Overview
The Tamiya Castrol Honda Civic VTi Clear Body Set is a re-release of the iconic body that captured the spirit of 1990s touring car racing. The Castrol-liveried Honda Civic VTi was a dominant force in British and European touring car championships, and this body set allows you to recreate that legendary racing machine.
Designed as a perfect fit for the FF-03 front-wheel-drive chassis, this body set can also be used on any 190mm touring car with a 257mm wheelbase. The set includes a clear polycarbonate body, side mirrors, Castrol livery sticker sheet, and window masks for easy painting.
Key Features
- Re-release of classic racing body
- Perfect fit for FF-03 chassis
- Clear polycarbonate construction
- Castrol racing livery stickers included
- Side mirror parts included
- Window masking stickers for easy painting
Performance Benefits
- Authentic 1990s touring car proportions
- Ideal for front-wheel-drive chassis
- Lightweight polycarbonate material
- Iconic Castrol racing appearance
- Wide chassis compatibility
Usage Notes
- Clear body requires painting before use
- Use polycarbonate (PS) paints only
- Paint from the inside for best protection
- Best suited for front-wheel-drive applications
- Compatible with all 257mm wheelbase chassis
Technical Specs
- Scale: 1/10
- Width: 190mm
- Wheelbase: 257mm
- Body Material: Polycarbonate (clear)
- Original Part: 50510 (SP-510)
- Tamiya Item Number: 51421
Fitment
- FF-01 (original)
- FF-03 (perfect fit)
- FF-04 EVO
- TT-01, TT-01 Type-E
- TT-02
What's Included
- (1) Clear Polycarbonate Body
- (1) Side Mirror Parts
- (1) Castrol Livery Sticker Sheet
- (1) Window Masking Sticker Sheet
Needed to Complete
- Tamiya PS (Polycarbonate) Spray Paints
- Curved Lexan Scissors
- Body Reamer or Hole Punch
- Compatible 257mm Wheelbase Chassis
Summary
The Tamiya Castrol Honda Civic VTi Clear Body Set is a must-have for fans of 1990s touring car racing. The iconic Castrol livery and authentic Civic VTi proportions make this body perfect for recreating the glory days of British touring car championships. Ideal for the FF-03 chassis but compatible with any standard wheelbase touring car platform.
