Newsletter 711: SoulApril 30^th, 2026

It's gotten out of hand!! This phrase, which in any other situation could have been a problem, has in this case led to a spectacular and incredibly complete transkit to take the detail of your Fujimi Ford GT40 MK.I scale model kit to another level. What started as a rims and brake transkit has ended up becoming an almost complete transformation. This super-detailed transkit includes the 4.9L Ford small block V8 engine, with the rear subframe and gearbox, the front and rear engine bays, the inner part of the engine cover with the wheel arches, the firewall separating the passenger compartment, some beautiful rims, brake discs and calipers, various radiators and tanks, a complete steering system assembly, exhausts... what a marvel!

Hasegawa offers us this beautiful kit, which reproduces the Yamaha YZR500 used by Christian Sarron to reach third place in the 500cc World Championship in 1989. A kit with an extensive and detailed part list faithfully reproducing the parts of the real bike, such as its Brembo brake caliper or the Marchesini rims. The decals have been printed by Cartograf and have excellent detail and color. Note that the Gauloises tobacco advertising is not included in the kit.

New reference of the classic Hasegawa kit of the Lancia Stratos FH Group 4 rally car. This kit reference will allow you to build the red version of the Lancia Chardonnet team with which the French duo of Bernard Darniche and Alain Mahé won the 1975 Tour de Corse, the second of their six victories on the French island.

Replacement decal for the Tameo Kits scale model kit reference TMK452 of the Toleman Hart TG185.

Enhance the beauty and realism of your Tamiya kit with this set of two decal sheets with carbon fiber patterns that Studio27 has specially developed for the Honda RC213V.

Two decal sheets with the different carbon and Kevlar patterns necessary and even essential for detailing your 1/24 scale Porsche 911 GT1 model by Tamiya.

Tamiya has just announced the re-release of this scale model kit as a preview of the new products to be presented at the 2026 Nuremberg Toy Fair. The kit will retain the same features as the original edition, such as the roll cage, the modified racing interior, the highly detailed chassis and suspension, and a photo-etched sheet with grilles, pedals, air intakes, and other parts. The decals will likely continue to be printed in Italy by Cartograf and will include, among others, the Vaillant logo (including the rabbit logo) and the Goodyear logo.

Resin scale model kit of the 1937 Lincoln Zephyr Coupe. As is typical of Red Wheel, this kit has been developed with meticulous attention to detail, including the body, chassis, and other parts made of resin, 3D printed parts, a photo-etched sheet, decals, rubber tires, pre-cut windows, and a vacuum-formed windshield. A major innovation in this release is the reproduction of the engine, with a working hood thanks to a sophisticated hinge system. A true work of art!

The Shadow DN8 made its debut at the 1976 Dutch Grand Prix, with very promising results. Driven by Tom Pryce, it qualified third and finished fourth. This first version of the Shadow DN8 is characterized by its short, triangular sidepods. The scale model kit, from the This Way Up catalog, is extremely detailed, including the engine and other mechanical parts. The body, chassis, and various mechanical components are cast in white metal, complemented by an extensive photo-etched sheet for the smaller, flatter parts.

Revell continues to revive classic 1/32 scale model kits previously sold by Matchbox. Now it's the turn of the Aston Martin Ulster, with a decal sheet that allows you to recreate the car that, with the number #29, achieved third place overall (first among the S1.5 class cars) in the 1935 24 Hours of Le Mans. Despite its smaller size, the scale model kit has a large number of parts, reaching 72, including those necessary to reproduce the engine and chassis in detail.

Re-edition of the Heller scale kit of the Yamaha 125 TY in 1/8 scale. It features a total of 140 parts, including chromed and plastic parts, rubber parts, water decals, etc.

Re-edition by Italeri of the classic ESCI kit, renewing the design of the decals. Don't pass it up, it won't be available for long. Includes parts to choose between assembling the English version or the European version.

20 feet and three axles liquid tank, perfect for complementing your truck models.

Revell delights us with the announcement of its upcoming scale model kit of a supercar, none other than the McLaren 750S. Among the 112 pieces that make up the kit are those needed to reproduce its powerful V8 engine. The doors, separate from the body, allow the kit to be assembled with them open, revealing its detailed interior.

Continuing with the series of single-seaters sponsored by RB, Cigale 43 Modelcraft presents its latest release, the Toro Rosso Cosworth STR1 that competed in the 2006 Monaco Formula 1 Grand Prix, where drivers Vitantonio Liuzzi and Scott Speed finished in tenth and thirteenth place respectively. Decals for creating the test driver version, Neel Jani, are also included. The scale model kit has been developed and produced in direct collaboration with Tameo Kits, ensuring a quality comparable to any Tameo product.

New Cigale 43 scale model kit that replicates the RB single-seater as it competed in its first Grand Prix, the Australian Grand Prix at the Melbourne circuit. The new RB1 surprised everyone, showing great potential with the strong performances of David Coulthard and Christian Klien both in qualifying, starting from the third row of the grid, and in the race, where both cars finished in the points, with David Coulthard in fourth and Christian Klien in seventh. The kit was developed and produced in direct collaboration with Tameo Kits, ensuring a quality comparable to any Tameo kit.

The RB1 Cosworth of the RB team did not achieve a noteworthy result at the 2005 Monaco Grand Prix, where both cars had to retire, but they certainly attracted attention with their striking livery, created specifically for the race to promote the release of a new episode in the successful "Star Wars" film franchise. The scale model kit was developed and produced in direct collaboration with Tameo Kits, ensuring a quality comparable to any Tameo product.

Set to replace the engine cam covers of the cylinder heads of the Ford Cosworth DFV F1 engines of the Tamiya kits at 1/20 scale. In addition to the covers themselves in white metal with a perfect relief of the word Ford, it includes the support plates for the chassis and the rubber spark plug pipes in photo-etched. The perfect complement for the detailing of the DFV engine of your kits.

This new reference of the Jaguar D-Type differs from previous Profil24 scale model kits in that it is a curbside kit, meaning it does not include the parts to build the engine, and the front hood is integrated with the body. The version that can be reproduced with this kit is the one that finished in third place at the 1957 24 Hours of Le Mans.

This new reference of the Jaguar D-Type differs from previous Profil24 scale model kits in that it is a curbside kit, meaning it does not include the engine parts, and the front hood is integrated with the body. This kit allows you to reproduce any of the three cars that the official Jaguar team entered in the 1954 24 Hours of Le Mans. Of the three, only the #14 car, driven by the British duo of Tony Rolt and Duncan Hamilton, finished the race, achieving a fantastic second place.

The third option in the new Profil24 resin scale model kit of the Jaguar D-Type has arrived. This version differs from previous versions in that it's a curbside model, meaning it doesn't include the engine parts, and the front hood is integrated with the body. The version that can be reproduced with this kit is the one that achieved a fantastic victory at the 1956 24 Hours of Le Mans, finishing more than a lap ahead of the second-place finisher.

In the early 1970s, Finnish driver Leo Kinnunen was on Lotus' radar, although negotiations ultimately fell through. It wasn't until the 1974 season that Kinnunen, with a private team, made his Formula 1 debut, using one of the Surtees Ford TS-16s that had proven competitive the previous season. However, the experience was a disaster, and of the six Grand Prix races he entered, he only managed to compete in the Swedish Grand Prix at the Anderstorp circuit, despite not qualifying. This model kit allows you to recreate the car with which Leo Kinnunen contested his sole Formula 1 Grand Prix. The kit includes the complete resin body, accompanied by numerous white metal parts for the rims, cockpit, suspensions, and other mechanical elements. Among these, the Cosworth engine stands out, which is fully assembled and visible at the rear. The kit is completed with the decal sheet and a photo-etched plate.

The Forti team debuted in Formula 1 in 1995, with their first car being the FG01, equipped with a low-powered customer version of the Ford EDD 3.0 V8 engine. This, combined with an outdated and conservative chassis design, meant that this single-seater was by far the slowest on the grid. Its best result of the entire season was ninth place at the Italian Grand Prix in Monza, although three laps behind the winner. Undoubtedly, the car's most striking feature was its eye-catching livery, a mix of yellow, blue, and green, reflecting the team's Brazilian influence in its inaugural year. The kit, which allows for the reproduction of the 1995 late season versions, is conceived as a curbside model, with a resin body, accompanied by numerous white metal parts for the rims, cockpit, suspensions and other mechanical elements, a complete decal sheet and a sheet of photo-etched parts. Everything you need to recreate this single-seater in detail and complete your collection of Formula 1 models.

Sir John Young 'Jackie' Stewart secured the second of his three Formula 1 World Championship titles in 1971, driving the Tyrrell Ford Cosworth 003. The Stewart-Tyrrell partnership was virtually unbeatable throughout the season, winning six of the eleven races. The kit includes the complete resin body, accompanied by numerous white metal parts for the rims, cockpit, suspensions, and other mechanical elements. Among these, the Cosworth engine stands out, which is fully assembled and visible at the rear. The kit is completed with the decal sheet and a photo-etched plate.

Following the re-edition of the Ford Capri, Tamiya continues announcing new reissues, this time with another spectacular Group 5 model: the Toyota Celica LB Turbo, which competed in the German Touring Car Championship (DRM) in the late 1970s. The scale model kit retains the same parts list, including the driver figure for the interior, although it omits the electric motor and its mechanisms from the first edition. Both the instruction manual and the decal sheet have been revised for this re-edition.

Set of parts to replace the front fork of Meng Model's BMW HP4 Race scale model kit at 1/9 scale, so that it is fully operational. And with the added advantage that the color of the metal is practically the same as that of the real bike, so you can save on painting the part. Includes several turned metal parts.

Meng Model's 1/9 scale pre-painted version of the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10RR, finished in Kawasaki's classic lime green. This pre-painted version is designed for modelers with a less "complicated" approach to the hobby, saving them the time and effort of painting many parts, especially the most visible part: the motorcycle's fairing. This scale model kit accurately reproduces its aerodynamic and aggressive design. Its special 998cc inline four-stroke engine with titanium connecting rods and VAI variable intake system has also been precisely replicated, as has the twin-spar frame, which masterfully combines strength and lightness. Its exclusive seven-spoke Marchesini forged rims, which are one of the elements that differentiate the ZX-10R from the RR, have also been reproduced in minute detail. The front and rear shock absorbers, as well as the steering damper, are movable. The kit includes seats and tires made of soft vinyl, which realistically reproduce the texture of the real parts. The stainless steel brake discs are not only highly detailed but also offer a texture similar to the authentic ones. The mirrors and Kawasaki emblem have been recreated with metallic decals, providing a completely realistic finish.

BMW motorcycles have been a common sight on our roads for decades, and in many cases, objects of desire. However, it wasn't until September 2020 that BMW's renowned M racing division launched its first model, the BMW M 1000 RR. This machine is powered by a 999cc inline four-cylinder engine, fully optimized for competition. It incorporates carbon fiber winglets, a sophisticated suspension system, and a chassis specifically designed for high performance on the track. It served as the basis for the motorcycle used by BMW in the Superbike World Championship, where it secured the titles in 2024 and 2025. This scale model kit accurately reproduces its aerodynamic and aggressive design, as well as the chassis and engine. The included decals allow you to choose between two different paint schemes. A truly impressive kit!

Set of turned metal parts to replace the front fork of Meng's 1/9 scale Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10RR scale model kit, making it fully functional. The metal colors are virtually identical to those of the real motorcycle's fork, enhancing detail and realism, and eliminating the need to paint the part.

Set of four slick tires (two front and two rear) made of polyurethane, similar to those used by F1 cars in the 1980s. The sidewalls of the tires include an embossed manufacturer's mark like the actual tire, as well as the rest of the warnings. Compatible with Tamiya 1/20 scale kits. Rims not included.

Extensive decal sheet with logos of the main sponsors used by Formula 1 teams in the 1970s. They can be used in 1/20 scale kits, although many of them could also be used in 1/24 scale.

This reference will allow you to recreate the banners that teams used to signal to their drivers from the pit wall, providing them with relevant information about the race, such as their position, lap count, lead over other drivers, or pit stop orders. A vital tool in an era before radio communication with drivers existed. Ideal for completing your F1 dioramas from the 60s, 70s, and 80s.

Set of 5 resin rims printed using 3D technology, replicating the design of the 2013C Speedline Corse rims, including the center hubs. This set is designed for use with the Tamiya tires from the 1998/1999 Subaru Impreza WRC scale model kit. This reference does not include wheel nuts or valves.

The optics used by the renowned car tuner Singer in their Porsche 911 evolutions.

A spectacular set of carbon fiber decals for the Tamiya Porsche 911 GT1 scale model kit, allowing you to recreate the car used during pre-tests for the 1996 24 Hours of Le Mans. The set includes several carbon fiber decal sheets plus a sheet of sponsor logos, some with a chrome finish. Undoubtedly one of the most striking versions of the Porsche 911 GT1.

Decal sheet to reproduce the version of the Audi R8 LMS Evo II GT3 that the Uno Racing team used in the FIA GT World Cup held at the Macau circuit at the end of the 2025 season, where the fictional character Cinnamoroll was the main protagonist. The decal set includes some of the carbon fiber patterns for the body panels.