Scalextric Lotus 79 - USA GP West 1979 - Mario Andretti

One of the most ground breaking F1 cars of all time, the ground effect Lotus 79 had proved to be the class of the field in 1978. However, by 1979 it had been outclassed and it was a much more difficult season. The iconic black and gold JPS livery was also, gone replaced instead by the green livery with Martini stripes and additional sponsorship from Tissot watches. The USA West GP saw Mario Andretti score a fourth placed finish, just behind the two dominant Ferraris and the Williams of Alan Jones.

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1x Lotus 79

Experience Formula 1 history with the Lotus 79 in its striking green Martini livery, as driven by racer Mario Andretti at the 1979 USA Grand Prix West. This high-detail 1:32 scale model captures every curve of the revolutionary ground effect auto that, while past its dominant prime, still secured Andretti a respectable fourth-place finish behind the Ferraris and Williams of Alan Jones on track.

From its distinctive green bodywork adorned with Martini stripes to the Tissot watch sponsorship details, this precision-engineered model car delivers collector appeal in abundance. The model faithfully recreates one of F1's most groundbreaking designs with an authentic layout, letting enthusiasts own a piece of motorsport innovation that forever changed the aerodynamic landscape of Grand Prix racing.

Key Features

• Authentic 1979 USA GP West livery
• High-detail specification
• Magnatraction for improved track handling
• Digital upgradeable via C7005 plug
• Includes spare guide blades for easy maintenance and track compatibility

Key Specifications

• Colour: Green

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