
Porsche 908-3 Gulf 1971 #1 Spark Model 1:43
Porsche 908-3 Gulf 1971 #1 1:43 Model 1/43 Car Model by Spark 2nd 1000km Nürburgring 1971 Drivers Pedro Rodriguez / Jo Siffert Scale 1/43 Manufacturer Spark Article ID SG519 Limited edition - 750 pieces individually numbered Resin model A Brief History on the Porsche 908-3 Gulf 1971 #1of the Miles Collier Collections Displayed at Revs Institute in Naples, Florida The intensity with which Porsche pursued the world championship in 1970 and 1971 is indicated by the 908/3. It was produced to win but two races: the Targa Florio and Nürburgring, twisty, difficult tracks where the 917’s size and power were a handicap. Predecessor 908s had been built as coupes or spyders, the latter evolving into a smooth flat shape that earned the fishy nickname “Flounder.” The 908/3 was produced only as a spyder, and would be dubbed the “miracle Porsche” by the Italians. Only the engine remained the same, and it gave away at least 65hp to the rival three-liter 312PB Ferrari. Relying on their mastery of f