{"product_id":"mclaren-f1-gtr-2nd-place-le-mans-1997-1-18-scale-model-car-by-spark","title":"McLaren F1 GTR (2nd Place, Le Mans 1997) - 1:18 Scale Model Car by Spark","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"269\" data-end=\"339\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 1:18-scale McLaren F1 GTR (2nd Place, Le Mans 1997) by Spark is now available for pre-order. Pre-order period closes Friday, November 27, 2026. Manufacturer's \u003cstrong\u003eestimated\u003c\/strong\u003e release date: \u003cstrong\u003eMay 2027\u003c\/strong\u003e. Secure your pre-order with only a 10% deposit due upfront (balance collected upon model release). Deposits are fully refundable, and you may cancel your pre-order at any time with no penalty.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpark Models 1:18-scale McLaren F1 GTR (#41), 2nd Place – 1997 24 Hours of Le Mans\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, commemorates one of the most memorable entries of the race's LM-GT1 era. Entered by GTC\/Gulf Davidoff Racing and driven by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePierre-Henri Raphanel, Jean-Marc Gounon and Anders Olofsson\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the #41 McLaren F1 GTR finished second overall at the 1997 24 Hours of Le Mans, demonstrating the remarkable staying power of McLaren's road car-derived supercar against a new generation of purpose-built endurance racers from Mercedes-Benz, Porsche and Nissan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1:18-scale resin model of the 1997 McLaren F1 GTR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e faithfully captures the sharp-edged proportions and distinctive aerodynamic profile of McLaren's celebrated endurance racer. Spark reproduces the car's iconic Gulf Racing blue, orange and black livery, complete with crisp sponsorship decals and team graphics, authentic aerodynamic components and a finely detailed cockpit. Supplied with a clear acrylic display case, this meticulously finished collectible is an excellent addition to collections of McLaren road and racing cars, historic Le Mans winners and contenders, and significant LM-GT1 endurance racers.\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 McLaren F1 GTR\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEvent:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1997 24 Hours of Le Mans\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrivers: \u003cspan\u003ePierre-Henri Raphanel, Jean-Marc Gounon, Anders Olofsson\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eColor: Blue\/Orange\/Black \"Gulf\" livery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1827\" data-end=\"1837\"\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:18\u003cbr data-start=\"1842\" data-end=\"1845\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1845\" data-end=\"1868\"\u003eApproximate Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~10 inches (25 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\" 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data-start=\"2167\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistoric 1997 McLaren F1 GTR (#41):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Recreates the GTC\/Gulf Davidoff Racing entry that secured second place overall at the 1997 24 Hours of Le Mans, one of the defining results of the F1 GTR's endurance racing career.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthentic 1:18-scale resin construction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Faithfully captures the distinctive proportions, wide bodywork and aerodynamic details of McLaren's legendary LM-GT1 sports car.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIconic Gulf Racing livery:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Features the instantly recognizable blue, orange and black competition finish, complemented by crisp sponsorship decals and accurately reproduced team graphics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetailed racing cockpit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Reproduces the interior of the McLaren F1 GTR with carefully rendered cockpit details.\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 Provides an attractive presentation while helping protect the model from dust.\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: The McLaren F1 GTR Extends Its Le Mans Legacy\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe road 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A new generation of specialized LM-GT1 competitors from Mercedes-Benz, Porsche and Nissan had raised the performance benchmark considerably. For the 1997 race, McLaren responded with an extensively revised F1 GTR featuring longer, wider bodywork, revised aerodynamics and a substantially reduced curb weight, seeking to remain competitive against its increasingly sophisticated rivals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the end, the McLaren's greatest advantage proved to be its remarkable endurance and reliability. While many of the newer competitors retired mechanical failures, the F1 GTR delivered an extraordinary result, securing both second and third places overall behind the winning Porsche prototype. Second place went to the #41 GTC\/Gulf Davidoff Racing McLaren, driven by Pierre-Henri Raphanel, Jean-Marc Gounon and Anders Olofsson. Finished in the unmistakable Gulf Racing blue and orange colors, the car became one of the most recognizable entries of the 1997 race and a memorable demonstration that the McLaren F1 GTR still had the speed and durability to challenge the newest generation of endurance racers.\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\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThis is a sealed resin display model without opening parts, designed to prioritize accurate proportions, exterior detailing, and presentation.\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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