The 13,605m (as at 2007) Sarthe Circuit cuts through the closed off city streets of LeMans city in central France to set the scene each year in June for the world's greatest open entry race: the Le Mans 24 Hour Race. Rich in automobile history, the event goes back about 80 years to the first race in 1923. The ultimate racing machines born from each generation make their mark in history based on how many laps they can complete in the testing 24 hours around the circuit. Approximately 400,000 people attend during the race, which is televised around the world.
Results from 24 hours of racing depend not only on speed but equally on driver endurance, race strategy, machine durability and technical proficiency with the team work to resolve mechanical issues. Meeting these challenges at the Le Mans captures the true essence of motor racing. A Le Mans victory is proof of world-beating performance and for that honor car manufacturers and racing teams around the world pursue this highly sought after prize.
In the mini motor sports world, the MINI-Z Racer adds a stunning Le Mans machine to the lineup. The form of the original has been replicated down to the finest detail. Relive the dramatic racing history of Le Mans with this MINI-Z Racer either as a display or as a high-performance running model.
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