Bugatti T-57G, «Le Mans Tank»
Winner of Le Mans 1937 and 1939
Limited edition of 10 scratch built models by Sean
McKenna
1:8th scale
No. SM-3
Approximately $22,700.00
(Shown to the right are various photos. Click on a photo to see
larger images. See below for information on ordering.)
About Sean McKenna:
I feel more like a proud parent than an agent for Sean
McKenna and his marvelous models. These very rare 1:8th
scale Bugatti models are masterpieces and represent
exceptional value. Sean spent a good deal of time studying
with some well known European model makers. Not only has
he perfected and improved many modeling techniques learned
over the years, but he continues to hone and make
improvements in all areas to create superb collector models
that offer much more value for the money than some of the
more well known names. Just ask me and I’ll be glad to
thoroughly and accurately inform you.
About the T-57G model:
Here is one of the most amazing scratch built model editions
we’ve seen in a very long time. This masterpiece is 2 ft. in length. Practically all metal. The model pictured is of the first one Sean completed
which was photographed just before delivery and now resides in a substantial private model collection.
The edition of the Tank is limited to only 10 examples and 5 models are already sold. Each is serial numbered and each is built to order with 90%
of the model being scratch built. Approximately 500 hours go into the fabrication of each «Tank» model.
This edition has been extensively and thoroughly researched including a thorough examination of the only remaining car residing in a private
collection in the USA. Over 12 months went into the planning and fabrication of the prototype model.
Here is some very brief information of what goes into the creation of each.: The bodies are hammered from sheet brass, respecting the coach
building traditions of yesteryear; the aluminum and bronze lost wax castings used are of premier quality and are cast at one of France’s most
highly regarded foundries; machined parts are accurately turned & milled on conventional tools. Only the best available materials are employed
throughout, from lambs-hide to fruit-wood, and even Sterling silver. The details that go into each are too numerous to list. Perhaps most
importantly, each of the several thousand parts receive their appropriate and authentic patina, polish, bright plating, hand-rub or brush finish which
in completion lend an effect that tends to be as much a work of art as a scale model. Befitting as a Bugatti should!
Specific working features and details of note are: opening panels, functional suspension and steering, fully detailed engine and chassis.
You may select the «Tank» as the 1937 or 1939 Le Mans winner, or without any race numbers as shown in the photographs of the first model.
Aside from the actual fabrication time to build your model delivery time varies and depends on the backlog of orders being worked on. Please
note that the edition of the T-55 Roadster is close to being sold out and those models will continue to be offered and built until the limit of that
edition is reached.
Enjoy the photos!
Marshall Buck
You may place your order by telephone, e-mail, fax or regular mail. We accept checks, money orders, wire transfers and credit cards: VISA,
Master Card and American Express.