Hasegawa 20687 - 1/24 Toyota Starlet EP71 Turbo-S Early 1986 Collector Kit  [HA-20687]

Hasegawa 20687 1/24 Toyota Starlet EP71 Turbo-S - Iconic 1986 three-door

The Toyota Starlet EP71 Turbo-S from 1986 is celebrated for its compact, sporty character and peppy turbo performance. This 1/24 scale kit by Hasegawa lets model builders recreate the three-door hatchback with careful attention to the car's sporty proportions and period styling. Fans of 1980s Japanese compact cars will find this subject both fun and rewarding to build.

Build process and display appeal

Model builders will find the Hasegawa 1/24 kit provides well-defined parts that require careful trimming and alignment. The assembly rewards patience, producing crisp body lines and a convincing stance when the pieces are accurately joined. Finished models make strong shelf displays that reflect the era's design language.

Authenticity and era detail

The Starlet EP71 Turbo-S embodies the mix of performance and practicality that defined many 1980s small sport compacts. This kit captures signature cues like the front treatment and compact silhouette, giving collectors a faithful miniature that reflects the original car's character.