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Comments: This is the Opel Ascona 400 Team Rothmans #10 1982 Rally Acropolis in 1:18 scale by IXO.The Opel Ascona 400, sporting the number 10 and driven by Jimmy McRae with co-driver Ian Grindrod for Team Rothmans, delivered a noteworthy performance at the 1982 Rally Acropolis. Jimmy McRae, a seasoned Scottish rally driver, faced the extreme challenges of the Acropolis Rally, known for its brutal terrain and scorching temperatures that test the endurance of both car and crew. This particular rally is famed for its rocky, unforgiving stages and the mechanical strain it places on vehicles. Despite these harsh conditions, McRae and Grindrod navigated the course with commendable skill and tenacity, showcasing the Opel Ascona 400’s robust engineering and their own rallying expertise. Their participation in the 1982 Rally Acropolis highlighted the resilience and capability required to compete in one of the most demanding events in the World Rally Championship calendar.This model is hand painted and polished to a beautiful finish and has a sealed body. These diecast models are exceptionally accurate of scale, shape and detail. Interior detail is hand assembled and easily visible. Photo etched parts, die-cutting, tampo printing and waterslide decals are often used for a most authentic replication.