{"product_id":"fly-car-model-r5-gt-turbo-uk-cup-1984-sw-flye2126","title":"Fly Car Model R5 GT Turbo UK Cup 1984 SW FLYE2126","description":"\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"html\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\" data-decoded=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eR5 GT Turbo UK Cup 1984\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1:32 Scale model produced by Fly Car Model, with lots of details as based on the prototype, this model will surely be a proud part of your slot car collection. This model includes lots of added features including Rubber tyres, fitted Copper braids and a powerful motor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1:32 Scale Model\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitted Magnet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCopper Braids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRubber Tyres\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear Plastic Display Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBased on the prototype seen at UK Cup in 1984\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDetails:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1984 UK Cup was part of Britain’s vibrant national motorsport scene, featuring competitive rally and circuit-style events that showcased a wide mix of Group B and Group A-era machinery on demanding mixed British stages. Tight tarmac sections, fast rural roads, and unpredictable weather conditions made tyre choice, traction, and driver precision critical factors in overall performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is important to note that the iconic Renault 5 GT Turbo, developed by Renault, was not present in the 1984 UK Cup, as the model had not yet entered production or homologation at that time (it was introduced in 1985).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, the UK Cup era is closely associated with the rising popularity of compact turbocharged hot hatches that would soon dominate club rally and national competitions. The Renault 5 GT Turbo went on to become one of the most recognisable and successful cars in this category during the mid-to-late 1980s, valued for its lightweight chassis, turbocharged 1.4-litre engine, and agile handling characteristics ideally suited to British tarmac rally stages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor slot car enthusiasts and collectors, the Renault 5 GT Turbo represents the spirit of the evolving mid-1980s rally scene. Although not part of the 1984 UK Cup itself, its later competition success and iconic hot hatch styling make it a perfect subject for detailed slot car models, ideal for recreating classic British rally stages and historic club motorsport grids with authentic 1980s performance character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Fly Car Model","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57708623004021,"sku":"FLYE2126","price":57.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0689\/4590\/3920\/files\/flye2126_1.jpg?v=1793472903","url":"https:\/\/accessmodels.co.uk\/products\/fly-car-model-r5-gt-turbo-uk-cup-1984-sw-flye2126","provider":"Access Models","version":"1.0","type":"link"}