Based on the first-generation Celica—nicknamed "Daruma" for its distinctive shape—this sporty model was upgraded with aerodynamic spoiler and wide overfenders for a wider track. These enhancements not only improved performance but also gave the car a more aggressive stance and formidable look.
Fitted with 8-spoke Watanabe wheels that faithfully reproduce the design of vintage tires and Watanabe wheels, perfectly matching vintage cars.
The headlights and rear combination lamps use transparent injection parts with lens cuts, and can accommodate the installation of the separately sold 97054 LED light unit series in the light buckets. By attaching halogen 6-lamp units to the front and red 4-lamp units to the rear, the body transforms into one that exudes a realistic vehicle feel. (Recommended LED light unit : 97054-4HR×2、97054-2H)
Completely realizes low center of gravity with its simple, functional design. Featuring an integrated gearbox that optimizes torsional rigidity of the main chassis, the nylon material reduces weight while improving impact resistance. Each key component has been reinforced in this simple design without upper deck.
Features a reduced number and variety of screws and parts, and consolidation of frequently used screws into the same size. Most screws are flat head screws that can be removed with a 2.0mm hex wrench for easy disassembly.
Handling factors such as bump steer and scrub radius are optimized on front suspension. Simple ball-connected steering knuckle promises reliable control movement. Interchangeable on both front and rear left-right hub carriers optimize spare parts utilization and improve maintenance efficiency.
Includes choice of two offset brake disc wheel hubs with dummy calipers (for visual styling) that provide compatibility with 190mm and 200mm body widths.
Equipped with an oil shocks as standard equipment. Change the vehicle height by changing the length of the damper end according to the vehicle type.
Standard spur and pinion gear setting is 68T and 32T, but 9 pinion gear settings can be used from 29T – 37T to produce a wide range of gear ratio settings. The new fixed gear mesh motor mount has holes for use with each different pinion gears. Just simply mount the motor directly to the hole locations corresponding to the pinion gear. No gear mesh adjustment is necessary.