Tamiya 24065 - 1/24 Scale Porsche 959 Model Kit - Workshop Ready Classic  [24065]

Introducing the Tamiya 1/24 Porsche 959 plastic kit

The Tamiya 1/24 Porsche 959 model kit is designed for hobbyists who want a compact, accurate representation of a groundbreaking supercar. Unveiled at the 1983 Frankfurt Auto Show, the Porsche 959 mixed motorsport tech with road comfort, and this kit echoes that blend through scale detail and authentic shaping. The model nods to the cars competition history, from desert rallies to endurance circuits.

Powertrain and performance highlights

The original 959 used a 2848cc flat-six with combined air and liquid cooling, DOHC architecture and twin turbochargers, achieving top speeds above 300 km/h while offering usable driveability. Tamiya reproduces those mechanical cues in scaled form for model builders who value accuracy.

Assembly notes and visible detail

Parts arrive on sprue trees, molded mostly in silver, with clear parts for windows and lights. The kit shows complete engine detail, realistic suspension and interior elements, steerable front wheels and a rear spoiler. Hollow wheel spokes and the low-profile tyre profile are modelled to enhance the finished display.