Miniature Masterpieces: The Perfect Marriage of Art and Science These exact replicas, with their fully plumbed and wired engines, working suspension and steering systems, flawless body contours and computer-matched colors, represent the finest quality auto racing collectibles available. If you don't already own one, you'll want to get a magnifying glass. That way you'll be able to truly appreciate the artistry that goes into each and every one of these exquisite hand-crafted models. So get close. Even closer . Let your mind wander; and maybe you'll start to see things. Like the heat waves coming off the engine. The bits of tarmac stuck to the racing slicks. Almost like you were there; taking a victory lap down memory lane. Approximately 9-1/2 inches long.

The 911, 'the most classic of the sports car of Zuffenhausen has noble blood and a past.' Automobilia. That description is what Porsche's 911 is all about. In the 911's 37 years, Porsche has built just over 200,000 units in an industry where the major players turn out at least two million cars every year. This history begins with 1963-1972, the First Generation 911, heir to the 356, and finishes with driving impressions of the 996. English, Italian and French text. Hdbd., 10 x 11 1/4, 104 pgs., 44 b&w and 44 color ill.

In 1970, Porsche AG formed the Porsche Cup. Driving for the Kremer Vaillant Team, Bob Wollek of France scored points in all levels of competition. With characteristic consistency he finished the 1976 season with the most points and the cup trophy. This collectors quality model is designed in 1:18 scale. It is over 9.5 inches long with a die-cast metal body and chassis, and a superb 11 step paint finish. It is hand assembled from over 350 scaled precision parts including rubber like Dunlop racing tires with a genuine tread pattern. Special features include full opening parts to showcase an unprecedented level of furious detail: fully wired and plumbed Flat-Six Turbo Boxer engine, water and oil cooling radiators in photo-etch, fully detailed cockpit, water pipes, hydraulic hoses, and electrical wires. Functioning features include: true-to-the-original suspension system with genuine coil springs and dampers, rotating disc brakes within fixed calipers, and lovely removable BBS wheels. This Racing Legends replica is more than just a model, it's an intricate reproduction of the real thing!

To protect sensitive electronic connections in Porsche racing cars from heat and mechanical strain during grueling endurance competitions like the 24-hour race at LeMans, they use sheaths of highly flexible TecFlex braided stainless steel. The TecFlex barrels on these high-performance writing instruments, designed by F. A. Porsche, respond to the pressure of your hand to provide a remarkably comfortable grip. Choose the Ballpoint with jumbo black-ink refill, Rollerball, or Fountain Pen. Made in Germany.