About the Actual Car:
- The Toyota Toms Corolla Levin AE92 was one of the vehicles that participated in the 1989 Spa 24 Hours race, a renowned touring car endurance race.
- Developed based on the AE92 model of Toyota's sporty car, Corolla Levin, this Group A specification featured a front-mounted inline four-cylinder 1587cc engine. It was a front-wheel-drive (FF) machine.
- It competed in domestic touring car races in Japan, refining its strength in the heat of competition.
- The car took on the challenge of the Spa 24 Hours, where touring cars from around the world gathered.
- Held from July 22 to 23, 1989, the car number 34 Levin was driven by Hideshi Matsuda, Morio Nitta, and Kaori Okamoto, whose participation drew significant attention as she was also an active actress at the time.
- In the qualifiers, the car secured the 33rd grid position. During the final race, it maintained consistent performance, finishing 49 laps behind the leader and achieving a commendable third place in its class.
About the Model:
- This plastic model assembly kit replicates the Toyota Corolla Levin AE92 that placed third in its class at the 1989 Spa 24 Hours race in 1/24 scale.
- The sporty body style is sharply recreated, complete with auxiliary lights added to the front, characteristic of endurance races.
- The model conveys the tough atmosphere of racing.
- Not only the exterior, but the interior features, including the roll bar, are intricately replicated.
- The workspace of the three drivers during the grueling 24-hour race is not to be overlooked.
- The suspension and other components, which supported the car's race performance, are separately modeled for a rich, dimensional chassis underside, offering an engaging visual appeal.
- Markings replicate car number 34 from the 1989 Spa 24 Hours race, featuring decals that accurately reproduce sponsor logos, car numbers, and driver names.
- This item is a must-add to your collection of FF touring cars that represent Japan.
Key Features:
- The front bumper auxiliary lights and roof and door number plate lights are recreated with new molds.
- The model kit precisely replicates the Toyota Toms Corolla Levin AE92 that finished third in its class in the 1989 Spa 24 Hours race, at a 1/24 scale.
- The sporty body style is sharply recreated with reliable modeling of the front auxiliary lights specific to endurance racing.
- Separate parts for the suspension and other components result in a highly detailed and dimensional chassis underside.
- Interior equipment, including the roll bar, is intricately detailed.
- Markings replicate car number 34 from the 1989 Spa 24 Hours race.
Completed Size: Approximately 177mm in length