The 1:43-scale Dodge (Chrysler) Viper GTS-R (GT2 Class Winner, Le Mans 1998) by Spark is now available for pre-order. Pre-order period closes Thursday, November 5, 2026. Manufacturer's estimated release date: February 2027.

The 1:43-scale Dodge (Chrysler) Viper GTS-R #53 by Spark Models commemorates a landmark achievement in American motorsport: the Viper's victory in the GT2 class at the 1998 24 Hours of Le Mans. Driven by Justin Bell, David Donohue, and Luca Drudi, the red, white, and blue #53 Viper GTS-R helped establish Chrysler's formidable sports car as a genuine international endurance-racing contender, defeating established rivals at the world's most demanding twice-round-the-clock race.

Produced by Spark Models, a specialist in highly detailed resin motorsport miniatures, this premium 1:43-scale collectible captures a defining moment in the history of American GT racing. With its authentic competition livery, carefully reproduced bodywork, and dedicated display case, it's an excellent addition to collections focused on the Dodge Viper, 1990s GT racing, American performance cars, and the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

Orders ship from our California facility within 1–2 business days of arrival from manufacturer, and every purchase is protected by our 30-day return policy.

Product Overview 

Product Type: Collectible scale model car
Vehicle: Dodge (Chrysler) Viper GTS-R (#53)
Drivers: Justin Bell, David Donohue, Luca Drudi
Race: 1998 24 Hours of Le Mans
Color: Red White and Blue Livery

Scale: 1:43
Approximate Length: ~4 inches (10 cm)
Material: Resin
Manufacturer: Spark
Item Number: S8671
Display: Clear acrylic display case
Condition: New in original manufacturer packaging
License: Officially licensed Chrysler product

Key Collectible Features

• • Authentic Viper GTS-R race-car styling: Reproduces the distinctive wide-body proportions, aggressive aerodynamic details, and red, white, and blue competition livery of Chrysler's history-making endurance racer.

  • Premium resin construction: Spark Models is known for producing detailed motorsport replicas, with crisp exterior features and finely rendered cockpit, trim and race wheels for the discerning 1:43-scale collector.

  • Clear acrylic display case included: Provides an attractive presentation while helping protect the model from dust.

Historical Significance: Viper Returns the USA to Victory at Le Mans

When Chrysler introduced the Dodge Viper, its enormous naturally aspirated V10 and unmistakably American character made it a performance icon. Transforming it into a competitive international endurance racer, however, required extensive development. Working with Team ORECA, Chrysler evolved the Viper GTS-R through improvements to its chassis, suspension, braking, aerodynamics, cooling, and reliability. The Viper made its competition debut in 1996, and ORECA's expertise in European GT racing helped translate its formidable power into the consistency and durability demanded by 24-hour competition.

At the 1998 24 Hours of Le Mans, the #53 Viper GTS-R, driven by Justin Bell, David Donohue, and Luca Drudi, captured the GT2 class victory, delivering a landmark result for Chrysler and ORECA. The win was the payoff for years of engineering refinement, rigorous race preparation, and accumulated competition experience. It proved that an American sports car could defeat established international rivals on endurance racing's most demanding stage, establishing the Viper GTS-R as a serious force in global GT competition.

The success continued in 1999, when the Viper secured another Le Mans class victory, while ORECA's broader racing program achieved further honors, including success in the FIA GT Championship. These accomplishments cemented the Viper GTS-R's reputation as one of the defining GT endurance racers of the late 1990s. This Spark Models 1:43-scale resin replica commemorates the #53 Le Mans winner and the remarkable partnership between American performance engineering and European endurance-racing expertise that made its success possible.

Frequently Asked Collector Questions

Does this model have opening parts?
No. This is a sealed resin model designed to prioritize accurate body proportions, clean exterior detailing, and faithful presentation.

Does it include a display case?
Yes, this model comes in a clear acrylic display case.

Is the model new?
Yes. It is brand new and unopened in Spark’s original packaging.

How quickly does it ship?
Orders ship from our California warehouse within 1–2 business days after arrival from manufacturer.

Who This Model Is Ideal For

• Dodge Viper model collectors building a collection of the road car and its most important competition variants.

• American motorsport enthusiasts who appreciate the Viper's rise from a high-performance road car to an international endurance-racing winner.

• Le Mans historians and endurance racing fans interested in the 1998 24 Hours of Le Mans and its GT class battles.

• 1:43-scale model car collectors seeking premium resin replicas with authentic racing liveries and historically significant identities.

• Spark Models collectors looking for a detailed miniature of a landmark Le Mans-winning car.

• Not intended for children under 14 years - not a toy

✅ Will ship from Model Citizen Diecast's California offices upon release
✅ Secure packaging for collectors
✅ 30-day return policy

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