{"product_id":"86512-hasegawa-20742-mitsubishi-lancer-evolution-iii-1996-safari-rally-winner-124-pl","title":"Hasegawa 20742 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution III 1996 Safari Rally Winner 1\/24","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHasegawa 20742 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution III 1996 Safari Rally Winner 1\/24\u003c\/strong\u003e is an exceptional plastic model kit that transports the modeler to the heart of rally excitement of the 1990s. It replicates the winning Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution III from the 1996 Safari Rally, driven by Kenjiro Shinozuka—the first non-European winner of this legendary and demanding event, which is part of the World Rally Championship. The 1\/24 scale model faithfully reproduces the characteristic Group A silhouette from that era, featuring a turbocharged 2.0 engine and four-wheel drive, which provided an advantage in the toughest rally of the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \n  \u003cp\u003eThe Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution III is one of the most recognizable rally cars of the turbo era and the development of advanced all-wheel drive systems. The model produced by Hasegawa includes a comprehensive representation of the bodywork, complete with all the details specific to the Safari Rally version: extensive additional lighting kits, upgraded air intakes, and underbody protection parts that guarded the car from the harsh African terrain. The interior of the model impresses with its precision—you'll find a rally-typical roll cage, faithfully recreated sport bucket seats, a detailed dashboard, and control components inspired by the original car.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eScale: 1\/24 – standard for rally car models, allowing for detailed display\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eVehicle origin: Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHistorical period: Modern era, 1990s\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOperating environment: Safari Rally – one of the toughest events in WRC history, demanding reliability and durability from vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMaterial: high-quality plastic – offers durability and ease of assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSet includes a rich decal sheet with historical team and sponsor markings\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNo metal or resin parts included – full plastic model\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCategory: plastic rally car model kit, intended for intermediate modelers and motorsport collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDifficulty level: 3\/5 – requires basic modeling skills and manual dexterity\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \n  \u003cp\u003eThis product is especially recommended for fans of Japanese performance cars from the 1990s, WRC enthusiasts, and anyone who wants to recreate Mitsubishi's famous moment of rally glory. The easily recognizable silhouette with authentic team livery details makes the model ideal as part of a rally car collection or as a display piece for passionate collectors. Hasegawa 20742 ensures a satisfying build and an aesthetically rich, faithfully reproduced end result.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hasegawa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54805230387534,"sku":"HA20742","price":57.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/0dfd9e57aad08e895a3012447a298525.png?v=1757358056","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.it\/en\/products\/86512-hasegawa-20742-mitsubishi-lancer-evolution-iii-1996-safari-rally-winner-124-pl","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}