Saico Citroen C4 WRC #12 Total Rallye Portugal 2009
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The Saico Citroën C4 WRC #12 is a scale model (diecast) of the rally car with which the French driver Sébastien Ogier and his co-driver Julien Ingrassia participated in the Rally of Portugal in 2009. At the time, they drove for the Citroën Junior Team and finished this specific World Cup rally in a meritorious seventh place.Background of the Rally CarThe Drivers: Car #12 was staffed by the up-and-coming talent Sébastien Ogier (who would later become multiple world champions). His team-mate Sébastien Loeb won the rally in the factory car with number #1.The Event: The 2009 Vodafone Rally de Portugal was the fourth round of the World Rally Championship (WRC) season.The Specifications: The Citroën C4 WRC was at the time one of the most dominant rally cars in the world, powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine and equipped with all-wheel drive.Features of the Saico Scale ModelBrand: Saico (known for affordable diecast model cars).Scale: Usually produced in the usual collector size 1:32 or 1:43.Livery: The model is equipped with the iconic red and white colors of the Citroën Junior Team, including official sponsor logos such as Pirelli and the start numbers #12 on the doors and roof
Saico Citroen C4 WRC #8 Red Bull Sweden 2010 K Raikkonen
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The Saico Citroën C4 WRC #8 Red Bull is a beloved scale model of the rally car with which Formula One world champion Kimi Räikkönen made his official debut in the World Rally Championship (WRC) during the Rally of Sweden in 2010.Key Features of the Scale ModelBrand: Saico (known for affordable die-cast metal collection models)Vehicle: Citroën C4 WRCRider: Kimi Räikkönen (with passenger Kaj Lindström)Team: Citroën Junior TeamStart number: #8Livery: Iconic, recognizable blue-and-yellow Red Bull sponsorship combined with the red accents of Total.Event: Rally Sweden 2010 (the opening round of the 2010 WRC season)Scale: Usually released in the popular collector size 1:43.Background of the Real CarIn 2010, Kimi Räikkönen took a break from Formula One to try his luck in the mud and snow of the WRC. The brutal Citroën C4 WRC was the dominant car in the championship (with which Sébastien Loeb won titles at the time). Although Räikkönen had to contend with the necessary crashes in the snow of Sweden and caught in a snowbank, this particular car marked the start of an iconic rally adventure
Saico Citroen Xsara #15 Rallye RACC 2006
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The Saico Citroen Xsara #15 is a diecast scale model (usually produced in the scale 1:32) that mimics the iconic rally car with which Spanish driver Dani Sordo and his navigator Marc Martí participated in the Rally RACC Catalunya - Costa Daurada in 2006. During this World Cup rally, the duo achieved an impressive second place behind their then teammate Sébastien Loeb.This particular miniature model is especially interesting for rally vehicle collectors and motorsport memorabilia.Key Features of the ModelBrand Manufacturer: Saico (known for affordable diecast metal models).Vehicle: Citroën Xsara WRC.Start number: #15.Event: Rallye RACC Catalunya (Spain) 2006.Drivers: Dani Sordo (Spain) & Marc Martí (Spain).Scale: Usually released in 1:32 by Saico (other brands such as IXO Models make this same vehicle in scale 1:43).Background information about the CarThe real Citroën Xsara WRC was equipped at the time with a powerful 2.0-liter four-cylinder turbocharged engine that produced about 310 hp, coupled with all-wheel drive. In the 2006 season, Sordo raced for the Kronos Total Citroën World Rally Team, where he experienced his big break in the king class of rally sport at the time
Saico Citroen Xsara WRC #1 Rallye Monte Carlo 2005 S Loeb
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The Saico Citroën Xsara WRC #1 is a detailed die-cast scale model at rally car scale 1:32 with which Sébastien Loeb and co-driver Daniel Elena won the Rally of Monte Carlo in 2005. This specific collectible has been released by the manufacturer Saico and reflects a historic moment from the World Rally Championship (WRC).Main specifications of the scale modelBrand: SaicoScale: 1:32Material: Die-cast metal with plastic partsStart number: #1Driver: Sébastien Loeb (France)Co-driver: Daniel Elena (Monaco)Livery: Official red 'Total' Citroën factory stickering of the 2005 season.Background of the real rally carWith the real Citroën Xsara WRC, Sébastien Loeb dominated the WRC in the early 2000s. During the Rallye Automobile de Monte-Carlo of 2005, he impressively took the victory, laying the groundwork for his second consecutive consecutive world title in a record season in which he won a whopping 10 rallies. The car was equipped with a 2.0-litre turbo engine, good for about 310 hp, coupled with all-wheel drive.
Saico Citroen Xsara WRC #16 Rallye de Cyprus 2002
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The Saico Citroën Xsara WRC #16 Rallye de Cyprus 2002 is a specific die-cast scale model (usually 1:32) produced by toy manufacturer Saico. The model is based on the iconic Citroën Xsara WRC rally car that competed in the World Rally Championship (WRC).Background of the ModelThe Manufacturer: Saico is known for its affordable die-cast metal collection models (often released in their Craftman Series) with French doors, rubber tires and a detailed interior including roll cage.The Car: The real Citroën Xsara WRC was powered by a 2.0-liter turbo engine with four cylinders that delivered more than 300 hp at the time. It was the car with which Sébastien Loeb later began his legendary dominance in the WRC.The Rally of Cyprus 2002 (Confusion & Facts)If you are specifically looking for the #16 version of the Cyprus Rally from 2002, it is good to pay attention to a number of historical WRC details:No Citroën #16 in Cyprus (2002): In the real WRC season of 2002, the Citroën factory team (including Sébastien Loeb with start number #21) a selective program. They did not officially participate in the extremely heavy Cyprus Rally of 2002.Fantasy or alternative livery: Manufacturers of scale models such as Saico regularly released models with generic racing numbers (such as #16) at the time or adapted an existing design for various legendary rally names on the box, purely for the toy and collection market.Other editions: Saico has specifically produced the Citroën Xsara WRC for the Rallye Cyprus 2005 (controlled by Manfred Stohl). They also frequently released the red introduction version from the 2002 season (with number #21 of Loeb from the Monte Carlo or Germany rally)
Saico Ford Escort MK I RS2000 #30 Rallye Portugal 1977
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Saico Ford Escort MK I RS2000 #30 Michelin Rallye Portugal 1977The Saico Ford Escort Mk I RS2000 #30 Rallye Portugal 1977 is a detailed scale model at scale 1:32 that mimics an iconic piece of Portuguese rally history. The model represents the car that was driven by the legendary Italian-Portuguese rider Giovanni Salvi and co-driver Pedro de Almeida during the Rally of Portugal in 1977. Main details of the vehicle & scale model Drivers: Giovanni Salvi (driver) & Pedro de Almeida (navigator). Team / Main sponsor: Sponsored by the well-known clothing brand Rica Lewis. Performance: Salvi managed to achieve the 1st place in Group 1 with this car during the 1977 edition. Manufacturer model: Saico (produced as cast die-cast model, scale 1:32). Features model: The car stands out for its distinctive wide wheel arches of the RS2000 Mk I, yellow headlights and authentic periodic sponsor stickers. About the real carAlthough Ford's factory escorts had already switched to the newer Mk II platform (such as the RS1800 from Björn Waldegård) in 1977, the reliable Mk I RS2000 with its 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine remained a very popular and competitive weapon in the hands of private teams and local specialists in the heavier Group 1 and Group 2 classes
Saico Ford Focus RS WRC06 #10 Rallye Norway 2007 H Solberg
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The Saico Ford Focus RS WRC06 #10 Rallye Norway 2007 H. Solberg is a popular 1:32 scale diecast model car. It replicates the exact vehicle driven by Norwegian rally driver Henning Solberg and co-driver Cato Menkerud during the 2007 Rally Norway. [1, 2, 3, 4]Model SpecificationsBrand: SaicoModel Number / MPN: 33613Scale: 1:32Material: Diecast metal with plastic componentsSeries: Saico Motorsport Series [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]The Real-World InspirationThe miniature is based on a historic milestone in World Rally Championship (WRC) history:The Car: A Ford Focus RS WRC 06 prepared by M-Sport, featuring a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine and 4WD.The Event: The 2007 Rally Norway, which was the first time Norway hosted a WRC event. It was contested on snow and ice.The Achievement: Henning Solberg secured a fantastic 3rd place podium finish on his home turf, driving car #10 for the Stobart M-Sport Ford Rally Team.
Saico Ford Focus WRC # Rallye Monte Carlo 2006
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The Saico Ford Focus WRC Rallye Monte Carlo 2006 is a popular die-cast scale model that mimics the legendary rally car from the 2006 Monte Carlo Rally season. The real car was driven by Finnish rally legend Marcus Grönholm (along with navigator Timo Rautiainen), who won the opening round of that championship. This specific collectible is particularly known in the following versions:Key features of the model Scale: Mainly released in the scale 1:32 (often with a pull-back motor shaft), but there are also 1:43 variants within the rally collections. Driver: Car #3, driven by Marcus Grönholm. Material: Made of cast metal (die-cast) with plastic parts. Details: Equipped with the official BP Ford World Rally Team stickering (Castrol and BP sponsorship) from the 2006 World Rally Championship season
Saico Mitsubishi Lancer WRC #9 Rallye de Monte Carlo 2005
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The Saico Mitsubishi Lancer WRC # Monte Carlo 2005 is a popular die-cast scale model that mimics Mitsubishi Motors' official factory rally car from the 2005 World Rally Championship (WRC). This specific collectible is released in a scale of 1:32 and is based on the car with starting number 9, which was driven by the Finnish rally driver Harri Rovanperä during the Rally of Monte Carlo in 2005.Features of the modelManufacturer: Made by the well-known brand Saico.Scale: Precise ratio of 1:32.Material: Made of sturdy die-cast metal with plastic parts.Livery: Featured in the iconic red and silver Ralliart colours, including sponsor logos from the Rallye Monte-Carlo from the 2005 WRC season.Details: Equipped with the distinctive aerodynamic rear wing and French doors.Presentation: Comes on a black plastic display foot with the model name, protected by a transparent display box.Background of the real carIn the 2005 WRC season, Mitsubishi deployed the radically renewed Lancer WRC05. Harri Rovanperä and his navigator Risto Pietiläinen managed to achieve a stable 7th place overall with this car with start number 9 in the opening round in Monte Carlo. It turned out to be the prelude to a successful year in which the team managed to conquer several podiums.
Saico Motorama Peugeot 206 WRC #46 Michelin Rallye de Great Britain 2002
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The Saico Motorama Peugeot 206 WRC #46 Michelin is a well-known die-cast scale model (usually produced in scale 1:32) that impersonated an iconic moment in motorsport history. The model proposes the car in which MotoGP legend Valentino Rossi made his first official debut in the World Rally Championship (WRC) during the Rally of Great Britain in 2002. Important details of the car and the model Driver: Valentino Rossi ("The Doctor") Co-pilot: Carlo Cassina Start number: #46 (Rossi's legendary personal number) Event: Network Q Rally of Great Britain 2002 Main sponsor/Tires: Michelin (hence the well-known green-white Michelin Network sticker) Scale model Manufacturer: Saico (often released under the serial name "Motorama") Historical backgroundIn November 2002, the then brand new MotoGP world champion Valentino Rossi temporarily switched from two to four wheels. He hired a competitive Peugeot 206 WRC (the type of car that dominated the WRC at the time and won the constructors' title) to participate in the muddy and treacherous British rally. The adventure was short-lived. Early in the rally, during the very first stage on the opening day (stage 2, "Resolven"), Rossi slid through the heavy mud of the road and ended up in a ditch. Although the car had hardly any damage, it was stuck and had to give up the Italian. Despite this, this particular car with starting number 46 has become a cult object among collectors of both rally and motorsport merchandise due to the popularity of Rossi. Collective valueThe model of Saico Motorama in scale 1:32 is known as an affordable, but nice detailed die-cast model with French doors. Because the model has been out of production for a long time, it can still be found mainly through platforms such as eBay
Saico Peugeot 307 WRC #20 Yacco Rallye de France 2006
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The Saico Peugeot 307 WRC #20 Rallye de France 2006 is a well-known diecast scale model (usually produced in scale 1:32) that is based on the real rally car that was driven by the French driver Nicolas Vouilloz.Key Features of the ModelBrand: Saico (known for affordable diecast motorsport models).Scale: Mainly released in 1:32 (length of about 13 centimeters).Vehicle: Peugeot 307 WRC (based on the 307 CC bodywork).Start number: #20.Rally: Rallye de France - Tour de Corse 2006.Team / Sponsor: Characterized by the striking silver-yellow Yacco sponsorship.Functionality: Often equipped with French doors and rubber tires.Background of the Real CarIn the 2006 WRC season, Peugeot's official factory team had already quit, but the impressive 307 WRC was still deployed by strong satellite teams and private drivers. Nicolas Vouilloz, a legend in mountain biking that made the switch to motorsport very successfully, drove this car with start number 20 during the French World Cup round on the island of Corsica
Saico Renault Clio Super 1600 #2 Rallye D'Antibes 2004
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The Saico Renault Clio Super 1600 #2 is a die-cast model car on a 1:32 scale that mimics the rally car with which Simon Jean-Joseph and co-driver Jack Boyère won the 2004 Rallye International d'Antibes.Important Car and Model DataVehicle: Renault Clio II Super 1600 (S1600)Start number: #2Rally: Rallye International d'Antibes - Rallye d'Azur 2004Crew: Simon Jean-Joseph (driver) & Jack Boyère (navigator)Performance: 1st place in the general classificationSponsors/Livery: Striking yellow-blue polish with sponsorship of "GO!!!!!!!!!!!" and "Visit Martinique"Specifications of the Saico ModelManufacturer: SaicoReference number: 33502Scale: 1:32Material: Zamak (cast metal) with plastic partsThe victory in Antibes helped Simon Jean-Joseph on the way to winning the FIA European Rally Championship (ERC) title in 2004. In addition to Saico, this iconic car has also been released by other model car manufacturers such as IXO Models and Altaya on a scale of 1:43
Saico Renault Clio Super 1600 #7 Rallye du Rouergue 2005
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The Saico Renault Clio Super 1600 #7 2005 is a diecast scale model (usually produced in scale 1:32) from the well-known toy and model car manufacturer Saico. The model is based on the real Renault Clio II S1600 rally car that participated in several rally encampments in the 2005 season.Important details of the modelReal Driver: The model is based on the car of the French rally driver Cédric Robert and his co-driver Gérald Bedon.Start number: The car is equipped with start number #7.Rally: The specific model replicates the livery of the French rallies from 2005, such as the Rallye Lyon-Charbonnières or the Rallye du Rouergue.Scale: Mainly released in scale 1:32, made of metal with plastic parts (diecast).Product code: Saico used the reference code 33502 for this specific Robert version
Schuco Fiat Punto Super 1600 #3 Rallye Villa de Llanes 2002
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The Schuco Fiat Punto Super 1600 #3 S. &D. Vallejo 2002 is a specific miniature or slotcar model from the Schuco Junior Line series (reference number SCH 331 0066). This scale model is released in the scale 1:32 and is based on the real rally car with which the Spanish brothers Sergio Vallejo and Diego Vallejo participated in rallies in 2002.Key Features of the ModelBrand/Manufacturer: Schuco (Junior Line series).Scale: 1:32 (often loved because this bodywork can also be made suitable for racetracks / slotcar racing).Riders: Driven by the brothers Sergio Vallejo (pilot) and Diego Vallejo (co-pilot).Start number: #3.Historical Context: Inspired by the official Fiat Punto S1600 participations in the 2002 Spanish Rally Championship (including the famous Rallye Villa de Llanes).Alternative Executions of this VehicleIf you are specifically looking for this vehicle for a collection or racetrack, then exactly this same vehicle (Punto #3 Vallejo 2002) is also produced by other well-known brands:Ninco (Slot Car / Slotcar - Scale 1:32): This is a very well-known and functional racetrack car under reference number N-50289.Altaya / IXO / Edicola (Static Die-cast Model - Scale 1:43)
Schuco Peugeot 206 WRC #31 Rallye San Remo 2001
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The Schuco Peugeot 206 WRC #31 (2001) is a popular diecast scale model based on Peugeot Sport's iconic factory rally car. The real car dominated the World Rally Championship (WRC) in the early 2000s by winning three consecutive constructors' titles.Key Features of the ModelManufacturer: Schuco (known for its detailed metal miniature vehicles).Vehicle: Peugeot 206 WRC.Start number: #31.Rally season: 2001 (often performed in the blue livery of the Rallye Sanremo).Scale: Usually released in the compact scale 1:72 (part of Schuco's Edition 1:72 or the junior series).Technical details of the real rally carThe real Peugeot 206 WRC was a compact, but brutal rally machine:Engine: 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo engine.Power: Approximately 300 hp.Drive: Advanced all-wheel drive with a sequential six-speed transmission.Alternatives to CollectorsIf you are specifically looking for the car with start number #31 from 2001, larger scale models from other manufacturers have also been produced:Solido: Released a larger, highly detailed version in scale 1:18.Saico: Produced this particular car in scale 1:32.