1/43 Porsche 959 collection photo, focused on Rothmans livery 1986 Dakar and LeMans winners. (LM it its own GTX class, of course, not overall).
- The 959 (originally called the Gruppe B) development began in 1981. It was intended for Group B rally racing. (more photos of the Gruppe B sole model) (and 959 Gruppe B late version model) —>
- Built specifically for the grueling Paris-Dakar Rally. Demonstrated the 959’s capabilities in extreme conditions. (more photos of the the sole model) —>
- The 961 was based on the 959 and aimed at Le Mans racing. The engine was swapped for 935 type of Gr.C. —> legen…dary (some more photos of 961 here) !
the 959 Gruppe B prototype laid the foundation, the 959 Dakar excelled in rally conditions, and the 961 LM showcased endurance racing capabilities. Each version contributed to the 959’s legendary status! 🏁🚗
WARNING! 18+ photos with model
