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Who was Amédée Gordini and why is he nicknamed the 'sorcerer'?

Amédée Gordini was a Franco-Italian car tuner born in 1899, nicknamed the 'Wizard' for his ability to transform modest cars into high-performance racing machines. He notably prepared the Renault 8 Gordini and founded his own racing team in the 1950s and 1960s.

What is special about the blue stripes on Gordini cars?

The Gordini blue stripes have been iconic since the 1964 Renault 8 Gordini. This specific blue color, called 'Gordini blue', has become the brand's visual signature and is still found today on Renault sports models such as the RS.

How many Gordini F1 cars were produced in the 1950s?

Gordini produced around 30 Formula 1 single-seaters between 1950 and 1957. These handcrafted cars, recognizable by their French blue color, raced with drivers such as Jean Behra and achieved several F2 victories before the F1 program was abandoned.

Which Gordini is considered the rarest in model car?

The 1955 Gordini Type 32 is one of the most sought-after models among model car collectors. With only a few actual examples built, faithful reproductions are very limited and often fetch high prices on the collectors' market.

Why did Gordini stop racing?

Gordini ceased manufacturing in 1957, primarily for financial reasons. Despite its technical successes, the artisanal company could no longer compete with the budgets of major brands. Amédée Gordini then joined Renault, where he continued to develop sports models.