Newsletter 625: Esse esseJuly 24^th, 2024

Re-edition of the Fiat Abarth 695 SS Tamiya kit, which includes new decals, instruction manual and masks. The Fiat Abarth 695SS was one of the most famous creations of the renowned tuner Carlo Abarth, based on the modest 500. Despite its small size, or perhaps precisely because of it, and by modifying sections such as the engine and suspension, Abarth achieved a great success in touring car racing at the time with the 695SS. The model has a highly detailed parts list, which includes the engine under its folding rear hood.

New reference for Meng's kit of the Audi R8 LMS GT3, already spectacular for the modeller as it allows the doors to be opened and has the V10 engine fully reproduced under the rear hood, which can be removed. Now it is the turn of the most modern version of the R8, the GT3 Evo II, and the kit replicates in detail with new parts all the aerodynamic changes, even on the floor of the car. The kit includes stainless steel photo-etched parts, seat belts made of a special textile material and pre-cut masks. The kit also comes with two decal sheets, with the second sheet including different patterns of carbon parts for several of the kit's parts, such as the spoilers and fenders or the front apron. Once assembled, the model measures 190 mm long, 51 mm wide and 83 mm high.

A new and beautiful design of the decoration used by the BMW M3 E30 sponsored by Jägermeister Linder Motorsport for racing in the DTM in 1992.

This resin kit allows you to choose between two versions of the Group 4 Porsche 911SC. Both were prepared by the Almeras brothers, they were driven by the pair formed by Jean-Luc Thérier and Michel Vial in the Rally of Portugal and in both cases they had to abandon. What is the difference then? The version with the number #5 is the one used in the 1981 edition and in 1982 it was the number #4 that was worn on the car. A very complete kit, which includes the option of mounting the engine, which is accessible once the model is assembled.

This resin kit allows you to make the Group 4 Porsche 911SC with which Jacques Alméras, co-driven by "Tilber", finished in twelfth position in the 1980 Monte Carlo Rally, with a car prepared in his own workshop. A very complete model, which includes the option of mounting the engine, which is accessible once the model is assembled.

Gauloises logos to decorate the model of the Yamaha YZR-M1 as it ran in various races in the 2004 season. The numbers that appear next to each of the decals correspond to those that they replace in the Tamiya kit instructions.

If you miss the tobacco sponsor logos when assembling your Tamiya Jaguar XJR-9 , here is the solution. A decal sheet with the logos that are not included in the kit's decal sheet.

As usual, the models arrive without some of the logos of the sponsors, such as those related to tobacco advertising. This Tabu Design decal belongs to a limited edition of few units that is not limited only to the tobacco advertising logos, but also contains all the complete decoration to detail your Fujimi McLaren Honda MP4/6 .

Modern Formula 1 cars have carbon fiber as a fundamental component. And what happens to your Fujimi kit of the McLaren MP4/6? Are you going to paint it black and now? Are you going to be able to not use these beautiful carbon weaves from Studio27, with all the patterns for the different pieces and with different wefts and fiber types? Spectacular work by Studio27.

This is a limited edition decal.

Here are the carbon fibre pattern decals of the MP4/8, a gorgeous machine with wonderful lines that Tamiya has just relaunched to market. Pay lots of attention, since these decals have been specially designed for this kit, and don't forget that both the kit and these decals are limited editions that will be available for a very short time.

Give a push of realism to the Tamiya scale model kit with these photoetches by Studio27, including seatbelt fabrics, front grids, wipers, buckles, inner parts of the drum brakes, etc...

Do you want to see your MP4/8 with all the original sponsors? Don't miss the Marlboro logos and rubber stickers, and bring your kit to life.

Medium gray color formulated from RAL color charts.

Green color formulated from RAL color charts.

Kit that allows you to choose between the three Ferrari 250P units that raced in the 1963 24 Hours of Le Mans, among which is the number #21, which achieved victory with Lorenzo Bandini and Ludovico Scarfiotti at the wheel.

Kit that allows you to choose between two of the Ferrari 275P units that raced in the 1964 24 Hours of Le Mans, among which is the number #20, which achieved victory with Jean Guichet and Nino Vaccarella at the wheel.

New installment of Komakai's Fast Guides series, with a publication full of exquisite photographs that cover in great detail the spectacular Porsche 991 GT3 RSR after its participation in the 2018 edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Includes 32 full color pages with detailed images of the interior, exterior, wheels, etc...

Set consisting of 5 rims (2 front, two rear and one spare) designed to adapt to any of the references of the Ferrari 330P4 Fujimi kit, although thanks to the adapter set included it can also be mounted on other Aoshima, Fujimi, Hasegawa or Tamiya kits. The tires are not included, the rims being prepared to be used with the tires of the Fujimi kit.

Detailed set of Weber carburetors, with their corresponding intake trumpets or air filter depending on the configuration we like best, designed to replace and increase the detail of the engine of the Fiat 500/Abarth 695 Tamiya kits. The set also includes the ignition coil.

1/24 scale 3D printed resin rims set designed to perfectly fit any Aoshima, Fujimi, Tamiya or Hasegawa kits thanks to the included adapter set. The design of the rims is similar to that used on the Cromodora CD30 mounted, for example, on some Fiat 500 Abarth, which makes them ideal to combine with the Tamiya kit. Be careful, tires not included! The images with the tires are for example only. The 13-inch tires, with reference USCP-13-1, can be purchased separately.

Rear spoiler similar to that used on the Porsche 911 993 GT2. The main advantage of this piece compared to the kit is that it comes complete in one piece, while in the Tamiya kit the base of the spoiler is divided into two parts.

Rear spoiler similar to that used on the Porsche 911 993 GT2. The main advantage of this piece compared to the kit is that it comes complete in one piece, while in the Tamiya kit the base of the spoiler is divided into two parts. Furthermore, this reference allows us to recreate the most extreme versions used in the latest evolutions of the Porsche GT2, where the upper plane was not only raised in height, but also extended, increasing its width, adopting the shape that gave it its name, the "banana wing ".

Mazda achieved worldwide fame after its victory in the 24 Hours of Le Mans, but that does not mean that it had previously achieved other important successes outside of Japan. In 1979 the small coupé RX-7 achieved victory in the GTU category at the 24 Hours of Daytona, also achieving fifth place overall. The Hasegawa scale kit allows this version to be reproduced, with extensive detailing of the interior, the lower part of the chassis and the suspensions, and with exquisite fittings. The kit also includes masks to paint the window frames.

This Hasegawa kit will allow you to reproduce the machine with which Wayne Rainey obtained second position in the 1989 500cc Japanese Grand Prix held at the Suzuka circuit, after a fierce battle with Kevin Schwantz in which they exchanged the lead up to 13 times throughout the race. A kit with an incredible part list so you can enjoy all its details.

Limited time re-edition at 1/24 scale of the kit of the Williams FW14B with which Nigel Mansell and Ricardo Patrese participated in the 1992 Formula 1 season, and which we can now enjoy again.

Limited series of the Hasegawa Porsche 962C kit, this time recovering one of its most classic liveries, that of the From A Racing team in 1989, and which achieved victory in the first race of the Japanese Sport Prototype Championship (JSPC) of 1989, the 500 kilometers of Fuji. The kit does not have new parts compared to other versions of the Hasegawa 962C, with the exception of the aforementioned decals.

Limited series of the Hasegawa Porsche 962C kit, this time with the decoration of one of the units of the Porsche Kremer Racing team, which participated in the 1000 Kms of Monza belonging to the 1988 World Sport Prototype Championship, where it obtained the sixth final position. The kit does not have new parts compared to other versions of the Hasegawa 962C, with the exception of the aforementioned decals.

Set of four Rotiform PGT rims with different measurements for the front and rear rims. The diameter of the front rims is approximately 22.7 mm, while the rear rims are 23.6 mm. Adapters are included to be able to mount the rims on models from different manufacturers. Important: the rims set does not include tires.

Collector's assembled model that reproduces the version of the Subaru Impreza WRC S5 with which the Italian driver Piero Liatti achieved the greatest milestone of his sporting career, nothing less than winning an entire Monte Carlo Rally and in an edition where all the works teams were present.

NATO brown 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.

Set of 28 units of power cut-off switches used mainly in racing vehicles. The switches are 3D resin printed, and 2 different types are included. each of them in two positions, locking or unlocking, giving a total of 4 options.

Set of four service stands printed in 3D technology, reproducing those used in many rally vehicle assistances, to keep the car elevated during service and maintenance operations. This version of the service stands includes the tray on the lower bar where the mechanics leave the nuts for each of the wheels.

The set includes 20 pieces that reproduce the fittings commonly used to connect parts of hydraulic and pneumatic systems to be used in your 1/24 and 1/25 scale models. There are 4 different types of fittings depending on the angle they form: 0°; 90°, 90° banjo, 135°. The parts are delivered on a support with walls, which must be removed to be able to paint the pieces more easily.

Set with metal handle and 3 sponges of each size (3 mm and 5 mm). This tool is designed to accurately apply or remove weathering products, clean panel washes, and even assist with decal placement. The inclined tip of the sponges allows you to clean and work in hard-to-reach areas. The foams do not leave lint and are reusable, for which all you have to do is wash them with universal thinner when the tip becomes too dirty.

From the moment of its launch, the Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint GTA became popular among many of the teams participating in the touring car championships. Studio27 has launched this generic decal sheet so that you can give your model a more racing image with some of the most common Alfa colours and logos, with the typical red and green stripes that decorated many of the Giulia units, and with the famous snake of the "Il Biscione" brand shield and the Quadrifoglio in green.