Tamiya 1/24 Sports Car Series No.235 AUSTIN MINI COOPER 1275S Mk.I (Reissue)

[About the Austin Mini Cooper 1275S Mk.I] ●Even now, with a new model having been announced in September 2000, the first-generation Mini remains as beloved as ever around the world, its appeal undiminished. ●Its origins date back to 1959. Launched under the names Austin Seven and Morris Mini Minor, the Mini continued to evolve without changing its basic layout, giving rise to many variations. ●Among these, the Mini Cooper 1275S Mk.I was added to the lineup in 1964 as a high-performance model. ●Created in collaboration with J. Cooper?known at the time for building racing cars such as F1 vehicles?this superb Mini was equipped with a 1275cc engine producing 75 horsepower and featured reinforced suspension. ●It boasted driving performance on par with a sports car. [About the Model] ● This model depicts the standard specification without any optional parts. ● The grille, with its delicate detailing unique to the Austin Mini Cooper, is a chrome-plated part. ● The transverse 4-cylinder engine is precisely reproduced. ● The hood opens and closes. ● The front and rear emblems are metal inlays, enhancing the overall finish. ● Length: 129 mm, Width: 58 mm