Hasegawa 1/24 Subaru 360 Deluxe W Roof Carrier Model Kit

The Subaru 360, affectionately known as the "Ladybug," was Japan's first mass-produced kei car, manufactured from 1958 to 1971. Powered by a rear-mounted 356cc two-stroke twin-cylinder engine producing just 16 horsepower, this tiny monocoque marvel weighed only 400kg yet could carry four passengers. The Deluxe trim added chrome accents and upgraded interior appointments. This version includes a roof carrier, evoking the spirit of family road trips in postwar Japan when the 360 helped motorize an entire nation. Hasegawa's kit captures the adorable rounded body with remarkable precision.