{"product_id":"alfa-romeo-gtv6-1983-spa-24-hours-44-1-43-scale-model-car-by-spark","title":"Alfa Romeo GTV6 (1983 Spa 24 Hours, #44) - 1:43 Scale Model Car by Spark","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"269\" data-end=\"339\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 1:43-scale Alfa Romeo GTV6 (1983 Spa 24 Hours, #44) by Spark is now available for pre-order. Pre-order period closes Monday, November 9, 2026. Manufacturer's \u003cstrong\u003eestimated\u003c\/strong\u003e release date: \u003cstrong\u003eJanuary 2027\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1:43-scale Alfa Romeo GTV6 #44 from the 1983 Spa 24 Hours by Spark Models\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e captures a distinctive entry from the golden era of European touring car racing. Fielded by the Belgian affiliate of legendary Italian racing team Jolly Club, this yellow Alfa Romeo wore an eye-catching French-language “Pepsi Challenge” livery as it took on the leading BMWs, Rovers, and Fords in one of endurance racing’s most demanding events. Although the car ultimately retired from the race, its colorful appearance and place in the fiercely competitive touring car scene of the early 1980s make it a compelling subject for collectors who appreciate motorsport history beyond the podium finishers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elimited-edition 1:43 resin model of the 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV6 #44\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e faithfully reproduces the elegant proportions of Alfa Romeo’s classic Alfetta-based coupé, complemented by period-correct racing details. Spark Models captures the distinctive yellow bodywork, intricate “Pepsi Challenge” sponsorship graphics, five-spoke wheels, and Pirelli P7-branded tires in a finely finished presentation. Produced in a limited run of just 300 pieces and supplied with an acrylic display case, this collectible Alfa Romeo race car is an appealing addition to collections of historic touring cars, Spa 24 Hours competitors, and classic Italian motorsport.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1477\" data-start=\"1342\"\u003ePre-orders ship from our \u003cstrong data-end=\"1411\" data-start=\"1363\"\u003eCalifornia facility within 1–2 business days from arrival from the manufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003e, and every purchase is protected by our \u003cstrong data-end=\"1476\" data-start=\"1452\"\u003e30-day return policy\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1myz758\" data-start=\"1484\" data-end=\"1532\"\u003eProduct Overview \u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1534\" data-end=\"1825\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1534\" data-end=\"1551\"\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Collectible scale model car\u003cbr data-start=\"1584\" data-end=\"1587\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1587\" data-end=\"1599\"\u003eVehicle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alfa Romeo GTV6\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEvent:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1983 Spa 24 Hours\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrivers: \u003cspan\u003eAndré Lierneux, Raijmond van Hove, Francis Polak\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eColor: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eYellow\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1827\" data-end=\"1837\"\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:43\u003cbr data-start=\"1842\" data-end=\"1845\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1845\" data-end=\"1868\"\u003eApproximate Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~4 inches (10 cm)\u003cbr data-start=\"1886\" data-end=\"1889\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1889\" data-end=\"1902\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Resin\u003cbr data-start=\"1922\" data-end=\"1925\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1925\" data-end=\"1942\"\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spark\u003cbr data-start=\"1955\" data-end=\"1958\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1958\" data-end=\"1974\"\u003eItem Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e SB548\u003cbr data-start=\"1980\" data-end=\"1983\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1983\" data-end=\"1995\"\u003eDisplay:\u003c\/strong\u003e Acrylic display case\u003cbr data-start=\"2025\" data-end=\"2028\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2028\" data-end=\"2042\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e New in original manufacturer packaging\u003cbr data-start=\"2081\" data-end=\"2084\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2084\" data-end=\"2096\"\u003eLicense:\u003c\/strong\u003e Officially licensed Alfa Romeo product\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLimited Edition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 300 units produced\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-end=\"2165\" data-start=\"2139\" data-section-id=\"q9tykq\"\u003eKey Collectible Features\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2561\" data-start=\"2167\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthentic Alfa Romeo GTV6 bodywork:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Recreates the graceful-yet-aggressive lines of Alfa's classic GT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetailed resin construction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Captures the distinctive proportions, body contours and clean panel definition of the Alfa Romeo GTV6.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeriod-correct racing livery:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Reproduces the memorable yellow finish and \"Pepsi Challenge\" script of the Jolly Club Belgium Alfa Romeo.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFaithfully rendered exterior details:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Features detailed five-spoke wheels and realistic Pirelli P7-branded, rubber tires.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarefully finished cockpit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Adds visual authenticity to this sealed display model.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcrylic display case included:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Offers an attractive, ready-to-display presentation while helping protect the model from dust.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLimited production of 300 pieces:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A distinctive addition to a collection of Alfa Romeo racing models, historic touring car racers or 1:43-scale resin collectibles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"nhpqya\" data-start=\"2568\" data-end=\"2634\"\u003eHistorical Background: Jolly Club and the Alfa Romeo GTV6\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFounded in Milan in 1957, Jolly Club became one of Europe's most accomplished independent motorsport teams, earning particular distinction in international rallying while also competing in circuit racing. During the 1980s, the team and its affiliated entries became familiar competitors in the European Touring Car Championship and major endurance races. At the 1983 Spa 24 Hours, the Belgian-associated Alfa Romeo GTV6 #44 brought a distinctive French-language “Pepsi Challenge” livery to the demanding Belgian endurance classic, lining up against formidable touring cars from BMW, Rover, and Ford.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough the #44 Alfa Romeo ultimately recorded a DNF, its significance as a collectible extends beyond the final classification. The GTV6 represents an era when production-based coupés combined distinctive road-car character with serious international racing credentials, while independent and affiliated teams added variety and personality to the grid. The car’s bright yellow finish and period sponsorship graphics make it a memorable representative of early-1980s touring car competition—and a particularly interesting subject for collectors who value the stories behind the results, not just the race winners.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"186lunz\" data-start=\"3370\" data-end=\"3408\"\u003eFrequently Asked Collector Questions\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3410\" data-end=\"3540\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3410\" data-end=\"3449\"\u003eDoes this model have opening parts?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3449\" data-end=\"3452\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a sealed resin display model with no opening parts, designed to prioritize exterior accuracy and fine detail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3542\" data-end=\"3645\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3542\" data-end=\"3577\"\u003eDoes it include a display case?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3577\" data-end=\"3580\"\u003eYes. 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