This stunning BRM P57 number 11 in its iconic black livery takes us straight back to the thrilling world of 1960s Formula 1. This faithful 1/43rd scale replica captures the essence of the car that won the 1962 German Grand Prix, driven by the legendary Graham Hill. Produced by La Compagnie Européenne des Collectionneurs, this miniature is a standout piece for any motor racing enthusiast.
A true relic of motorsport's golden age, this BRM P57 embodies British excellence in competition car engineering and is a natural fit in any collection dedicated to legendary racing cars.
Model features
- Model: BRM P57
- Brand: BRM (British Racing Motors)
- Year: 1962
- Scale: 1/43rd
- Colour: Black with number 11
- Driver depicted: Graham Hill
- Grand Prix: Germany 1962
- Protective case included: Yes
About the real car
The BRM P57 was developed in 1962 as the natural evolution of the P48/57, under new Formula 1 regulations that mandated 1.5-litre engines. This British single-seater represented the culmination of BRM's efforts to build a car capable of challenging the best European teams of the era.
Powered by a 1498 cc V8 engine producing around 190 horsepower, the P57 stood out for its meticulous construction and technical innovations. Its steel tubular chassis, independent suspension on all four wheels and five-speed gearbox made it a formidable machine on the circuits of the time. The signature black livery, combined with British racing colours, gave it a look both elegant and intimidating.
This car enjoyed resounding success in 1962, helping Graham Hill claim his first Drivers' World Championship while earning BRM the Constructors' title. The German Grand Prix at the legendary Nürburgring was one of the highlights of that triumphant season.
The history of BRM
In 1962, British Racing Motors was going through a pivotal period in its history. Founded in 1947 by Raymond Mays and Peter Berthon, the British marque aimed to build a national team capable of competing with foreign manufacturers in Formula 1. After a difficult start in the 1950s, BRM finally found its way in the early 1960s.
BRM's story is closely tied to the post-war British automotive industry. Backed financially by a consortium of British manufacturers including Austin, Morris and Standard-Triumph, the company embodied the nation's ambitions in motorsport. The 1962 victories were the fruit of fifteen years of sustained effort, marking the peak of a venture that had long struggled for legitimacy against the Italian and German teams.
This golden period was part of a wider revival of British motor racing, alongside names such as Lotus and Cooper, which were revolutionising single-seater design at the time.
A memorable win at the Nürburgring
The 1962 German Grand Prix remains etched in memory as one of Graham Hill's most remarkable performances at the wheel of his BRM P57. On the formidable Nürburgring, nicknamed "the Green Hell" for its 22.8 kilometres winding through the Eifel forest, Hill showed the full extent of his talent.
This race carried particular weight in the title fight. Facing his main rivals Jim Clark on Lotus and John Surtees on Lola, Graham Hill had to score points to keep his championship hopes alive. The Nürburgring's fickle weather, with sudden fog and temperature changes from one sector of the circuit to another, added an extra challenge to an already daunting event.
Hill took this memorable win with a comfortable margin, demonstrating the exceptional reliability of the BRM P57 on one of the most demanding circuits in the world. The victory contributed decisively to his world title, the first of a career that would also take him to the 24 Hours of Le Mans and the Indianapolis 500, making him one of the few drivers to have won motorsport's "Triple Crown".
The story goes that Hill, known for his British composure, said after the race that he had enjoyed the victory champagne more than the 22 laps of the circuit, which he described as "fascinating but merciless". This Nürburgring win remains one of the most glorious moments in BRM's history.
Complete your model collection
This 1962 BRM P57 holds a prominent place in the world of Formula 1 miniatures, representing an era when British constructors dominated the discipline. It fits perfectly alongside collections dedicated to 1960s cars, a period regarded as the golden age of Formula 1.
Collectors passionate about automotive history will especially appreciate this miniature alongside other iconic single-seaters of the time, notably Jim Clark's Lotus or John Surtees' Ferrari. La Compagnie Européenne des Collectionneurs' reproduction quality lets you appreciate every technical detail that made this BRM a success, from the shape of its side pontoons to its distinctive tapered nose.
This piece will appeal as much to collectors specialising in 1/43rd scale models as to enthusiasts of British motorsport history, bearing witness to an era when technical innovation and the courage of drivers forged
