Corgi 1:43 Porsche 911 Targa S

Another fine example of a Corgi model is this Porsche targa that does not have an open roof design, yet has a nice charm on its own.

Originally Porsche had this idea of bringing a convertible model to the new 911 line when it was introduced in 1963, but looming regulations on roof strength in rollover accidents led to a demise in convertible models during the 1970's, so Porsche got bold and created the targa model that allowed open-top motoring while still making the roof sturdy if the car was involved in a rollover.  Today the Targa still exists in the Porsche line despite some different designs: in the 1996 the Targa was basicaly a glass roof panel that slid behind the rear window, while in 2016 the Targa used an electrohydraulic setup to raise the rear section to stow the targa top panel.  Elsewhere it was still the same 911 model that customers and Porsche fans love, including the air-cooled 2.4L flat six that produces 190 horsepower through a 4-speed manual transmission.

Painted in this nice vintage green color this 911 looks really nice.  The front is capitalized by jeweled headlights with chrome rings, signal lights that match the orange interior, and lower bumper that is part of the body-colored metal base.  The side profile shows off that classic 911 look with gold targa bar and wheels that look a bit large for the car, yet are smooth rolling and offer a working suspension.  The rear has a wraparound rear window, vented trunk with PORSCHE letters and 911 badge, and taillights that are also part of the interior trim.  Clean and simple, but being a universal model with police versions offered means the top is in the closed position, so adding black to the targa panel at least gives the impression of the proper targa model. 

The base underneath does not show much until you get to the rear where you can see the lower part of the flat-six motor.  However, open the rear trunk and you'll get a good view of the motor that is part of the metal trim that makes up the front and rear bumpers with detailed throttle bodies, hoses, and cooling fan that is part of the interior trim.  The doors open to an interior that is clean and simple with a metal 3-spoke steering wheel in a gold color.  The dashboard is flat and has the typical control layout of an early 911, while the shifter sits between the front seats that feature reclining seatbacks.  A very nicely done model by Corgi that has the beauty and charm of a 911, if only the targa top was in the open position.