26.02.2026From Sim to DTM

The 2023 DTM season not only delivered thrilling battles and close title decisions, but also one of the most extraordinary driver stories of recent years. In the No. 9 Porsche 911 GT3 R, a driver whose career path was anything but conventional stepped onto the DTM stage: Tim Heinemann, who transitioned from virtual racing simulators to the real thing.

Minichamps has now recreated this remarkable DTM debut in scale 1:43. The model impresses with its precise proportions, cleanly applied sponsor logos, and authentic paintwork, including the "From Sim to DTM" lettering. Despite its compact scale, the level of detail is remarkable. From the front end with its distinctive air intakes to the rear with diffuser and wing, the model appears coherent and authentic. Collectors will be particularly interested to know that the model was produced exclusively for ck-modelcars and is limited to just 444 pieces.

Under the motto "From Sim to DTM," prominently displayed on his race car, Heinemann wrote a modern chapter in motorsport. His career didn't begin in karting or junior formulas, but in professional sim racing. There, he quickly made a name for himself, winning several top-class competitions and proving that talent, racing intelligence, and precision aren't limited to physical racetracks. The move to real-world motorsport followed with successes in GT and touring car racing, before finally making the jump to the DTM.

The Porsche 911 GT3 R that Heinemann piloted in 2023 was anything but an entry-level car. The 992-generation 911 GT3 R is a highly advanced GT3 race car with a roughly 565 hp 4.2-liter six-cylinder boxer engine. Wide fenders, sophisticated aerodynamics, and the distinctive rear wing define the appearance of this uncompromisingly performance-oriented vehicle.

Tim Heinemann's 911 GT3 R is more than just another DTM model. It represents change in motorsport, new career paths, and proof that talent finds its way, whether on screen or on the racetrack.

A thrilling piece of DTM history in miniature – a must-have for fans of modern motorsport stories.

Porsche 911 GT3 R #9 DTM 2023 Tim Heinemann 1:43 Minichamps, RRP €69.95, item-no.: 413236309

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Porsche 911 GT3 R #9 DTM 2023 Tim Heinemann 1:43 Minichamps

69,95 €