Tamiya Plastic Model Kit
Honda City Turbo (1/24)
This 1/24 scale plastic model assembly kit recreates the distinctive Honda City Turbo, first released in 1982 and now re-issued with updated decals, instructions, and packaging. The Honda City made its debut in 1981, with the Turbo variant arriving in September 1982, featuring a 1,231cc inline-four turbocharged engine producing 100hp. Externally, it was fitted with sporty upgrades including a power bulge, large air dam bumpers, and unique styling touches that made it stand out on the streets of the early 1980s.
- 1/24 scale plastic model assembly kit
- Length: 140mm, width: 68mm, height: 63mm
- Accurate reproduction of the Honda City Turbo’s bold proportions
- Detailed interior, chassis underside, and suspension
- Includes driver figure and motor scooter which can be mounted on the car
- Updated decals for emblems and scooter details
- Masking stickers for quarter windows included
- One-time limited production re-issue
Note: This model kit requires assembly and painting. Glue, paints and tools are not included and must be purchased separately.
History:
Launched in 1981, the Honda City broke conventions with its tall, compact design tailored for urban driving. In 1982, the Honda City Turbo brought a sportier dimension, developed with input from Honda’s motorsport division. Powered by a 1.2-litre turbocharged engine delivering 100hp, the Turbo combined small-car agility with spirited performance. Its distinctive design elements – including widened arches, aggressive bumpers, and a pronounced bonnet bulge – captured the era’s love for hot hatches. The inclusion of the folding “Motocompo” scooter in the real car’s boot was a unique selling point, aimed at city commuters. Today, the Honda City Turbo is celebrated as a quirky, innovative classic from the golden age of Japanese automotive engineering.
