{"product_id":"1-18-holden-vl-commodore-ss-group-a-team-perkins-larry-perkins-11-3rd-place-south-pacific-touring-car-championship-1987-preorder","title":"1:18 HOLDEN VL COMMODORE SS GROUP A - TEAM PERKINS - LARRY PERKINS #11 - 3RD PLACE - SOUTH PACIFIC TOURING CAR CHAMPIONSHIP - 1987 (Preorder)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSKU:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e B18VL87A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"product-sku__value\"\u003eETA: Qtr.4 - 2026 (Subject to Change)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"product-sku__value\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0314\/1048\/7435\/files\/Pre-order_Details_d0da46b5-95e6-42a5-96dd-762570ff4647.png?v=1780870857\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplica of the Holden VL Commodore SS Group A raced by Larry Perkins in the 1987 South Pacific Touring Car Championship.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLimited edition 1:18 scale diecast model with fully opening parts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes detailed race-prepped Holden V8 engine, full roll cage, harnessed race seat, and intricate fuel system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePresented in premium packaging with individually numbered Certificate of Authenticity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDelivery expected Q4 (October - December) 2026*\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eCelebrate the early years of Perkins Engineering with this superb 1:18 scale diecast replica of the Holden VL Commodore SS Group A, proudly backed by CASIO sponsorship, and driven by Larry Perkins in the 1987 South Pacific Touring Car Championship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eRun as a support event for the Australian Grand Prix in Adelaide, the 32-lap race marked Perkins’ first competitive outing in the new VL Commodore. Starting from pole position, Perkins battled fiercely against a competitive field of Ford Sierras, Nissan Skylines, and Holden VK Commodores before finishing a strong 3rd place behind Dick Johnson and George Fury. It was a milestone moment for Perkins, coming just a year after he had branched out to form his own team, Perkins Engineering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThis premium model authentically recreates that historic Commodore in striking detail. Every element has been carefully crafted, including the intricately reproduced race-spec Holden V8 engine under the bonnet. The fully opening diecast body reveals a race-prepared interior complete with roll cage, race seat and harness, and a finely detailed fuel system in the boot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eExpertly engineered and officially licensed, this model also features poseable front wheels, rubber tyres, and photo-etched detailing. Presented in collector-grade packaging and accompanied by an individually numbered Certificate of Authenticity, it is a must-have centerpiece for Holden fans and touring car collectors alike.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eSecure yours today and celebrate Perkins’ iconic 1987 performance at Adelaide!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Holden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47146406084747,"sku":"B18VL87A","price":375.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0314\/1048\/7435\/files\/B18VL87A.webp?v=1780871709","url":"https:\/\/thepits.co.nz\/products\/1-18-holden-vl-commodore-ss-group-a-team-perkins-larry-perkins-11-3rd-place-south-pacific-touring-car-championship-1987-preorder","provider":"The Pits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}