FSW Weekly Edition #15/2026

Mass Masters The Nürburgring

FC Models’ March 772P BMW F2 1st Nürburgring 1977 #2 Mass revisits one of the most evocative circuit driver combinations in Formula 2 history. The Nürburgring Nordschleife, still in its full 14 mile configuration at the time, demanded precision, commitment and an almost instinctive familiarity with its endlessly unfolding sequence of corners. Jochen Mass, a driver deeply attuned to the circuit’s rhythm, combined speed with the mechanical sympathy required to preserve a Formula 2 car over such a punishing distance. The March 772P itself stood among the benchmark chassis of the period, its BMW four cylinder powerplant paired with a well balanced and predictable platform that rewarded confident, flowing driving. Mass’s victory here carried weight beyond the category, reinforcing both driver and machine as reference points within late 1970s junior single seater competition.

FC Models’ 1:20 resin and metal kit captures this moment with impressive fidelity. The proportions of the slim monocoque, the exposed suspension geometry and the characteristic BMW livery detailing are all rendered with clarity, while the scale allows the underlying structure of the car to be fully appreciated during assembly. It is a subject that rewards careful building as much as it does display, offering a tangible connection to one of Formula 2’s defining eras. The 772P is joined by the March 76B driven by James Hunt, another FC Models 1:20 scale kit that reflects the depth and competitiveness of mid 1970s Formula 2, a period where junior categories regularly featured future Grand Prix winners. Together, these releases highlight the appeal of limited production, hand built kits where historical significance and subject choice are as important as finish.

Tecnomodel’s latest 1:18 Formula 1 delivery adds further depth with the Alfa Romeo 179 of Giacomelli representing the early turbo era, Ferrari 312B3s of Merzario and Ickx from the 1973 season, and the March 881 of Gugelmin capturing the cleaner aerodynamic direction of the late 1980s. Mini GT also contributes a true Formula 1 icon with the McLaren MP4/4, presented as Senna’s 1988 Canadian Grand Prix winner in 1:64 scale, while Spark expands the modern single seater category with 2025 Formula 1 entries from Haas and Racing Bulls alongside 2026 Formula E Gen3 Evo cars from Citroën Racing and DS Penske, bringing together both hybrid and fully electric eras of top level single seater racing.

March 772P BMW F2 1st Nürburgring 1977 #2 Mass - FCM20010

Mercedes AMG GT3 Super GT300 2025 #65 R’D Leon Racing - SPK43SGT2025C3

Leon Racing At The Front Of Super GT300

Spark’s Mercedes AMG GT3 Super GT300 2025 #65 R’D Leon Racing captures one of the most visually distinctive entries from Japan’s highly competitive GT300 category. Long regarded as both a proving ground for GT3 machinery and a showcase for some of motorsport’s most creative liveries, Super GT300 blends technical precision with strong visual identity, and the R’D Leon Racing Mercedes AMG GT3 sits squarely within that tradition. The car’s aggressive proportions, defined by its wide stance, deep front aero and high rear wing, reflect the balance between performance and stability required for Japan’s demanding circuits, while the bold #65 livery ensures immediate recognition within a crowded and colourful grid.

Spark’s 1:43 resincast interpretation faithfully preserves these defining characteristics. The sharply modelled front fascia, sculpted side channels and tightly packaged rear bodywork are all crisply rendered, while the clean separation of aerodynamic surfaces gives the model a strong sense of depth and structure. The livery application is equally precise, with the contrasting colours and sponsor detailing applied with clarity, reinforcing the car’s presence as both a competitive GT3 machine and a visual statement. It is a model that combines technical form with aesthetic impact, reflecting the dual identity of the GT300 class itself.

Spark’s major shipment announcement this week extends well beyond Super GT, encompassing a sweeping cross section of 1:43 content for GT, endurance and historic collectors. Looksmart adds a particularly evocative subject with the BMW Scuderia Italia Ferrari 550 from the 2004 Spa 24 Hours, a period in which the Ferrari 550 Maranello GT1 programme was in full flight in European endurance competition and BMW Scuderia Italia was one of its most competitive customer operations. BBR announces the Maserati MCPura in 1:18, offering the Trident’s latest flagship road car in six colour choices, a comprehensive launch programme that gives road car collectors the flexibility to match the specification they would choose themselves.

Rally content is well represented this week. Ixo’s pre-order programme reaches deep into the category with Monte Carlo Rally winners, the Opel Kadett, Petter Solberg’s Estonia entry, a Toyota GR Yaris World Champion box set and further classic and modern subjects that cover the calendar from the 1970s to the present day. Model Car Garage adds a characterful pair of Opel Commodore GSE rally cars, capturing the German coupe in its period rally specification. KK Scale’s 1:12 Mercedes 450SL in Hart To Hart television livery brings an unmistakable piece of 1970s American screen culture to the display case in commanding scale. Matrix’s 1:43 deliveries span the comfort and luxury sector with the Chrysler Town & Country, Mercedes 450 SEL and Rolls Royce Silver Seraph, while Beemax’s 1:12 kit programme extends to the BMW 320 Turbo tourer and a MotoGP Yamaha for two wheeled content. A week of real variety for collectors across every genre.

Toyota’s Spa Podium Hunt

Ixo’s Toyota GR010 4th Spa 6 Hours 2025 #8 Toyota Gazoo Racing captures one of the most disciplined and consistently competitive operations in the modern Hypercar era. Since the introduction of the regulations, Toyota Gazoo Racing has set the benchmark for reliability and race execution, combining controlled pace with strategic precision across the World Endurance Championship. Even in a season where the Ferrari 499P has demonstrated strong outright speed, the #8 GR010 continues to deliver the kind of results that define title campaigns. A fourth-place finish at Spa-Francorchamps reflects exactly that approach, maintaining front-running performance on one of the calendar’s most demanding circuits while securing valuable championship points.

Ixo’s 1:43 diecast interpretation faithfully captures the GR010’s sharp, purposeful silhouette and distinctive white, red and black livery. The angular bodywork, complex aerodynamic surfaces and low, planted stance are all cleanly represented, while the livery application is executed with clarity and balance. It is a model that communicates both the technical intent of the Hypercar regulations and the measured efficiency of Toyota’s programme, offering strong detail and accessibility for endurance collectors at every level.

The Spa entry forms part of a broader Ixo endurance programme arriving this week, with the GR010 also available in its Le Mans configuration alongside a 1:18 scale version for those seeking greater display presence. The range is complemented by the addition of the Ford Gran Torino Sport, providing a road-car counterpoint to the racing content, while a substantial pre-order programme extends across Porsche 911 RSR-19 and Porsche 963 entries, additional GR010 variants and models from the 2025 Daytona 24 Hours.

Elsewhere, Top Speed adds significant display presence with a pair of 1:18 BMW M Hybrid V8 models, bringing the current LMDh programme into large scale, alongside Lamborghini road car releases that broaden the brand’s appeal. TrueScale’s full delivery arrives to complete its previously announced programme, while Beemax contributes one of the year’s standout kits with the 1:12 Mazda 787B, the iconic 1991 Le Mans winner reproduced in impressive detail. Mini GT continues to build accessibility with 1:64 box sets, and Top Marques expands its 1:12 and 1:18 range with further high-end sports prototype subjects. A well-rounded and forward-looking week for endurance and model collectors alike.

Toyota GR010 4th Spa 6hrs 2025 #8 Toyota Gazoo Racing - IXOLMM253