Overview
The Tamiya 1/24 Morris Mini Cooper 1275S Racing Rally Car (Item 24130) captures the legendary giant-killer that rewrote the rules of international rallying. The Mini Cooper 1275S became famous for outperforming much larger and more powerful cars through its revolutionary front-wheel-drive layout, compact dimensions, and outstanding handling characteristics.
This kit depicts the competition-spec Mini Cooper that dominated rally stages and racing circuits throughout the 1960s, winning the Monte Carlo Rally three times and countless other events. The car's success proved that clever engineering could triumph over brute force, making the Mini Cooper an enduring icon of motorsport history.
Key Features
- 1/24 scale plastic assembly model kit
- Competition rally specification
- Detailed 1275cc A-Series engine
- Racing interior with roll cage
- Rally lights and competition equipment
- Authentic racing decals
- Classic Mini styling accurately reproduced
- Tamiya quality construction
Performance Benefits
- Iconic 1960s rally legend
- Detailed engine compartment
- Multiple livery options possible
- Display-quality finish potential
- Educational British motorsport history
Usage Notes
Plastic model kit requiring assembly with model cement and finishing with model paints (sold separately). Recommended for modelers ages 14+. The compact size and detailed features make this an engaging build.
Technical Specs
- Scale: 1/24
- Type: Plastic assembly model kit
- Subject: Morris Mini Cooper 1275S Rally
- Engine: 1275cc A-Series
- Item Number: 24130
What's Included
- Complete plastic parts for Mini Cooper 1275S
- Detailed engine
- Racing interior with roll cage
- Rally equipment (lights, etc.)
- Decal sheet
- Instruction manual
Summary
The Tamiya 1/24 Morris Mini Cooper 1275S Racing celebrates the legendary giant-killer that dominated 1960s rallying. A must-have for fans of British motorsport and rally history.
