Mercedes AMG GT GT3 1st VLN 2016 #16 by Spark
We’re slightly confused as to what this is supposed to have won as the initial listing said VLN 2015 and the packaging says 2016, but the #16 HTP Mercedes didn’t win races in either season as far as we can see. The basic decoration is near identical to the car’s race debut last year, but for changes in driver line-up, and this race was stated from pole position. The satin gunmetal paint finish is very good, the decals are clearly printed and neatly placed and the rear wing is particularly fine.
| Description: | Mercedes AMG GT GT3 1st VLN 2016 #16 |
| Catalogue#: | SPKSG227 |
| Product Type: | Resincast |
| Scale: | 1:43 |
| Event: | GT & Sports Car Racing |
| Colour: | - |
| Drivers: | Schneider B, Jaeger T, Seyffarth J |
| Sponsors: | #16, AMG |
| Dates: | 2016 |
| Race/Position: | 1st |
| Release Date: | October 2018 |
| Weight: | 325 grams |
| Comments: | VLN. Limited to 500 pieces. |
About Spark
The range which changed the 1:43 model market and for which we coined the term 'resincast'. Resin rather than traditional diecast bodies mean that relatively short production runs can be made and what might be marginal subjects become viable. Quality is very consistent with plenty of fine etch used where necessary. A huge range is the result, covering all aspects of (mostly postwar) motorsport and a wide variety of road cars. We typically see around 30 new subjects released per month and pre-orders are strongly recommended. Made in China & Madagascar.