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Crowning Brown: Supercars Newest Champion
Another Will from Toowoomba brings home a big trophy
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Nov 19, 2024
 
 

Imagine clinching a podium finish at every single Supercars event of the season, taking victory at the iconic Sandown 500, and being crowned Supercars Champion—only to still be the second-most famous Will from Toowoomba! The most famous, of course, is two-time Indycar Champion, Indy 500 winner, and the record-holder for the most poles in Indycar history, Will Power.

Success doesn’t get much more legendary than that but Will Brown, in his own way, has had a legendary season becoming the first driver since Dick Johnson in 1984 to podium at every round of the championship, crowning his near-flawless season with an unexpected triumph in Race 2 at Adelaide to claim the Adelaide 500 title. 

There's a Lowndes-like quality to Brown's personality blending humility and humor with undeniable skill behind the wheel. His blend of personality and performance has already established him as a fan favorite. Now, as a Supercars champion, his growing popularity is likely to ignite even greater enthusiasm—extending into the collector community.

Will became a full-time driver with Erebus in 2021, meaning his back catalogue for models isn't extensive. There have been just four Will Brown (single driver) cars and a further five Enduro cars, all produced by Authentic Collectables.

Season Cars

Product Code Image Model Event No. Made
ACR18H21C ZB Commodore 2021 Season Test 306
ACR18H21H
ZB Commodore 2021 BP Ultimate Sydney 
SuperSprint
Race 28 Winner
360
ACR18H21A ZB Commodore 2021 Townsville 500 504
ACR18H22C ZB Commodore 2022 Season 204


Enduro Cars

Product Code Image Model Event No. Made
ACR18H18D ZB Commodore 2018 Supercheap Auto 
Bathurst 1000 


Anton de Pasquale
(co-driver)
300
ACR18H18L ZB Commodore 2018 Sandown 500 
Retro Round

Anton de Pasquale
(co-driver)
474
ACR18H19D ZB Commodore 2019 Supercheap Auto 
Bathurst 1000


Anton de Pasquale
(co-driver)
84
ACR18H19H ZB Commodore 2019 Sandown 500 
Retro Round

Anton de Pasquale
(co-driver)
624
ACR18H20C ZB Commodore 2020 Supercheap Auto 
Bathurst 1000


David Reynolds
(co-driver)
846



Most of Brown's models are trading at or below RRP but there are three models in particular that stand out as ones that collectors are likely to priortise as they build out their Will Brown collection. Given that there aren't that many models to collect and none have exploded in value, collectors will likely buy them all but those most likely to grow in value are as follows.

Number 3
2021 Townsville 500 - Pedders livery


Produced by Authentic Collectables exclusively for Pedders Suspension & Brakes in a limited run of 504 pieces, this model has been the highest value Will Brown model since its release. With the current Diecast Detective Price sitting at just under $400 for new and $300 for used, there's scope for the used values to increase to near parity with new sales. We're yet to see a new sale exceed $400 but with Will Brown's continued success assured, it's only a matter of time.

Number 2
2021 BP Ultimate Sydney SuperSprint Race 28 Winner



Arguably there's no more important to a collector than a model representing a driver's first significant achievement, in this case it's Will's breakthrough win at Sydney Motorsport Park in 2021. Sponsored at that round by Shaw & Partners, the car had a distinctly different look to that season's Boost livery. While this win didn't quite open the floodgates for him - it wouldn't be until 2023 that he would add to his win tally - it will forever be the car that started his winning ways.

Number 1
2019 Supercheap Auto Bathurst 1000 - Gold Chrome livery (Anton de Pasquale co-driver)


It may not be the obvious choice, but that's exactly why it's #1. In fact, many collectors might not even realize this model exists. Why? Because only 84 were produced, and they sold out almost immediately. Released in September 2024 in an extremely limited run, this model's rarity—coupled with its connection to Bathurst—makes it a prime candidate for future value appreciation. For anyone looking to complete a full Will Brown collection, tracking down this model will be like finding a needle in a haystack. Its scarcity and significance as a Bathurst car ensure that it’s set to become even more valuable over time.