Renault R25 with Michelin Man

Minichamps 1/43 Fernando Alonso Renault R25 (Michelin Edition) Japan Exclusive

This model was produced by M Creatives for Michelin. The model was made by Minichamps and was only available in Japan for a limited time. This Michelin exclusive was produced in small numbers.
Trivia: The Michelin’s man is called Bibendum in French-speaking countries, “drinking” in Latin. The first ads for Michelin had something for a slogan as “Michelin tyres drink kilometers”, hence the nickname.




The car is known for its elaborative implementation of the 'shark gills' which were previously used by Ferrari on a smaller scale. Although being usually slower than the McLaren MP4-20 in the second half of the season, Renault took the advantage in the first half of the season where they won the first 6 grand prix.