Toyota Celica 1600GT, 1973 Fuji Tourist Trophy 500 Mile Race

This is a scale model kit to be assembled by an adult; it includes all the parts as indicated, but it does not include glue or paints, that you can also buy at DModelkits Store.

Toyota Celica 1600GT “1973 Fuji Tourist Trophy 500 Mile Race” – 1/24 Scale Model Kit – Hasegawa Limited Edition

Relive a memorable chapter of Japanese motorsport with the Toyota Celica 1600GT “1973 Fuji Tourist Trophy 500 Mile Race”, a special limited-edition model kit from Hasegawa.

The first-generation Toyota Celica became an important symbol of Japan’s growing performance-car scene in the early 1970s. With its sporty styling and rear-wheel-drive layout, the Celica provided an excellent foundation for competition, earning its place among the Japanese cars that helped shape the country’s motorsport culture.

This model reproduces the racing version entered in the 1973 Fuji Tourist Trophy 500 Mile Race, featuring its distinctive red-and-white racing livery, prominent number 24, period sponsor decals and competition-inspired appearance. The contrasting body colours and authentic racing graphics capture the character of Japanese circuit racing during this exciting era.

Produced by Hasegawa as a limited-edition release, this kit offers model builders the opportunity to recreate a classic Japanese touring car with a distinctive historical identity. It is an appealing addition to collections dedicated to vintage Japanese automobiles, classic racing cars and motorsport history.

Whether displayed alongside other historic Japanese competition vehicles or built as a standalone project, the Toyota Celica 1600GT represents a fascinating piece of Japan’s automotive heritage.

Product Details

• Manufacturer: Hasegawa

• Vehicle: Toyota Celica 1600GT

• Scale: 1/24

• Version: 1973 Fuji Tourist Trophy 500 Mile Race

• Competition number: 24

• Livery: Red and white racing colours with period sponsor markings

• Edition: Limited Edition

• Product type: Plastic model kit

• Category: Classic Japanese Racing Cars

A must-have for enthusiasts of classic Japanese motorsport and collectors of vintage racing car model kits.