The Honda S600 Sports Car was launched in 1964. The high-performance 4-cylinder DOHC engine is captured in great detail, including the four carburetors and exhaust manifold. It can be appreciated at any time thanks to the opening hood parts. The rear of the car features depictions of the chain drive units. Suspension, tubing and other details are realistically rendered. Metal-plated parts authentically depict bumpers, side mirrors and front grille. Solid synthetic rubber tyres. Can be assembled as an open-top or closed hard-top.
The Honda S600 is an automobile manufactured by Honda. It was launched in March 1964. It was available as a roadster and as a fastback coupé – introduced in March 1965. The S600 was the first Honda available in two trim levels. During its production run up to 1966, the model styling would remain pretty much the same, with the most notable changes coming to the front grille, bumper, and headlights. The S600 got 57hp out of a 606cc 4-cylinder DOHC engine that could hold its own compared with racing engines, and it featured a motorcycle style chain-driven rear wheel drive. Exports to Europe followed as the S600 quickly gained respect, gaining popularity as a highly lightweight and speedy sports car. It was also to prove a success in races both inside and outside of Japan.
The Tamiya model faithfully captures the essence of the S600, thanks to new tooling and updated parts from the S800 model kit.