Citroën C2 S1600 white and red number 42 - Rally Mexico 2008
Scale: 1:43
Drivers Sébastien Ogier / Julien Ingrassia
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This Citroën C2 S1600 in white and red livery faithfully reproduces the rally car that marked the WRC championship in 2008. This miniature captures a historic moment from the 2008 Rally Mexico, where Sébastien Ogier and Julien Ingrassia showcased their emerging talent behind the wheel of this formidable French machine.
A true gem for collectors, this 1/43 scale model reflects French excellence in motorsport and represents an important milestone in the career of future world champion Sébastien Ogier.
The Citroën C2 S1600 was specifically developed for the Super 1600 category, limited by regulations to naturally aspirated engines of 1600 cm³. Based on the production C2, this competition version featured drastic modifications: engine boosted to over 200 horsepower, all-wheel drive, reinforced chassis, and lightweight body. This Citroën rally car represented the technical excellence of France tailored to the demands of the world championship.
Designed as a springboard to the WRC category, the C2 S1600 provided young drivers an opportunity to shine on the international stage. Its exceptional handling and reliability made it a reference in its category, allowing many talents to emerge before climbing the ranks of global motorsport.
In 2008, Citroën Sport dominated the World Rally Championship with the formidable C4 WRC. This prosperous period for the chevron brand coincided with the development of the C2 S1600, intended to train the new generation of French drivers. The French manufacturer invested heavily in motorsport, viewing competition as a laboratory for innovation and a powerful communication tool.
This strategy paid off: Citroën won the manufacturers' championship while Sébastien Loeb clinched his fifth consecutive title. In this context of excellence, the C2 S1600 perfectly embodied the brand's philosophy: combining performance, reliability, and accessibility to democratize high-level motorsport competition.
The 2008 Rally Mexico marked a crucial step in Sébastien Ogier's career. At just 24 years old, the driver from Gap was discovering the specifics of world events behind the wheel of this Citroën C2 S1600. The particular conditions of Mexico - high altitude, intense heat, and dusty roads - constituted a true test of maturity for the young French crew.
This Mexican experience proved decisive: Ogier learned the art of race management, the patience required on long specials, and communication with his co-driver Julien Ingrassia in extreme conditions. The lessons learned on the Mexican roads would forge the character of the future seven-time world champion, demonstrating the importance of these formative years in Super 1600.
The most memorable anecdote from this rally remains Ogier's spectacular tire blowout in the "El Chocolate" special. Unlike many of his rivals who would have abandoned, the Frenchman changed his tire with Olympic calm, climbed back up the rankings, and finished in the points. This exemplary determination foreshadowed the champion mentality that would characterize his entire career.
This Citroën C2 S1600 naturally belongs alongside other rally miniatures in any respectable collection. It harmonizes perfectly with cars from the 2000s and ideally complements a series dedicated to French competition cars.
Motor racing enthusiasts will especially appreciate the precise details and fidelity of this reproduction. It serves as an excellent starting point for a thematic collection around Sébastien Ogier or more broadly for 1/43 scale miniatures. This scale allows for easy display of these vehicles while maintaining remarkable detail, ideal for reliving the highlights of the French rallying history.
Stephane Bazille
14 November 2026
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13 November 2026
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12 November 2026
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