AUTOart 79171 Miura SVR review: the rear clamshell earns the space
The red composite SVR exposes a richly detailed engine through its large clamshell. Its restored identity and handling cautions distinguish it from older versions.
At a Glance
Model essentials
- Opening front and rear clamshells
- Separate opening trunk lid
- Composite restored-state SVR
Collection highlights
- Large transformation reveals the engine
- Finished cabin details
Before you choose
- Fuel flap fixed
- Careful steering handling needed
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The rear bodywork moves out of the way to expose the engine, turning this Miura into a substantially different display. That large change is the principal attraction; a small separate trunk lid also opens within the rear assembly.
A restored state, not every version of the same car
The SVR inspection distinguishes AUTOart’s current-state interpretation from the earlier state represented by Kyosho. The differences are not simply metal versus composite. Do not borrow an older model’s antenna or functioning fuel flap as expected equipment here.
- The engine has extensive visible wiring within the surrounding frame.
- The cabin combines flocking with belts and fine buckles.
- The fuel flap does not open.
- The supplied instructions caution against rough steering-wheel handling.
The catalog width and height describe no verified open-clamshell envelope. A dramatic open display needs a separate clearance check, especially if the shelf above it is close.
The 2000GT–Miura comparison contrasts this large rear opening with the Toyota’s more selective service-hatch display.
Pros & Cons Analysis
See the source attributions and review limitations below.
Pros
- The rear opening exposes wiring and frame detail rather than only a shallow cover.
- Flocking and fine belt fittings give the passenger area another close-view subject.
Cons
- A function present on another interpretation cannot be assumed on this release.
- The included warning reported in the inspection argues against rough manipulation; no breakage rate is implied.
Reserve room for the engine reveal
79171 is strongest with enough clearance to appreciate the rear opening and engine. Treat it as the restored SVR state and handle the steering as instructed, rather than expecting the functions or feel of an older metal interpretation.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | AUTOart |
|---|---|
| Product code | 79171 |
| Subject | Lamborghini Miura SVR Jota |
| Edition / version | Restored-state SVR interpretation |
| Color / livery | Red |
| Scale | 1:18 |
| Model type | Model car |
| Materials | Composite body; other components vary |
| Length | 9.75 in |
| Width | 4.75 in |
| Height | 2.25 in |
| Measurement basis | Approximate merchant catalog model dimensions; pose unspecified |
| Opening panels | Front clamshell; doors; rear clamshell; separate trunk lid; fuel flap fixed |
| Moving parts | Steerable wheels |
| Lighting | Unknown |
| Power source | Unknown |
| Included figures | Unknown |
| Included equipment | Unknown |
| Display base | Unknown |
