Ignition Model RWB Pink Pig 1:64 diecast model

Ignition Model: Japan's Modified-JDM Specialist, Now in 1:64

Ignition Model is a Japanese scale-model maker with a clear specialty: modified JDM cars. Its catalogue reads like a roll-call of Japan's best-known tuners, and it has become a favourite of collectors who want the tuned and widebody versions rather than the stock cars. Here is what the brand is about and how its 1:64 range fits into a collection.

A Japanese Specialist in Modified Cars

Ignition Model describes itself as a scale model car manufacturer from Japan specialising in JDM cars. The brand is best known for its high-end 1:18 resin models, which are priced accordingly, and it also makes 1:43 pieces. More recently it has added a 1:64 line in diecast and resin that retailers describe as a more affordable way into the same subjects, produced in limited numbers.

The Tuner Names Behind the Models

What sets Ignition Model apart is the company it keeps. Its range is built around some of the most respected names in the Japanese tuning world:

  • Liberty Walk (LB-Works / LBWK): the widebody builder behind the dramatic R35 GT-R and Silhouette conversions. Liberty Walk's own online store lists Ignition Model products.
  • RWB: Rauh-Welt Begriff, the Porsche widebody builder whose hand-built cars we explore in our RWB culture story.
  • Pandem / Rocket Bunny: the widebody kits behind many modern Toyota and Nissan builds.
  • Top Secret and RE Amemiya: two older names in Skyline and RX-7 tuning.

Ignition Model at TorqueTribe

Our Ignition Model 1:64 cars are listed as pre-orders:

"Chance of Chase" means that a small number of a production run may be a rare variant, which adds a little excitement to opening the box. If you are new to booking ahead, see our pre-order guide.

Where It Fits in Your Collection

Ignition Model sits at the premium end of the tuner world. If you like the look, our guides to Kaido House, Inno64 and Hobby Japan cover the other JDM brands we carry, from custom street racers to everyday Japanese cars. The full list is in our Complete Guide to Diecast Collecting in India.

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