Meng Model RS-005 McLaren MP4/4 1988 (Pre-Colored Edition) 1/12

The Meng Model RS-005 McLaren MP4/4 1988 (Pre-Colored Edition) 1/12 kit is a unique offering for modeling enthusiasts and fans of Formula 1 racing. Presented in an impressive 1/12 scale, this model depicts the legendary McLaren MP4/4 car from the 1988 season, driven by Ayrton Senna and Alain Prost—icons of global motorsport.

This car is an undisputed icon of 1980s Formula 1. In the 1988 season, the car dominated the competition, winning 15 out of 16 races and securing the Constructors' title for McLaren in the Grand Prix category. The car was equipped with a Honda V6 turbo engine, which delivered incredible performance and an edge over its rivals. Among others, this is the vehicle in which Ayrton Senna won his first world championship.

• Scale: 1/12
• Country of use: United Kingdom (McLaren team), F1 season 1988
• Era: 1980s, contemporary period for F1 history
• Pre-Colored Edition – the main components are already factory painted in McLaren colors, significantly speeding up the process and enhancing the final result
• The model is made from high-quality plastic; it features precisely cast details, numerous decals, and transparent parts
• No need for time-consuming painting of larger parts – the finish is at a very high factory level
• Replicated details of the engine, exhaust system, suspension, and cockpit—excellent elements for display on a showcase shelf
• Category: Plastic model kit (an advanced kit divided into many accurate sub-assemblies)

We recommend this set for advanced modelers and racing car collectors. Thanks to precise manufacturing, large scale, and pre-painted parts, this kit is an excellent choice for those who want to achieve a great visual effect without professional painting equipment. The model provides immense satisfaction in building and is ideal both for display and for modeling competitions.

Build difficulty: 4/5 – model intended for intermediate and advanced modelers due to its structural complexity and the number of details.