1/24 MINI COOPER SPORTS‑PACK LIMITED AMARANTH PURPLE (1998) by Hasegawa delivers a classic British car build for motorsport and model kit enthusiasts.
Featuring:
- Sport‑Pack body style: Accurately captures the widened arches and four fog lamps of the 1998 limited‑edition Sport‑Pack Mini Cooper in striking amaranth purple.
- Window masking stickers: Window masks included to help get crisp paint lines on glazing and trim.
- Realistic detail: Precision injection‑moulded parts make this a rewarding build for hobby collectors and display projects.
Finished Model Dimensions (Approximate):
- Length: 12.85 cm
- Width: 6.75 cm
- Height: ~5.5 cm
Technical Specifications:
- Scale: 1:24
- Manufacturer: Hasegawa
- Model: Mini Cooper Sports‑Pack Limited Amaranth Purple (1998)
- Parts count: Approx. 128 pieces
- Material: Injection‑moulded plastic
- Assembly: Required
- Paint/Glue: Required (not included)
- Recommended Age: 14+
- Body: Uncoloured
- Pre‑coloured Parts: No
- Posable Doors and Hood: No
Perfect for: classic car model builders, British motoring fans, and hobbyists who enjoy detailed 1/24 scale car kits, backed by Hobbyco’s trusted service and fast shipping.
Why this kit matters
The Mini Cooper has a long history as a beloved and iconic British car, with its compact design and lively handling capturing the hearts of drivers since its launch in 1959. The 1998 Sport‑Pack Limited edition added sporty touches like wider wheel arches, fog lamps, and a distinctive trim package that made it a stand‑out among later Mini variants. This kit lets you recreate that special street‑ready look in model form.
Car model kits like this one help bring automotive history into your hands, allowing you to build a scaled version of a classic car that defined urban motoring. The amaranth purple colour adds a fun display flair, and the included masking stickers help you achieve precise paint finishes even as a growing modeller.
How to use it
Carefully remove parts from the sprues using modelling tools, follow the instruction sheet to assemble the body, chassis, and interior, and use plastic cement and paints to finish the kit. Apply the included masking stickers before painting windows and trim for sharp, clean lines. The final model makes an eye‑catching display piece on a shelf or in a diorama of street or show cars.
This is a plastic model kit. Assembly, paint, and glue are required. It is not a toy.