Pocher is proud to unveil its latest masterpiece: the Porsche 917 Gulf Edition 1:8 Scale Model Kit, the legendary racing car that ruled the 1970s tracks. With 312 highly detailed pre-decorated parts, it meticulously captures every detail of the original, appealing to collectors and motorsport enthusiasts alike. The 917's triumph at the 1971 Le Mans solidified its track legend status, piloted by icons like Derek Bell and showcasing unmatched performance. Constructed with precision components and premium materials including metal, rubber, and textiles, each Pocher model reflects the brand's pursuit of excellence. From the replicated chassis to the finely crafted interior, the model embodies authenticity and meticulous attention to detail, honouring the timeless legacy of the Porsche 917.
The concept was outrageous: Build (at huge expense) not one but 25 Le Mans challengers, thereby qualifying for ‘sports car’ status, sidestepping a 3.0 litre prototype limit. At a stroke, the resultant 4.5-5.0 litre 917 (the largest capacity air cooled race car ever) rendered its prototype rivals obsolete. Truly one of the most iconic race cars in the history of motorsport. Whilst at first it had been an unwieldy beast, tamed for 1970, it had the measure of its rivals. For two seasons it trampled its opposition and won world championship race after championship race, including Le Mans in 1970 and 1971, subsequently its speed dubbed as ‘too fast’ at over 240mph lead rule makers to throw out large capacity race cars from endurance racing; at which point it turned its sights to America where it proceeded to shatter its rivals in turbocharged form, cementing its legacy as one of the greatest racing cars of all time. This livery is the 1971 Gulf liveried 917k, raced by motorsport legends Derek Bell and Swiss Jo Siffert at the 1000km Monza, where it placed second, only behind its sister Porsche 917k.