Newsletter 708: 320i Group 5April 9^th, 2026

This scale model kit will allow you to reproduce one of the latest evolutions of the powerful BMW 320 E21 Turbo Group 5, which achieved victory in Division II in the DRM race called the Westphalia Cup, held at the Zolder circuit in the 1980 season.

Detailing set to enhance the final finish of your Beemax BMW 320 E21 Turbo Group 5 scale model kit. The set includes a complete photo-etched sheet with elements such as the various air intake and outlet grilles, brake discs, windshield wipers, harness buckles, and hood latches. It also includes fabric to simulate the harnesses and a turned metal antenna base.

Assembled collector's model that reproduces the version of the Hyundai i20 N Rally1 with which Thierry Neuville and Martijn Wydaeghe, on their way to their World Rally Championship title, achieved fifth position in the 2024 Safari Rally Kenya.

Assembled collector's model that reproduces the version of the Toyota Celica Turbo 4WD Group A car driven by Markku Alén, co-driven by Ilkka Kivimäki, which finished second to Juha Kankkunen in the 1993 Safari Rally. A rally that will go down in Toyota history, as they swept the top four positions.

Assembled collector's model that reproduces the Opel Ascona 1.9 SR version with which Walter Röhrl, co-driven by Jochen Berger, achieved fifth place in the 1974 Lombard RAC Rally. A superb end to his great season, as that same year Walter Röhrl had been proclaimed European Rally Champion at the wheel of his Ascona.

Assembled collector's model that reproduces the version of the Opel Ascona 1.9 SR with which Walter Röhrl, co-driven by Jochen Berger, participated in the Daily Mirror RAC Rally in 1973, having to abandon right in the middle of the rally, in stage 40, when he was in fourth position.

Assembled collector's model that reproduces the version of the Opel Ascona 1.9 SR with which Walter Röhrl, co-driven by Jochen Berger, achieved an impressive and resounding victory in the Acropolis Rally in 1975, the first of his fourteen triumphs in the World Rally Championship.

Assembled collector's model that reproduces the version of the Opel Kadett C Coupé GT/E with which Walter Röhrl, co-driven by Hanno Menne, achieved third position in the Westfalen-Lippe Rally in 1977, the ninth round of the German Rally Championship.

Assembled collector's model that reproduces the version of the Opel Kadett C Coupé GT/E with which Walter Smolej, co-driven by Christian Geistdörfer, who would later move to sit to the right of Walter Röhrl at the end of the season, achieved second position in the Sachs Winter Rally in 1976.

Assembled collector's model that reproduces the version of the Ford Taunus 20M RS with which Bengt Söderström, co-driven by Gunnar Palm, participated in the 1969 East African Safari Rally, where he was forced to retire after suffering mechanical problems.

Assembled collector's model that reproduces the version of the Ford Taunus 20M RS with which the duo of Robin C. Hillyar and John 'Jock' Aird achieved victory in the 1969 East African Safari Rally.

Dark red color tone that replicates the one used on the racing vehicles sponsored by the wine and champagne manufacturer "Abel Lepitre", common in the 80s. Ideal to combine with Decalcas reference DCL-DEC095 for the BMW 320 E21 Turbo Group 5 of the Schnitzer team.

Zero Paints has formulated this blue shade to replicate the colors used on models sponsored by Playboy magazine. This product is in 30ml format. Paint for airbrush application only. Shake the container well until the paint is thoroughly mixed. Use a pressure between 15-40 psi. It is recommended to apply 3 to 4 light cross-coats. Air drying time at 20°C (68°F) in a dust-free environment is 5-10 minutes. Touch dry in 20-30 minutes. To further thin the paint, use Basecoat Thinner.

Zero Paints has formulated the metallic blue hue used to paint the brake calipers on some of its M-Sport range models. This product is in 30ml format. Paint for airbrush application only. Shake the container well until the paint is thoroughly mixed. Use a pressure between 15-40 psi. It is recommended to apply 3 to 4 light cross-coats. Air drying time at 20°C (68°F) in a dust-free environment is 5-10 minutes. Touch dry in 20-30 minutes. To further thin the paint, use Basecoat Thinner.

Zero Paints has formulated the quartz champagne tone used by BMW for several models in its range. This product is in 60ml format. Paint for airbrush application only. Shake the container well until the paint is thoroughly mixed. Use a pressure between 15-40 psi. It is recommended to apply 3 to 4 light cross-coats. Air drying time at 20°C (68°F) in a dust-free environment is 5-10 minutes. Touch dry in 20-30 minutes. To further thin the paint, use Basecoat Thinner.

Zero Paints has formulated the grey rock metallic tone used by BMW for several models in its range. This product is in 60ml format. Paint for airbrush application only. Shake the container well until the paint is thoroughly mixed. Use a pressure between 15-40 psi. It is recommended to apply 3 to 4 light cross-coats. Air drying time at 20°C (68°F) in a dust-free environment is 5-10 minutes. Touch dry in 20-30 minutes. To further thin the paint, use Basecoat Thinner.

Zero Paints has formulated the Daytona Violet tone used by BMW for several models in its range. This product is in 60ml format. Paint for airbrush application only. Shake the container well until the paint is thoroughly mixed. Use a pressure between 15-40 psi. It is recommended to apply 3 to 4 light cross-coats. Air drying time at 20°C (68°F) in a dust-free environment is 5-10 minutes. Touch dry in 20-30 minutes. To further thin the paint, use Basecoat Thinner.

Zero Paints has formulated the Austin Yellow shade used by BMW for several models in its range. This product is in 60ml format. Paint for airbrush application only. Shake the container well until the paint is thoroughly mixed. Use a pressure between 15-40 psi. It is recommended to apply 3 to 4 light cross-coats. Air drying time at 20°C (68°F) in a dust-free environment is 5-10 minutes. Touch dry in 20-30 minutes. To further thin the paint, use Basecoat Thinner.

Re-edition of the 1/24 scale model kit of the incredibly luxurious and exclusive Rolls Royce Phantom II. Since each body was custom-built for each client, no two are alike. This Italeri kit allows you to recreate the 1934 P2 series car housed in the prestigious Stratford Auto Museum in England.

Catalog of Italeri products and novelties for year 2026.

Set of 1/43 scale rims and tires for use on all types of Renault models from the 70s and 80s.

The kit includes parts made of white metal, resin, and turned metal, and is completed with photo-etched parts, pre-painted rubber tires with the manufacturer's logos, a full decal sheet, 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.

Newly designed and Japan printed decals for replacing the old decals on your Tamiya kit of the Nissan Skyline GT-R racing at the Japanese GT Championship.

Newly designed and freshly Japan printed decals for replacing the aged decals in your Tamiya kit.

This new decal sheet is designed to replace the old decals from your Tamiya Nissan Xanavi Nismo Z scale model kit. It's essentially the same decals as the Tamiya kit, but with the color stripes and sponsor logos provided as separate decals, and the yellow ink used is fluorescent. Naturally, all logos have been more accurately scaled, and some additional decals are included. This decal sheet allows you to build not only the same version as the Tamiya kit, corresponding to the fourth round of the JGTC Championship held in Tokachi, but also the versions for the third round held in Sepang and the All-Star Race held in the US, which included different sponsors.

Set of rims designed to be used on vehicles in the GT3 category, such as the Porsche 997 GT3R and RSR or the BMW Z4 GT3. The set consists of 4 turned metal rim rings with an approximate diameter of 21.5 mm, 4 3D printed wheel cores, 4 central nuts and adapters to be able to mount the rims on kits from different manufacturers. Important: the rim set do not include tires.

Set of 4 Goodyear Formula 1 rain tires featuring the design used between the 1974 and 1978 seasons. The tires have all the manufacturer's markings embossed on the sidewalls, along with additional information, and are modeled as faithfully as possible to the real tire. These tires are designed for use on some of Tamiya's 1/20 scale model kits, such as the McLaren M23, Lotus Type 78, Brabham BT46, and Wolf WR1, among others. Rims not included. A set of stencils is included for painting the Goodyear logos on the sidewalls. It is recommended to use only acrylic paints when using these stencils. Using solvent-based paints will soften the resin from which the stencil is made, causing the fine details of some of the lettering to dissolve and disappear.

Set of 4 Goodyear Formula 1 rain tires featuring the design used between the 1978 and 1979 seasons. The tires have all the manufacturer's markings embossed on the sidewalls, along with additional information, and are modeled as faithfully as possible to the real tire. These tires are designed for use on some of the 1/20 scale Tamiya and Hasegawa model kits, such as the McLaren M23, the Lotus Type 78 and Type 79, and the Brabham BT46, among others. Rims not included. A set of stencils is included for painting the Goodyear logos on the sidewalls. It is recommended to use only acrylic paints when using these stencils. Using solvent-based paints will soften the resin from which the stencils are made, so the fine details of some of the lettering may dissolve and disappear.

Set of 4 Goodyear Formula 1 extreme rain tires with the design used during the 1970s seasons. These tires were known as "monsoon" tires. The tires feature embossed manufacturer logos and additional information on their sidewalls and are modeled as faithfully as possible to the real tire. These tires are designed for use on some 1/20 scale Tamiya and Hasegawa model kits, such as the McLaren M23, Lotus Type 78 and Type 79, and Brabham BT46, among others. Rims not included. A set of stencils is included for painting the Goodyear logos on the sidewalls. It is recommended to use only acrylic paints when using these stencils. Using solvent-based paints will soften the resin from which the stencils are made, so the fine details of some of the lettering may dissolve and disappear.

1/24 scale triangular safety net for your GT cars, among others. The set includes two triangular nets and the necessary mounting hardware, both for the driver's side window and the center of the cockpit. The net, which replicates the texture of a real net, is made of a completely flexible material that allows it to fit perfectly around the bucket seat and roll cage. The net's mounting hardware is designed to easily adapt to any model, adding realism to your display. The net can be painted with any acrylic paint, and the color will remain vibrant even after repeated folding and handling. Truly amazing!

At the end of the 1994 season, the Taisan team fielded a second Ferrari F40. Unlike the all-red car with the number #40, this one featured a large black paint job due to Advan sponsorship. This decal sheet allows you to reproduce this final version of the Ferrari F40 LM, choosing between the livery used in 1994 at the Mine race, where it made its debut, or at Fuji, the second race of the 1995 season, where it qualified second. The decals have been developed for use with the Tamiya Ferrari F40 LM scale model kit.

Decal sheet for reproducing the Taisan team's Ferrari F40 LM version that won the final round of the 1994 All Japan Grand Touring Car Championship at the Mine circuit. This was the F40's only victory in the JGTC. The decals have been developed for use with the Tamiya Ferrari F40 LM scale model kit.

Limited-time re-edition of the decal sheet designed by Shunko Models to replace and update those for the Tamiya 1/20 scale Ferrari F189 model kit. All logos, including the tobacco advertisement, have been redesigned and resized.

Decoration for the Porsche 935 in its participation in the first three races of the 1976 World Championship for Manufacturers, in the 6 Hours of Mugello (number #4 with pole and victory), 6 Hours of Vallelunga (number #1 with pole and victory), and the 6 Hours of Silverstone (number 9 with pole and 10th finish). This decal is designed to replace the one on your old 1/24 scale Porsche 935 "Martini" Tamiya kit, so it also includes the instrument panel dials.

Decal sheet to reproduce the Toyota Celica GT-Four ST205 Group A unit with which Gustavo Trelles, with Jorge del Buono as co-driver, obtained the sixth final position in the 1995 Rallye Catalunya Costa Brava.

Assembled collector's model that reproduces the version of the Toyota GR Yaris Rally2 with which driver Oliver Solberg, who was crowned World Champion in the Rally2 category in 2025, participated in the Rallye Automobile de Monte-Carlo, although the event was used as a test bench and was not included among those nominated to score points for the championship.

Black flexible tubing to simulate air ducts, such as brake disc ventilation, cabin air ducts, or those supplying air to some radiator boxes. The tubing measures 3 mm in diameter and approximately 5 cm in length.

In Toleman's history, there was only one occasion when they had the honor of starting from pole position, and that was precisely in their final season as a team during the 1985 German Grand Prix, held at the new Nürburgring circuit. What does it matter today that said pole position was achieved with its Friday time, given that Saturday was run on wet roads? Tameo Kits has developed this kit with the usual quality of its products, carefully reproducing the shapes of the single-seater. The kit is complemented by an extensive sheet of photo-etched parts to provide maximum detail and the corresponding decals, which display all the flags that its sponsor, Benetton, used to enhance its image.

Decal sheet to reproduce the Toyota Celica GT-Four ST205 Group A unit with which Milan Dolák, with Jaroslav Palivec as co-driver, achieved victory in the 1999 Sumava Mogul Rally, which counted towards the European Championship and the Czech Republic Rally Championship.