Australian Cars Issue 44

COLLECT ALL THE LEGENDARY AUSTRALIAN CLASSIC CARS

Immerse yourself in the fascinating history of Australian automotive manufacturing with the Mitsubishi Sigma GK SE Sedan, a refined and confident family car — and one of the final chapters in a uniquely Australian motoring story that had begun life wearing a Chrysler badge.

With three-and-a-half decades of perspective, it's easy to forget just what a game-changer the Sigma was when it first arrived in Australia in 1977. The oil crisis of the mid-1970s was still a fresh memory, giving the idea of a bigger, more efficient four-cylinder car plenty of appeal — and the Sigma arrived at exactly the right time and place. By 1984, the GK series represented the most polished and mature expression of that vision. The GK Series was released in March 1984 as a comprehensive facelift, both inside and out — externally featuring a new bonnet, a shallower grille, new taillight clusters, and a repositioned rear number plate, while the interior specifications and trim were also substantially revised. At the top of the range, the SE sedan delivered a premium experience: plush velour upholstery, cut-pile carpeting, and power windows set it apart from lesser variants as a genuinely comfortable long-distance companion. Under the bonnet, the SE was powered by the 2.6-litre Astron four-cylinder engine, producing 76 kW at 4,800 rpm and 192 Nm of torque at 2,400 rpm — a broad, torquey unit well suited to Australian conditions. Assembly took place at the Tonsley Park plant in Adelaide, South Australia, making every Sigma GK a genuine product of Australian industry during one of the country's most dynamic periods of car manufacturing.

This precise 1:43 scale replica captures the very essence of the Mitsubishi Sigma GK SE Sedan — a car that embodied the quiet confidence of early 1980s Australian family motoring at its most refined.

The Mitsubishi Sigma GK SE is meticulously reproduced in high-quality die-cast metal, with details faithful to the original that capture its clean, angular lines, revised GK front end, and distinguished SE trim level. Rubber tires and swiveling wheels add a touch of realism to this slice of Australian manufacturing heritage.

Each piece comes accompanied by a captivating magazine filled with articles from that era, offering a fascinating glimpse into the history of Australian automotive, sourced from the archives of the renowned publication Wheels.

Features:

• Faithfully reproduced model at 1:43 scale
• High-quality die-cast metal for exceptional durability
• Precise detailing for maximum authenticity — including the signature GK revised front end, new taillight clusters, and SE premium trim detail
• Rubber tires and swiveling wheels for heightened realism

Relive the golden era of Australian-built family motoring with this distinctive model. Add the Mitsubishi Sigma GK SE Sedan to your Australian Cars collection today!