Lotus 10 Riverside 1958 #23 Timanus by MEA Kit 43
Lotus 10 Riverside 200 1958
Also available MEASPL020 Manx
When John Timanus took delivery of his Lotus X, it was MG-powered and had originally been ordered by James Dean, who sadly never took delivery. Over the next few years the car was developed both mechanically with the engine swapped for a supercharged Climax unit and physically. The 1958 version of the car here has a revised nose which we think is prettier than the original, but the rest of the car looks fairly standard. By 1961 things had evolved significantly and the look was far more functional, with a Seven-esque front end with swept cycle fenders and abrupt cut-off rear. The earlier car has one of the rear fins slightly longer than the other and we think that this is an issue with the model rather than deliberate, but the shape of the ‘Manx’ version is much more consistent. The finish on both is a satin silver which appears authentic when compared with period photos. The overall standard of build is a little rustic, as is MEA’s style and they make charming, rare and interesting additions to any Lotus collection.
| Description: | Lotus 10 Riverside 1958 #23 Timanus |
| Catalogue#: | MEASPL021 |
| Product Type: | Hand Built |
| Scale: | 1:43 |
| Event: | GT & Sports Car Racing |
| Colour: | - |
| Drivers: | Timanus J |
| Sponsors: | #23 |
| Dates: | 1958 |
| Race/Position: | - |
| Release Date: | May 2017 |
| Weight: | 325 grams |
| Comments: | Riverside 200. Released 24/05/17 |
About MEA Kit 43
An interesting range initially specialising in 1:43 motorcycles. The nature of the subjects and the size of many of the parts mean that these are best suited to those with good eyesight! Casting quality is variable and this combined with the size puts them firmly in the 'for the experienced modeller' category.
Alongside the bikes are a number of Dakar raid subjects and early Lotus race cars, again offered as kits and hand builts. The SPL series is hand built only and concentrates on very unusual race cars. Build quality is basic, variable and nowhere near the class leaders and usually presented in recycled Spark cases. Very interesting subjects that may otherwise not be modelled and therefore for the hardcore collector.
Made in France.