
BMW 1 Series E88 Cabriolet Mineral Silver Metallic Kyosho 1:18

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Specifications
- Brand
- BMW
- Manufacturer
- Kyosho
- Scale
- 1:18
- Material
- Diecast
- Model Condition
- Used Model
- SKU
- 80430427020
- Year
- 2008
- Era
- 2000s
- Body Type
- Open-Top
- Vehicle Class
- GT Convertibles
- Openable Parts
- Yes
- Packaging Condition
- Traces of Storage
- Model Type
- Street Models
- EAN / GTIN
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About the BMW 1 Series E88 Cabriolet Mineral Silver Metallic Kyosho 1:18
TL;DR: Kyosho's 1:18 diecast BMW 1 Series E88 Cabriolet in Mineral Silver Metallic reproduces the 2008 compact entry-luxury convertible. Diecast construction captures the E88's smaller footprint and tighter proportions compared to BMW's larger 6 Series convertible offerings.
The E88 gave BMW an entry point into compact convertibles, a smaller and more accessible open-top option that sat well below the 6 Series in both size and price while still carrying the brand's driving-focused reputation.
Diecast Detailing on a Compact Convertible Body
The E88's shorter wheelbase and tighter overhangs give it a noticeably different stance than BMW's larger GT convertibles, and Kyosho's diecast reflects that compact footprint accurately rather than exaggerating the proportions for visual drama. Mineral Silver Metallic sits smooth and consistent across the body, a versatile finish that photographs well without drawing attention away from the car's clean, restrained surfacing. Panel lines around the windscreen frame and folding roof mechanism stay well-defined, important details on a convertible whose open-top engineering is part of its core identity.
Rounding Out a BMW Body-Style Collection
Placed alongside a larger 6 Series convertible, this 1 Series Cabriolet demonstrates the full range of BMW's open-top offerings during the same general era, from entry-luxury compact to full grand tourer. For collectors building a comprehensive BMW body-style survey, this smaller convertible fills an important gap that larger, flashier models tend to overshadow. Its compact size also makes it an easy fit on a shelf without demanding the display space larger convertibles require.














