Again, the Honda CR-X in this series is the 1985 Honda CR-X. The first generation CR-X. It wasn’t nearly as good looking as the odd-looking second generation CR-X, but it was also full of racing potential for what it was.
Honda tuning arm Mugen, saw this potential and built a mid-engine CR-X which is what this casting was based from. This explains the obviously 80’s inspired bodykit with those flares and vents and the rather understated wing. Even though it was inspired by the 80’s, thankfully, the paint job was rather tame. It does come in a bright orange hue, but this is immediately masked by generous swathes of black on the car’s roof, bonnet and lower half. This panda style is another 80’s theme and looks perfect on the CR-X. The black RR8SP wheels also really hit the spot on this car. Not to mention the car portrayed as right-hand drive. These details make it a perfect JDM car. And then you peak into the rear hatch and there is sculpted Mugen motor proudly sitting on top of the rear axles.
I still prefer the second generation CR-X in terms of overall appeal. But the attention to detail on this casting is really very well placed. It is a definite keeper for the JDM fans. And it is a keeper for me as well.
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