{"product_id":"porsche-911-gt2-le-mans-1997-79-1-43-scale-model-car-by-spark","title":"Porsche 911 GT2 (Le Mans 1997 #79) - 1:43 Scale Model Car by Spark","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 1:43-scale Porsche 911 GT2 (Le Mans 1997, #79) by Spark is now available for pre-order. Pre-order period closes Thursday, November 5, 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 GT2 #79 Konrad Motorsport (1997 24 Hours of Le Mans)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e captures a privateer Porsche that took on one of endurance racing’s greatest challenges. Finished in its distinctive teal-and-white racing livery, this finely detailed resin miniature represents the #79 Porsche 911 GT2 entered by Konrad Motorsport at the 1997 running of the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans. Driven by Toni Seiler, Michel Ligonnet, and Larry Schumacher, the car retired during the 11th hour with engine failure, leaving its Le Mans story unfinished—but far from forgotten.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduced by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpark Models\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a respected specialist in premium motorsport scale replicas, this 1:43 model celebrates an important part of racing history: the independent teams and determined competitors who helped make endurance racing so compelling. At \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel Citizen Diecast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, we share Spark's commitment to documenting the broader story of motorsport. Our curated selection extends beyond overall winners and class podium finishers to include privateer entries, lesser-known competitors, and historically interesting race cars whose stories deserve a place in serious collections.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrders ship from our \u003cstrong\u003eCalifornia facility within 1–2 business days\u003c\/strong\u003e, and every purchase is protected by our \u003cstrong\u003e30-day return policy\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eProduct Overview \u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Collectible scale model car\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVehicle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Porsche 911 GT2 (Konrad \u003cspan\u003eMotorsport\u003c\/span\u003e)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrivers: Toni Seiler, Michel Ligonnet, Larry Schumacher\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRace: 1997 24 Hours of Le Mans\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue and White Livery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:43\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~4 inches (10 cm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Resin\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spark\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e S9913\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clear acrylic display case\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e New in original manufacturer packaging\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLicense:\u003c\/strong\u003e Officially licensed Porsche product\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eKey Collectible Features\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\" data-pm-slice=\"3 3 []\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccurate bodywork and precise proportions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A truly accurate 1:43-scale replica of the #79 Porsche 911 GT2 entered by Konrad Motorsport in the 24 Hours of Le Mans.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecognizable teal-and-white racing livery:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Spark Models reproduces the distinctive period appearance of this privateer Porsche GT racer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePremium resin construction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Detailed bodywork and carefully reproduced proportions deliver the presentation expected of a collector-grade 1:43 motorsport model.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClear acrylic display case:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Provides an attractive display and helps protect the model from dust.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorical Significance: The Konrad Motorsport Porsche at Le Mans\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePorsche 911 GT2 of the 993 generation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e represented an especially potent evolution of Porsche's air-cooled 911 platform. Developed from the 911 Turbo, the GT2 combined a twin-turbocharged flat-six engine with rear-wheel drive, weight-conscious engineering, widened bodywork, and a prominent rear wing. Its performance and adaptability made it a formidable platform for customer racing teams competing in international GT championships and endurance events. Privateer-operated Porsche 911 GT2s became particularly successful at Le Mans, winning the GT2 class in both 1996 and 1997 and establishing a lasting reputation in 1990s endurance racing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 1997 24 Hours of Le Mans brought together factory-backed efforts, established independent teams, and privateer entrants determined to take on the world's most demanding endurance race. Konrad Motorsport's teal-and-white \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e#79 Porsche 911 GT2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, driven by Toni Seiler, Michel Ligonnet, and Larry Schumacher, was among those competitors. Its race ended during the 11th hour because of engine failure, but that retirement remains part of the car's authentic competition history. Le Mans is remembered for its champions, yet the event's character also comes from the hundreds of teams and drivers who have accepted the challenge, often against formidable technical and financial odds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFrequently Asked Collector Questions\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this model have opening parts?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. \u003cspan\u003eThis is a sealed resin model designed to prioritize accurate body proportions, clean exterior detailing, and faithful presentation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it include a display case?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, this model comes in a clear acrylic display case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the model new?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. 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