Chevrolet Corvette C5-R Yellow Number 2 - 2001 24 Hours of Daytona (Daytona International Speedway)
Echelle: 1/43ème
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Discover this Chevrolet Corvette C5-R Yellow Number 2 that participated in the legendary 24 Hours of Daytona in 2001 at the prestigious Daytona International Speedway. This faithfully reproduced miniature captures the very essence of one of the most iconic endurance races in American motorsport.
This 1/43 scale replica is an authentic testament to Chevrolet’s commitment to racing, offering collectors an exceptional piece that traces the glorious history of the Corvette in endurance racing.
The Chevrolet Corvette C5-R represents the culmination of decades of competitive experience from the American brand. Specifically developed for endurance racing, this competition version of the C5 was designed to take on the world’s most demanding circuits, including Daytona, Le Mans, and Sebring.
Equipped with a 7-liter V8 producing over 600 horsepower, the C5-R boasted a fully reimagined carbon fiber body, a reinforced tubular chassis, and optimized aerodynamics. Its lightweight of just 1,100 kg gave it an exceptional power-to-weight ratio, essential for excelling over long distances.
The commercial success of this competition program was immediate, propelling the Corvette to the top of endurance racing and enhancing Chevrolet’s sporting image worldwide.
In 2001, Chevrolet was going through a pivotal time in its sporting history. After decades of dominance on American circuits, the bowtie brand aimed to conquer international endurance racing. The Corvette Racing program, launched in 1999, represented this desire for global expansion.
Since its inception in 1911, Chevrolet has always nurtured its performance DNA. From the legendary Camaro to the iconic road Corvettes, including the Silverado pickups, the brand has built a solid reputation based on power, reliability, and technological innovation. This philosophy finds its ultimate expression in competition programs like the Chevrolet collection.
The 2001 24 Hours of Daytona marked a turning point in modern American endurance racing history. This edition saw the biggest global brands compete on the iconic Daytona International Speedway, a stage for epic battles since 1966.
The Yellow Number 2 Corvette C5-R raced in the GTS category, facing formidable opponents like the Porsche 911 GT3-R and the Dodge Viper. The crew of this Corvette, composed of experienced drivers, had to manage the unique specifications of the circuit: long straights favoring powerful engines and high-speed curves requiring perfect technical mastery.
This race perfectly illustrates the golden age of GT in the early 2000s, when manufacturers invested heavily in competition to demonstrate the technical superiority of their production models. The striking yellow livery of this Corvette became iconic, symbolizing Chevrolet’s boldness and determination to assert itself against European heavyweights.
The unique atmosphere of Daytona, with its crowded grandstands and electric ambiance, provided the perfect backdrop for this display of American strength. This race remains etched in memory as one of the most spectacular of the decade, blending strategy, endurance, and pure performance.
This yellow C5-R naturally finds its place at the heart of a collection dedicated to endurance racing. It harmonizes perfectly with other models from the 24 Hours of Le Mans collection and ideally complements miniatures from racing and competition.
Passionate collectors of American cars will appreciate pairing it with other Corvette models available, thus creating a complete panorama of the evolution of this legendary lineage. This miniature is particularly aimed at fans of motorsport and collectors seeking authentic pieces representative of the 2000s.
Its 1/43 scale makes it an ideal choice for prestige collections, offering a remarkable level of detail in a compact format. This Corvette C5-R serves as a perfect bridge between the world of American sports cars and that of international endurance racing.
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26 octobre 2026
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Concrètement, une Ferrari miniature au 1/18 fait environ 25-30 cm de long, tandis qu'au 1/43 elle mesure approximativement 10 cm.
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