Honda Prelude XX
Honda Prelude XX
1/24 Sports Car Series
No.32
1/24 SCALE Honda PRELUDE XX
Length: 180
mm. Image shows painted and assembled kit.
The Honda Prelude was already a hit by November 1982 when its second
generation was released, including the top grade XX model. The Prelude
XX had retractable headlights built into its sleek, aerodynamically
honed body, joined by a sporty interior and a tinted sunroof, and
technologically was at the front of the pack in its day. Power was
provided by a 125hp 1.8-liter inline-four engine, while - unusually for
that era - the 4-wheel independent suspension had a front double
wishbone design. Its optional anti-lock braking (ABS) system was the
first on a Japanese road car, and highlighted Honda's advanced
engineering prowess. It is little surprise that the Prelude would go on
to be one of the success stories of the 1980s.
About the Model
This is a 1/24 scale plastic model assembly kit. ★Length: 180mm, width:
82mm, height: 53mm. ★The low and wide form of the car is depicted in
style, with moving recreations of the retractable headlights. ★The
1.8-liter inline-four SOHC engine and engine room are recreated in
detail, and can be viewed under the opening hood. ★A detailed underside
has depictions of suspension plus steering and exhaust systems.
★Features a realistic interior. ★Solid synthetic rubber tires have tread
patterns.
The sleek Prelude XX form is captured with aplomb. Windows and headlight lenses are clear parts.
The retractable headlights move after the model is done.
Metal-plated wheels and solid, treaded tires give a realistic finish.
Take a closer look at the detail on offer in the engine room, with depictions of carburetors, battery and more.
The interior has plenty to offer, with a separate part for the shifter and a choice of digital or analog instrumentation.
The interior also features bucket seats and depictions of defrosters that are integrated into the top of the door trim.