Newsletter 657: Your opinion mattersMarch 27^th, 2025

Set of 4 spoked wheels with rubber tires designed to customize your different scale models. Inside the box you will find four elegant rims with integrated center caps, with the beautiful engraving of the Cadillac emblem, four rubber tires with the Firestone 8.20-15 8 designation reproduced on their sidewall, 8 air valves, a decal sheet with the Cadillac emblems and a 3D printed circular mask to be able to paint the white band on the tires.

The perfect photo-etched part set for completing and detailing the Tamiya kit of the Toyota Celica GT-Four (ST185).

Nothing less than the car with which the great Juan Manuel Fangio won his third Formula 1 world title, achieving 4 victories in 7 Grand Prix. Now it is possible to assemble this historic champion in great detail, with a kit that contains no less than 451 parts, of which 114 are metal, all of them pre-painted and ready to be assembled. Once built, the front hood can be raised, revealing its impressive direct injection inline 8-cylinder engine, an engineering prodigy for its time. In addition, the kit has a remote control with which to play the sound of the engine. They are limited units, so don't miss out!

The Mercedes W196R was one of the first single-seaters to dominate Formula 1, with two world championships to its name, both with Juan Manuel Fangio at the wheel. In the 1955 season, Mercedes fielded a second car for Stirling Moss, with which he won the Grand Prix of his country held at the Aintree circuit. It is now possible to assemble this historic vehicle in great detail, with a kit containing no less than 451 parts, of which 114 are metal, all of them pre-painted and ready to be assembled. Once assembled, the front bonnet can be lifted, revealing its impressive 8-cylinder in-line direct injection engine, a true engineering marvel for its time. In addition, the model allows you to reproduce the sound of the engine. These are limited units, so don't miss out!

Set of 4 1/24 scale 3D printed resin rims with a design similar to that used on the 14-inch rims fitted to the Fiat 131 Abarth Rally cars. A set of rubber tyres with tread is included. The set also includes various adapters so that the wheels can be fitted to models from the most common manufacturers, such as Tamiya, Hasegawa or Aoshima. The air valves for the rims are also included in the adapter holder.

Set of 4 1/24 scale 3D printed resin rims with a design similar to that used on the 14-inch Momo Vega rims, used for example on the Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint GTA. A set of rubber tyres with tread is included. The set also includes various adapters, so that the wheels can be mounted on models from the most common manufacturers, such as Tamiya, Hasegawa or Aoshima. The air valves for the rims are also included in the adapter holder.

Set of 4 1/24 scale 3D printed resin rims with a design similar to that used on the 14-inch Minilite Double Fin rims. A set of rubber tyres with tread is included. The set also includes various adapters, so that the wheels can be mounted on models from the most common manufacturers, such as Tamiya, Hasegawa or Aoshima. The air valves for the rims are also included in the adapter holder.

Set of 4 1/24 scale 3D printed resin rims with a design similar to that used on the 14-inch Cromodora CD68 rims, used for example on the Fiat 131 Abarth, both in its street and racing versions. A set of rubber tyres with tread is included. The set also includes various adapters, so that the wheels can be mounted on models from the most common manufacturers, such as Tamiya, Hasegawa or Aoshima. The air valves for the rims are also included in the adapter holder.

Set of 4 1/24 scale 3D printed resin rims with a design similar to that used on the 14-inch Cromodora Star rims. A set of rubber tyres with tread is included. The set also includes various adapters, so that the wheels can be mounted on models from the most common manufacturers, such as Tamiya, Hasegawa or Aoshima. The air valves for the rims are also included in the adapter holder.

There are cars that last for years, and then there is the Land Rover. A virtually indestructible classic, conceived as a work tool, so practicality and reliability were above any other feature, apart from being able to reach almost anywhere. Thanks to Ixo Collections, you can now build your own replica of the Land Rover 109, with a model containing plastic and metal parts, all pre-painted and ready to be assembled. In addition, as is usual in Ixo Collections models, it has functions to activate the sound of the engine and the front and rear lights. An exceptional reproduction with extreme attention to detail.

At the 1970 Le Mans 24 Hours, David Piper, partnered by Gijs van Lennep, entered the race in a striking Porsche 917K maintained by the Finnish team Antii Aarnio-Wihuri (AAW Racing). The car failed to reach the finish line, after suffering an accident and a series of damages due to a puncture, but its livery left no one indifferent. This decal sheet, printed by Cartograf, will allow you to reproduce this version.

Liquid mask, ideal for masking small areas, curved surfaces and complex shapes where it is not easy for masking tape to adhere. In addition, it is easy to use, since it can be applied directly from the nozzle of the bottle. Liquid mask can be used over and under different types of paint, such as acrylics, enamels and lacquers. Liquid mask can also be easily cut with a cutter blade. After applying it, the liquid mask will be dry in about 30 minutes.

Decoration to reproduce the Ducati 888 with which Steve Hislop participated in the Daytona 200 Miles in 1992. The decal sheet has been specially designed for use on the Tamiya kit.

Decal sheet to reproduce the Ducati 888 with which Davide Tardozzi participated in the 1991 season, where he managed to become European Superbike Champion, as well as achieving 3 podium positions in various World Championship events, where he finished in tenth position. The decal sheet has been specially designed to be used on the Tamiya kit.

Just as not all Ferraris are red, not all Bugattis are blue, as demonstrated by the Type 35B, bearing the number 58, which participated in the 1928 Targa Florio. This new reference from Italeri comes with new decals to reproduce this striking version, with which driver Elisabeth Junek achieved fifth place overall and second in the 2001 to 3000 cc class. The second version that can be built, bearing the number 22 and in the classic blue color, is the one that achieved victory in the 1930 Monaco Grand Prix.

Finally you'll be able to build the F1 2000 kit with all the details thanks to these decals featuring the whole set of carbon fibre patterns of the car: engine areas, spoilers, cockpit and many other small parts.

Complete set of decals, composed of three different sheets, with carbon fibre and Kevlar patterns to be used on the veteran Tamiya Williams Renault FW13B kit.

Set of carbon fibre pattern decals for improving the looks of the Jaguar XJR-9 model by Tamiya. Absolutely essential!!!

Legendary livery from one of the most prominent women's rally teams of the 1970s, with a striking pink and red livery that saw them finish sixth in the 1977 Monte Carlo Rally. The decals have been developed to be used with both the Italeri 1/12 scale kit and the more classic Doyusha kit.

Decal sheet to reproduce the Group 4 version of the Renault 5 Turbo that took second place in the 1982 Tour de France Automobile. To be used on the Tamiya kit base.

Decal sheet that allows you to reproduce the Group C Porsche 962C that, with race number 11, participated in the first round of the 1987 World Sports Car Championship, held at the Jarama circuit. This event was also known as the 1987 Fortuna Grand Prix. Driven by Emilio de Villota and Paco Romero, the Porsche driven by Kremer managed to finish the race in tenth place. The decal, printed by Cartograf, was developed for use on the Tamiya model kit.

The second reference from this new manufacturer modifies the decoration of its 1/9 scale Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP kit, reproducing the decoration used by Honda in the commemorative version for its 30th "birthday" since the first Fireblade was launched back in 1992. The kit comes with many of its parts pre-painted, such as the fairing, and the system for attaching the parts allows them to be assembled without the need for glue. The kit defines the mechanical parts and the chassis in great detail, and has several interesting details, such as the metal front fork, epoxy resin decals for the Honda logos that go on the tank, and it even includes a curious magnetic mat so you can place the screws necessary for assembly on it without risk of losing them.

Assembled collector's model that reproduces the version of the Williams FW46 with which the American driver Logan Sargeant started the 2024 Saudi Arabian Formula 1 Grand Prix, where he achieved fourteenth place in the final race.

Complete decal sheet that will allow you to transform the Tamiya Renault R5 Turbo kit into the unit with which Jean Ragnotti, accompanied by Jean-Marc Andrié, achieved an incredible victory in the 1982 Tour de Corse Rally. The set includes, as resin pieces, a new steering wheel and a pair of exterior rearview mirrors that are more in line with the real ones.

Gotti tarmac rim set with rubber tyres for Tamiya Renault R5 Turbo kits.

Minilite tarmac rim set with rubber tyres for Tamiya Renault R5 Turbo kits.

Complete decal sheet that will allow you to transform the Tamiya Renault R5 Turbo kit into the vehicle with which Attila Ferjáncz, accompanied by János Tandari, achieved second place in the 1981 Skoda Rally, wearing the number 6. The following year, with the number 1 on the doors, he would achieve victory. The set includes a new resin steering wheel and a pair of exterior rear view mirrors that are more in line with the real thing.

Assembled collector's model that reproduces the version of the Williams FW46 with which Alexander Albon started the 2024 Saudi Arabian Formula 1 Grand Prix, where he came close to scoring points by finishing eleventh.

With this complete wheel set, your Ferrari 365/4 Daytona Competizione model will have a completely different look. This set corrects the size of both the tires and rims, helping to correct the ride height. Other parts that will contribute to that improved final look are the new brake discs, calipers, and center nuts, all included as separate parts.

With this complete set of wheels, your Lancia Beta Montecarlo Turbo kit will enhance the detail and final appearance of the model. This set corrects the size of both the tires and rims. Other parts that will contribute to that improved final appearance are the center nuts, included as separate parts.

Rim set reproducing the design of the 11-spoke Speedline rims used on many privateer Subaru Impreza WRC cars. The rims are designed to be used with the tires on the Tamiya model kit.

Hasegawa re-edition of this beautiful kit of the Toyota 2000GT, in the configuration corresponding to the time when the model went on sale in April 1967. A simple kit that will allow you to build one of the first Toyota sports cars, and a true icon.

Hasegawa launches a new version of its complete kit of the Toyota Supra A70 Group A, with the decoration of the two units of the Tom's team that competed in the 36th Macau GP in 1989, where they managed to finish in sixth and seventh position. Its detailed interior and its complete chassis, with perfect fit, will delight the most demanding modelers.

Limited edition of Hasegawa's Nissan Sunny pickup kit, featuring a very American hot-road style decoration. In addition to a completely new decal sheet including side flames, the kit includes RS Watanabe rims and a new resin front spoiler, giving the model a sportier look.

New limited edition kit of the racing version of the Isuzu Bellet. For this reference, Hasegawa has included a whole series of new parts to reproduce the restored version of the vehicle that obtained second place overall and first in class in the Japan All-Star Race Silver Star Cup B. Thus, in addition to the new decal sheet, you can find new rims with slick tires, the racing driver's seat and the steering wheel, the dashboard, the safety arch, and a few more to faithfully reproduce the racing car.

Limited-time re-edition of Hasegawa's kit of the Nissan Fairlady, also known as the 240Z or 260Z depending on whether its engine was 2.4 or 2.6 litres of displacement. This model allows the reproduction of the Z432R version, intended for competition and which had reinforced plastic panels to achieve a lower weight.

What better tribute to the news from Toyota of the return of the Celica to its range than the limited-time reissue by Hasegawa of the kit of what was the first model in the series, which had been presented at the 1969 Tokyo Motor Show. A simple and well-fitting kit, made up of 84 pieces.