{"product_id":"1-18-scale-2026-bathurst-1000-winner-17-ford-mustang-kostecki-hazelwood-model-pre-order","title":"1:18 Scale 2026 Bathurst 1000 Winner #17 Ford Mustang Kostecki\/Hazelwood Model (PRE-ORDER) (50% DEPOSIT, $299 FULL PRICE)","description":"\u003ctable style=\"cell-padding: 4px;\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: red; color: white;\"\u003eThis is a pre-order product, to secure this product we require a 50% \u003cstrong\u003enon-refundable\u003c\/strong\u003e deposit, payable today, of $149.50.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnce the product is ready for delivery, we will send you an invoice for the remaining $149.50, plus postage.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 2026 Repco Bathurst 1000 delivered another unforgettable chapter in the history of Australia’s Great Race, with Brodie Kostecki and Todd Hazelwood claiming a remarkable last-lap victory aboard the #17 Shell V-Power Racing Team Ford Mustang GT.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStarting from second on the grid, Kostecki and Hazelwood established themselves as the dominant combination throughout much of the 161-lap contest at Mount Panorama. The pair controlled the race for extended periods, building a commanding lead of over 20 seconds before a lengthy penultimate pitstop, caused by a delayed right-front brake change, threatened to derail their hopes of victory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRejoining almost 30 seconds behind the leader, Kostecki faced an enormous challenge to recover the lost ground. However, a strategic advantage gained through the extended stop allowed the team to delay its final fuel stop until lap 150, setting up a thrilling charge to the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReturning to the circuit in fourth position, 18 seconds off the lead, Kostecki immediately went on the attack, twice breaking the lap record as he rapidly closed the gap to the cars ahead. A late Safety Car then brought the field together, setting the stage for a dramatic three-lap sprint to the chequered flag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter moving into second position, Kostecki began hunting down race leader Anton De Pasquale. In an extraordinary final-lap twist, De Pasquale’s Camaro ran out of fuel, allowing Kostecki to sweep into the lead on Mountain Straight and secure a famous Bathurst victory by just 1.1844 seconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result marked a second Bathurst 1000 triumph for both Kostecki and Hazelwood, following their victory together in 2024, and delivered Dick Johnson Racing its fifth win in the iconic endurance race. The #17 Mustang also established a new record for the fastest Bathurst 1000 in history, completing the 1000-kilometre contest in just 5 hours, 54 minutes and 4.7490 seconds.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 1:18 scale model is scheduled to be produced in high-detail die-cast with opening parts, including the bonnet and both front doors, and includes a scale replica of the Peter Brock Trophy, the #1 Pit Board and both Ford\/Team celebration posters. An individually numbered Certificate of Authenticity presented in its own, protective cardboard folder will also be included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis limited edition model will be a particularly special release for Dick Johnson Racing fans and collectors alike. More than just a replica of a Bathurst-winning Supercar, it represents an unforgettable moment of triumph, emotion and history for one of Australian motorsport’s most celebrated teams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDon’t miss your opportunity to secure this special Bathurst winner for your collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Render of design pictured. In the case the manufacturer does not produce the item, we will refund the full deposit.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"V8 Sleuth Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58644329005359,"sku":"ACD18F26BW","price":149.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1372\/9419\/files\/ACD18F26BW.webp?v=1791935279","url":"https:\/\/superstore.v8sleuth.com.au\/products\/1-18-scale-2026-bathurst-1000-winner-17-ford-mustang-kostecki-hazelwood-model-pre-order","provider":"V8 Sleuth Superstore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}