Introduced at the 1953 Paris Auto Show, the Porsche 550 was the brand’s first-ever production race car and was uniquely designed low to the ground for speed and agility. It quickly proved its dominance, winning its debut race at Nürburgring and achieving class victories at prestigious events like le Mans and the Carrera Panamericana, with driver Hans Herrmann famously sliding one under railroad gates during the 1953 Mille Miglia. Race car driver Ken Miles called it the “greatest long-distance racer in the world,” and despite its low power figures, the Porsche Spyder could take down cars with greater power and speed. A symbol of the brand’s commitment to innovation, the 550 introduced technologies that shaped future sports car design and established Porsche as a top competitor in international racing. Today the 550 has achieved legendary status and has even sold for over $5 million at auction.

Now the race car that marked a pivotal moment in the brand’s history can be yours with the new 1956 Porsche 550 A Spyder,  a precision-engineered die cast that replicates the aerodynamic details of the original in exact 1:18 collector scale. Every nuance, from the Spyder’s minimalist interior- with twin bucket seats and a tachometer-centred dashboard- is recreated with authenticity. Its sleek front fascia, marked by its teardrop-shaped body badge, also gives it its aerodynamic look. The rear design boasts a tapering tail with integrated cooling vents, low-profile fenders and an aerodynamic form that emphasises both speed and performance. Plus open the hood for a glimpse of details of the 1.5-litre flat-four engine famous for producing 110 horsepower, reaching over 140 mph!

This edition is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity and our famous 365-day money-back guarantee. Strong demand is expected for this collectable, so don’t wait. Order now!