Newsletter 508: Virtual Nuremberg 2022February 10^th, 2022

Finally in scale model, Oldsmobile's contribution to the era of the incredible American Muscle Cars of the 70s! The 442 Coupé of 1971 had a V8 engine of no less than 7.5 liters, a real outrage if we compare them with current engines. Revell has reproduced this model at 1/24 scale, with a fully detailed engine, decals to reproduce the wooden details of the dashboard, and many other details that will delight lovers of these asphalt beasts.

Scale kit to make the third generation of the famous Volkswagen van, in its passenger version with up to 8 seats. which appeared on the market in 1979. It still had the engine located at the rear, which is reproduced on the model, which also allows the mounting of the sliding side door. The decal sheet includes, apart from the pattern for the typical Volkswagen checkered upholstery for the seats, different number plates for many countries.

Car manufacturers are putting all the meat on the grill with their electric vehicles, with increasingly exclusive, striking and passionate products. Revell has decided to reproduce, within its "Easy Click" series, one of the latest models to hit the market, the Audi e-Tron GT. A model with a great detail of the interior and a neat bodywork.

This kit, which includes 120 parts, makes it possible to make one of the most outstanding models in the history of the American automobile. Its openable hood allows to leave its powerful V8 engine in sight once assembled, and it is fully detailed. The kit includes several chrome parts, such as the radiator grille and the bumpers, to give the model an even more realistic touch, and its complete decal sheet allows some degree of customization of your model.

Reedition of the classic BMW Isetta by Revell in 1/16 scale, this time with Cola Cola advertising.

The Shelby Cobra 427 is one of those cars that has reached the rank of myth in its own right, mainly because of its V8 engine which, combined with the lightness of the car, allowed this beast designed by Carroll Shelby to go from 0 to 100 km/h in just 4 seconds. Revell has reproduced this model, including the tubular frame and engine, and given it a very special and recognizable livery, the legendary light blue and orange of sponsor Gulf Oil. What suits you?

Another option to make the model of the Porsche 917X, in this case manufactured by Revell based on the Fujimi model. The decoration chosen, that of Porsche's first overall victory in the 24 hours of Le Mans, achieved in the 1970 edition. As with the Fujimi model, this kit does not include among its parts those necessary to reproduce the complete engine.

Big, big, but very big! The possibilities to detail this model are endless, and if not, to enjoy it once assembled with all its details. Of course, we will have to find a hole. The kit includes 154 parts, a detailed engine, as well as the rest of the mechanical elements such as suspensions or transmissions, chrome parts, decals to choose between three different versions, etc. And in addition to the front bonnet, the part of the roof above the seats can also be removed. One last!

What a beast the so-called American Muscle Cars have! All power looking for the greatest possible acceleration, although difficult to drive. Perhaps that is why they have so many followers, and for them, Revell is launching several of the most mythical models on scale. This time the turn is for the Chevrolet Camaro SS, reproduced in great detail with a great exploded view, including the engine and gearbox.

From the community, to the community - that's what Revell Builder's Choice kits stand for. Design resulting from a competition, winner chosen from the Revell Community, a must for all Revell collectors.

Water-based decals to recreate one of the famous Rothmans versions that were used in the Porsche 911 SCRS homologated as Gr.B. It includes the Rothmans decals that Nunu's kt does not have, as well as an improved version of the gold and red lines that allow you to easily delimit the transition from blue to white on the bodywork.

Set of photo-etched parts for detailing and improving the Lancia Delta S4 by both Beemax and Nunu

Petassi and De Bonis participated in the Monte Carlo Rally in 1973 aboard this Alpine A110, although they failed to finish the race. As was typical at the time, the vehicles needed to carry enough material on board to solve any eventuality, and it was not uncommon to find units carrying up to two spare wheels on the roof.

A model perhaps not well known, but in 1975, after changing the Maserati engine for the well-known 3-liter Ford Cosworth DFV, it was about to win the 1975 24 Hours of Le Mans, finishing second, only 1 lap from the winning Mirage GR8. Profil has been able to reproduce the shapes and essence of the car, with its large rear spoiler and its transparent plastic rear cover that partially reveals the engine and gearbox. A little piece of French history!

With such a detailed model, it will be necessary to remember how to adjust the valve tappets, how to measure the piston rings or how to set the timing. Impressive exploded view of the Cosworth DFV engine, as well as the rest of the model, with rarely seen details such as the movable side skirts used in the real model to increase and maintain ground effect. The tires not only come pre-painted with the manufacturer's logos, but also have the rest of the tire information in relief. Simply amazing!

Set of four 6-volt batteries for US trucks, including decals and wiring. The box that acts as the battery holder in the example images is NOT included in the set.

Set of two 24 volt batteries for European trucks. The set includes decals and wiring.

Set of two compressed air dryers for trucks. Includes resin parts and decals.

Model that will allow us to recreate the first version of the mythical Golf GTI with all its details, including the part of the engine compartment thanks to its detailed engine and gearbox. The decals include license plates for different European countries, as well as some North American states. For those who prefer not to paint, the body mouldings are also included in the decals.

Very interesting kit by Heller of a true french transport vehicle icon. The kit features a fully detailed engine and fully operational doors. It is the perfect kit for decorating like grandpa's van!!

Flatter design than the DAB Models Oscar references of the extra headlights fitted to rally cars. Some great headlights with their support anchored in the rear, and the possibility of mounting both with a protective cover or uncovered with the glass in sight. Includes decals for up to 3 different manufacturers (Hella, Marchal, Cibie). In this case, the actual 180 mm headlights are converted to 1/18 scale 10 mm diameter optics.

Flatter design than the DAB Models Oscar references of the extra headlights fitted to rally cars. Some great headlights with their support anchored in the rear, and the possibility of mounting both with a protective cover or uncovered with the glass in sight. Includes decals for up to 3 different manufacturers (Hella, Marchal, Cibie). In this case, the actual 200 mm headlights convert to 1/18 scale 11.1 mm diameter optics.

New Tamiya model of the evolution of the Toyota 86 made by Toyota GAZOO RACING. The model includes everything necessary to recreate every last detail of the mechanical part, both suspension and engine, which will be visible through an opening front hood. The headlight lenses are included as separate pieces of the bodywork, and have interior relief for total realism. The painting of the crystals is easier than ever thanks to the masks included in the model.

Transkit for recreating the Volkswagen Vento using the Fujimi kit as a base. It corresponds to the body with a round front headlight grille.

The Group C vehicles were very famous in the 80s and 90s, so much so that there were national championships to race with these circuit monsters, as happened in Japan within the JSPC. There were many Japanese teams that, in addition, took advantage of the WEC world championship races in Japan to measure themselves against the best teams in the world. The Omron team's Porsche 962C finished the 1988 WEC race at Fuji in second place, and the following year in the JSPC it took victory in the second race, also at Fuji. These Shunko decals can be used as a replacement for the original Hasegawa kit decals of the same version, or used to modify any of the other Hasegawa 962C references.

Complete decoration, including the tobacco logos, of the Williams FW16 during its participation in the second race of the 1994 season held at the Japanese circuit of Aïda, in what was called the Pacific Grand Prix, a race in which the Williams team luck was not on his side, with Senna retiring after being caught at the start by Hakkinen, and Hill suffering the same fate with a gearbox failure after climbing back to second. An essential decal to complete the decoration of the Fujimi kit as it competed in the race.

Decals to complete the version of the Lancer Evo II that occupied the first two places in the 1995 Rally Sweden, where Kenneth Eriksson climbed to the highest step of the podium. A complete decal sheet that includes, in addition to all the logos and numbers for both Mitsubishi Ralliart team cars, the necessary decals for the interior, including the driver and co-driver names for the bucket seats and the dashboard dials.

Reproduction developed by MFH of the car that started talking about Ferrari all over the world. Body and chassis molded in resin for a better fit between the main bodies. The rim assembly is quite a challenge, mounting like real rims spoke to spoke. A job that will be worth it for its spectacular nature once completed.

Reproduction developed by MFH of the car that started talking about Ferrari all over the world. Body and chassis molded in resin for a better fit between the main bodies. The rim assembly is quite a challenge, mounting like real rims spoke to spoke. A job that will be worth it for its spectacular nature once completed.

Complete and detailed kit where various materials are combined, including white metal parts, turned metal parts, photo-etched parts, rubber tires, 3D printed parts using laser lithography and a sheet of decals that allow the original vehicle to be reproduced with great fidelity, The tires feature pre-printed manufacturer logos, and the front and rear body covers can be removed, allowing a full view of the detailed interior and mechanical parts. Nothing better than using JOE HONDA's publishing about the 1967 Ferrari 330P4 P3/4 to get the best results.

Set of 6 plate lights similar to those manufactured by Hella, used to illuminate numbers pads in many racing vehicles during the 60s and 70s. The pieces are made of 3D printed resin, with a light diffuser in transparent resin separated from the casing, thus making the painting job easier and achieving greater realism and depth.

Set of 6 plate lights similar to those manufactured by Fomoco, used to illuminate number pads in many racing vehicles during the 60s and 70s. The pieces are made of resin by 3D printing, with a light diffuser in transparent resin separated from the casing, thus making the painting job easier and achieving greater realism and depth.

Set of 6 plate lights similar to those manufactured by the Lucas brand, used to illuminate the number pads in many racing vehicles in the 60s and 70s. The pieces are made of resin by 3D printing, with a transparent light diffuser in resin separated from the casing, thus making the painting job easier and achieving greater realism and depth.

Set of hood latches with pin, designed for use on 1/24 and 1/20 scale models. Includes a total of 12 closures made of resin by 3D printing. The extreme detail with which these closures are designed and manufactured provide greater realism to your models.

As has happened with the real model, which has been updated in 2022, Tamiya launches a new kit with the updated version of the Subaru BRZ, A model with great fittings, which allows the 2.4-liter four-cylinder fully atmospheric engine to be reproduced in maximum detail, with Subaru's signature boxer set-up.