The Ferrari 156 F1 is one of the defining cars of early-1960s Formula 1, and this 1:18 scale model by Werk83 ties it to a single, precisely documented moment: Phil Hill's winning drive at the 1961 Belgian Grand Prix, Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps, on 18 June 1961. The car carried race number 4 in Rosso Corsa with a white nose band, and every detail of that livery is reproduced here in die-cast metal.
The Ferrari 156 F1 — Engineering Behind the Sharknose
Designed by Carlo Chiti and built to comply with the 1.5-litre Formula 1 regulations introduced for 1961, the Ferrari 156 F1 was immediately recognisable for its twin-nostril front bodywork — the feature that earned it the 'Sharknose' nickname. The package proved dominant throughout the 1961 season, with Ferrari securing both the Drivers' and Constructors' Championships.
Phil Hill at Spa — The Race That Shaped a Championship
On 18 June 1961, Hill crossed the line first at Spa-Francorchamps, with Ferrari team-mates Wolfgang von Trips second and Richie Ginther third — a clean sweep of the podium. That Belgian GP victory was central to Hill's march towards the 1961 Formula 1 World Drivers' Championship, which he secured later that year. In doing so, Hill became the first American driver to win the Formula 1 title, a landmark in motorsport history that gives this particular race number, car and result their lasting significance.
The Werk83 1:18 Scale Model Car
Werk83 has established a reputation for high-fidelity die-cast Formula 1 replicas at 1:18 scale, with surface detail and paint accuracy that place their releases firmly at the collector end of the market. This model replicates the Rosso Corsa finish and white nose band of Hill's race-winning car, carries race number 4, and is constructed in die-cast metal throughout. The combination of an iconic chassis, a championship-defining result and Werk83's production standards makes this a focused, document-quality piece.
Frequently asked questions
What race does this model represent?
It represents Phil Hill's Ferrari 156 F1, race number 4, which won the 1961 Belgian Grand Prix at Spa-Francorchamps on 18 June 1961.
Who was Phil Hill and why is the 1961 Belgian GP significant?
Phil Hill was an American racing driver who became the 1961 Formula 1 World Drivers' Champion — the first American to hold the title. His victory at Spa was one of the key results in that championship season.
What material is the Werk83 model made from?
The model is die-cast metal, produced by Werk83 at 1:18 scale.
What livery does the model carry?
Rosso Corsa (Ferrari red) with a white nose band and race number 4, matching Hill's car at the 1961 Belgian Grand Prix.
