1972 Mercedes Benz 300 SEL 6.8 AMG #56 "The Red Pig" 1:18 Diecast Model Car by Werk83

The Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL 6.8 AMG No. 56, famously driven by Hans Heyer in the 1972 200 Miles of Nuremberg at the Norisring, marked a turning point for AMG as a serious racing force. Known as the "Red Pig" due to its massive size and bold color, the heavily modified luxury sedan stunned the motorsport world by competing—and succeeding—against lighter, more agile cars. Hans Heyer, a colorful and daring German driver, was known for his flamboyant style and fearless racing, and he piloted the car with remarkable aggression and skill. What set this race apart was the sheer audacity of AMG entering a heavyweight luxury saloon in a sprint race dominated by nimble touring cars. Against all odds, the Red Pig secured a podium finish, cementing AMG’s reputation and laying the foundation for its future in high-performance motorsport.