The description below is taken from the Airfix catalogue this kit was first seen in. There is also extra information underneath the main catalogues description including the changes to the name of this kit in the catalogues.
Airfix Catalogue description:Here is another internationally known sports car which recently acquired a string of rally successes to its credit. This 4 1/4 inch Airfix model is constructed from 52 parts and can be completed as an open sports car or hard-top. Interior features include bucket seats, windscreen, steering wheel, dash-board, gear lever and transmission cowling. Chassis details show independent front suspension and rear springs with transmission. - Taken from the 1st edition catalogue (1962)
1997 edition catalogue, recorded as a new kit.
1997 edition catalogue, listed as Austin Healey Sprite Mk I from Austin Healey Sprite Mk.1.
Airfix Series (first appearance): 1 Rarity of early version: Scarce First Issued: 1961
Box art ArtistsInformation taken from: Airfix Collectors Club, Artist and Kit list - 6th Ed. Compiled by Jeremy Brook.Artist on Box Type 3: Roy Cross Artist on Box Type 11: Roy Cross
This kit appeared in these catalogues:
1st Edition (1962) Ref: M2C 2nd Edition (1963) Ref: M2C 3rd Edition (1964) Ref: M2C 4th Edition (1966) Ref: M2C 5th Edition (1967) Ref: M2C 6th Edition (1968) Ref: M2C 7th Edition (1969) Ref: M2C 8th Edition (1970) Ref: M2C 1997 Edition Ref: 02421 1998 Edition Ref: 02421 1999 Edition Ref: 02421 2000 Edition Ref: 02421 2001 Edition Ref: 02421
Just some of the kits listed...
