Hasegawa 20559 - 1/24 Toyota Starlet EP71 Turbo-S (3-Door) Model Kit  [HA-20559]

Hasegawa 20559 1/24 Toyota Starlet EP71 Turbo-S (3 Door) Middle Version 1987

This 1/24 plastic model kit captures the Middle Version 1987 Turbo-S three-door Toyota Starlet EP71, released as a compact, limited offering for scale enthusiasts and kit builders.

The Starlet EP71 was a small hatchback from the mid-1980s, noted for its light chassis and economical engines. The Turbo-S model added turbocharging and sport trim to set it apart visually and mechanically from standard EP71 variants. The EP71 underpinned both three-door and five-door configurations and was aimed at buyers wanting a nimble, city-oriented small car.

Focusing on the Turbo-S three-door, the kit prioritises accurate exterior proportions and period detailing. Builders should use routine 1/24 modelling techniques during assembly; painting and decal work are important for an authentic display finish. The kit's limited nature points toward emphasis on visual fidelity rather than complex mechanical assemblies.

A compact 1/24 representation of the mid-1987 Turbo-S Starlet EP71, suitable for display builders and collectors focused on authentic exterior detail.