Model Car Blue Abarth Simca 1300 GT from 1962
Scale 1/43
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The 1962 Abarth Simca 1300 GT represents one of the most fascinating collaborations in European automotive history. This 1:43 scale model perfectly captures the essence of this Franco-Italian sports car that marked the early 1960s with its unique character and remarkable performance.
A true collector's item for classic car enthusiasts, this faithful reproduction is a testament to the golden era of affordable sports cars that revolutionized the European market. It's a natural fit for any collection dedicated to historic sports cars or Abarth models.
Characteristics of the model car
- Model: Abarth Simca 1300 GT
- Brand: Abarth
- Year: 1962
- Scale: 1/43rd
- Color: Depending on the available model
- Protective case included: Yes
The original model: an exceptional sports car
The Abarth Simca 1300 GT was born in 1962 from Carlo Abarth 's desire to create an affordable sports car that combined performance and elegance. Based on the Simca 1000 platform, it benefits from Italian expertise in sports tuning, with a 1.3-liter engine developing nearly 90 horsepower.
This compact berlinetta stands out for its elegant bodywork designed by Italian studios, its pure lines, and its fiery temperament. Weighing only 750 kg, it boasts remarkable performance for the time, with a top speed exceeding 160 km/h. Its commercial success, although modest, laid the foundations for a fruitful collaboration between the French and Italian brands.
The car positioned itself as an attractive alternative to the Alpine and other European sports cars of the time, offering an excellent compromise between performance, comfort, and price. It actively participated in the competitions of the time, particularly in rallying, where it distinguished itself through its reliability and agility.
Abarth: the art of Italian performance
Founded in 1949 by Carlo Abarth , a former Austrian driver who had become a naturalized Italian, the Abarth brand quickly specialized in the preparation and transformation of production vehicles into formidable racing machines. By the early 1960s, the Turin-based company already enjoyed an exceptional reputation in the world of motor racing.
The Simca 1300 GT was created during Abarth's golden age, a period during which the scorpion brand enjoyed numerous racing successes and developed prestigious partnerships with various European manufacturers. This strategy allowed Abarth to diversify its production while retaining its unalterable racing DNA.
Abarth's philosophy is based on a simple principle: transforming ordinary cars into extraordinary racing cars . This approach, perfectly embodied by the Simca 1300 GT, has had a lasting influence on the sports car industry and still inspires many tuners around the world today.
A collaboration born from passion
The story of the Abarth Simca 1300 GT began with a chance meeting between Carlo Abarth and Henri Pigozzi , head of Simca, at the Turin Motor Show in 1961. Pigozzi, impressed by Abarth's achievements based on Fiat, proposed an unprecedented collaboration to create a sports car based on the future Simca 1000.
This Franco-Italian alliance aroused enthusiasm in the specialist press of the time, who saw it as the perfect marriage between French elegance and Italian passion . The project, carried out in the greatest secrecy, mobilized the best engineers of both brands for almost a year.
A tasty anecdote: during the first tests at the Montlhéry circuit, the car impressed the test drivers so much that they asked Carlo Abarth if it wasn't a racing car disguised as a road car . This reputation as a little rocket would stick to the Simca 1300 GT forever, contributing to its legend among enthusiasts.
Production, limited to a few hundred examples, quickly transformed this model into a coveted object for collectors. Today, the rare surviving examples achieve considerable prices at auction, testifying to the special aura of this unique collaboration in automotive history.
Complete your collection of sports model cars
This Abarth Simca 1300 GT fits perfectly into a collection dedicated to French model cars or Italian model cars . It harmoniously interacts with other emblematic models of the era such as the Alpine Renault or the model cars of the 1960s .
Collectors of racing and competition cars will particularly appreciate this piece, which enriches their panorama of historic European sports cars . It also fits perfectly with the other models in the 1950-1979 classic model car collection.
This model car will appeal to both experienced collectors and new enthusiasts looking to explore the world of Franco-Italian automotive collaborations. It is an excellent starting point for exploring the fascinating history of Simca model cars and understanding Abarth's influence on European sports cars in the 1960s.
Même compétition : autre voitures sportives
Même origine : italiennes
Frequently Asked Questions
How to understand the scales of miniatures?
Scale indicates the reduction ratio between the real car and the miniature. For example, at 1:43 scale, each centimeter on the miniature corresponds to 43 centimeters on the real vehicle.
Concretely, a 1/18 scale Ferrari model is approximately 25-30 cm long, while in 1/43 scale it measures approximately 10 cm.
What scales are available?
Our model cars are mainly offered in 1/43, 1/24, 1/18 and 1/87 (HO) scales. The scale is always indicated in the product sheet.
The smaller the second number, the larger the model car (e.g. 1/18 is larger than 1/43).
Does the model car come with protection?
Yes, each model car is systematically delivered in its protective box. This box preserves the collectible value and protects your model car from dust and shocks.
How is my package protected during transport?
We package each order with the utmost care: bubble wrap, appropriate cushioning, and polystyrene. Your model car is perfectly secure during its journey.
What is the delivery time?
In-stock items are shipped within 24-48 hours. Please allow 2-3 business days for France via Colissimo or 4-5 days via Mondial Relay.
The model car is no longer in stock, when will you have it?
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