Gemballa Mirage GT 1:18 Diecast by IVY – Black

A Rare German Coachbuilt Supercar

The Gemballa Mirage GT Limited Edition 1:18 Scale Resin Model by IVY brings one of the rarest supercars ever built to your collection. Finished in a striking Matte Black with bold red accents, this model honors a car built on the legendary Porsche Carrera GT platform. It’s more than a replica. It’s a tribute to Gemballa’s extreme approach to coachbuilt performance engineering.

This edition is individually numbered 20 of only 50 pieces produced worldwide, making it an exceptionally rare addition to any serious resin model collection. IVY has built a strong reputation among collectors for capturing extreme, low-volume vehicles with real precision. This Mirage GT model reflects that same commitment to detail and accuracy.

The Story Behind the Mirage GT

The Gemballa Mirage GT holds a unique place in automotive history. Built by German tuning house Gemballa using the Porsche Carrera GT as its foundation, the Mirage GT features a dramatic carbon-fiber body redesign. Only a handful of these cars were ever produced, making the original vehicle one of the rarest modified supercars in existence.

Because of its extremely limited production, the Mirage GT remains largely unknown outside dedicated supercar and tuning circles. This model gives collectors a rare chance to own a faithful replica of a vehicle most enthusiasts will never see in person.

Striking Matte Black Finish with Red Accents

The Matte Black finish gives this model a menacing, purposeful presence. Resin construction allows for exceptionally sharp panel lines and crisp surface detail, replicating the aggressive, understated look of the real car’s carbon-fiber bodywork with remarkable accuracy. Paired with bold red wheel accents and red interior detailing, the color combination creates a striking visual contrast.

Every body line and vent has been carefully sculpted and reproduced. The extended front splitter, side intakes, and dramatic rear wing all echo Gemballa’s radical redesign of the Carrera GT platform. Resin modeling allows for finer, more precise detailing than traditional diecast, capturing subtle body contours that would be difficult to achieve otherwise.

An Aggressive, Race-Inspired Rear Wing

The oversized rear wing stands out immediately as one of the Mirage GT’s most distinctive features. IVY reproduces this wing with sharp, accurate proportions and a purposeful, motorsport-inspired stance. The wing’s structure and aerodynamic shape capture the extreme downforce-focused engineering that defines this vehicle.

This wing isn’t purely decorative. On the real Mirage GT, aggressive aerodynamic elements like this play a crucial role in high-speed stability, reflecting Gemballa’s motorsport-driven design philosophy.

A Cockpit Rendered in Fine Detail

Through the cabin glass, the interior reveals the same level of care found across the exterior. Red and black upholstery echoes the real car’s bold interior color scheme, while the dashboard, steering wheel, and center console are all sculpted with careful attention to proportion and finish. As a sealed resin model, the cabin is presented as a fixed, fully finished display feature rather than an accessible opening component, letting you appreciate the detail without moving parts to worry about.

This static presentation style is a hallmark of premium resin modeling, prioritizing sculptural accuracy and paint finish over mechanical features.

Wheels and Braking Details

The wheels use a multi-spoke design finished in matte black, with bold red wheel rings that echo the car’s exterior accent color. This two-tone wheel treatment adds real visual drama, tying the entire design together. Red brake calipers are visible through the spokes, reinforcing the model’s aggressive, performance-oriented character.

The tires feature realistic sidewall detailing and proportions, completing the wheel assembly with an authentic, high-quality finish that matches the intensity of the original vehicle.

Why the Gemballa Mirage GT Matters

Gemballa built a reputation as one of the most extreme independent coachbuilders in the automotive world, known for radically transforming Porsche models into one-off or ultra-limited creations. The Mirage GT represents the pinnacle of this approach, taking the already legendary Carrera GT and pushing its design and performance even further.

Because so few Mirage GT examples exist, owning a detailed resin replica offers collectors a rare opportunity to celebrate this extreme engineering philosophy without the near-impossible task of acquiring the real vehicle.

An Exceptionally Rare Collectible

With only 50 pieces produced worldwide, and this unit individually numbered 20/50, this model offers genuine exclusivity that few resin releases can match. Limited-edition models representing rare, low-production vehicles like the Mirage GT often become highly sought-after among serious collectors over time.

Resin models are prized precisely because of this kind of exclusivity, as many resin releases are produced in far smaller runs than standard diecast models. Keeping the original packaging and handling the model with care will help preserve its condition and long-term collector value. This model works well as a personal collection centerpiece or as a truly distinctive gift for any Porsche or supercar enthusiast.

Premium Presentation for Serious Collectors

This model arrives mounted on a premium white display base with stitched detailing, adding a refined, gallery-quality presentation. A branded nameplate clearly identifies the model, completing the professional display experience.

IVY brings meticulous resin craftsmanship to rare and extreme vehicles that many other manufacturers overlook. This Mirage GT model reflects that dedication, offering collectors a piece that stands apart from more commonly replicated supercars.

Built for Adult Collectors

Given its detailed sculpting and 1:18 scale, this model suits adult collectors rather than casual play. As with all resin models, it should be handled carefully and displayed away from direct sunlight or extreme temperatures to preserve its finish. It ships in protective packaging designed to keep it safe during transport, and we recommend retaining that packaging for future storage or resale purposes.

Whether displayed solo or alongside other rare supercar models, this Matte Black Mirage GT brings genuine exclusivity and dramatic design to any collection.

The Bottom Line

This Gemballa Mirage GT Limited Edition model combines a striking Matte Black finish with red accents, exceptionally sharp 1:18 scale resin detailing, and a faithfully sculpted interior. Built by IVY and limited to just 50 pieces worldwide, this piece offers real value for anyone who appreciates rare, coachbuilt supercar engineering.

For Porsche enthusiasts and serious resin model collectors alike, this piece delivers craftsmanship, extreme rarity, and dramatic design in equal measure. It stands as a fitting tribute to one of the rarest supercars ever built.

Product Specifications

• Car Model: Gemballa Mirage GT
• Edition: Limited Edition – 20/50 Pieces
• Scale: 1:18
• Manufacturer: IVY
• Colour: Matte Black with Red Accents
• Product Type: Diecast Model Car
• Material: Diecast construction with detailed finishing
• Features: Detailed cockpit interior, red and black upholstery, aggressive rear wing, matte black wheels with red accents
• Exterior Details: Extended front splitter, sculpted side intakes, red brake calipers, carbon-fiber-style body panels
• Display Base: Premium stitched white base with branded nameplate
• Packaging: Collector-grade protective packaging
• Recommended For: Adult collectors and automotive enthusiasts