In this blog I am depicting my collection of 1/43 Chaparrals, which probably is one of the most complete in the world and it is a small sample of the 1000+ of my 1/43 car models collection. Jim Hall's Chaparral distinctive race and innovative cars experienced strong success in both American and European racing circuits. Chaparral was the first to introduce purpose designed aerodynamic surfaces that later were adopted by others; such as F1 teams.
Saturday, October 12, 2013
Thursday, August 15, 2013
Maserati Tipo 61 Birdcage
Maserati Tipo 61 Birdcage made by Minichamps P/N: 400 601266 Limited Edition 1 of 1632 built.
Although this is not a Chaparral it was raced by Jim Hall before the Chaparral 1 was available - This car was used by Jim Hall in 1960 and served as an inspiration for the creation of the Chaparral 1 in 1961. A closer look shows the similarities of the overal design of the Chaparral 1.
•1960Although this is not a Chaparral it was raced by Jim Hall before the Chaparral 1 was available - This car was used by Jim Hall in 1960 and served as an inspiration for the creation of the Chaparral 1 in 1961. A closer look shows the similarities of the overal design of the Chaparral 1.
•s/n: 2463
•Design by Giulio Alfieri
•1960 Nassau with Jim Hall 7th OA
•4cyl dohc 2890cc dohc 250hp at 6800rpm 2-Weber 45 DCO/A3 carbs CR=9.8:1 5 speed gearbox 285km/h 600kg 22 built
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