Newsletter 526: Vasek Polak Racing TeamJuly 14th, 2022

Vasek Polak Racing Team

Vasek Polak Racing Team
All racing teams usually have a gasoline lover behind them and the Vasek Polak Racing Team is a clear example of this. Its Czech founder Vasek Polak began his career as a mechanic and racing in local events in his native country. He moved to the USA where he started repairing US Army engines, and later he opened a small repair shop. A few years after that, he became the first seller of Porsche vehicles in North America. Creating his own racing team full of models like the 917, 934, 935, etc. was just a matter of time.

The lads at Decalcas have set their sights on a beautiful 1/24 scale livery of one of the Vasek Polak team's Porsche 934, specifically the winner of the 1976 SCCA Trans-American championship in its category, which you can use on both Tamiya and Revell models.

The manufacturer also told us that if there is a minimum number of interested modelers, then they will also release this decal in 1/12 scale :)

What is certain is that the 1/24 scale version can already be reserved at SpotModel :D

Decalcas: Marking / livery 1/24 scale - Porsche 934 RSR Vasek Polak Team sponsored by First National City Travellers Checks #16 - George Follmer (US) - SCCA Trans-American Championship 1976 - water slide decals and assembly instructions - for Revell references REV07031, REV07032 and REV07685, or Tamiya references TAM24328 and TAM24334 image

Decalcas: Marking / livery 1/24 scale - Porsche 934 RSR Vasek Polak Team sponsored by First National City Travellers Checks #16 - George Follmer - SCCA Trans-American Championship 1976 - water slide decals and assembly instructions - for Revell references REV07031, REV07032 and REV07685, or Tamiya references TAM24328 and TAM24334

Decalcas Reference: DCL-DEC061

Decals for the decoration of the Porsche 934 RSR used in the last championship race of the SCCA Trans-American Championship held in 1976 at the Canadian circuit of Trois-Rivieres, where George Follmer with the number #16 not only won the race, but also was crowned the winner of the championship. We especially love the work and definition of the decoration travellers cheques. Great job! This reference can be used with Tamiya and Revell models.
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Model Factory Hiro: Car scale model kit 1/12 scale - Auto Union Type-C #2, 4 - Hans Stuck, Bernd Rosemeyer - German Formula 1 Grand Prix 1936 - photo-etched parts, resin parts, rubber parts, turned metal parts, vacuum formed parts, water slide decals, white metal parts, assembly instructions and painting instructions

Model Factory Hiro Reference: MFH-K816

Model Factory Hiro delights us with the 1/12 scale reproduction of the car with which Rosemeyer was proclaimed champion of Europe in 1936. A season of four races, where he got the victories in the grand prix of Germany, Switzerland and Italy, having to leave in Monaco. Its impressive 16-cylinder V-engine had increased its displacement to 6 liters, delivering 520 hp. A model in which various materials are used, such as white metal, resin, photo-etched parts, turned metal parts, rubber tires, decals and various cables. The rims, the dashboard clocks, the fuel cap and the end of the silencer are made of turned aluminium. The front and rear top covers can be removed, allowing a full view of the finished interior detailing. The kit is based on the version used at the 1936 German GP.
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Italeri: Car scale model kit 1/24 scale - Land Rover 4 wheel drive 109'' LWB - plastic parts, rubber parts, water slide decals and assembly instructions

Italeri Reference: 3665

A true classic, and with off-road capabilities that are difficult to match, even for today's most modern vehicles. This is the Land Rover 109, reproduced in this case by Italieri in its long-wheelbase pick-up version with canvas cover, and with the spare wheel on the hood. Without a doubt, it will give rise to many jobs where rust, mud and rocky terrain are the protagonists.
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Model Factory Hiro: Car scale model kit 1/12 scale - Porsche 917K Automotive Engineering Team sponsored by Gulf #1, 2 - Joseph 'Jo' Siffert + Brian Redman, Pedro Rodriguez + Leo Kinnunen - 24 Hours of Daytona 1970 - photo-etched parts, resin parts, rubber parts, turned metal parts, vacuum formed parts, water slide decals, white metal parts, assembly instructions and painting instructions

Model Factory Hiro Reference: MFH-K511

Scale kit based on the Porsche 917K used by the Automotive Engineering team during the 1970 24 Hours of Daytona, where both team cars achieved the one-two finish. A complete and detailed model that includes white metal and resin parts, photo-etched, vacuum-formed parts, turned metal parts, rubber tires, decals, etc. Once assembled, the model allows you to remove the front and rear hoods, as well as the doors, revealing the complete interior and mechanical parts.
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Model Factory Hiro: Car scale model kit 1/12 scale - Porsche 917K Automotive Engineering Team sponsored by Gulf #20, 21 - Joseph 'Jo' Siffert + Brian Redman, Pedro Rodriguez + Leo Kinnunen - 24 Hours Le Mans 1970 - photo-etched parts, resin parts, rubber parts, turned metal parts, vacuum formed parts, water slide decals, white metal parts, assembly instructions and painting instructions

Model Factory Hiro Reference: MFH-K512

Model kit based on the Porsche 917K used by the Automotive Engineering team during the 1970 Le Mans 24 Hours, with a wider rear hood compared to the one used that same year at Daytona. Neither of the two team cars made it to the finish line. A complete and detailed model that includes white metal and resin parts, photo-etched, vacuum-formed parts, turned metal parts, rubber tires, decals, etc. Once assembled, the model allows you to remove the front and rear hoods, as well as the doors, revealing the complete interior and mechanical parts.
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Model Factory Hiro: Car scale model kit 1/43 scale - Lancia Delta S4 Martini International Racing Team #4 - Henri Toivonen + Sergio Cresto - Tour de Corse 1986 - metal parts, photo-etched parts, resin parts, turned metal parts, vacuum formed parts, water slide decals, white metal parts, other materials, assembly instructions and painting instructions

Model Factory Hiro Reference: MFH-K813

After their bigger brothers at 1/12 and 1/24 scale, finally the 1/43 Lancia Delta S4 version from MFH is available. The front and rear hoods have been designed to be removable after completion to show full view of the detailed interior and the mechanical parts, and between other details, the tires come with the pre-painted tire brand. It is not possible to have more details in so little space!
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Model Factory Hiro: Car scale model kit 1/43 scale - Lancia Delta S4 Martini International Racing Team #7 - Henri Toivonen + Sergio Cresto - Monte Carlo Rally - Rallye Automobile de Monte-Carlo 1986 - metal parts, photo-etched parts, resin parts, rubber parts, turned metal parts, vacuum formed parts, water slide decals, white metal parts, other materials, assembly instructions and painting instructions

Model Factory Hiro Reference: MFH-K812

After their bigger brothers at 1/12 and 1/24 scale, finally the 1/43 Lancia Delta S4 version from MFH is available. The front and rear hoods have been designed to be removable after completion to show full view of the detailed interior and the mechanical parts, and between other details, the tires come with the pre-painted tire brand. It is not possible to have more details in so little space!
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Model Factory Hiro: Motorbike scale model kit 1/9 scale - BSA Blue Star 350 1933 - CNC metal parts, metal parts, photo-etched parts, resin parts, rubber parts, turned metal parts, water slide decals, white metal parts, other materials, assembly instructions and painting instructions

Model Factory Hiro Reference: MFH-K814

348 cc engine, 18 hp, high compression pistons, high lift cams and carburetor with accelerator pumps... the BSA Blue Star versions, although they were externally identical except for the color range, had a level of much higher performance than conventional models. A very desired motorcycle in its time, which will be equally desired in this very complete model that MFH brings us.
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Model Factory Hiro: Reference / walkaround book - JOE HONDA Sportscar Spectacles by Hiro: Sport Prototypes - Part 2 1968 image

Model Factory Hiro: Reference / walkaround book - JOE HONDA Sportscar Spectacles by Hiro: Sport Prototypes - Part 2 1968

Model Factory Hiro Reference: MFH-SS014

Second volume of the 1968 season dedicated to Sport Prototypes, the highlights being the chapters on the 1000 km of Nürburgring and the 24 hours of Le Mans. Includes images of the Ford GT40, Porsche 908, Chevron B8, Alfa Romeo T33/2, Alpine A220 and A221, Howmet TX and Ford F3L P68. It includes a total of 108 pages with color and black and white images, as well as Japanese text with partial English translation.
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Heller: Car scale model kit 1/8 scale - Citroën 15CV Six Traction Avant 1938 - plastic parts, rubber parts, water slide decals and assembly instructions image

Heller: Car scale model kit 1/8 scale - Citroën 15CV Six Traction Avant 1938 - plastic parts, rubber parts, water slide decals and assembly instructions

Heller Reference: 80799

There are models that our parents surely wanted to mount as a kit, not only because they were one of the first cars they saw circulating on the streets, but because they were iconic models that existed years ago. After a long time, Heller brings us the reissue of one of its "greatest" models, the Traction Avant at 1/8 scale!! All in giant, a model that has nothing more and nothing less than 1054 pieces, and whose size once assembled is 595 x 220 cm. And with such dimensions and number of parts, everything can be opened, both the four doors and the front hoods, with a fantastic reproduction of the engine, such as the trunk lid on which the spare wheel is located. Enormous no matter where you look at it!
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D.A.B. Models: Detail up set 1/24 scale - Lancia Super Delta - 3D printed parts - for Hasegawa references 20433, 25013, CR-13, 20457, 20507, 20548, 20601, 20648, 20685, 25015, CR-15, 25076, CR-116, HACR13, 25076, CR-116, HACR15, 25015 and CR-15 image

D.A.B. Models: Detail up set 1/24 scale - Lancia Super Delta - 3D printed parts - for Hasegawa references 20433, 25013, CR-13, 20457, 20507, 20548, 20601, 20648, 20685, 25015, CR-15, 25076, CR-116, HACR13, 25076, CR-116, HACR15, 25015 and CR-15

D.A.B. Models Reference: DAB24-032

Parts to upgrade the entire front grille assembly, including the base of the headlights, for Hasegawa Lancia "Super Delta" kits, where the grille comes on the kit as a separate plastic body piece. The exploded view of the set allows, apart from a maximum detail of the grilles, to easily paint the red frame characteristic of this version, as well as the central metallic frame. For the optics of the headlights, the transparent ones of the model itself are used.
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Tabu Design: Marking / livery 1/12 scale - Yamaha YZR500 0WA8 Roberts Team sponsored by Lucky Strike - Wayne Rainey (US), Kevin Magee (AU) - Motorcycle World Championship 1989 - water slide decals and tobacco sponsor decals - for Hasegawa reference 21710 image

Tabu Design: Marking / livery 1/12 scale - Yamaha YZR500 0WA8 Roberts Team sponsored by Lucky Strike - Wayne Rainey, Kevin Magee - Motorcycle World Championship 1989 - water slide decals and tobacco sponsor decals - for Hasegawa reference 21710

Tabu Design Reference: TABU12076

Wayne Rainey's bike had the Lucky Strike logo, right? And what's wrong with your kit of the 1989 Team Roberts Yamaha YZR500...? Do not torture yourself, here is the tobacco advertising that is missing. You and Wayne can now finally be in peace and harmony with the world.
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Studio27: Carbon fibre pattern decal set 1/12 scale - Yamaha YZF-R1M - water slide decals and assembly instructions - for Tamiya references TAM14133, HC-14133 and TMY14133 image

Studio27: Carbon fibre pattern decal set 1/12 scale - Yamaha YZF-R1M - water slide decals and assembly instructions - for Tamiya references TAM14133, HC-14133 and TMY14133

Studio27 Reference: ST27-CARBOND12007

Although the Yamaha YZF-R1M is a street bike, it is becoming more and more common for brands to incorporate some carbon parts, both to reduce weight and to resemble their competition counterparts. Studio27 has created a decal sheet with the necessary carbon patterns to decorate the fairing, fenders, rear cowl, and for other details and parts of your Yamaha YZF-R1M Tamiya kit.
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Studio27: Carbon fibre pattern decal set 1/12 scale - Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP - water slide decals and assembly instructions - for Tamiya references TAM14138 and TAM14141 image

Studio27: Carbon fibre pattern decal set 1/12 scale - Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP - water slide decals and assembly instructions - for Tamiya references TAM14138 and TAM14141

Studio27 Reference: ST27-CARBOND12010

The Honda CBR1000RR was born to be used in the WSBK, so weight is vital, which is why several of its parts are made of carbon... apart from the aesthetically pleasing finish. So that your Tamiya kit does not lack detail, we present you the carbon frames designed by Studio27 for use in the 1/12 scale Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP. Simply wonderful!!!
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Studio27: Marking / livery 1/24 scale - McLaren Senna XP Home Victory #1 - water slide decals and assembly instructions - for Tamiya references TAM24355, T24355 and TAM24355ST image

Studio27: Marking / livery 1/24 scale - McLaren Senna XP Home Victory #1 - water slide decals and assembly instructions - for Tamiya references TAM24355, T24355 and TAM24355ST

Studio27 Reference: ST27-DC1237

If the McLaren Senna XP is already a very special car, the Home Victory unit, which pays tribute to the first victory that Senna achieved in Brazil with McLaren, is even more so. There is only one! Better if we don't talk about its price, but what we can do is use the Studio27 decal set with the green and yellow motifs of the Brazil flag to convert our carbon fiber model of the McLaren Senna XP into this very special version.
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Tabu Design: Marking / livery 1/12 scale - Suzuki GSX-RR Ecstar Team Team sponsored by Monster Energy Estrella Galicia #36, 42 - Motorcycle World Championship 2022 - water slide decals - for Tamiya reference TAM14139

Tabu Design Reference: TABU12092

Here is the decoration with which Joan Mir and Alex Rins are defending the colors of Suzuki this 2022 season, so you can continue completing your collection of Suzukis GSX-RR from the Moto GP World Championship. A decal sheet that complements the one that comes with the kit, and that includes the logos of the new sponsors of 2022.
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KMP Kool Models Production: Rims and tyres set 1/24 scale - Speedline for Lancia Delta HF 1993 - 3D printed parts - 5 units image

KMP Kool Models Production: Rims and tyres set 1/24 scale - Speedline for Lancia Delta HF 1993 - 3D printed parts - 5 units

KMP Kool Models Production Reference: KMP-TK24005

Set of 17" Speedline rims with the design used by many Lancia Delta HF Integrale Gr.A, such as the official Repsol during the 1993 season. As a specific feature of its design, the outer cooling holes of the rim are rectangular, which sets it apart from the similar rim used in 1992. Two cooling vents for the front wheels are included in the set, which is ideal for combining with the KMP-TK24152 tarmac conversion kit.
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Fujimi: Figures set 1/24 scale - Mechanics - plastic parts and assembly instructions image

Fujimi: Figures set 1/24 scale - Mechanics - plastic parts and assembly instructions

Fujimi Reference: FJ116624

Set of four mechanical figures in different positions to decorate your models and complement your 1/24 scale dioramas.
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Fujimi: Car scale model kit 1/20 scale - Ferrari F2012 Scuderia Ferrari Team sponsored by Banco Santander #5, 6 - Fernando Alonso, Felipe Massa - Malaysia Formula 1 Grand Prix 2012 - plastic parts, rubber parts, water slide decals, assembly instructions and painting instructions

Fujimi Reference: FJ091990

The kit that will allow us to assemble the Ferrari F2012 with which Fernando Alonso won the 2012 Malaysian GP held in changing weather conditions. A model with many parts, with good fit, and with a great detail of the mechanical and aerodynamic parts.
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Scale Production: Upgrade 1/24 scale - Universal Mounting System for wheels - resin parts - 4 units image

Scale Production: Upgrade 1/24 scale - Universal Mounting System for wheels - resin parts - 4 units

Scale Production Reference: SP24-UMS

Universal mounting system to adapt the anchoring of the rims so that they can be mounted on Fujimi, Tamiya and Aoshima kits.
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Reji Model: Marking / livery 1/20 scale - McLaren Ford M23 McLaren Racing Limited Team sponsored by Marlboro Logos #11 - James Hunt (GB) - FIA Formula 1 World Championship 1976 - water slide decals, assembly instructions and tobacco sponsor decals - for Tamiya reference TAM20062 image

Reji Model: Marking / livery 1/20 scale - McLaren Ford M23 McLaren Racing Limited Team sponsored by Marlboro Logos #11 - James Hunt - FIA Formula 1 World Championship 1976 - water slide decals, assembly instructions and tobacco sponsor decals - for Tamiya reference TAM20062

Reji Model Reference: REJI-061

Does your re-edition of the McLaren M23 scale model come without the Marlboro logos, and do you think that without them the car does not look the same? We think the same, and that is why we have brought from Reji this decal sheet with all the Marlboro logos that the McLaren M23 Tamiya kit needs.
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Reji Model: Marking / livery 1/24 scale - Audi Quattro Sport Audi Sport Team sponsored by HB International #6 - Michele Mouton (FR) + Fabrizia Pons (IT) - Lombard RAC Rally 1984 - water slide decals, assembly instructions and tobacco sponsor decals - for Nunu reference PN24023 image

Reji Model: Marking / livery 1/24 scale - Audi Quattro Sport Audi Sport Team sponsored by HB International #6 - Michele Mouton + Fabrizia Pons - Lombard RAC Rally 1984 - water slide decals, assembly instructions and tobacco sponsor decals - for Nunu reference PN24023

Reji Model Reference: REJI-344

Decal sheet for the Audi Sport Quattro S1 to make the decoration of what was one of the last rallies of Michele Mouton within the official structure of Audi Sport in the World Rally Championship, the RAC Rally of England in 1984 in which she finished in fourth position, since in 1985 she focused on a program within the European Championship. A complete and detailed decoration where the HB tobacco logos are included.
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Highlight Model Studio: Detail 1/24 scale - Volvo logos - photo-etched parts image

Highlight Model Studio: Detail 1/24 scale - Volvo logos - photo-etched parts

Highlight Model Studio Reference: HME-070

Photo-etched plate designed to add a greater degree of realism to your Volvo 200 and 700 series models, with several of the emblems used in its different versions, including other details such as a set of door handles, lock cylinders, the Swedish nameplate, even the emblem on the front grille that referred to the addition of the Lambda sensor from 1975, something Volvo pioneered. You will not miss any detail.
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Highlight Model Studio: Wing set 1/24 scale - Spoiler wing 1 - photo-etched parts - 1 units image

Highlight Model Studio: Wing set 1/24 scale - Spoiler wing 1 - photo-etched parts - 1 units

Highlight Model Studio Reference: HME-071

Spectacular rear spoiler made in photo-etched so that you can add a very sporty touch to any of your models,
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D.A.B. Models: Detail up set 1/24 scale - Lancia Delta HF Integrale 16V - 3D printed parts - for Hasegawa references 20289, 20710, 25208 and HACR08 image

D.A.B. Models: Detail up set 1/24 scale - Lancia Delta HF Integrale 16V - 3D printed parts - for Hasegawa references 20289, 20710, 25208 and HACR08

D.A.B. Models Reference: DAB24-031

Parts to upgrade the entire front grill assembly, including the base of the headlights, for the Hasegawa Lancia Delta HF Integrale 16V kits, where the grill is integrated into the plastic bodywork itself, so it has to be cut. The exploded view of the set allows, apart from a maximum detail of the grilles, to easily paint the red frame characteristic of this version, as well as the central metallic frame. For the optics of the headlights, the transparent ones of the model itself are used.
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Hasegawa: Car scale model kit 1/24 scale - Nissan Sunny - Pulsar RNN14 GTI-R 1990 - paint masks, plastic parts, rubber parts, water slide decals and assembly instructions image

Hasegawa: Car scale model kit 1/24 scale - Nissan Sunny - Pulsar RNN14 GTI-R 1990 - paint masks, plastic parts, rubber parts, water slide decals and assembly instructions

Hasegawa Reference: 21147

New Hasegawa moulds, with high quality fittings and details, for one of the most powerful compact models of the 90s. The homologation regulations for Gr.A caused several brands to launch very powerful and evolved models on the market, with complex all-wheel drive systems, to make its competition variants more competitive. Nissan launched its Sunny GTI-R in the early 1990s, reaching a power of 230 hp, being recognizable by its bulging front hood with the air intake for the intercooler.
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Italeri: Tractor head scale model kit 1/24 scale - Mercedes Benz SK 1844LS V8 - plastic parts, rubber parts, water slide decals, assembly instructions and painting instructions

Italeri Reference: 3956

A true classic on the roads of Europe during the 90s, finally reproduced thanks to Italieri, with its characteristic quality and countless details, including multiple parts for its V8 engine, chassis and cabin.
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Revell: Car scale model kit 1/24 scale - Shelby Cobra 427 sponsored by Gulf #5, 98 1965 - plastic parts, rubber parts, water slide decals and assembly instructions

Revell Reference: REV07708

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?
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Revell: Car scale model kit 1/24 scale - Porsche 917K Porsche Salzburg Team sponsored by Shell #23 - Hans Herrmann + Richard Attwood - 24 Hours Le Mans 1970 - plastic parts, rubber parts, water slide decals and assembly instructions

Revell Reference: REV07709

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.
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Revell: Car scale model kit 1/25 scale - Chevrolet Camaro SS 1969 - plastic parts, rubber parts, water slide decals and assembly instructions image

Revell: Car scale model kit 1/25 scale - Chevrolet Camaro SS 1969 - plastic parts, rubber parts, water slide decals and assembly instructions

Revell Reference: REV07712

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.
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Renaissance Models: Petrol Caps 1/12 scale - Ducati Desmosedici G3 / Yamaha YZR-M1 / Honda RCV - resin parts image

Renaissance Models: Petrol Caps 1/12 scale - Ducati Desmosedici G3 / Yamaha YZR-M1 / Honda RCV - resin parts

Renaissance Models Reference: 12AM-011

Set of 3 caps made of resin for the fuel tanks for the Tamiya models of the Ducati Desmosedici GP4, the Yamaha M1 and the Honda RCV of Moto GP.
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Reji Model: Marking / livery 1/24 scale - Toyota Carina E ST191 Toyota Belgium Team sponsored by Castrol #4 - Renaud Verreydt + Isolde Holderied + Freddy Loix - 24 Hours SPA Francorchamps 1996 - resin parts, water slide decals and assembly instructions - for Beemax Model Kits reference B24024

Reji Model Reference: REJI-359

Interesting version of the Toyota Carina E in its participation in the 24 hours of Spa in 1996, in which it achieved the eighth final position. Reji has complemented the decoration with the important aerodynamic details that began to characterize vehicles in the supertourism category from the year 1995, with substantial changes in the front skirts and rear spoiler, perfectly reproduced with resin parts, as well as the rims and exterior mirrors, along with the left-hand drive dashboard. One more for the Castrol collection!
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Reji Model: Marking / livery 1/24 scale - Mitsubishi Lancer Evo VI sponsored by Marlboro 1999 and 2000 - water slide decals, assembly instructions and tobacco sponsor decals image

Reji Model: Marking / livery 1/24 scale - Mitsubishi Lancer Evo VI sponsored by Marlboro 1999 and 2000 - water slide decals, assembly instructions and tobacco sponsor decals

Reji Model Reference: REJI-370

Sheet of decals with the tobacco advertising logos used on the Mitsubishi Lancer Evo VI from the 1999 and 2000 seasons, in such mythical rallies as San Remo, or Montecarlo itself in the sections within the principality, such as in the podium, and that will serve to complete the decoration of your model.
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