Porsche 908/2 3.0L #48 2nd 1970 12h Sebring Steve McQueen/Peter Revson in 1:18 scale
This is the Porsche 908/2 3.0L #48 2nd 1970 12h Sebring Steve McQueen/Peter Revson in 1:18 scale by WERK83.
The Porsche 908/02 #48, entered by Solar Productions and driven by Hollywood star Steve McQueen and accomplished American racer Peter Revson, produced one of the most memorable performances in the 1970 12 Hours of Sebring. McQueen was a serious racer who had already competed successfully in sports cars and motorcycles, while Revson was a highly talented professional driver who would later race in Formula 1. Despite its smaller 3.0-liter naturally aspirated flat-eight producing about 350 hp, the lightweight, mid-engine “Flounder” Spyder battled much more powerful 5.0-liter prototypes and finished second overall, just 23 seconds behind the winning Ferrari 512S. The #48 was particularly remarkable for its exceptional fuel and tire conservation—the team reportedly completed the entire race without changing tires or brake pads—while McQueen drove despite having a broken left foot in a cast, making the result an extraordinary achievement in endurance racing.
Werk83 1:18 scale diecast models are highly detailed collector pieces. Known for their precise proportions, accurate sponsor liveries, and finely replicated interiors and engines, Werk83 aims to capture the raw spirit of motorsport machines. These models are made of diecast metal with authentic tampo-printed graphics, realistic wheels and tires, detailed cockpits with roll cages and racing seats, and opening parts on select releases.
The Porsche 908/02 #48, entered by Solar Productions and driven by Hollywood star Steve McQueen and accomplished American racer Peter Revson, produced one of the most memorable performances in the 1970 12 Hours of Sebring. McQueen was a serious racer who had already competed successfully in sports cars and motorcycles, while Revson was a highly talented professional driver who would later race in Formula 1. Despite its smaller 3.0-liter naturally aspirated flat-eight producing about 350 hp, the lightweight, mid-engine “Flounder” Spyder battled much more powerful 5.0-liter prototypes and finished second overall, just 23 seconds behind the winning Ferrari 512S. The #48 was particularly remarkable for its exceptional fuel and tire conservation—the team reportedly completed the entire race without changing tires or brake pads—while McQueen drove despite having a broken left foot in a cast, making the result an extraordinary achievement in endurance racing.
Werk83 1:18 scale diecast models are highly detailed collector pieces. Known for their precise proportions, accurate sponsor liveries, and finely replicated interiors and engines, Werk83 aims to capture the raw spirit of motorsport machines. These models are made of diecast metal with authentic tampo-printed graphics, realistic wheels and tires, detailed cockpits with roll cages and racing seats, and opening parts on select releases.
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