Go into the draw to win this Spark brand BMW M1 by answering the following question.

Steve O’Rourke wasn’t simply known as a racing driver. What was his main claim to fame?

To enter this competition, click here.
Competition closes on February 25, 2012.

In what country were the final VW Beetles assembled?

To enter this competition, click here.
Competition closes on January 28, 2012.

Go into the draw to win the Spark brand 1:43 Team Peugeot pit crew by answering the following question.
The Team Peugeot pit figurines featured here crewed on the #9 Le Mans Peugeot 908 HDi FAP. In what position did this car finish in the 24 hour race?

To enter this competition, click here.
Competition closes on January 28, 2012.
More info: www.spr.co.nz

Subscribe to NZ Classic Car this month and you’ll be in with a chance of winning one of five signed copies of the Bruce McLaren Scrapbook worth $59.

The latest edition in HarperCollins’ superb range of local motorsport books, The Bruce McLaren Scrapbook houses a stunning collection of images – many never published before – direct from the McLaren Family Collection and from The Bruce McLaren Trust. Collated with love and care by Bruce’s sister, Jan, this book is an absolute must for all Kiwi motorsport enthusiasts and is a superb tribute to a motor racing legend. Each of the five copies being offered have been personally signed by Jan McLaren, founder of The Bruce McLaren Trust.

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This month SPR Limited has supplied us with two classic V12-powered BRM F1 cars modelled by Spark – the #8 P160 driven by Pedro Rodriguez into second place at the 1971 Dutch GP, and Reine Wisell’s #28 P160B from the 1972 Monaco GP. These two models demonstrate perfectly the lengths that this manufacturer goes to in order to create totally accurate 1:43-scale models. Because these Tony Southgate-designed BRMs share the same monocoque tub, and are essentially the same car, it would have been very easy for Spark to have simply made a few superficial changes, added different decals, and marketed two different versions of same model. But this is not the Spark way. Instead it has gone to the effort of faithfully duplicating both the subtle and obvious differences between the two models.

You will notice the obvious overhead air-box added above the engine, plus the two vanes on the rear wing of the 1972 Marlboro-sponsored P160B. But Spark has also duplicated the less obvious differences between the P160 and P160B. These include – on the ‘B’ – the taller Venturi around the radiator outlet; the addition of front brake cooling ducts; oval oil cooler air intakes (they were rectangular on the 1971 car); and higher side mirrors. All these miniature details combine to create a truly authentic model.

It seems comical that accurate scale models of period race-cars cannot be sold with tobacco sponsorship applied – it’s hardly likely that this would influence a serious model collector to take up smoking!

However the Marlboro decals are provided separately for you to apply to Spark’s BRM P160B. For our photo shoot SPR Limited, the importer of the Spark brand, has already applied the cigarette decals to our featured model – an added benefit for our competition winner.

These BRMs also have a strong Kiwi connection, as Howden Ganley drove for BRM during this period. He raced the Yardley BRM P160 in four races during the 1971 season, and had five races in the Marlboro-sponsored P160B during the 1972 season.

Go into the draw to win the 1972 Marlboro sponsored P160B featured here by clicking on the link below and answering the following question.

Name the famous Swiss driver killed when his BRM P160 crashed at Brands Hatch in 1971?

Click here to enter the draw

Competition closes on December 3, 2011.

Spark Jaguar XK120 Roadster
Robert Tudor – New Plymouth

Greenlight Muscle Cars
Stephen Tuck – Hamilton

AutoArt Lotus Cortina
Robert James – Auckland

If you subscribe to NZ Classic Car magazine this month you’ll receive a free bottle of Wynn’s Formula Gold engine or petrol treatment worth $34.99 each.

It’s an awesome deal – you get the mag delivered to you every month and an engine treatment for your much-loved machine.

Wynn’s Formula Gold High Performance Engine Treatment helps extend engine life by reducing oxidation, friction and wear, while also dramatically improving compression and oil consumption.

Wynn’s Formula Gold High Performance Petrol  Treatment increases performance, reduces fuel consumption and reduces engine noise by cleaning thoroughly cleaning the injection system without the need to pull it to bits.

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This month’s feature model from SPR Limited is a 1:43 1974 Lotus Elite from its Spark range.

The 1974 Elite was the first production year of a new Lotus concept – a four-seater sports car. Produced from 1974 to 1982, this second generation Elite had all the legendary handling and performance expected from a Lotus, and carried four adults in high-speed comfort. While outclassed by modern performance cars, in its day the front-engined, rear-wheel drive Elite boasted a higher top speed than a Porsche 911 – no doubt aided by a kerb weight of approximately 1016kg (2240lb).

Like previous production Lotuses, the Elite used fibreglass for its hatchback body, which was fitted to a steel backbone chassis evolved from the Elan and Europa. The Elite was the first of a new generation of Lotuses, including the Eclat, Excel and Esprit, to use the all-alloy, twin-cam 907 engine (which actually first appeared in the Jensen-Healey).

Spark’s 1:43 version of the Elite is beautifully detailed with many photo-etched parts including the front spoiler; windscreen wipers; hatchback frame and hinges; and minute individual Lotus lettering. The resin body means that the bonnet louvres and panel lines are sharply moulded, and the metallic gold paint is flawless. Particularly impressive are the chrome window frames which, in the past, were either simply reproduced in silver paint or more realistically in photo-etched steel. But Spark has now started to use chrome foil, which allows for a more scale-realistic flush finish – especially on compound-curved surfaces. Spark has once again delivered a top quality model that is sure to please Lotus fans.

Go into the draw to win the Spark brand 1:43 Lotus Elite featured here by clicking on the link below and answering the following question.

Name the designer of this second generation Lotus Elite?

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Competition closes on November 15, 2011.

We’ve gone a bit overboard this month to highlight Greenlight’s Country Roads series. These 1:64 die-cast models cover a wide range of, mostly, US cars. The models featured here include a 2008 Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor, 1966 Dodge D-100 and a 1975 Dodge Monaco.

If you’d like to enter the draw to win all three of these models, simply click on the link below and answer the following question:

Name the popular movie in which Elwood and Jake drove a ’74 Dodge Monaco?

Click here to enter the draw

Competition closes on November 15, 2011.

R3 – Race Rally Road is proudly 100 per cent Australian owned and all its apparel is designed, printed, labelled and packaged in Queensland, Australia and is of the highest quality available. Fabrics selected will always be 100 per cent cotton as R3 feels that natural materials provide the best comfort, durability and appearance.

All shirts have been pre shrunk and are constructed using double stitch seams for durability. All shirts come with a sewn-in woven R3 neck label listing care instructions. The sizes are generous and range from small to XXX large.

Featured here are just a few T-shirts from the range – Aston Martin DBR1, Porsche 956/962 and Senna Legend.

Thanks to R3 – Race Rally Road, we have one example of each of these T-shirts to give away – to enter click on the link below and answer the following question:

How many times did Ayrton Senna win the Monaco GP? (Let us know which T-shirt design you’d like to win)

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Competition closes on November 15, 2011.

Spark Riley Mk XI Model
Craig Metcalf, Whangarei

Autoart BMW 635CSi Model
Stephen Wells, Invercargill

Subscribe to NZ Classic Car this month and you could win one of six copies of this superb new motorsport book – NZ Festival of Motor Racing Celebrating Chris Amon.

Following the format of their successful commemorative book covering the NZ Festival of Motor Racing’s salute to Bruce McLaren, the talented Ground-Sky Photography team have come up with another winner to mark the Chris Amon tribute meeting which took place earlier this year at Hampton Downs.

A large format hardback, this well-produced book contains superb studies of every single car that competed at this historic meeting and Ground-Sky’s  photographers have captured some truly magical moments from the meeting – all of them superbly reproduced on thick, glossy pages.

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US model manufacturer, Greenlight Collectibles, currently has an interesting range of 1:64 scale two-car model sets – including the featured pairing of Sam Posey’s Dodge Challenger T/A and Bill Maier’s Ford Mustang GT. All Greenlight Collectibles’ sets come in their own display box, complete with an appropriate diorama.

Thanks to the NZ distributor, we are giving one lucky reader the chance to add this Road Racers set to their model collection. Just click on the link below and answer the following question:

In what year did Sam Posey race a F5000 in the Tasman Series?

Click here to enter the draw

Competition closes on October 15, 2011.

Thanks to the NZ AutoArt distributor, we are giving one lucky reader the chance to win this terrific, 1:18 die-cast model of the iconic Lotus-Cortina MkI valued at $199.95. Amazingly well detailed, this heavyweight model is a superb collectible – and very hard to get hold of, the last shipment of this model sold out within days.

To be in to win this desirable model just click on the link below and answer the following question:

At what UK race-track did the Lotus Cortina make its racing debut?

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Competition closes on October 15, 2011.

SPR limited has supplied us with two 1950s British sports cars to feature this month. Both are from their 1:43 Spark range, and both are beautifully modelled in resin with numerous photo-etched metal components, such as wipers, grilles and body trim. Because they are open top vehicles, Spark has made an extra effort with the interiors, and both are fully detailed.

Our first feature model is a cream 1950 Jaguar XK120 Roadster. This sensational successor to the SS100 was launched in roadster form at the 1948 London Motor Show, and was produced until 1954. Its ‘120’ name referred to the 120mph (193kph) top speed (faster with the windscreen removed) which made the XK120 the world’s fastest standard production car at the time of its launch. Spark Models has captured the XK120 perfectly in miniature, with its distinctive rear wheel spats, standard steel wheels, and absence of external door handles. Other 1:43 XK120 models soon to be released by Spark are the 1953 cabrio; the modified speed record ‘bubble-top’ that achieved 172mph on a closed dual carriage way near the town of Jabbeke in Belgium in 1953; and the #15 XK120 that raced at Le Mans in 1950.

Our second model is a red Aston Martin DB2/4 MkIII cabriolet from 1959 – more correctly simply called the Aston Martin MkIII. The MkIII was the final version of the very successful DB2 series, and it no longer featured the high grille found on the other DB2s, thus resulting in a much lower frontal profile. It was also the most powerful of the DB2 series, and interestingly shared the same 193kph top speed as the Jaguar XK120. Only 551 of the hand-built MkIIIs were produced during its production life from 1957 and 1959. Again Spark has captured the car beautifully in 1:43 scale, with the wire spoke wheels, dual-exhaust system and brightwork being especially impressive. Spark is also due to release a model of the 1953 DB2/4 cabriolet.

Go into the draw to win the Spark XK120 roadster featured here by clicking the link below and answering the following question.

In the July 2011 issue of our magazine we featured another 1:43 XK120 Jaguar from Spark Models. What year and model ‘120’ was it?

Click here to enter the draw

Competition closes on October 15, 2011.

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BMW introduced its Motorsport version of the Six Series coupé at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 1983. Essentially an E24 model fitted with a version of the M1 powerplant, the M635CSi sprinted from 0-96.5kph in 6.1 seconds before reaching a terminal speed just shy of 257kph (160mph). Now regarded as a true modern classic, the M635CSi remained in production until 1989.

New to AutoArt’s 1:43 range are these two models depicting the M635CSi – in silver or burgundy. Both models are extremely well detailed and include opening bonnets.

Thanks to the NZ distributor, we are giving away the burgundy car to a lucky reader. Just click on the link below and answer the following question:

In what year did BMW launch its first Six Series coupé?

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Competition closes on September 20, 2011.

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Spark’s feature model this month is a 1:43 Riley MkXI-Lexus #02, winner of the 2006 Rolex 24 at Daytona. The Target sponsored, Ganassi Racing Riley was driven by the trio of Scott Dixon, Dan Wheldon (both from IndyCar) and Casey Mears (from NASCAR), and recorded the first Rolex 24 Hour win for the Ganassi Team. The Kiwi connection is sure to make this model popular with collectors, but be quick – order one from your local hobby shop now, because this model will sell fast.

Over the last few years Spark has released an extensive collection of 1:43 Le Mans winners ranging from 1950 to 2011. It has now released a new range of over 20 Daytona winners, including models of the first placed Lotus 19, Lola T70, GT40, BMW CSL, March 83G, Jaguar XJR, Riley & Scott, Dallara-Judd, and of course a large selection of Porsche winners – not surprising, as the Stuttgart marque has won at Daytona 22 times! Next most successful marque is Ferrari with five wins, Ford with four, and Lexus with three victories.

Scott Dixon’s Riley MkXI-Lexus is from this new ‘Daytona Winners Collection’, which is distinguished by Spark’s unique black packaging. As with all Spark models, it is beautifully crafted, with the numerous ducts and vents in the resin bodywork being particularly well moulded. The multi-spoke wheels are finely detailed, and the many Target graphics are accurately applied.

Go into the draw to win the #02 Riley MkXI-Lexus featured here by clicking the link below and answering the following question.

What is the full name of the team owner of Ganassi Racing?

Click here to enter the draw

Competition closes on September 20, 2011.

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Designed especially for New Zealanders, this new, super tough Bahco screwdriver set comprises of ten tools that have been developed and customised especially for Kiwis, with the hard-working Kiwi DIYer and tradesperson in mind. With polished vanadium blades, chrome plating and ergonomically designed handles, this set is truly something special.

We have two sets of these super Bahco screwdrivers to give away to our readers, simply click on the link below and answer the following question to be in to win:

In what year was Bahco Tools established? (Hint: visit www.bahco.com to discover the answer)

Click here to enter the draw

Competition closes on September 20, 2011.

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We have ten double passes to the upcoming feature film Senna to give away.

Senna proved popular at this year’s NZ Film Festival and is now coming to cinemas nationwide. Shot in a documentary style it follows Ayrton Senna’s rise from Brazilian karting star to becoming arguably the greatest Formula One driver of that era.

Senna opens in theatres from September 1st, to enter the draw for tickets click on the link below and be ready to answer the following question.

How many times did Ayrton Senna win the Formula One World Championship?

Click here to enter the draw

Competition closes on September 02, 2011.

Classix Triumph Herald
Winner: Tony Jury, Marton

This Father’s Day, give your Dad a subscription to NZ Classic Car and put him and you in the draw to win a $6000 Sony 3D Home Theatre Pack.

This epic prize includes:

• Sony 55-inch 3D HD TV (model KDL55EX520)
• Sony 5.1ch 3D Blu-ray Home Theatre System
• Sony 3D Bloggie pocket sized digital recorder

When we draw a winner, we check to see if they were gifted their subscription. If they were, we contact the gifter to see whether they want the prize for themselves or to give it to the person they bought the subscription for – nice!

Subscribe to NZ Classic Car from only $49!

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Terms and conditions: 1. All existing, new and renewing subscribers to NZ Classic Car Magazine between 25/07/11 and 19/09/11 will go in the draw to win the prize package as stated. 2. The prize draw will be held on 30/09/11 and the winner will be notified by phone, mail or email within 14 days. 3. The prize is available to New Zealand residents only. 4. Staff (and their immediate families) of Parkside Media, advertisers and suppliers are not eligible to enter. 5. All entries become the property of Parkside Media and may be used for further promotional purposes. 6. Your subscription is deemed acceptance of these terms and conditions. 7. The promoter is Parkside Media, 254 Richmond Road, Grey Lynn, Auckland. 8. The decision of the judge is final and no correspondence will be entered into. 9. Prize winners agree to their photo receiving the prize being featured the participating magazines. 10. Parkside magazine subscriptions are non-refundable. 11. If the winning name drawn was gifted their subscription, we will contact the gifter and offer the gifter the prize or they can choose to give the prize to the recipient subscriber. 12. In the event that the prize becomes unavailable for any reason beyond Parkside Media’s control, Sony New Zealand Ltd may substitute a prize of equal or greater value.

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Despite the continuing onslaught of computer-based motor racing games, Scalextric’s brand of hands-on, table-top racing continues to grow in popularity helped, no doubt, by the staggering range of models now available.

New to the range this month is a lovely slot-racer version of the 1964 Monte Carlo Rally class-winning MGB, bound to be popular amongst classic racers. On a more modern note, Scalextric has also just released a model of the new McLaren MP4-12C finished, of course, in McLaren’s famous shade of orange.

Single-seater fans are also catered for with two very special, limited edition models – Jim Clark’s 1967 Lotus 49 is from Scalextric’s Collectors Club range and only 1500 units will be made. This beautifully built model is well-detailed, but you’ll need to be quick if you want to own an example – the NZ entitlement is very small.

He may be past his prime, but Michael Schumacher still has a strong following, and Schuey fans now have this terrific commemorative model of the Mercedes/ Petronas F1 car to add to their collection. Limited to only 3000 units worldwide, this model comes in its own presentation box.

Check out the huge range at your local model and hobby shop – and, thanks to the NZ distributor, we have one example of the fabulous McLaren MP4-12C to give away to a reader.

To enter the draw just click on the link below and be ready to answer the following question:

What type of engine powers the McLaren MP4-12C?

Click here to enter the draw

Competition closes on August 25, 2011.

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SPR Limited, local importer of Spark, Bizarre and TrueScale models, is offering readers a chance to win a 1:43 resin model of the #194 Ford GT40 Spyder driven by Bob Bondurant and Sir John Whitmore in the 1965 Targa Florio. It is from the Bizarre brand, which has to date produced about 20 different models of the GT40, ranging from the 1964 test car to 1966 Le Mans versions (the McLaren/ Amon winner from Le Mans 1966 is also due later this year).

This Bizarre model is of chassis number GT/111, one of the 12 original pre-production GT40s, and one of only five open top cars ever produced – GT/108 to GT/112 were all Spyders – making it an ultra-rare beast. GT/111 has a fascinating history, being first used in April 1965 for testing prior to the Le Mans 24 Hour, then running in the Targa Florio the following month.

John Wyer sent the Spyder to Sicily thinking the open cockpit would be cooler during the 10 laps of the 71km mountain road circuit. Equipped with a 4.7-litre (289ci) V8 and five-speed ZF gearbox, the Spyder was running as high as third in the race, but crashed on lap nine, when Bondurant ran into loose gravel spread by another car, hitting a wall, and tearing off a front wheel.

GT/111 was shipped back to England, but because the production GT40 was now available, plans to repair the Spyder were dismissed. So despite the fact it was not badly damaged, GT/111 languished in the back of the Ford Advanced Vehicles workshop and was gradually stripped of usable parts. After a clean up in the workshop, GT/111 was sent to a scrap merchant, and for the next 40 years was presumed destroyed.

Remarkably, in September 2006 the remains of a GT40 were discovered in a lock-up garage in Stratford in East London. And after scrutiny by Ronnie Spain (one of the most respected GT40 experts), it was declared to be GT/111, the missing Targa Florio car. With the provenance confirmed, restoration started, and a mere nine months later the finished car raced at the 2007 Goodwood Revival. It has been restored to its 1965 Targa Florio specifications, complete with Linden Green paint.

Since restoration it has been actively campaigned at classic events such as the Spa 6-Hour, Classic Le Mans, and Goodwood Revival. Earlier this year GT/111 was put up for auction but unfortunately it failed to sell – the highest bid of US$2,100,000 ($2,539,000) not enough to reach the reserve price!

To go into the draw to win the Bizzare brand Ford GT40 Spyder click on the link below and be ready to answer the following question:

What is the item number for this model? (hint: It starts with the letters ‘BZ’ and can be found on SPR’s online catalogue.)

Click here to enter the draw

Competition closes on August 25, 2011.

Check out the full range at www.spr.co.nz

Aussie Road Ragers 1971 XY Fairmont/Viscount Alumvan
Stuart Gibson, Tokoroa

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Although principally designed for model train hobbyists, these 1:76 die-cast models from Classix by Pocketbond make great collectibles – especially for those who don’t have the space (or money) to house a collection of larger, 1:18 scale models.

Now available in New Zealand, the Classix line-up covers a large range of ’50s and ’60s classics – featured in our line-up are two versions of the Thames van, a Morris J van, two Triumph Heralds – a convertible and a coupé – a Morris Minor and a Ford Zephyr/ Zodiac MkI.

We have one example of the Herald coupé to give away to a lucky reader.

To enter the draw just click on the link below and be ready to answer the following question:

Name the Italian designer who styled the Triumph Herald?

Click here to enter the draw

Competition closes on July 28, 2011.

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Last month we featured one of Spark’s Lightweight E-Type Jaguars from Le Mans 1963, and we continue the Jaguar theme this month with a beautiful model of a 1952 XK120 coupé.

One of the reasons why so many serious collectors favour the Spark brand is its method of construction. Spark uses resin for its bodies – not die-cast metal – because it provides extremely sharp body lines around doors, bonnets, vents etc, plus it uses hand assembled photo etching for delicate parts such as grilles, window frames, windscreen wipers and badges. Although a more expensive option than using cheaper plastic injection-moulded components, the photo etched parts provide scale thickness appearance – something that is appreciated by collectors.

Another characteristic of Spark is its use of extremely thin plastic sheet glued into each individual window frame, whereas most other manufacturers continue to use a single plastic injection moulding to represent all the windows in the car – which in 1:43 scales often looks too thick and unrealistic.

Spark’s 1:43 Jaguar XK120 coupé benefits from the modelling processes mentioned above, and it looks exquisite. If you get a chance, have a good look at this model at your local hobby shop. Standout features are the rear over-riders attached to photo etched brackets, the tubular exhaust, and driver side window which is modelled half down – highlighting the previously mentioned thin plastic sheet used for windows.

To go into the draw to win the Jaguar XK120 coupé click on the link below and be ready to answer the following question:

Why was this Jaguar called the ’120′?

Click here to enter the draw

Competition closes on July 28, 2011.

Check out the full range at www.spr.co.nz

AMT Shelby GT500
Paul Cronin, Pukekohe

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We know from past experience that many of our readers simply can’t resist an Aussie classic – whether it be a Ford or a Holden. Alas, no Aussie Holdens this month, but Ford fans will be thrilled to see the latest additions to the Aussie Road Ragers range.

The 1:64 die-cast models illustrated here show a 1969 XW Fairmont station wagon, a 1969 XW Falcon panel van (painted up in Mobilgas livery) and a 1971 XY Falcon panel van resplendent in Amoco colours.

However, pick of the crop has to be this delightful 1971 XY Fairmont station wagon. Finished in blue with a white roof, the Fairmont is pulling a vintage caravan – a 1967 Viscount Alumvan for all you caravanning spotters. The Ford even has a surfboard attached to its roof – how iconic can you get?

It gets better – thanks to Toymod, the NZ distributor of Aussie Road Rager models, we’ve got one example of the Fairmont/ Alumvan combo to give away to a lucky reader. Just answer the following question to be in to win.

In what year did the Fairmont appear in Ford Australia’s model range?

Thanks to the good guys at Toymod, the NZ Vanguards distributor, we have one example of the road-going Golf to give away to a lucky reader. Simply answer the following question.

In what year did the Fairmont appear in Ford Australia’s model range?

Click here to enter the draw

Competition closes on June 28, 2011.

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Privateers took the car racing right from the launch of the E-Type in 1961, but it took Jaguar a further two years to develop a genuine competition version – the aluminium-engined and bodied ‘Lightweight’ which weighed in at 975kg (2150lb), over 100kg less than the standard car. It was in fact a roadster with a hardtop which unfortunately provided less than ideal aerodynamics – some of the later cars were fitted with full fast-back coupé bodies that proved to be more effective.

Twelve of the Lightweights were produced and featured Lucas fuel injected, aluminium-block versions of the 3.8-litre Jaguar engine with over 224kW (300bhp). However, unlike its predecessors – the C and D-Type – the Lightweight did not win at Le Mans, Sebring, or any other major international races, but did have some success in lesser national races.

Our featured 1:43 model from Spark is one of the three cars ordered by American Briggs Cunningham for his assault on Le Mans in 1963. Cunningham first entered his three Lightweights – painted in his traditional colour scheme of white with two blue stripes – at the Sebring 12-hour prior to Le Mans, where they finished eighth, 19th and DNF. At Le Mans the cars were competitive in practice, but in race two, they were out before the 40th lap, while the surviving Lightweight finished ninth overall and second in class behind a Cobra Daytona Coupé.

Spark’s 1:43 version accurately models all the unique details of the Le Mans Lightweight including the vent in the roof and rear; fast-fill racing fuel cap; and aerodynamic aids behind the front wheels. Spark has modelled all three of the Cunningham Lightweights from Le Mans 1963 – our #15 feature car, and number 14 and 16 – plus the number eight, nine and 10 E-Types that Cunningham took to Le Mans in 1962.

Go into the draw to win the #15 Lightweight E-Type featured here by answering the following question:

Which New Zealander drove the #20 Cunningham E-Type Lightweight that finished eighth at Sebring in 1963?

Click here to enter the draw

Competition closes on June 28, 2011.

Check out the full range at www.spr.co.nz

When you subscribe or re-subscribe to NZ Classic Car this month, you could win a Total Garage System worth $7,000.

The prize is a garage organisation solution and garage furniture kitset from Total Garage. The prize package contains a GA70 6-piece Deluxe Starter (Ultimate Series Cabinets) 4 boxes of EzCarry Wall Panels 2.4m (each box has 4 panels – total 16), Grey, 2-piece EzCarry Shallow Basket, 4 pieces U Trims – EzCarry (Grey), and 2 bags of 50mm Drywall Screw Grey (100 screws in each bag). Installation of 6-piece cabinets and wall panel into the prize winner’s garage (Auckland winner only).

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• Automatic entry into all our subscriber draws.

Remember, all current NZ Classic Car subscribers are entered in the draw for all subscription prizes.

Terms and conditions: 1. All existing, new and renewing subscribers to NZ Classic Car magazine between 30/05/11 and 25/07/11 will go in the draw to win the prize package as stated. 2. The prize draw will be held on 1/08/11 and the winner will be notified by phone, mail or email within 14 days. 3. The prize is available to New Zealand residents only. 4. Staff (and their immediate families) of Parkside Media, advertisers and suppliers are not eligible to enter. 5. All entries become the property of Parkside Media and may be used for further promotional purposes. 6. Your subscription is deemed acceptance of these terms and conditions. 7. The promoter is Parkside Media, 254 Richmond Road, Grey Lynn, Auckland. 8. The decision of the judge is final and no correspondence will be entered into. 9. Prize winners agree to a photographic record and article of the install being featured the participating magazines. 10. Parkside magazine subscriptions are non-refundable. 11. If the winning names drawn were gifted their subscription, we will contact the gifter and offer the gifter the prize or they can choose to give the prize to the recipient subscriber. 12. Prize winners agree to their photograph being featured in NZ Classic Car magazine.