Tamiya 24225 - 1/24 Loctite Zexel Skyline GT-R  [24225]

About the Loctite Zexel Skyline GT-R

Eric Comas as well as the Penzoil Nismo GT-R team dominated the 1998 and 1999 All Japan GT Championships. A delicate balance of stable driving, determined race strategy, and nimble pit-work turned out to be the secret of the team's success. Despite regular bad showings in qualifying races, they consistently managed to pull up their socks and complete well in the last events. The 2000 period, the vehicle ended up being further honed in effort to secure just one more year's championship. The trunk wing and diffuser had been compacted to reduce wind opposition and the 2.7 liter twin turbo motor had been fallen straight down for a reduced center of gravity. The brakes were additionally refined to guarantee powerful yet stable reaction, and the suspension ended up being revamped in efforts to increase the technical grip associated with the automobile. The quest for aerodynamics ended up being also offered thorough consideration, with slight modifications towards front side spoiler and under panels associated with the body sides. In a brand new departure from the yellow human anatomy color of this Penzoil Nismo, the 2000 version of the GT-R (R34) featured an intrepid white and red design, adorned using the logos of primary sponsors, "Loctite" and "Zexel". Joining Comas regarding 2000 driver roster was Masami Kageyama. During the jointly held pre-season test competition, the group drove in a second destination time, going on to accomplish an excellent success within season opener in Motegi. Focused on consistency both in qualifying and last races, the Loctite Zexel GT-R (R34) set the stage for a fruitful 2000 period.

Specs & Features

• Plastic parts mounted on sprues.
• Highly detailed fixed display model.
• Complete motor bay detailing.
• Realistically reproduced outside and interior.
• Solid synthetic rubber tire slicks.
• Colorful waterslide decals permit the modeler generate a defined replica.
• Detail by detail pictorial instructions.