1/18 Mercedes-Benz W125 #2 Hermann Lang GP Donington CMC M-114
Description
This model is new and has never been exhibited before. It comes from the 'forgotten stock' of a toy retailer and has only now been rediscovered – along with other CMC models. This is a rare opportunity to acquire this special edition model, long sold out, in mint condition. Only a few pieces are available.
I check the model for damage before shipping, as it has been in its original packaging for over 10 years.
You will receive an invoice WITHOUT VAT shown, in accordance with §25a UStG.
Not suitable for children under 14 years. May contain small and sharp parts.
The Donington Grand Prix on October 2nd in England was the final race of the 1937 season and also marked the end of the 750-kilogram formula. Although the race at Donington Park did not count towards the European Grand Prix Championship, it was the first opportunity for the British public to see the Grand Prix series cars live.
The dominant brands Auto Union and Mercedes-Benz sent their stars and their best cars to the race, resulting in a thrilling duel between the successful manufacturers. A distinctive feature of the cars in this race was the leather hood straps, which the organizers mandated were fitted to prevent flying debris.
The race developed into a duel between the young Bernd Rosemeyer in his sixteen-cylinder Auto Union Type C and the Mercedes driver Manfred von Brauchitsch in his 570 hp W 125 with an eight-cylinder supercharged engine. Rosemeyer ultimately prevailed, relegating von Brauchitsch to second place; Rudolf Caracciola, whose 1937 European Championship title had already been secured, finished third. The two other Mercedes drivers, Hermann Lang and the local hero Richard Seaman, had no luck and retired early due to mechanical failure and a racing accident, respectively.
At Donington, the Mercedes-Benz W 125 once again proved that it was the best Grand Prix car of its era. Rudolf Caracciola's European Championship title in the 1937 season was a logical consequence of this fact.
Notice
This model is new and has never been exhibited before. It comes from the 'forgotten stock' of a toy retailer and has only now been rediscovered – along with other CMC models. This is a rare opportunity to acquire this special edition model, long sold out, in mint condition. Only a few pieces are available.
I check the model for damage before shipping, as it has been in its original packaging for over 10 years.
You will receive an invoice WITHOUT VAT shown, in accordance with §25a UStG.
Not suitable for children under 14 years. May contain small and sharp parts.
The Donington Grand Prix on October 2nd in England was the final race of the 1937 season and also marked the end of the 750-kilogram formula. Although the race at Donington Park did not count towards the European Grand Prix Championship, it was the first opportunity for the British public to see the Grand Prix series cars live.
The dominant brands Auto Union and Mercedes-Benz sent their stars and their best cars to the race, resulting in a thrilling duel between the successful manufacturers. A distinctive feature of the cars in this race was the leather hood straps, which the organizers mandated were fitted to prevent flying debris.
The race developed into a duel between the young Bernd Rosemeyer in his sixteen-cylinder Auto Union Type C and the Mercedes driver Manfred von Brauchitsch in his 570 hp W 125 with an eight-cylinder supercharged engine. Rosemeyer ultimately prevailed, relegating von Brauchitsch to second place; Rudolf Caracciola, whose 1937 European Championship title had already been secured, finished third. The two other Mercedes drivers, Hermann Lang and the local hero Richard Seaman, had no luck and retired early due to mechanical failure and a racing accident, respectively.
At Donington, the Mercedes-Benz W 125 once again proved that it was the best Grand Prix car of its era. Rudolf Caracciola's European Championship title in the 1937 season was a logical consequence of this fact.
