Scalextric C4457 - Holden XU-1 Torana Bathurst 1972 Winner Peter Brock #28

Brand new in box

RARE

This is an Australian Limited release model with an expected production run of 1,500 models.

DRIVER: Peter Brock
BODY: High detail with full length driver (right side)
LIGHTS: Working rear lights
MOTOR CONFIGURATION: Inline
GEAR RATIO: 9:27 Plastic
CHASSIS: Rear Mounted
DRIVE: Rear wheels
BUSHES: Nylon
MAGNET: Yes Rectangular 1.5 mm
GUIDE: Round Plate guide (+ two spare disks)
DIGITAL PLUG READY (DPR):Yes use C8515
SCALE: 1:32
ISSUED: January 2024

Please note the blue and white stripe across the windscreen top is wiped away above the drivers head. This is a feature of the car as that is how the car was raced at this event.

MORE ABOUT THIS MODEL:
Peter Brocks first Bathurst crown came in the 1972 Hardie-Ferodo 500. This was the last race to be held over the original distance of 500 miles and the last year drivers were able to race without the assistance of a co driver.
Race qualifying saw Allan Moffat in the number 1 Ford XY Falcon GT HO on pole position, with an incredible 2m35.8s, 3.1 seconds faster than 1971. Beside him was John Goss, who despite blowing a motor in practice, still managed to clock a best of 2m37.2s. Behind them were John French and Fred Gibson, driving the number two works car, closely followed by Peter Brock driving his Holden LJ XU-1 Torana.
Race day was pouring with rain and the start was an incredible sight, with a huge cloud of spray blanketing the field, which looked more like a power boat fleet than a pack of cars. Despite all of the problems encountered by his rivals, Peter Brock cruised to an astounding victory in his Holden Dealer Team LJ XU-1 Torana, by the huge margin of five laps. Brocks car ran without trouble all day.
This would ultimately prove to be the beginning of an unrivaled legacy on The Mountain for Peter Brock.

Supplied in a hinged crystal lid display case with white base.