Review by CoMod martinmm of the Carrera DIGITAL 124 1964 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport (23712)
The Corvette Grand Sport driven by Jim Hall and Roger Penske at the 1964 12 Hours of Sebring held one of the top positions for hours. Ultimately, due to a broken driveshaft, they had to make a lengthy pit stop and finished the race in 18th place, 37 laps behind the winning Ferrari 275. The Corvette was powered by a 6.2-liter Chevrolet V8 engine.
The 1:24Carrera
scale model from
is just as impressive as its real-life counterpart from that era. The interior is fully rendered in the authentic color scheme of the original display car. Even the driver bears a certain resemblance to one of the racers from that era.
Appearance/Workmanship:
The test vehicle is well-built—no cosmetic defects were found. The hood is a separate part, which makes it easy to create different versions of the vehicle. Overall, the body is meticulously crafted, though this does add to the weight. The race number lights are merely printed on—likely to accommodate
other versions and avoid creating unnecessary holes in the body. The tires fit very tightly on the rims, so extreme caution is advised when changing them.
Technology: Equipped with a D124 chip, the Corvette can beCarrera
operated on both
digital tracks and in analog mode. The pivot point of the keel is located just behind the front axle. The gear ratio of 10:50 is the current standard for Carrera Digital 124
.
Handling: I tested it exclusively without a magnet on a 13-meter-long track at home at 18 volts. The massive rear wheels absolutely must be sanded flat on a sanding board. Then they provide quite good grip. Acceleration and braking performance are good despite the large wheel circumference. When braking, the rear wheels come to a near standstill—which looks pretty cool. At 217 g, it’s certainly no lightweight, but the Corvette can be driven briskly around corners with controlled drifts. It punishes too-fast corner entry with derailment.
Conclusion
: The Corvette gives the impression of high-quality craftsmanship, even if—true to the prototype—it lacks delicate details. The openwork side vents behind the front wheels are particularly nice. It provides a solid foundation for driving without a magnet. However, the vehicle can still be optimized with minimal effort.
The Ferrari 250 GTO appears to be a historically accurate rival, though it already has a slight advantage due to its lower weight. A welcome addition for 2009 would be the Shelby Cobra and the Porsche 904 GTS, which were also entered in the same race. The simultaneously released version of the presentation car has a well-chosen color scheme. It serves as an excellent base for your own creations to bridge the gap while waiting for additional versions. Matching decals are available at specialty retailers!
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The Corvette Grand Sport driven by Jim Hall and Roger Penske at the 1964 12 Hours of Sebring held one of the top positions for hours. Ultimately, due to a broken driveshaft, they had to make a lengthy pit stop and finished the race in 18th place, 37 laps behind the winning Ferrari 275. The Corvette was powered by a 6.2-liter Chevrolet V8 engine.
The 1:24
Appearance/Workmanship:
The test vehicle is well-built—no cosmetic defects were found. The hood is a separate part, which makes it easy to create different versions of the vehicle. Overall, the body is meticulously crafted, though this does add to the weight. The race number lights are merely printed on—likely to accommodate
other versions and avoid creating unnecessary holes in the body. The tires fit very tightly on the rims, so extreme caution is advised when changing them.
Technology: Equipped with a D124 chip, the Corvette can be
Handling: I tested it exclusively without a magnet on a 13-meter-long track at home at 18 volts. The massive rear wheels absolutely must be sanded flat on a sanding board. Then they provide quite good grip. Acceleration and braking performance are good despite the large wheel circumference. When braking, the rear wheels come to a near standstill—which looks pretty cool. At 217 g, it’s certainly no lightweight, but the Corvette can be driven briskly around corners with controlled drifts. It punishes too-fast corner entry with derailment.
Conclusion
: The Corvette gives the impression of high-quality craftsmanship, even if—true to the prototype—it lacks delicate details. The openwork side vents behind the front wheels are particularly nice. It provides a solid foundation for driving without a magnet. However, the vehicle can still be optimized with minimal effort.
The Ferrari 250 GTO appears to be a historically accurate rival, though it already has a slight advantage due to its lower weight. A welcome addition for 2009 would be the Shelby Cobra and the Porsche 904 GTS, which were also entered in the same race. The simultaneously released version of the presentation car has a well-chosen color scheme. It serves as an excellent base for your own creations to bridge the gap while waiting for additional versions. Matching decals are available at specialty retailers!
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