Unedited images of Hot Wheels Elite upcoming release, Ferrari 312 T2 Monaco GP 1976, surfaced today.  The model is looking up to form, though some won’t be happy to hear it is a sealed model with no access to any internal bits.  I’d love to hear Niki Lauda’s comments on the pending release!

As per Hot Wheels Elite…  “The 312 T2 differed from the T version in that it had a slightly longer wheelbase and the periscope-style air intake was replaced with a NACA duct on either side of the cockpit to channel air to the inlet tracts. Featuring beautifully balanced engine and chassis and the usual transverse gearbox, in 1976 the 312 T2 enabled Lauda to win the Monaco GP”

Vehicle Highlights:

Scale 1:18
Exterior Color Red
Interior Color(s) Silver
Faux Carbon-Fiber No
Water decal Yes
Hand Painted Detailing 87 ops
Tampo Detailing 20 ops
Front and Rear Light Details No
Photo Etched Parts 13 pcs
Opening Doors No
Opening Hood No
Opening Trunk No
Steering Yes
Other Moving Parts Free wheeling
Detailed Engine No
Detailed Wheels In-molded details
Detailed Tires No
Detailed Disk Brakes and Calipers Yes
Detailed Chassis Yes
Hand Assembled No
Plinth Included No
Packaging – Open Window Box No
Styrofoam Clamshell Yes
Packaging – Closed Box Yes
Closed Box Dimensions 12.5″x6.39″x5″
Vehicle dimension 9.75″x4.5″x2.5″
Vehicle weight 274g / pc
Case pack 4pcs/carton