This is a precision die-cast model made by TSM (True Scale Miniatures). Customized with JPS tobacco decals. After application, a polymer coating is applied to protect the decals, and high-grade carnauba wax is applied for a glossy finish. You should be able to enjoy a deep luster that surpasses that of a new item. *An original shop certificate of completion is included. This is the 1978 South African specification. It won the race driven by Ronnie Peterson. *Image 11 is a picture from the race at the time. The Lotus 78, the first ground effect car in history. Mario Andretti, who test drove it, famously described its performance as if it were "painted to the road." It achieved overwhelming results in 1977 and won the World Championship. It was still competitive in the first half of the following year and was used until the switch to the developed Lotus 79. Ronnie Peterson, who returned from Tyrrell this year, joined the team, and it was thought that he would compete for the championship with Mario Andretti, the previous year's champion, but Ronnie passed away at the Italian Grand Prix this year. The model is a TSM die-cast. Unlike the resin models made by the same company, this one is very well-made, and according to some sources, it seems that they had received unreleased molds from Exoto, which had stopped mass production. This is evident from the fact that they commonly released models such as the Porsche 936/76 and Tyrrell P34. It seems that it was not profitable, and it was discontinued in a short period of time. This Lotus 78 is the first TSM die-cast model and can be said to be the best one. All cowls can be removed, and you can admire the highly detailed front section, suspension, and Ford DFV engine. It has been stored in a dark place, so both the outer box and the main body are in beautiful condition. Our shop's original one-off custom, tobacco decal products are listed below. #minidominionオリジナルカスタム