No. 378 Nissan Leopard 2 Door Hardtop 280X SF-L F30 ~ Year 1980 The First Generation [第一代·前期型·花豹/飛豹]

[A "Power Elite" with Striking Style]

The Nissan Leopard, a luxury personal car, debuted in September 1980 under the concept of a "new-age car that establishes a new genre."

Offered in both 2-door and 4-door hardtop body styles, the 280X SF-L served as the top-tier trim level.

Its advanced, distinctive 2-door hardtop design minimized body gaps to achieve superior aerodynamic performance.

Powering the vehicle is the L28E inline 6-cylinder engine, producing 145 horsepower, with a choice of a 5-speed manual or 3-speed automatic transmission.

It also features a suspension system equipped with an "auto-levelizer," which automatically adjusts the rear ride height.

The interior is equally noteworthy, boasting a luxurious and comprehensive array of equipment; the SF-L trim came standard with features such as genuine leather seats, a multi-function drive computer, cruise control, and automatic climate control.

Packed with the cutting-edge automotive electronics of the time, the Leopard was marketed under terms like "Power Elite" and "Techno-Roman," and is recognized as a pioneer among Japanese personal cars.

[Model Specifications]

A plastic model assembly kit of the first-generation Nissan Leopard personal coupe.

★ 1/24 scale; 193 mm in length, 75 mm in width, and 56 mm in height.

★ The linear, sharp-edged 2-door hardtop body is captured with great realism.

★ Features a detailed, luxurious interior, as well as a well-defined chassis underside and suspension.

★ The sunroof is functional, allowing for opening and closing even after assembly.

★ The chrome-plated wheels are fitted with realistic synthetic rubber tires.

★ Includes decals (such as vehicle name logos), metal transfer markings for the interior and fender-mounted mirrors, and one driver figure in a seated position.

★ Includes decals (water-slide transfers) for logos and other markings, as well as metal-finish emblem/mirror-surface transfers for the interior and side mirrors.

[Initial Release Date]

August 1981