Newsletter 664: Clio superpower!!!May 22^nd, 2025

Developed by Luca Cavicchi, the Group A version of the Renault Clio is once again available from Arena Modelli in 1/24 scale, while still maintaining one of its most spectacular features, which is its spectacular reproduction of its mechanics under the front bonnet. The version reproduced in this reference is the multicoloured one that the French duo formed by Eric Mauffrey and Hervé Sauvage used in the 1992 Tour de Corse Rally, where they finished in twelfth position.

Developed by Luca Cavicchi, the Group A version of the Renault Clio is once again available from Arena Modelli in 1/24 scale, while still maintaining one of its most spectacular features, which is its spectacular reproduction of its mechanics under the front bonnet. The version reproduced in this reference is the blue Williams with which the duo formed by Serge Jordan and Jacques 'Jack' Boyère achieved ninth position in the 1994 Tour de Corse Rally.

Developed by Luca Cavicchi, the Group A version of the Renault Clio is once again available from Arena Modelli in 1/24 scale, while still maintaining one of its most spectacular features, which is its spectacular reproduction of its mechanics under the front bonnet. The version reproduced in this reference is that of the official silver-coloured Renault Sport Williams with which Jean Ragnotti, accompanied on his right by Gilles Thimonier, finished in eighth position in the 1993 Tour de Corse Rally.

Complete brake set designed for use on the NuNu-Beemax kit of the McLaren MP4/2C. Included are 4 brake discs, which can be fitted directly onto the kit parts without any further adjustments, 8 brake calipers (each brake disc had two calipers), which are much more detailed than the original ones on the kit, including the bleeders and the lower connecting pipe between the two caliper bodies, 4 brake disc cores (2 front and 2 rear), and 2 sets of 5 central wheel nuts (one spare) with stems, in case you prefer to opt for a presentation of the model of the single-seater with the wheels removed.

Cockpit tub conversion set to replace part B2 on the Ebbro Lotus 33 kit. The new part reproduces the shapes, size, and details of the real car much more faithfully, as the part used in the kit is the same part Tamiya used on its Lotus 25 kit. In addition to the new tub, new parts are also included to replace parts B23, A33, B3, and B6 on the kit, and a new oil tank.

A set designed for use on Profil24 kit of the Porsche 911 GT1, including the air vents. These parts allow for the replacement and more realistic recreation of the air vents mounted on the front fenders, used for front brake ventilation, and the cockpit and engine cooling vents mounted on the rear windows.

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.

Set of parts designed to detail and improve the engine compartment area of the Hasegawa or Fujimi kits of the different versions of the Ferrari 250 that carried the powerful 12-cylinder V-engine. Among other 3D printed elements are the ignition distributors, with the cables to the spark plugs, the carburettor batteries with the intake trumpets, the coils or a water bag to place in the engine compartment. Spectacular!

Tail fin set designed to customize your various scale models. When Cadillac launched its Series 62 in 1948, which featured the Streamline tail fins in its design, they quickly spread and were adapted to many other models, mainly within the world of custom cars. These fins gave almost any model an instantly stylish look. Just like in the real world, you can now use this tail fin set to bring this classic, customized look to your own scale models. Inside the box you will find two tail fins, a rear bumper and three complete tail lights, with separate clear parts.

Set of 4 1/24 scale 3D printed resin rims with a design similar to that used on the 14-inch wheels fitted to the BMW 2002 Turbo. 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 Alpina's 14 inch 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 3D printed resin rims in 1/24 scale with a design similar to that used on the 14-inch steel sheet rims used by BMW on several of their models. 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 4 spoke Gotti 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 4-bolt BBS 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 4-bolt BBS Mahle rims, a rim constructed from one piece without a separate bolted core. 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 rubber tires for 14-inch rims. Ideal for use in conjunction with USCP 14-inch rims.. The tires measure 23.5 mm outside diameter, 15.9 mm inside diameter, and 7.5 mm wide. Pirelli Cinturato tread marks are embossed on the tire profile.

T-shaped hood latch buckle set. The set includes 21 pieces, which imitate the design of the rubber hood latches used on classic cars.

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 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.

Set of four 1/24 scale 3D-printed resin rims with a design similar to that used on the 19-inch ADV05 MV2 CS rims. The rims are different for each axle, with a slightly larger tread depth for the rear 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 wheel air valves.

Set of four 1/24 scale 3D-printed resin rims with a design similar to that used on the 19-inch BMW M4 437 model rims. The rims are different for each axle, with a slightly larger tread depth for the rear 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 wheel air valves.

Set of four 1/24 scale 3D-printed resin rims with a design similar to that used on the 19-inch OZ Racing Magnesium 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 rubber tires for 19-inch rims. Ideal for use in conjunction with USCP 19-inch rims. The tires measure 26.5 mm outside diameter, 21.3 mm inside diameter, and 11 mm wide. The Goodyear Eagle F1 tread pattern appears embossed on the tire profile.

A set of wide resin fenders to give a much more aggressive look to your Tamiya kit of the Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint GTA. The widened fenders attach directly to the kit's body and include rivet detailing along their contours.

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.

Continuing with its team in the Japanese 500cc Championship, men's cosmetics brand Tech21 updated its Yamaha YZR500 for the 1989 season, switching to the revamped 0WA8 version. This new reference allows for a highly detailed reproduction of this version, complete with a decal set printed by Cartograf.

The latest versions of the BMW 2002 tii incorporated characteristic elements such as much larger bumpers. Hasegawa has incorporated a series of 3D-printed parts in this reference to update the model's image, with new front and rear bumpers, reflector, side moldings and the rear license plate light.

Elegant version of the Nissan Fairlady 240Z with its elongated G-Nose, where the front grille disappears, and wire rims that give it a classic touch.

Limited-time re-edition of one of Hasegawa's Collectors' Hi-Grade Series kits, featuring a series of metal and photo-etched parts to enhance the kit's detailing. The engine, gearbox, exhaust manifolds, wheel hubs, radiators, and electronic modules are made of white metal, while other parts such as the rear spoiler supports and radiator grille are photo-etched. The outer rims of the wheels are made of turned aluminium.

The re-edition of Heller's Citroën C4 WRC kit has been great news, but now it's time to decide how to "dress" it in its wartime colours. This decal sheet, designed by Reji, reproduces the livery used by the Citroën team during its first season in the World Championship, on the German and Irish Rally Championships, both held on asphalt. The winner of both events was, once again, Sebastian Loeb, who proved unstoppable in 2007, becoming World Champion for the fourth time.

Decal sheet with the logos that can be found painted on some intercoolers, such as those of Greddy, EGS, AMS, Blitz, HKS, MM or Yamamotoworks.

Although the acronym JDM stands for "Japanese Domestic Market," meaning products specifically for the Japanese market, in the automotive and tuning world, it's also associated with the preparations carried out in the land of the rising sun. This decal sheet includes logos that can be found on the bodies of some of these models, such as Greddy, Bride, Option Drift, Blitz, Wildwood, Sparco, Night Runners, Relax, Dori-Style, Good Vibes, V-opt.co.jp, and Yamamotoworks.

Without a doubt, one of the big favorites for victory in the 2024 24 Hours of Le Mans was the Porsche, not only for its great start to the season in the WEC, but also for having achieved first position on the starting grid with the unit with number #6. The Profil24 resin kit, with a complete plate of photo-etched parts to increase the details of the model, allows you to choose between any of the three versions of the Penske team, which finally managed to be classified in fourth (number #6) and sixth (number #5 ) positions, while car #4 had to abandon.

FINALLY!!!!, the long-awaited plastic kit of the Lancia Delta S4. In addition to being a kit we all wished for, we were lucky enough to also get it with a detailed engine and interior, and a HUGE number of parts to make the assembly that it deserves. Essential for your shelf!!

We had been dreaming for a long time of being able to assemble the tremendous Audi Sport Quattro S1 E2 in plastic, and our dreams came true. The kit includes the decorations used by the official Audi team in the 1985 San Remo rallies, where Walter Röhrl achieved the only victory in the World Rally Championship for this car, and in Monte Carlo in 1986. A very complete kit, which also includes the auxiliary lights used in the night stages. Just one "but", the decals do not include tobacco advertising!, although that will not be a problem with the different sets available on our website to complete the sponsors.

Decal sheet to reproduce the version of the Renault 5 Turbo Group 4 that obtained fourth position in the 1980 Tour de Corse. To be used on the Tamiya kit base.

After seeing the Lotus Ford Cosworth 72D reproduced in almost all scales, we were missing the 1/43 option. But now, it's finally going to be possible! Tameo Kits has just announced its development within its special series of Formula 1 World Champions... and the 1972 champion couldn't be missing from its catalogue.

Set of rubber tires for 15-inch rims. Ideal for use in conjunction with modern USCP 15-inch rims. The tires have a 24 mm outer diameter, 17 mm inner diameter, and 9 mm width. The Goodyear tread marks appear embossed on the tire profile.