Audi Quattro #3 Winner Rally 1000 Lakes Mikkola/Hertz - IXO 1/18

This 1/18 model is hand painted and polished to a beautiful finish and has a sealed body. IXO 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.

The Audi Quattro, bearing the number 3 and driven by Hannu Mikkola with co-driver Arne Hertz, made a remarkable impact at the 1982 Rally 1000 Lakes. Hannu Mikkola, a legendary Finnish rally driver known for his speed and precision, expertly handled the Audi Quattro's groundbreaking all-wheel-drive system on the fast, gravel stages of the Finnish countryside. The 1982 Rally 1000 Lakes was notable for its high-speed jumps and demanding forest routes, which required both exceptional driving skill and vehicle durability. Mikkola and Hertz's performance in the Audi Quattro demonstrated the revolutionary capabilities of the all-wheel-drive technology, which provided superior traction and control. Their success at this event underscored the Quattro's advantage in rallying and highlighted Mikkola's mastery of the challenging Finnish terrain, cementing their legacy in the annals of rally history.

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.