With the approaching 2024 edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans race in France, automotive enthusiasts eagerly anticipate the participation of various car manufacturers, each preparing meticulously for this ultimate endurance challenge.
Among the contenders, BMW, renowned for its performance heritage, enters the grueling competition with two prominent models: the M Hybrid V8 and M4 GT3.
The M Hybrid V8 marks BMW’s return to prototype racing, following its commendable performance in the IMSA series (GTP category) last season. In celebration of BMW’s 25th anniversary since winning the Le Mans race with the V12 LMR, the M Hybrid V8 will compete in the FIA World Endurance Championship (FIA WEC) races of 2024, specifically in the hypercar category.
Accompanying the M Hybrid V8 is the formidable M4 GT3, a sleek racing machine poised to participate in the WEC, providing BMW with an additional entry in the LMGT3 class at Le Mans.
These two exceptional vehicles have garnered attention beyond the racetrack, as they have been immortalized in a new expansion of the Speed Champions line by renowned toymaker LEGO.
Presented as part of the same set, enthusiasts can now enjoy building both models, each meticulously crafted with 676 plastic pieces. BMW proudly describes these replicas as faithful representations of the original cars, featuring distinctive BMW M elements such as paintwork and aerodynamic components like diffusers, exhaust tailpipes, and spoilers.
The interior detailing is equally impressive, with accurate recreations that enthusiasts can appreciate by removing the roof panels to reveal miniature racing drivers positioned behind the steering wheel.
These Speed Champions Bimmers are now available for purchase, retailing at $44.99 through the LEGO online store and BMW’s Lifestyle online shop, offering enthusiasts an opportunity to own a piece of automotive history in miniature form.