Mercedes-Benz W165 #24 Rudolf Caracciola, 1939 Limited Edition 5000 pcs Downsizing my collection of exclusive modelcars. This miniature replica is a must have for every exclusive car collector. Perfect christmas gift for the race car collector or the Mercedes Benz fan. Very rare & extremely hard to find model in this condition with sealed innerbox as seen in the pictures! Reference pictures of the car as the packaging is sealed. CMC model cars are extraordinarly detailed, with excellent quality, & probably the finest model cars available. This model is hand assembled from more than 1,100 parts. High quality materials and attention to detail to determine the quality. A historical collectible in exclusive quality and unique design. Driver: Rudolf Caracciola On May 7th, 1939, Hermann Lang with starting number 16 and Rudolf Caracciola with starting number 24 achieved a sensational double championship at the Grand Prix of Tripolis. Rudolf Caracciola finished second to Hermann Lang only. Model details: Hand mounted precision model made of more than 400 single parts An exact to detail replication of the impressive body form with a brilliant finish. Aluminium wheels with handwired stainless steel spokes. The cockpit seat is covered with textile. Cooler with metal bars and radiator net. Original vehicle description: Among the most glamorous Grand Prix events of the 1930s were the contests in the north African City of Tripolis. For the Mercedes-Benz team, this was a good place to be, as they were able to set up one impressive record after another here. Racing fans all over the world were now looking forward to the debut of the new “mini” Mercedes Silver Arrow W165 at the race track of “Mellaha” on the 7th of May, 1939. Daimler-Benz had built this new 1.5 litre car within 6 months. A new success story was born when Hermann Lang with starting number 16 and Rudolf Caracciola with starting number 24 drove their racers to a sensational double victory. Hermann Lang was the winner, Rudolf Caracciola with starting number 24 finished 2nd. The limited edition miniature of this runner up car concludes our commemoration of the winning duo on a high note, for it not only provides a powerful reminder of their double victory, but is also impressive to look at. Items will be carefully packed and sent with tracking information.