Newsletter 660: RiseApril 24^th, 2025

Fantastic MFH kit where, as usual, several materials are combined, including resin, white metal, turned metal parts, photo-etched parts, rubber tires, different cables and materials to recreate the pipes and connections, and several decal sheets that also include various carbon patterns. The rims are turned in golden aluminum with a totally realistic finish. This reference reproduces the version with which Jean Alesi achieved his first and only victory in Formula 1, on the occasion of the Canadian Grand Prix held on the Gilles Villeneuve circuit in Montreal in June 1995.

We're in Matra's golden age, and as a French team, winning their home race is more than a goal. In the 1973 edition, Matra entered a powerful team with three units of its MS670B, driven by the best French drivers of the time. And although in timed practice they were beaten by the factory Ferrari 312PBs on pure speed, reliability allowed victory to fall to the Matra number 11, while the unit with the number 12 achieved third place. The kit includes parts in white metal, resin, and turned metal, completed with photo-etched sheets, rubber tires, decals, and various types of wiring. Once assembled, both the doors and the front and rear hoods can be removed, revealing the entire interior and mechanical parts. What a gem!

Decal sheet to reproduce the version of the Opel Acona 400 sponsored by the Belgian ice cream brand Ijsboerke during its participation in the 1984 Rally du Condroz, where driven by the Belgian duo formed by Valère Vandermaesen and Julien Aerts, it finished the rally in fourth position.

Complete set of decals composed of two sheets to reproduce the version of the Mercedes AMG GT3 that, with the number #70, participated in the 2023 FIA GT World Cup held at the Macau circuit. Includes "chrome effect" decals.

Not happy with releasing a version based on the Lamborghini Aventador, extreme tuning specialist Liberty Works has included a second version with a few changes, the easiest to identify being the rear wing with its supports located in front and anchoring it by its upper part. This and other small changes can make it difficult to use the different decals available to customize your Aoshima kit, so SK Decals has decided to offer its decorations for version 1 of the Aventador revised to fit perfectly on version 2. This livery is based on one of the most recognizable color schemes anywhere in the world… Gulf blue and orange. What do they really look good on?

Not happy with releasing a version based on the Lamborghini Aventador, extreme tuning specialist Liberty Works has included a second version with a few changes, the easiest to identify being the rear wing with its supports located in front and anchoring it by its upper part. In addition to the adaptations of some of the liveries of the Aventador LB version 1, SK Decals has also developed some new versions specific to version 2, such as this one of Infinite with a striking colour combination. It's going to be hard to decide which one we like the most!

Despite the passage of time, the Good Smile Racing team's liveries continue to surprise, being renewed again and again. The version used in 2024 in the Autobacs Super GT elegantly combines green and red tones. In a season where the competition was extremely tough, the team achieved eighth position, achieving an outstanding podium in the second of the rounds held in Fuji.

Little by little, Miniature's references are covering all the decorations used over time by the Good Smile Racing team. One of those that was missing was the one used in the 2019 season in the Autobacs Super GT Championship, where black and pink were integrated with the rest of the usual colours. That season the team was regularly in the leading positions, achieving second place as its best position in the race held in Sugo.

Tamiya offers us a second version of its Toyota Supra GR kit, but incorporating a series of new parts to be able to customize it, just as you would do with the real model. New 19-inch forged aluminium TRD rims, side skirts, spoiler and rear diffuser, or an exhaust that offers better sound and performance, are some of the parts and aerodynamic elements that this kit incorporates, so you can decide which elements you prefer to mount and how to customize the Supra GR to your liking, regardless of whether you prefer the Japanese, American or European version.

1/43 scale decal sheet to reproduce the versions of the Renault R5 Turbo with which Attila Ferjáncz, accompanied by János Tandari, achieved second place in the 1981 Skoda Rally using the number #6 and won the following year with the number #1 on its doors.

Limited-time re-edition of Hasegawa's Nissan 240ZG kit. This kit allows you to reproduce the 1971 version, which featured the removal of the front grille, as the nose increases in length, giving the 240Z a much more aggressive appearance.

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.

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!

Transkit with 3D printed parts to transform the 1/12 scale Italeri version of the Lancia Delta to which the 8-valve engine was mounted. The transkit includes a new engine hood with its fully detailed interior reinforcements, new engine parts such as the 8-valve cylinder head or the intercooler, some of the auxiliary elements such as the air intake to the passenger compartment or the air filter cover, as well as other interior elements of the passenger compartment such as the jacks or the strap hardware to hold the spare wheel.

Set of 1/20 scale rims with a design similar to the Campagnolo rims fitted to some Group 4 versions of the Fiat 131 Abarth, such as those sponsored by Olio Fiat. The rims are designed to be used in conjunction with the original Tamiya kit tires. The front rims are slightly smaller than the rear rims.

Perhaps the Ferrari F92A is not the most successful in the history of the team, but for many it was one of the most beautiful F1 cars. Fujimi has the model, but as is often the case, the tobacco logos are not included. What to do then if I want the Marlboros to appear? Well, with this Tabu decal sheet covering the three drivers who drove for Ferrari in 1992 you have the answer.

Very complete decal sheet for the different versions used in the 1988 tests (639 version) and in the 1989 and 1990 season grand prix for the different evolutions of the Ferrari F1 (respectively Ferrari F1/89 640 and Ferrari F1/90 641) designed by John Barnard and evolved by Steve Nichols, earning several victories and coming close to winning the championship from Alain Prost in 1990.

You don't like the decals of the Tamiya reedition? Do you want to replace all the sponsor logos of the MP4/7? Or just want to refresh the decals of your old kit? Search no more, this decals set is everything you need: freshly printed by Tabu, including the tobacco logos, tire logos, and all sponsors logos of the car decoration.

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!!!

"One and only!" This is what Alain Prost said after participating in a rally for the first and only time. According to him, the danger was around every corner, while on the track the risk is much more controlled. In fact, his participation ended in retirement due to an accident. This decal sheet will allow you to reproduce the version of the Renault R5 turbo in the colours of the then main sponsor of his F1 team, Marlboro.

Re-edition of the Studio27 photo-etched parts sheet for use with the Tamiya kit of the March CG901B, better known as Leyton House due to its main sponsor, which gave its name to the team. Radiators, grilles, Judd logos on the engine heads, side panels for the rear wing, stencils for painting the Goodyear logos on the tires, and parts for detailing the brake disc cores are some of the elements you'll find in this kit. Take advantage of it now, as it's only available for a limited time.

Assembled collector's model that reproduces the version of the Peugeot 306 Maxi used by Sebastian Loeb, accompanied by Daniel Elena, in the 2017 Rally Du Var, where he was forced to retire due to an engine problem.

Assembled collector's model reproducing the version of the Porsche 911 Carrera RSR used by Emerson Fittipaldi in the first three races of the 1974 Race of Champions (IROC), held at Riverside in late October 1973, achieving third position in the second and third of them. These results allowed him to finish in seventh position in the final classification.

Decoration of the machine ridden by Stoner, Marquez and Pedrosa during the pre-season tests carried out by the HRC team in preparation for the 2014 season. This reference is an update of the 12-010 also by Blue-Stuff, where the number #26 corresponding to Dani Pedrosa has been incorporated. Designed to be used on the Tamiya kit of the Honda RC213V. Some resin parts and a sheet are included to simulate the adhesives used by riders on the fuel tank to improve grip.

Set of 3D-printed parts for detailing the Tamiya Porsche 911 992 GT3 RS. The set includes vented brake discs with separately printed bolts, brake caliper upgrade parts (side anchor bolts, bleeders, and a lower connection pipe), air valves for the rims, and various meshes for the engine and front bumper air intakes. The latter is printed at a thickness of just 0.5 mm, giving it great flexibility, improving its durability and fit without the risk of it breaking when handled.

The R33 version of the Nissan Skyline GT-R was launched by Nissan in 1995, in what was the renewal of a true myth. With this simple Fujimi kit you can assemble this version without major complications.

The fourth generation (designated Z32) of the Nissan Fairlady Z, known in Europe as the 300 ZX, was presented worldwide in 1989. Its styling changed significantly compared to previous generations, moving from the long nose and short body of the previous model to a lower, wider, and more powerful design. It was also equipped with a twin-turbo VG30DETT engine, generating a maximum power of 280 horsepower. The kit reproduces the first version of the car, the 2by2 Type 1 with a rear seat, and thanks to its new molds, it features high-level detailing and fit. Are you up for it?

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. For the emblems, the kit includes a full sheet of adhesive chrome transfers, achieving an effect very similar to the real car.

New re-edition of this beautiful kit of the even more beautiful Lamborghini Miura P400 SV. The manufacturer offers us nothing less than 116 parts, some of them chromed, in addition to rubber tires, decals, and adhesive metal parts. A classic model of a classic car that must be in your stash.

Assembled collector's model reproducing the version of the Lancia Delta HF Integrale Evoluzione with which Andrea Aghini, with Sauro Farnocchia as co-driver, took part in the 1993 Monte-Carlo Automobile Rally, being forced to retire due to an accident during the second stage.

Assembled collector's model that reproduces the version of the BMW M3 E30 Group A with which José María Ponce and José Carlos Déniz participated in the 1992 Rally Principe de Asturias, which counts not only towards the Spanish Rally Championship but also towards the European Championship. The 1991 Spanish Champion was unable to repeat his victory from the previous year, having to settle for third place on the podium this time.

Assembled collector's model that reproduces the version of the McLaren F1 GTR Short Tail of the Lark McLaren team that participated in the 1996 Japanese GT Championship (JGTC), with an illustrious ex-Formula 1 driver, Ralf Schumacher, at the wheel. Together with his teammate Naoki Hattori, they achieved victory in half of the scoring events (Suzuka, Sugo and Mine), although two retirements hampered their chances, having to settle for second place.

Exquisite 1/43 scale kit that allows you to reproduce the Ferrari 312F1 with which Chris Amon participated in the 1969 Spanish Formula 1 Grand Prix, held on the Montjuïc street circuit. A kit with an extensive parts list, and that allows you to enjoy the assembly of the characteristic Ferrari V12 engine, with its exhausts in their particular light colour placed clearly in a high position on the sides.

Set of four 1/24 scale 3D-printed resin rims with a design similar to that used on the 19-inch Rota IK-R rims. A set of treaded rubber tires is included. The set also includes various adapters so the wheels can be mounted on models from the most common manufacturers, such as Tamiya, Hasegawa, or Aoshima. The adapter holder also includes the rim air valves.

Set of four 1/24 scale 3D-printed resin rims with a design similar to that used on the 15-inch Mugen CF-48 rims. A set of treaded rubber tires is included. The set also includes various adapters so the wheels can be mounted on models from popular manufacturers such as Tamiya, Hasegawa, or Aoshima. The adapter holder also includes the rim air valves.

Set of four 1/24 scale 3D-printed resin rims with a design similar to that used on the 15-inch Mugen CF-48 rims with aero cover. A set of treaded rubber tires is included. The set also includes various adapters so the wheels can be mounted on models from popular manufacturers such as Tamiya, Hasegawa, or Aoshima. The adapter holder also includes the rim air valves.