Premium X 1:18 Lotus 97T #12 Ayrton Senna Winner Portugal GP Formula 1 1985

Premium X 1:18 Lotus 97T No.12 – Ayrton Senna – Winner Portugal GP 1985

Celebrate one of the defining moments in Formula 1 history with this 1:18 scale Premium X replica of the Lotus 97T No.12 driven by Ayrton Senna to victory at the 1985 Portuguese Grand Prix. This race marked Senna’s first Formula 1 victory and provided an early glimpse of the extraordinary talent that would eventually make him one of the most celebrated drivers in motorsport history.

The 1985 season was Senna’s first with Team Lotus, and the Lotus 97T quickly became one of the most recognizable Formula 1 cars of the turbo era. Powered by a Renault turbocharged V6 and finished in the legendary black and gold racing livery, the 97T combined aggressive aerodynamics, tremendous power, and classic 1980s Formula 1 styling.

On April 21, 1985, Senna started the Portuguese Grand Prix at Estoril from pole position in extremely difficult wet conditions. What followed became one of the performances that established his reputation as an exceptional wet-weather driver. Senna led every lap, recorded the fastest lap, and dominated the race to claim the first Grand Prix victory of his Formula 1 career.

Premium X recreates this historic Lotus 97T in 1:18 scale with the unmistakable black and gold racing livery, authentic No.12 markings, period sponsor graphics, detailed aerodynamic bodywork, and the distinctive proportions of Lotus’ 1985 Formula 1 challenger. The exposed suspension components, period-style wheels and tires, rear wing assembly, and detailed cockpit help capture the character of one of Senna’s most historically important race cars.

For Ayrton Senna collectors, the significance of this particular car goes well beyond its appearance. The 1985 Portuguese Grand Prix represented Senna’s breakthrough moment in Formula 1 and the first of what would ultimately become 41 Grand Prix victories. His dominant performance at Estoril remains one of the most celebrated drives of his early career.

Key Features

• Ayrton Senna Lotus 97T No.12
• Winner of the 1985 Portuguese Grand Prix
• Senna’s first Formula 1 Grand Prix victory
• 1:18 scale model by Premium X
• Authentic black and gold period racing livery
• Accurate No.12 race markings and sponsor graphics
• Detailed cockpit, suspension, wheels, and aerodynamic bodywork
• Faithful recreation of the Renault-powered Lotus 97T
• Important collectible from Senna’s first season with Team Lotus
• Removable Engine Cover

Collector Notes

• Senna started the 1985 Portuguese Grand Prix from pole position
• He led every lap in extremely wet conditions
• Senna also recorded the fastest lap of the race
• The victory was the first of Senna’s 41 Formula 1 Grand Prix wins
• The Lotus 97T remains one of the most iconic Formula 1 cars associated with Ayrton Senna

The Premium X 1:18 Lotus 97T No.12 is an essential addition for collectors of Ayrton Senna, Team Lotus, and classic Formula 1 machinery. Representing the race where Senna became a Formula 1 Grand Prix winner for the first time, it captures one of the most important moments in the career of a motorsport legend.