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12th November 2023
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1990 Taiyo Suzuki Vitara (Global)

BRANDYEARMODELPOWERSPEEDDRIVEAVAILABLEMINT VALUE*RATINGCOMMENT
taiyo logo very small199090286xAA Vsml 0km/h
0mph
2WD
Used:
TBA

NIB:
Occasional
value75 150
3.8 out of 5
Relatively rare and unique with its built-in sound effects, it's definitely a collectors piece, and also fun to play with!
Rating
3.8
out of 5
Review CommentRelatively rare and unique with its built-in sound effects, it's definitely a collectors piece, and also fun to play with!

SPECIFICATIONS

ScaleDiff.Made inMotor
1/18NoneSingaporeUnknown
SteeringSuspensionGearBoxFreq.
PassiveAll Shocks2-SpeedBlack(27Mhz)

MODEL REVIEW

The Taiyo Suzuki Vitara is the global version of the original Japanese Suzuki Sound Spark, a radio controlled vehicle with various built-in sound effects.

We have included photos of both non-Japanese versions of the Vitara on this page:
1. White Box version marked for Asashi Gmbh (Germany), Made in Singapore.
2. Black Box version with unclear markings, Made in Singapore, and with additional decals on the car, and more colorful Taiyo logo.

Details:

  • All Vitara versions, both original Japanese and later ‘Global’ release carry the same model number 9028.
  • The core feature of the Sound Spark is it’s built-in sound effects, the same as modern WPL RC cars.
  • The same chassis is used for the Jet Bandit, and a modified version is used a few years later for the Tyco Python and Fire Power.

Information wanted!
Do you know more about the Vitara global version, and what the White and Black packaging relates to? Are they for different regions, or is the black version simply an updated design? We’d love to know, please comment below!

Checkout the YouTube video below to hear the sounds it makes. Note that the car in this video has been upgraded to a Brushless motor, the original isn’t quite so fast!

    VALUE / PRICE HISTORY

    Average Price

    $75.50

    Highest Price

    $116.99

    This average price is based on 3 sales we have recorded (max 10 shown).

    DatePriceConditionTypeTitle
    25 Sep 2023$116.99UsedBuyVintage 1990's taiyo japan r/c sound spark 1/18 suzuki vitara w/box tyco nikko
    10 Feb 2023$74.61Brand NewBuy It Now" suzuki vitara " nib b/o r/c taiyo vintage with sound of engine
    05 Dec 2022$34.02Pre-ownedAuctionVgc in box, bargain!!
    Prices in USD. NIB = New In box, MIB = Mint in Box, EC = Excellent Condition, VGC = Very Good Condition, GC+ = Good condition plus, GC = Good condition, PC = Poor Condition. With Controller = Car with controller. With Box = Box, Car, and Controller. We make all efforts to ensure data is accurate, but cannot guarantee it is.

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