Newsletter 442: The GT40 by Meng

The GT40 by Meng

The GT40 by Meng
Hardly any details are known about the 1/12 scale model that Meng is preparing of the Ford GT40 Mk.II. A few months ago they showed the box design, a few weeks ago they uploaded images of the 3D designs, a few days ago they showed images of an assembled model and yesterday they provided us with an estimated sale price and possible supply date in Europe, scheduled for the end of the year. And on the record, this is all we can tell you at this moment... :)

But off the record, we can tell you that we are looking forward to the moment we have the model on the table!!! The boss has already started clearing the assembly table to make room for the new kid. Although we will have to make use of that patience of which we scale modelers boast so much: we are seeing and suffering many delays and changes the product release date so it is very possible that we will have to wait a little longer.

We are overwhelmed by emotion and a lot of questions pop up in our minds: will there be decals to make other versions? will there be different versions of the model? is it going to be as awesome as it looks? Can't wait for it! : D

In the meantime, don't panic: you can pre-order your scale model at SpotModel right away, while you can also take home some fresh novelties to make the wait more bearable. :)

Revell: Hobby tool - Precision Scraper image

Revell: Hobby tool - Precision Scraper

Revell Reference: REV39083

This curious tool will allow you, with its sharp, high-quality carbon steel blade, to remove burrs and unwanted details on the plastic parts of your models.
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Tamiya: Piping cord - Black wire 1.00mm - other materials image

Tamiya: Piping cord - Black wire 1.00mm - other materials

Tamiya Reference: TAM12678

Black cable measuring 1.00mm diameter and 2 meters in length, perfect for simulating spark plug wires and similar wiring.
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Tamiya: Lacquer paint - Mica Silver LP-72 - 1 x 10ml image

Tamiya: Lacquer paint - Mica Silver LP-72 - 1 x 10ml

Tamiya Reference: LP-72

Mica silver paint tone from the Tamiya Color Lacquer Paint range, consisting of a fine lacquer as used in the sprays of the brand. They have the main advantage of drying in a short time and offer a high strength finish. The bottle includes 10 ml of paint.
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Decalcas: Detail 1/24 scale - Plastic traffic barriers type 01 - resin parts - 2 units image

Decalcas: Detail 1/24 scale - Plastic traffic barriers type 01 - resin parts - 2 units

Decalcas Reference: DCL-PAR029

Set of two plastic barriers as used on many countries. Made in solid resin, they are perfect to complement dioramas and small displays.
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Decalcas: Vacuum formed parts 1/12 scale - Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP - vacuum formed parts - for Tamiya references TAM14138 and TAM14141 image

Decalcas: Vacuum formed parts 1/12 scale - Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP - vacuum formed parts - for Tamiya references TAM14138 and TAM14141

Decalcas Reference: DCL-VAC017

Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP windshield made of 0.2mm transparent laminated material, for replacing the transparent plastic parts of your kit. You will achieve a more realistic look on your kit, both for the reduced thickness (much closer to reality on that scale than the original transparent part) as well as for its shininess and transparency. Windshield comes already cut, fitting your model perfectly without any additional cutting.
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Shunko Models: Marking / livery 1/12 scale - Lotus Ford Type 78 Lotus Team sponsored by John Player Special #5, 6 - Mario Andretti, Gunnar Nilsson - FIA Formula 1 World Championship 1977 - water slide decals, assembly instructions and tobacco sponsor decals - for Tamiya references TAM12022, BS1222 and TAM12037

Shunko Models Reference: SHK-D421

Decals sheet with the whole livery, including tobacco sponsor logos, for the 1/12 scale Lotus Ford Type 78 by Tamiya. They can be used in both the original kit and in the re-edition released a few years ago. Finally in 1/12 scale !!
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Shunko Models: Marking / livery 1/12 scale - Lotus Ford Type 78 Lotus Team Team sponsored by Imperial International #6 - Gunnar Nilsson - Japanese Formula 1 Grand Prix 1977 - water slide decals, assembly instructions and tobacco sponsor decals - for Tamiya references TAM12022, BS1222 and TAM12037

Shunko Models Reference: SHK-D422

Decals sheet with the whole livery, including tobacco sponsor logos, for the Tamiya 1/12 scale Lotus Ford Type 78 sponsored by Imperial International that raced at the 1977 Japanese GP. They can be used in both the original kit and in the re-edition released a few years ago. Finally in 1/12 scale !!
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Studio27: Transkit 1/20 scale - Tyrrell Ford P34 Tyrrell Racing Team sponsored by ELF #3, 4 - Ronnie Peterson, Patrick Depailler - Early season, Formula 1 World Championship 1977 - resin parts, water slide decals, white metal parts and assembly instructions - for Fujimi references FJ090900, 09090, GP-34, FJ090924, 09092, GP-35, FJ090962, 09096, GP-39, FJ09098, 090986, GP-40, FJ090986, 09098, GP-40, FJ09149, GP-48, FJ091914, 09191, GP-59, FJ092058, GP-17, 09205 and FJ11385

Studio27 Reference: ST27-TK2064

Limited time re-edition of this transkit to transform the precious Tyrrell Ford P34 into the version from the beginning of the 1977 season. This transkit is designed for the 1/20 scale model of Fujimi in its different references. The decals make it possible to complete the decorations for the Grand Prix of Brazil, South Africa and the United States West, respectively the second, third and fourth rounds of the season.
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StreetBlisters: Paint for airbrush - BMW Alpine White II - 1 x 30ml - for Beemax Model Kits references B24007, Aoshima 098196, B24016 and B24019 image

StreetBlisters: Paint for airbrush - BMW Alpine White II - 1 x 30ml - for Beemax Model Kits references B24007, Aoshima 098196, B24016 and B24019

StreetBlisters Reference: SB30-6001

Pre-thinned paint bottle ready for airbrush use, including 30ml of product. It has been formulated to recreate the white tone used throughout the BMW M3 E30 racing vehicles range.
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StreetBlisters: Paint for airbrush - Ferrari Rosso Chiaro 20R190 Red - 1 x 30ml image

StreetBlisters: Paint for airbrush - Ferrari Rosso Chiaro 20R190 Red - 1 x 30ml

StreetBlisters Reference: SB30-0117

Pre-thinned paint bottle ready for airbrush use, including 30ml of product. It has been formulated to recreate the Ferrari Rosso Chiaro red with code 20R190 used in several Ferrari models.
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StreetBlisters: Paints set for airbrush - Chevrolet Millennium Yellow - 2 x 30ml image

StreetBlisters: Paints set for airbrush - Chevrolet Millennium Yellow - 2 x 30ml

StreetBlisters Reference: SB30-6006

Set of two 3 coat paint bottles, including 30ml each, ready for airbrush use. It has been formulated to recreate the Chevrolet Millennium Yellow used in various Chevrolet models such as the C5R from 2000 to 2007.
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StreetBlisters: Paint for airbrush - Chevrolet Velocity Yellow Tintcoat - 1 x 30ml image

StreetBlisters: Paint for airbrush - Chevrolet Velocity Yellow Tintcoat - 1 x 30ml

StreetBlisters Reference: SB30-6007

Pre-thinned paint bottle ready for airbrush use, including 30ml of product. It has been formulated to recreate the yellow tone used by Chevrolet in the C6R and C7R between 2005 and 2017.
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StreetBlisters: Paint for airbrush - Peugeot 306 Maxi Blanc Banquise White - 1 x 30ml - for Nunu reference PN24009 image

StreetBlisters: Paint for airbrush - Peugeot 306 Maxi Blanc Banquise White - 1 x 30ml - for Nunu reference PN24009

StreetBlisters Reference: SB30-6009

Pre-thinned paint bottle ready for airbrush use, including 30ml of product. It has been formulated to match the white tone used in the Peugeot 306 Maxi,
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StreetBlisters: Paint for airbrush - Peugeot 306 Maxi Blue - 1 x 30ml - for Reji Model references REJI-343 and REJI343 image

StreetBlisters: Paint for airbrush - Peugeot 306 Maxi Blue - 1 x 30ml - for Reji Model references REJI-343 and REJI343

StreetBlisters Reference: SB30-6010

Pre-thinned paint bottle ready for airbrush use, including 30ml of product. It has been formulated to match the blue tone used in the Peugeot 306 Maxi,
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StreetBlisters: Paint for airbrush - Peugeot 306 Maxi Cherry Red - 1 x 30ml image

StreetBlisters: Paint for airbrush - Peugeot 306 Maxi Cherry Red - 1 x 30ml

StreetBlisters Reference: SB30-6011

Pre-thinned paint bottle ready for airbrush use, including 30ml of product. It has been formulated to match the red tone used in the Peugeot 306 Maxi,
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StreetBlisters: Paint for airbrush - Peugeot 306 Maxi Sundance Yellow - 1 x 30ml image

StreetBlisters: Paint for airbrush - Peugeot 306 Maxi Sundance Yellow - 1 x 30ml

StreetBlisters Reference: SB30-6012

Pre-thinned paint bottle ready for airbrush use, including 30ml of product. It has been formulated to match the yellow tone used in the Peugeot 306 Maxi,
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StreetBlisters: Paint for airbrush - Peugeot 306 Maxi Platinum Silver - 1 x 30ml image

StreetBlisters: Paint for airbrush - Peugeot 306 Maxi Platinum Silver - 1 x 30ml

StreetBlisters Reference: SB30-6013

Pre-thinned paint bottle ready for airbrush use, including 30ml of product. It has been formulated to match the silver tone used in the Peugeot 306 Maxi,
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StreetBlisters: Paint for airbrush - Porsche Rubystone Red - 1 x 30ml image

StreetBlisters: Paint for airbrush - Porsche Rubystone Red - 1 x 30ml

StreetBlisters Reference: SB30-0285

Pre-thinned paint bottle ready for airbrush use, including 30ml of product. It has been formulated to match the purple hue used by Porsche in several models in their product range.
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Heller: Car scale model kit 1/24 scale - Renault Type AG Taxi Paris 1910 - plastic parts, rubber parts, water slide decals, assembly instructions and painting instructions image

Heller: Car scale model kit 1/24 scale - Renault Type AG Taxi Paris 1910 - plastic parts, rubber parts, water slide decals, assembly instructions and painting instructions

Heller Reference: 30705

Reissue of the ICM model made by Heller. It includes the same 108 pieces as the original model in addition to having a full color manual.
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Scale Production: Rims and tyres set 1/24 scale - BBS FI-R 18 inches with slicks - resin parts and rubber parts - 4 units image

Scale Production: Rims and tyres set 1/24 scale - BBS FI-R 18 inches with slicks - resin parts and rubber parts - 4 units

Scale Production Reference: SPRF24141-4

Set of four 18-inch BBS FI-R wheels with slick slick tire. These wheels are used in all types of modern GTs: Ferrari, Porsche, Lamborghini, ... and even in Sport Prototypes.
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USCP: Car scale model kit 1/24 scale - Citroën SM - photo-etched parts, resin parts, rubber parts, vacuum formed parts, other materials and assembly instructions image

USCP: Car scale model kit 1/24 scale - Citroën SM - photo-etched parts, resin parts, rubber parts, vacuum formed parts, other materials and assembly instructions

USCP Reference: 24K001

First full resin kit by USCP, with a very correct part list, executed in high quality gray resin. Its complete sheet of photo-etched allows the interior of the model to be detailed with great realism, such as the instrument panel or the center console. The kit includes two sets of rims with different designs. A car ahead of its time!
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USCP: Transkit 1/24 scale - Honda Civic EG Coupe sponsored by Fast And Furious - resin parts, rubber parts, other materials and assembly instructions - for the Hasegawa kits image

USCP: Transkit 1/24 scale - Honda Civic EG Coupe sponsored by Fast And Furious - resin parts, rubber parts, other materials and assembly instructions - for the Hasegawa kits

USCP Reference: 24T038

Absolutely mind-blowing this transkit for recreating the Honda Civic EG Coupe from the Fast and Furious movie, based on the Hasegawa model of the Civic. Inside the box you will find the bodywork, low profile tires, rims, rear spoiler and other parts, all executed in a really spectacular smooth and thin resin, with a soft touch, that must be seen to be believed. It is without a doubt a great product by USCP,
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USCP: Transkit 1/24 scale - Ford Shelby Mustang GT500 Eleanor 1965 and 1966 - photo-etched parts, resin parts, seatbelt fabric, water slide decals manufactured with digital technology, other materials and assembly instructions - for Revell references REV07065, 80-7065, REV07242 and 80-7242 image

USCP: Transkit 1/24 scale - Ford Shelby Mustang GT500 Eleanor 1965 and 1966 - photo-etched parts, resin parts, seatbelt fabric, water slide decals manufactured with digital technology, other materials and assembly instructions - for Revell references REV07065, 80-7065, REV07242 and 80-7242

USCP Reference: 24T009

An absolutely mind blowing transkit designed by Alex Kovalev, deeply renewed to include enhancements in the bodyworks as well as new parts, for recreating the Shelby GT500 Custom Eleanor using the Revell / Monogram kits as a base. It includes photo-etched parts and an extensive resin parts list: headlights, bodywork, wheels and interior parts. For assembling this transkit you need to have either the Revell or Monogram models in 1/24 scale of any of the Ford Mustang, Ford Mustang Convertible, Shelby Mustang GT 350, or any of the several other variants they have released.
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El Torito: Logotypes 1/24 scale - RockStar Energy Drink - water slide decals manufactured with digital technology image

El Torito: Logotypes 1/24 scale - RockStar Energy Drink - water slide decals manufactured with digital technology

El Torito Reference: ELTORITO029

"RockStar Energy Drink" brand logos in different sizes and variants for you to use in your car, truck and motorcycle kits of all scales.
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