Tamiya 24029 - 1/24 Mercedes-Benz 500 SEC Collector Build Kit  [24029]

Tamiya 1/24 Mercedes-Benz 500 SEC: Reissued for collectors and builders

This Tamiya 1/24 scale model represents the 1981 Mercedes-Benz 500 SEC in fine detail. Originally issued in 1982 and now reissued, the kit includes refreshed decals, updated assembly instructions, and new packaging suitable for display or shelf storage.

Significance of the original car

The 500 SEC was notable for blending luxury with performance. Its 5-liter V8 produced 231 horsepower and enabled top speeds near 225 km/h, making the coupe a benchmark of early 1980s grand tourer design.

What to expect assembling the model

The model features a removable bonnet that reveals a nicely detailed V8, plus an interior that replicates the dashboard and seating. The underside models the drive layout and suspension, offering a realistic look when displayed from below.

New decal sheets reproduce authentic badges, wood inlay patterns and seat textures. Synthetic rubber tyres with tread pattern contribute to an authentic finished appearance.