Newsletter 682: Low gripSeptember 25^th, 2025

Assembled collector's model that reproduces the version of the Ford Escort MK II RS 1800 with which Ari Vatanen participated in his "home" rally, the 1000 Lakes Rally in Finland, during the 1977 season. Unfortunately, problems with his car's clutch forced him to retire.

Assembled collector's model reproducing the version of the Ford Escort MK II RS 1800 with which Roger Clark, accompanied on his right by Jim Porter, participated in the 1979 Acropolis Rally. Unfortunately, problems with his car's engine and clutch forced him to retire on the fifteenth stage.

Photo-etched parts set to give a touch of realism to the Tamiya kit of the Subaru Impreza WRC, both in its 1998 and 1999 season versions, and which includes, among other things, the radiator and air vent grilles, towing hooks, bonnet pins, brake discs, dashboard details, etc.

This new carbon fiber pattern set for Fujimi's Williams Renault FW14B kits consists of two sheets of type 1020 carbon decals, which correspond to the silver-gray and black diagonal pattern. As usual, each of the pattern pieces comes with its outline drawn on the back of the carbon decal sheet, which must be cut out. Each of these pieces is identified with the number of the kit part on which it is to be positioned. For some of the pattern pieces that are placed very close to others, it may be interesting to cut slightly outside the marked line, providing enough material to ensure that the piece is covered.

Up to two decal sheets make up this set of carbon fiber patterns for the Tamiya McLaren Mercedes MP4/13 kits. As usual, each of the pattern pieces comes with its outline drawn on the back of the carbon decal sheet, which must be cut out. Each of these pieces is identified with the number of the kit part on which it is to be placed.

This set of carbon fiber patterns for the Revell kit of the Chevrolet Corvette C7.R consists of several decal sheets, allowing the body of the Corvette C7.R to be completely "dressed" in carbon fiber. Each decal sheet has a template with the patterns printed on the back, which must be cut out and which correspond perfectly to the kit parts. This reference only includes the carbon fiber patterns. Details such as the numbers, the front windshield decal or the SiriusXm on the rear spoiler are not included, being in the images only as a suggestion for a possible assembly.

This set of carbon fiber patterns for the Tamiya Porsche 911 GT1 kit consists of several sheets of carbon decals plus a sheet with sponsor logos. Each decal sheet has a template with the patterns printed on the back, which must be cut out and perfectly matched to the corresponding parts of the kit. In total, there are 62 carbon fiber patterns to fully cover the kit's body. The carbon decal designs used in this reference correspond to the 1020 and 1024 patterns, plus a sheet with a special composite fiber pattern. Without a doubt, one of the most spectacular finishes seen on a 911 GT1.

For the 2024 season, the M-Sport Ford WRT team has entrusted its Puma Rally 1 to the promising French driver Adrien Fourmaux, who is responding with good results, as demonstrated by the third position obtained in the Swedish Rally, the second round of the season, and pushing their chances of victory practically until the end of the event. This assembled collector's model reproduces this version of the Ford Puma Rally1 Hybrid.

Collector's assembled model that reproduces the version of the Subaru Impreza WRC S5, famous for its "zebra" decoration, with which the pair formed by Nigel Heath and Steve Lancaster participated in the 2001 TAP Portugal Rallye, finishing in twentieth position.

Assembled collector's model that reproduces the 1954 Porsche 356 version, dressed as a tribute to its participation in the Carrera Panamericana.

Additional decals to complete the Goodyear logos, which are not included among the original decals, the Tamiya Lotus Ford Type 79 scale model kit from the 1979 season. In addition to the tire decals, the logos for the side planes of the front wing and the one for the central part of the nose are included.

Sad the reasons that led Jean-Pierre Jarier to replace Ronnie Peterson in the last two Grands Prix of the 1978 season, those of the United States and Canada, occupying the seat of the Lotus Ford 79 with the number #55. This decal sheet allows us to reproduce this version, with which Jarier nearly finished on the podium at Watkins Glen before running out of gas with four laps to go, and winning in Montreal after starting on pole, but had to retire due to an oil leak. Tobacco decals are included.

Want to make sure your Fujimi Lotus 97T scale model kit has all the sponsor logos, including those of tobacco? Look no further, as Tabu Design is reissuing its reference with all the decals you need. Don't miss out!

Complete decal sheet developed by Cigale 43 for use on Tameo Kits' March Ford 761 scale model kits. This reference will allow you to choose between 5 versions of the "John Day / Model Cars" team that, driven by Hans-Joachim Stuck or Ronnie Peterson, raced in different Grand Prix during the 1976 season. The best result of these versions was the one obtained by Stuck in the Monaco Grand Prix, achieving fourth position.

Complete decal sheet developed by Cigale 43 for use on Tameo Kits' March Ford 761 scale model kits. This reference will allow you to choose between 4 versions that, driven by Ronnie Peterson and Lella Lombardi, participated in different Grand Prix during the 1976 season. The best result of these versions was the one obtained by Lella Lombardi in the Brazilian Grand Prix, achieving fourteenth position.

Complete decal sheet developed by Cigale 43 for use on Tameo Kits scale model kits of the March Ford 761. This reference will allow you to choose between 2 versions that participated in different Grands Prix during the 1977 season. Brian Henton took part in the USA Grand Prix West Long Beach, finishing in tenth position, while Ian Scheckter took part in the French Grand Prix, achieving fourteenth place. Without participating in any Grands Prix, but doing some tests at Silverstone, you can also reproduce the six-wheeled version of the March Ford 761B, driven for the occasion again by Ian Scheckter.

Complete decal sheet developed by Cigale 43 for use on Tameo Kits scale model kits of the March Ford 761. This reference will allow you to reproduce the unit with which Hans-Joachim Stuck participated in the 1977 South African Grand Prix, the third round of the season, held at the Kyalami circuit. Unfortunately for his driver, engine problems forced him to retire with 23 laps remaining in the race.

Complete decal sheet developed by Cigale 43 for use on Tameo Kits' March Ford 761 scale model kits. This reference will allow you to choose between 3 versions that, driven by the American Brett Lunger, participated in different Grand Prix during the 1977 season. The best position was obtained in the Spanish Grand Prix held at the Jarama circuit, finishing in tenth position.

Complete decal sheet developed by Cigale 43 for use on Tameo Kits' March Ford 761 scale model kits. This reference will allow you to reproduce the unit with which Ian Scheckter participated in the 1977 German Grand Prix, held at the Hockenheim circuit instead of the Nürburgring following the very serious accident suffered by Niki Lauda the previous season. Unfortunately for his driver, he had to retire with clutch problems after completing only nine laps.

Complete decal sheet developed by Cigale 43 for use on Tameo Kits' March Ford 761 scale model kits. This reference includes all the decals needed to make up to 3 different versions which, driven by Bernard de Dryver and Brian Henton, participated in different Grands Prix during the 1977 season. Unfortunately, in none of the Grands Prix did they manage to be fast enough in the timed practice sessions, failing to qualify to compete in the race.

Complete decal sheet developed by Cigale 43 for use on Tameo Kits scale model kits of the March Ford 761. This reference will allow you to choose between 3 versions that, managed by the RAM Racing team, participated in different Grand Prix during the 1977 season. Driven by the Finn Mikko Kozarowitzky, the British Andy Sutcliffe and the Dutchman Boy Hayje, the only one who managed to qualify for a Grand Prix was the latter, on the occasion of the South African GP, although he did not manage to finish the race due to gearbox problems.

Set of rubber tires for 14-inch rims. Ideal for use with the 14-inch USCP rims for the 131 Abarth, reference 24P001, although they are also suitable for other 14-inch rims. The tires measure 23.45 mm in external diameter, 15.8 mm in internal diameter, and 8.5 mm in width.

Set of rubber tires for 20-inch rims. Ideal for use in conjunction with USCP 20-inch rims. The tires measure 27 mm outside diameter, 22.3 mm inside diameter, and 13,5 mm wide. The Michelin Pilot Sport tread pattern appears embossed on the tire profile.

Set of rubber tires for 15-inch rims. Ideal for use with 15-inch USCP rims, although they can be fitted to rims from other manufacturers. The tires measure 27 mm in outer diameter, 17 mm in inner diameter, and 10 mm in width.

Complete decal sheet developed by Cigale 43 for use on Tameo Kits' March Ford 761 scale model kits. This reference will allow you to choose between 7 versions that, driven by the Italian Arturo Merzario, participated in different Grand Prix during the 1977 season. The best position he obtained was in the Belgian Grand Prix held at the Zolder circuit, finishing in fourteenth position.

Complete decal sheet developed by Cigale 43 for use on Tameo Kits' March Ford 761 scale model kits. This reference will allow you to choose between 2 versions of the striking Rothmans-sponsored unit, but in yellow, and driven by Ian Scheckter, which participated in the 1977 Austrian and Italian Grands Prix. In the first of these, held in Spielberg, he had to retire due to an accident at the start of the race, while at Monza he got a little further, although he also had to retire with 11 laps to go due to transmission problems when he was opting for tenth place.

Complete decal sheet developed by Cigale 43 for use on Tameo Kits scale model kits of the McLaren Ford M23. This reference will allow you to choose between 4 versions of the striking Chesterfield-sponsored unit, driven by Brett Lunger, which participated in several Grand Prix during the 1977 season. The best result was the ninth position obtained at the Zandvoort circuit during the Dutch Grand Prix.

Complete decal sheet developed by Cigale 43 for use on Tameo Kits scale model kits of the McLaren Ford M23. This reference will allow you to choose between 3 versions of the unit sponsored by Chesterfield, and driven by Brett Lunger, which participated in several Grand Prix during the 1978 season. The best result was the thirteenth position obtained in the Argentine Grand Prix held at the Buenos Aires circuit.

Complete decal sheet developed by Cigale 43 for use on Tameo Kits scale model kits of the McLaren Ford M26. This reference will allow you to choose between 2 versions of the McLaren M26 unit used by Brett Lunger from the fifth round of the 1978 season. At the British Grand Prix, held at Brands Hatch, it carried the sponsorship of Chesterfield, achieving an eighth place, while at the Dutch Grand Prix held at Zandvoort, where it had to retire, it used the sponsorship of Lark.

Complete decal sheet developed by Cigale 43 for use on Tameo Kits scale model kits of the McLaren Ford M23. This reference will allow you to reproduce the unit used by Dave Charlton in his participation in the Grand Prix of his country, South Africa, in the 1974 season. Those were different times and drivers could participate with their own cars and teams in individual events. On this occasion, he managed to take his car to the finish line in fourteenth position.

Complete decal sheet developed by Cigale 43 for use on Tameo Kits scale model kits of the McLaren Ford M23. This reference will allow you to reproduce the unit used by Tony Trimmer in his participation in the Grand Prix of his country, England, in the 1978 season. Held at the Brands Hatch circuit, he failed to qualify for the race, after making a time in classification practice more than 11 seconds off the pole, obtained by the Lotus of Ronnie Peterson.

Pair of 1/24 scale resin seats reproducing the design of the First-R model from the manufacturer OMP. A decal sheet with the OMP logos is included.

Set of parts designed to detail and enhance the engine compartment of the Tamiya kit of the Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint GTA. In this case, the engine was also modified to reproduce the narrow-head version used in the Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint GTA and GTAm racing cars. The set also includes other parts for detailing the engine bay, such as the intake manifold and the ignition coils, with wiring already included. Truly spectacular!

A set of 3D-printed parts that will allow you to enhance the detail of your Tamiya Audi Quattro kit. The parts include the complete front grille with all four headlights, the Audi emblem rings, making them easy to paint, and the door handles, all with incredible definition.

Set of 4 1/24 scale 3D printed resin rims with a design similar to that used by Alfa Romeo on its 14-inch steel rims with hubcap. 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.

Who doesn't want to further enhance the look of Toyota's beautiful GT? Decalcas wants to give you the option of giving your Tamiya kit of the Toyota Supra GR a more radical look, and to that end, they've designed the Voltex Type 12 rear wing with its mounts. Made in 3D resin with Decalcas' usual print quality and impressive fit.

The set contains the following parts: 4 Wheel rings 4 Wheel inserts (plastic), central wheel hub nuts, Optional: 4 Tires (slicks or tread)

Set of 17-inch wheels from the BBS E50 model, as used on many DTM and the European (ETCC) and World Touring Car Championships (WTCC) cars in the 80s and 90s. The set does NOT include tires .

The different versions of the BMW 1600 and 2002 also based part of their fame on their participation in circuits, where their constant evolution led to the appearance of increasingly wider bodies capable of housing increasingly larger wheels. Scale Production has developed a complete transkit with which to convert any of the rally version references of Hasegawa's BMW 2002 kit into the circuit version. New front and rear wings, rims with slick tires, side exhaust, interior fire extinguisher, fuel filler neck, cone-type exterior mirror, rubber closures for the hoods, fabric for the belts... along with a photo-etched sheet for the harness buckles.