Hasegawa 20761 - 1:24 Toyota Starlet KP61 SE 3Door Middle Version 1980

Plastic model kit of the Toyota Starlet KP61 SE 3Door Middle Version (1980) in 1:24 scale

The Hasegawa 20761 kit represents the Toyota Starlet KP61 in its three-door SE Middle Version configuration from 1980. This generation of the Starlet was a lightweight and agile compact car, appreciated for its rear-wheel-drive layout and lively handling.

The SE version offered a sportier character and higher equipment level compared to base models. Its three-door hatchback body emphasized the dynamic styling that made the KP61 a recognizable and much-loved Japanese compact of the late 1970s and early 1980s.

In the box you will find:

• plastic parts to build the Toyota Starlet KP61 in 1:24 scale
• accurately shaped three-door Middle Version bodywork
• detailed interior with dashboard and seating
• chassis, suspension, and drivetrain components
• decals for the SE version markings
• clear, illustrated assembly instructions

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1:24
• Model length: approx. 16.5 cm
• Manufacturer: Hasegawa
• Difficulty level: intermediate

Note: The kit does not include glue, paints, or modeling tools. The model is intended for self-assembly.

A careful step-by-step assembly process with regular dry fitting is recommended, particularly when installing the interior and suspension components. The kit is ideal for detailed painting to capture the authentic look of an early-1980s Japanese compact car.

Essential tools:

• Hobby knife or sprue cutters
• Files and sandpaper
• Brushes
• Plastic cement
• Paint set suitable for late-1970s and early-1980s Japanese passenger cars

About the Toyota Starlet KP61:

The Toyota Starlet KP61 was one of the last small Toyotas to use a rear-wheel-drive layout, giving it a distinctive driving character among compact cars. Its balance, light weight, and simplicity made it popular both as a daily driver and in grassroots motorsport, securing its status as a classic among Japanese car enthusiasts.

About Hasegawa:

Hasegawa is a highly respected Japanese model manufacturer, known for precision tooling and faithful representations of classic vehicles, aircraft, and motorsport subjects. Their car kits provide an excellent foundation for accurate and visually appealing scale models.