Hasegawa 20734 Asano Racing Service Starlet KP61 "1982 Starlet Grand Cup Race Champion" 1/24

We present an exceptional plastic model kit: Hasegawa 20734 Asano Racing Service Starlet KP61 "1982 Starlet Grand Cup Race Champion" in 1/24 scale. This is a faithful miniature of the legendary Japanese racing car – the Toyota Starlet KP61, which won the championship title in the Starlet Grand Cup Race 1982 as the representative of the Asano Racing Service team.

Historical background and usage

The Toyota Starlet KP61, produced from the late 1970s to the mid-1980s, was the first member of its family with rear-wheel drive. The model gained much success, especially in Japanese national racing series in the 1980s, earning recognition as an agile, lightweight, and easily modifiable car. Starlet KP61 cars, particularly in racing-spec versions like Asano Racing Service, competed in one-make races such as the prestigious Starlet Grand Cup, where both driving skills and meticulous vehicle preparation mattered.

Model Details

• Scale: 1/24
• Country: Japan
• Period: 1980s, Japanese motorsport
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Category: plastic model kit
• Contents:
• Accurately reproduced body and aerodynamic details
• Richly detailed interior with a safety cage, sports seats, and dashboard
• Original decals featuring Asano Racing Service team colors and numbers – authentic 1982 markings
• The model does not include photo-etched, resin, or metal parts

Who is it for?

Difficulty level: 2/5 – this model is designed for beginner and intermediate modelers. It is an excellent choice for fans of Japanese cars, enthusiasts of classic one-make race series, and collectors of 1980s JDM vehicles. The level of detail and Hasegawa’s quality make this kit display the unique character of compact racing cars.

Summary

Hasegawa 20734 Asano Racing Service Starlet KP61 "1982 Starlet Grand Cup Race Champion" 1/24 is a unique model that brings the spirit of Japanese motorsport into your collection. Thanks to its advanced reproduction and realistic details, this plastic model kit is a perfect choice both for display and assembly. Highly recommended for anyone who wants to recreate an icon of 1980s racing and appreciate the craftsmanship of Japanese engineering.