Michelin F1 Driving Experience Prototype – 1/18 – Grey wheels – Never released commercially

MICHELIN FORMULA 1 – DRIVING EXPERIENCE – SPIRIT OF THE RACE – 1/18 PROTOTYPE

Rare Michelin Formula 1 miniature that remained at the prototype stage and was never commercialized.

This 1/18 scale Michelin Driving Experience – Spirit of the Race single-seater is one of the few examples produced and presented before this version was ultimately abandoned and never reached the market.

A DISTINCTIVE FEATURE: ITS GREY RIMS

The originality of this version lies mainly in the grey color of its rims.

This particular configuration differentiates it from the more classic models and constitutes the essential characteristic of this prototype.

It is precisely this version with grey rims that remained at the prototype stage: a few examples were produced and presented, but the model was ultimately never truly commercialized.

It is, therefore, a miniature that is particularly difficult to find today.

MICHELIN DRIVING EXPERIENCE – SPIRIT OF THE RACE

The single-seater features the famous blue livery in Michelin colors, with the MICHELIN, Driving Experience, and Spirit of the Race markings.

Its aesthetic is directly associated with the world of Michelin Motorsport and Formula 1, making it a particularly interesting piece for collectors of the brand and motor racing memorabilia.

CONDITION AND SPECIFICATIONS

Model: Michelin F1 Driving Experience – Spirit of the Race

Scale: 1/18

Status: prototype – model never commercialized

Distinguishing feature: grey rims

Decoration: Michelin blue

Condition: new

Original packaging included

A RARE PIECE FOR MICHELIN COLLECTORS

The appeal of this miniature lies precisely in its history: it does not correspond to a version that was released for standard commercial sale.

Its status as a prototype, the few examples produced and presented, and above all its particular configuration with grey rims explain its current rarity.

A piece intended for collectors of Michelin, Bibendum, Formula 1, Michelin Motorsport, automotive miniatures, prototypes, and items related to the history of motor racing.

Price: €499

REF: 2025050