{"product_id":"porsche-911-carrera-2-cup-1993-spa-24-hours-54-1-43-scale-model-car-by-spark","title":"Porsche 911 Carrera 2 Cup (1993 Spa 24 Hours, #54) - 1:43 Scale Model Car by Spark","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"269\" data-end=\"339\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 1:43-scale Porsche 911 Carrera 2 Cup (1993 Spa 24 Hours, #54) 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\u003eMarch 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\u003eSpark Models 1:43-scale Porsche 911 Carrera 2 Cup (#54, 1993 Spa 24 Hours)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e commemorates a distinctive privateer entry in one of Europe's most demanding endurance races. Entered by Belgian \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTeam Paduwa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this Porsche 964 represents the independent teams that brought production-based sports cars to the limit at Spa-Francorchamps during the early 1990s. Shared by Marc Piessens, Ivan Viaene and Tim Joosen, the #54 Porsche is an especially interesting subject for collectors who look beyond race winners and podium finishers to discover the wider stories of Porsche motorsport. The event itself took an extraordinary turn when the race was red-flagged after 15 hours following the death of King Baudouin of Belgium, bringing the 1993 Spa 24 Hours to an untimely conclusion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrafted in resin by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpark Models\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this finely detailed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1:43-scale Porsche 964 Carrera 2 Cup model car\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e reproduces the #54 Team Paduwa entry in its distinctive white finish with complementary blue and green graphics. Carefully rendered exterior details include the Porsche 911's characteristic bodywork, gold basketweave-style wheels, Dunlop-branded tires and prominent rear spoiler. The result is an authentic miniature of an early-1990s Porsche endurance racer, capturing the look and character of a period when privateer teams played an essential role in international GT and touring car competition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduced in a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elimited edition of just 300 pieces worldwide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this Spark resin Porsche 911 race car model is an appealing addition to collections focused on Porsche 964 competition cars, the Spa 24 Hours, Belgian motorsport and historically significant privateer entries. Replicas of lesser-known endurance racers are not always easy to find, making this release particularly rewarding for enthusiasts who value the stories behind the cars as much as their results. The model arrives in a clear acrylic display case, ready to showcase alongside other Porsche 911 racing miniatures.\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 Porsche 911 Carrera 2 Cup\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEvent:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1993 Spa 24 Hours\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrivers: Marc Piessens, Ivan Viaene, Tim Joosen\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e White\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1827\" data-end=\"2132\"\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 SB582\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 Porsche 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 Porsche 964 competition car:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Recreates the #54 Porsche 911 Carrera 2 Cup entered by Team Paduwa in the 1993 Spa 24 Hours.\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 proportions, body contours and recognizable styling of the air-cooled Porsche 911 (964).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeriod-specific Team Paduwa livery:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Features a white body with complementary blue and green racing graphics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFaithfully reproduced exterior details:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Includes gold basketweave-style wheels, Dunlop-branded tires and a prominent rear spoiler.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSealed display-model construction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Designed to prioritize exterior accuracy and presentation; 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Sharing the car were Marc Piessens, Ivan Viaene and Tim Joosen, whose entry formed part of the diverse field tackling the legendary Spa-Francorchamps circuit. The 1993 Spa 24 Hours, however, became memorable for reasons beyond the racing: after approximately 15 hours, the event was red-flagged following the death of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKing Baudouin of Belgium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, who died on July 31, 1993. The premature stoppage brought the race to an exceptional conclusion, leaving the event forever associated with a national tragedy rather than simply its sporting outcome. Spark's 1:43-scale resin replica preserves the appearance of Team Paduwa's #54 Porsche and offers collectors a tangible connection to this unusual chapter in the history of the Spa 24 Hours and Porsche endurance racing.\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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