L037 Rally Madiera 1985 SW Weathered

L037 Rally Madiera 1985 SW Weathered

The 1985 Rallye Vinho da Madeira, held on the challenging mountain roads of the Portuguese island of Madeira, was a highly regarded event in the European Rally Championship (ERC) calendar. Known for its narrow, twisty asphalt stages, steep elevation changes, and fast downhill sections, the rally demanded precise driving, strong braking control, and exceptional balance on technical tarmac terrain.

In this competitive environment, the legendary Lancia Stratos—often mistakenly referenced in simplified form as “Lancia 37” in enthusiast circles—stood out as one of the most iconic rally cars of the era. Developed by Lancia, the Stratos was purpose-built for rally competition, featuring a mid-mounted Ferrari V6 engine, a lightweight chassis, and a short wheelbase designed for maximum agility on tight and technical stages.

By the mid-1980s, the Lancia Stratos was no longer a factory-supported works entry, but it continued to appear in historic competition, national events, and privateer rally entries, particularly in regional championships and select ERC rounds. Its compact design and exceptional handling made it especially suited to the demanding roads of Madeira, where traction and cornering precision were more important than outright power.

For slot car enthusiasts and collectors, the 1985 Rallye Vinho da Madeira Lancia Stratos represents a legendary era of pure rally engineering. Its dramatic wedge-shaped design, aggressive motorsport stance, and strong association with classic European rally stages make it an ideal subject for detailed slot car models, perfectly suited to recreating historic tarmac rally courses with authentic 1970s–1980s competition character.

1:32 Scale model produced by Fly Car Model, with lots of details as based on the prototype, this model will surely be a proud part of your slot car collection. This model includes lots of added features including Rubber tyres, fitted Copper braids and a powerful motor.

Features

• 1:32 Scale Model
• Weathered Paint Finish
• Fitted Magnet
• Copper Braids
• Rubber Tyres
• Clear Plastic Display Box
• Based on the prototype seen at Rally Madiera in 1985

Details:

The 1985 Rallye Vinho da Madeira, held on the challenging mountain roads of the Portuguese island of Madeira, was a highly regarded event in the European Rally Championship (ERC) calendar. Known for its narrow, twisty asphalt stages, steep elevation changes, and fast downhill sections, the rally demanded precise driving, strong braking control, and exceptional balance on technical tarmac terrain.

In this competitive environment, the legendary Lancia Stratos—often mistakenly referenced in simplified form as “Lancia 37” in enthusiast circles—stood out as one of the most iconic rally cars of the era. Developed by Lancia, the Stratos was purpose-built for rally competition, featuring a mid-mounted Ferrari V6 engine, a lightweight chassis, and a short wheelbase designed for maximum agility on tight and technical stages.

By the mid-1980s, the Lancia Stratos was no longer a factory-supported works entry, but it continued to appear in historic competition, national events, and privateer rally entries, particularly in regional championships and select ERC rounds. Its compact design and exceptional handling made it especially suited to the demanding roads of Madeira, where traction and cornering precision were more important than outright power.

For slot car enthusiasts and collectors, the 1985 Rallye Vinho da Madeira Lancia Stratos represents a legendary era of pure rally engineering. Its dramatic wedge-shaped design, aggressive motorsport stance, and strong association with classic European rally stages make it an ideal subject for detailed slot car models, perfectly suited to recreating historic tarmac rally courses with authentic 1970s–1980s competition character.