Hasegawa 20836 Isuzu 117 Coupe XC-J 1/24 Scale Static Model Kit  [HA-20836]

Hasegawa 1/24: Isuzu 117 Coupe XC-J Middle Version 1976

This 1/24 plastic model kit portrays the 1976 Isuzu 117 Coupe Middle Version (XC-J) and is offered as a static display kit within Hasegawa's 1/24 car collection.

Styled by Giorgetto Giugiaro and launched in 1968, the Isuzu 117 Coupe remained in production into the early 1980s. The two-door coupe featured front-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout and appeared in multiple trim and engine configurations. This kit captures the mid-1970s character where European styling influences met Japanese build quality.

Key build points and assembly advice

The release targets faithful exterior proportions and period-accurate body trim for the 1976 XC-J. Builders will follow standard multipart construction with separate body, chassis and trim elements. Expect to address seam lines, employ careful masking for chrome or two-tone treatments, and consult photographic references for authentic finishes.

Painting notes and period reference

Consult 1976 factory literature and reliable photo sources for correct paint codes and wheel options. Surface preparation—sanding, filling and primer—will enhance paint results. For presentation, a restrained plinth will show the model's proportions without altering its stance.

A careful 1/24 rendition of the 1976 Isuzu 117 Coupe Middle Version (XC-J), designed for modellers and collectors intent on creating an accurate static representation of a late 1970s Japanese coupe.