a groundbreaking and competitive race car.

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.