No.5 Skill 3 BMW M1 Procar Niki Lauda 1-24 Scale Model Kit

No.5 Skill 3 BMW M1 Procar Niki Lauda 1-24 Scale Model Kit

The BMW M1 was produced by the noted Bavarian car manufacturer between 1978 and 1981. Characterized by a sporty design, it had many typical racing cars features such as a longitudinal mid-engine, a light tubular steel frame and an all wheels independent suspension. Developed and built to participate in Group 5 competitions, it achieved a couple of victories. BMW then decided to create a mono-brand championship called "BMW M1 ProCar". The cars that participated in the championship were equipped with a powerful 470 HP engine and were driven by many famous names from the world of Formula 1 such as Piquet, De Angelis, Pironi and Lauda. The Procar championship was very popular and during this period had a great deal of media exposure. The championship itself ran for two years and In 1979 was won by Niki Lauda and in the following season by Nelson Piquet.

• Real rubber tires
• Colorful decal artwork
• Color instructions sheet
• Officially licensed product
• Paint and cement required (not included)
• Includes decals for 1979 Procar Championship
• Dimensions approximately 7.25" L assembled
• Parts molded in COLOR, unless otherwise indicated

• Scale: 1-24 Scale
• Weight: 3 lbs