Every Rauh-Welt Begriff car carries a name, and Kashiwa is among the most visually distinctive in the RWB catalogue. GT Spirit has captured it at 1:18 scale in resin, prioritising the exterior fidelity that defines the appeal of these wide-body builds: the flared arches, lowered stance and bespoke light blue paintwork that set Kashiwa apart from other named 964 conversions.
The Porsche 911 964: A Foundation for RWB
The Type 964 is the generation of the Porsche 911 built from 1989 to 1994, notable as the first 911 to offer all-wheel drive in the Carrera 4 variant and the first to adopt coil springs. Its air-cooled flat-six and distinctive bodywork made it one of the most sought-after 911 generations — and precisely why it became the primary donor platform for Akira Nakai's wide-body conversions.
Kashiwa: A Named Build from Akira Nakai
Rauh-Welt Begriff, founded by Akira Nakai, operates on a principle that distinguishes it from any conventional tuning house: each car is assembled on-site by Nakai himself and given an individual name, typically drawn from Japanese cities or cultural references. Kashiwa follows this tradition. The build features dramatically flared fenders, custom bumpers and a lowered stance — hallmarks of the RWB approach — finished here in a light blue that gives Kashiwa its own identity within the RWB roster. It is a road-registered show and display vehicle, not a competition car.
GT Spirit's 1:18 Scale Model in Resin
GT Spirit produces this 1:18 scale model car in resin, a material that allows the maker to reproduce complex organic shapes — the flared arches and wide-body panels of the RWB conversion — with a high degree of exterior accuracy. As is standard across GT Spirit's resin range, the body is a sealed one-piece construction without opening parts; all the detail is concentrated on the exterior surfaces, where the RWB character lives. The light blue finish replicates the specific livery of the Kashiwa build.
In the Display Cabinet
At 1:18, the Kashiwa makes a strong impression on a shelf — the wide-body RWB stance means the model reads wider than a standard 964 in the same scale. It pairs naturally with other GT Spirit RWB 911 resin models, including builds based on the 964 and 993 generations, allowing collectors to assemble a coherent series of named Nakai builds. The 964 also sits comfortably alongside standard Porsche 911 production models in 1:18, providing a direct visual reference for how far the RWB conversion departs from the factory specification.
Frequently asked questions
Does the model have opening parts?
No. GT Spirit produces sealed one-piece resin bodies as standard across their range, and this model follows that approach. All detail is concentrated on the exterior: the flared RWB fenders, custom bumpers, lowered ride height and light blue paintwork.
What material is the model made from?
The model is cast in resin. GT Spirit uses this material across their 1:18 range because it supports fine exterior surface detail, which matters on a wide-body build where the panel shapes and arch flares are the centrepiece of the subject car.
What makes the Kashiwa different from other RWB 911 models?
Each RWB car is individually hand-built by Akira Nakai and given a unique name. Kashiwa is distinguished by its light blue finish, which differentiates it from other named builds in the RWB catalogue. Collectors pursuing the full series of named RWB 964 builds will find Kashiwa a distinct addition.
