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AUTOart 81710 Ford GT #67 (2017 Le Mans) — 1:18 Collector Guide
AUTOart item 81710 is the 1:18-scale Ford GT number 67 raced by Andy Priaulx, Harry Tincknell and Pipo Derani for Ford Chip Ganassi Team UK at the 2017 24 Hours of Le Mans. The blue, red and white race livery, driver trio, number 67 and manufacturer number 81710 identify this release. The real car finished second in the LMGTE Pro class.
This is a completed collector model, not a plastic kit, slot car or radio-controlled car. Before buying, match the AUTOart number 81710, barcode 0674110817102, 1:18 scale, 2017 race identity and exact gallery photographs. Do not rely on “Ford GT #67” alone, because AUTOart also produced a different number 67 Le Mans model for 2019.
AUTOart 81710 quick identification
| Manufacturer | AUTOart |
|---|---|
| Item number | 81710 |
| Store SKU | F977-81710 |
| Barcode | 0674110817102 |
| Scale | 1:18 |
| Subject | Ford GT number 67, 2017 24 Hours of Le Mans |
| Drivers represented | Andy Priaulx, Harry Tincknell and Pipo Derani |
| Team | Ford Chip Ganassi Team UK |
| Race result | Second in the LMGTE Pro class |
| Format | Completed composite collector model |
Keep the manufacturer number and barcode with your receipt or collection record. The year in the title identifies the race car and event represented by the miniature; it should not be substituted for the model’s production date without separate documentation.
Why the 2017 number 67 matters
Ford returned to Le Mans in 2017 with four factory Ford GTs after winning the LMGTE Pro class in 2016. The number 67 entry paired full-season drivers Priaulx and Tincknell with Derani for the major endurance rounds. At Le Mans, the trio brought the car home second in class after a close finish.
That result gives item 81710 a clear place in a Ford GT race display: it represents the runner-up from the second year of the modern factory program. It is not the 2016 winning number 68 car, and it is not the 2019 number 67 celebration-livery car. The exact year, drivers and color arrangement are essential parts of the identity.
Use both exact product photographs
Use the two photographs together. A single angle can hide damage to a mirror, wing support, door edge or removable panel. When buying a different example, ask for additional views if a feature important to you is not visible.
AUTOart 81710 versus 81911
The closest same-brand confusion is AUTOart item 81911, the 2019 Ford GT number 67. Both are 1:18 AUTOart models of the same race number, but they represent different Le Mans entries and should remain separate collection records.
| Check | AUTOart 81710 | AUTOart 81911 |
|---|---|---|
| Race year | 2017 | 2019 |
| Driver trio | Priaulx / Tincknell / Derani | Priaulx / Tincknell / Bomarito |
| Primary visual identity | Blue, red and white Ford Chip Ganassi race livery | Red-and-white 1967 Ford Mark IV tribute livery |
| Le Mans context | Second in LMGTE Pro | Factory-program finale and heritage celebration |
| Manufacturer number | 81710 | 81911 |
Read the separate AUTOart 81911 Ford GT number 67 guide before choosing between the two. If the box is available, the item number is the fastest final check. For a loose model, match the livery and driver markings before using color alone.
Model features to verify on item 81710
Retail records for AUTOart 81710 describe a composite 1:18 model with opening doors, real rubber tires, steerable wheels, removable body covers and detailed exterior, interior and engine areas. They place its approximate dimensions at 10.75 inches long, 4.75 inches wide and 3 inches high. Treat those measurements as display-planning guidance rather than a substitute for measuring the exact example and its case.
Doors and hinges
Check that both doors lift and settle evenly without scraping the paint or sitting proud of the body. Ask whether the hinges hold position and whether either door has been forced.
Removable covers
Confirm that every removable front or rear cover is present, correctly seated and free from broken locating tabs. A loose model is incomplete when a removable panel is missing.
Steering, wheels and tires
Compare all four wheels for matching finish and alignment. Check tire seating, steering movement and wheel rotation gently; never force a mechanism that binds.
Wing, diffuser and small aero parts
The rear wing, diffuser, mirrors and small fins are exposed during handling. Inspect mounting points, leading edges and corners for stress, repair, glue residue or warping.
Function check: photographs establish visible condition but do not prove that hinges, steering or removable panels work correctly. Ask for a careful function check when those features affect the purchase.
Condition checks for the livery and clear parts
The race decoration contains many small boundaries, sponsor marks and number panels. Inspect the blue, red and white color transitions for chips, lifting, rubbing or touch-up work, especially around door openings, wheel arches and removable panels.
- Printed graphics: compare both sides for complete sponsor marks, matching number panels and clean alignment.
- Windows and light lenses: look for scratches, haze, cracks, adhesive fogging or fingerprints trapped inside.
- Panel edges: inspect paint around doors and covers where repeated opening can create contact marks.
- Mirrors and antennae: confirm every fine piece is present and straight.
- Ride height: view the car from the front and rear to catch an uneven wheel, bent axle or body that no longer sits level.
- Repair evidence: ask about replaced parts, glue, paint correction or panel work rather than treating a clean first photograph as proof of originality.
Packaging and completeness checklist
For a boxed example, the model, inner supports and outer package should be evaluated separately. A clean carton does not guarantee that the model is complete, while a worn carton does not automatically mean the car is damaged.
- Match AUTOart, item 81710, Ford GT number 67, 2017 Le Mans and 1:18 on the label.
- Confirm Priaulx, Tincknell and Derani in the release identity.
- Check the display base, inner tray, protective materials, fasteners and any instructions supplied with the example.
- Look for loose mirrors, antennae, wing pieces or covers inside the package.
- Make sure packing material does not press against delicate aero pieces or a door edge.
- Photograph the model and packaging before transport so later changes are documented.
Display and care for the 1:18 Ford GT
Plan the display around the car’s wing, mirrors and upward-opening doors, not just its basic length. Leave enough vertical clearance for any open feature you intend to show and enough depth so the rear wing never touches the case.
- Lift the model from a strong chassis or base area rather than the wing, mirrors or removable covers.
- Keep direct sunlight away from the livery, clear parts and tires.
- Use a stable, enclosed display when dust and accidental handling are concerns.
- Remove dust with a clean soft brush before considering any liquid cleaner.
- Retain the original packaging for transport, but never force a panel into a support that no longer aligns.
More models at the same scale are in the 1:18 diecast model collection. You can also compare Ford diecast models and the broader diecast model car collection.
Who should choose AUTOart 81710?
This release fits a collection focused on the modern Ford GT, Ford Chip Ganassi Racing, 2017 Le Mans, GTE Pro competition or detailed 1:18 endurance cars. It is particularly useful in a display that tracks Ford’s post-2016 Le Mans program by year and race number.
It is a less suitable choice when the collector actually wants the red-and-white 2019 tribute livery, a 2016 class winner or a smaller scale. Confirm shelf space, exact race year and package expectations before choosing it as a gift.
AUTOart 81710 FAQs
What does AUTOart 81710 represent?
It represents the Ford GT number 67 driven by Andy Priaulx, Harry Tincknell and Pipo Derani for Ford Chip Ganassi Team UK at the 2017 24 Hours of Le Mans.
How did the real number 67 finish?
The car finished second in the LMGTE Pro class.
Is 81710 the same as 81911?
No. Item 81710 represents the 2017 car and Derani driver lineup. Item 81911 represents the 2019 number 67 with Bomarito and a red-and-white heritage livery.
Is this a build kit?
No. It is sold as a completed 1:18 collector model.
Which moving or removable features should be checked?
Retail descriptions identify opening doors, steerable wheels and removable covers. Verify their operation on the exact example and do not force any mechanism.
Does this guide establish the current selling price?
No. Current price and availability belong to the live product page. This guide is for exact identification, condition, completeness and display planning.
Match the 2017 race identity before judging condition
Start with AUTOart 81710, 1:18 scale, 2017 Le Mans, number 67, Priaulx–Tincknell–Derani and the blue/red/white Ford Chip Ganassi livery. Once those details agree, inspect the doors, covers, wing, wheels, graphics, clear parts and package to decide whether the specific example meets your collection standard.
