McLaren MP4/12

Condition: Acrylic case with traces of storage.

The McLaren MP4/12 #10 is the car that brought the winning feeling back to Woking. At the 1997 season opener in Australia, David Coulthard secured McLaren's first victory in over three years, ending a long drought for the legendary team. This Minichamps model, finished in the iconic silver West livery, represents the turning point when the "Silver Arrows" re-established themselves as a front-running force. DC’s consistency and the MP4/12’s innovative engineering paved the way for McLaren's future dominance in the Constructors' Championship.

Did you know? David Coulthard’s win in Melbourne 1997 was historic not only for him but also for Mercedes-Benz, marking their first Formula 1 engine victory since 1955. Furthermore, David masterfully utilized the team's secret innovation — the "second brake pedal." This system allowed for independent rear braking in corners, which perfectly suited Coulthard’s driving style and helped him secure this milestone win.