HPI Racing Subaru Impreza WRC 2001 Clear Body 200mm 1/10 HPI-7458
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The HPI Racing Subaru Impreza WRC 2001 Body HPI-7458 is a clear polycarbonate body shell designed for compatible 1/10 scale 200mm RC touring cars, allowing hobbyists to recreate the officially licensed 2001 Subaru rally car with detailed decals and a custom painted finish.
Features
- Officially Licensed Subaru Body: Recreates the distinctive shape and styling of the 2001 Subaru Impreza WRC rally car.
- 200mm Touring Car Fitment: Designed for 1/10 scale touring car chassis with a nominal 200mm body width.
- 190mm Chassis Compatibility: HPI recommends 3mm offset wheels when fitting this body to suitable 190mm touring car chassis.
- Clear Polycarbonate Construction: Lightweight, impact-resistant material suitable for custom RC body painting and regular hobby use.
- Detailed Rally Styling: Moulded body contours reproduce the Subaru Impreza WRC's bonnet, roofline, wheel arches and rally-inspired appearance.
- Photorealistic Decal Details: Premium vinyl decals provide realistic headlights, grille, tail lights, window frames, door handles and official logos.
- Pre-Cut Window Masks: Supplied window masks help protect the transparent window areas during painting.
- Protective Overspray Film: Exterior protective film helps keep the body surface free from paint overspray.
- Body Post Position Marks: Moulded dimples help identify drilling locations for compatible HPI and Tamiya TL-01-style body mounting arrangements.
- Wheel Centre Markings: Moulded reference points assist with trimming wheel arches and positioning the body correctly.
- Rear Wing Components: Includes rear spoiler components and mounting hardware for completing the WRC appearance.
- Custom Paint Finish: Clear, unpainted construction allows builders to create a classic rally livery or an individual colour scheme.
Specifications
- Brand: HPI Racing
- Licensed Vehicle: Subaru Impreza WRC 2001
- Manufacturer Part Number: 7458
- SKU: HPI-7458
- Barcode / EAN: 4944258074580
- Product Type: RC Touring Car Body Shell
- Scale: 1/10
- Nominal Body Width: 200mm
- Material: Clear Polycarbonate
- Colour: Clear / Unpainted
- Body Finish: Unpainted
- Painting Required: Yes
- Trimming Required: Yes
- Body Post Holes: Require Drilling
- Window Masks: Pre-Cut Vinyl
- Decals: Printed Vinyl Detail and Logo Decals
- Protective Film: Exterior Overspray Film
- Primary Application: 200mm 1/10 Scale RC Touring Cars
- Additional Application: Compatible 190mm Touring Car Chassis Using Appropriate Wheel Offset
- Body Style: 2001 Subaru Impreza WRC Rally Car
Includes
- 1 x HPI Racing Subaru Impreza WRC 2001 Clear Polycarbonate Body Shell
- 2 x Rear Wing / Spoiler Components
- 1 x Rear Wing Mounting Hardware Set
- 1 x Pre-Cut Window Mask Sheet
- 2 x Vinyl Decal Sheets
- 1 x Instruction Sheet
- Exterior Protective Overspray Film
FAQ
Will the HPI Subaru Impreza WRC 2001 body fit a 190mm touring car? Yes, the HPI 7458 body can be fitted to compatible 190mm touring car chassis. HPI recommends using 3mm offset wheels to achieve a suitable stance under the wider 200mm body. OZRC recommends checking the wheelbase, tyre clearance and body mounting positions before purchasing.
Is the HPI Subaru Impreza WRC body pre-painted or pre-cut? No. The HPI 7458 is supplied clear and unpainted. The body requires trimming, body post holes and painting before installation. Pre-cut window masks and exterior protective film are included to assist with painting.
Does the HPI 7458 body include Subaru rally decals? Yes. The HPI Subaru Impreza WRC 2001 body includes detailed vinyl decals with official logos, headlights, grille, tail lights, window frames and other scale features for recreating the rally car appearance.
Does this body include a complete RC car chassis? No. HPI-7458 is a clear replacement body shell with finishing accessories. The RC vehicle chassis, wheels, tyres, electronics and other running components are not included.
Important Notes
- This is a clear, unpainted body shell. Painted product photographs show examples of a completed body.
- Body trimming, wheel arch cutting, mounting hole drilling and painting are required before installation.
- Use paint formulated specifically for polycarbonate RC bodies. Apply paint to the inside of the shell and remove the exterior overspray film after painting.
- HPI recommends 3mm offset wheels when fitting the 200mm body to compatible 190mm touring car chassis. Confirm the overall wheel and tyre width before installation.
- Wheelbase and mounting compatibility must be checked for non-HPI chassis.
- RC chassis, wheels, tyres, paint, cutting tools and painting equipment are sold separately.
