Plastic Model Kits
Supermodel TWO Aermacchi MB-326 - Italy / Argentina (Navy) / Australia / South Africa, 1/72, 10-011
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG+
$30
SALE!! Includes two kits in the one box shown. Kit #1 is never started and the parts are still in the factory sealed bag; includes decals and instructions. NOTE: Kit #2 has minor and 'professional' quality subassembly as follows: wing halves built; two gear doors in the up position; cockpit tub; two instrument panels to one fuselage half. There is no other assembly. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions present. Nicely molded and detailed kit with fine raised panel lines and recessed control surface lines. Features very good cockpit detail, wing tip drop tanks, optional position canopy and speed brake, underwing drop tanks and rocket pods and markings for all four air forces.
RPM Tank Destroyer TK-S With 20mm Gun FK wz.38 - Poland 1939, 1/72, 72501
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$26
SALE!! Includes two kits in one box. Both kits are never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes instructions.
RPM TWO Pz Spahwagen P204(f) With CDM Turret, 1/72, 72301
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Poor
$23
SALE!! Includes two kits in one box. Kit #1 is never started and the parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions. Kit #2 is never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Trumpeter USS San Francisco CA-38 1942 - New Orleans Class Heavy Cruiser, 1/350, 05309
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$52
Modern and very highly detailed with 263 pieces. Can be built as full hull or waterline. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Trumpeter TWO KITS AN-2 Colt On Skis And 01606 AN-2V Colt On Floats, 1/72, 01607
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG++
$24
SALE!! Includes both kits in one box. The Ski Colt is never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions. For the Float Colt AN-2V, NOTE: this kit has minor, 'professional' quality subassembly as follows: two seats to floor; wing halves. There is no other assembly. Inventoried 100% complete and includes decals and instructions.
Tamiya Field Marshal Rommel, 1/25, PF0005
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: NM
$19
Very highly detailed, large 1/25 scale Rommel figure goes perfectly with Tamiya's large 1/25 tanks or as a stand-alone model. Includes figure and accessory goggles and binoculars. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts. The full color box drawings serve as the instructions as there are only about 6 or 7 pieces.
Revell 1913 Mercedes Highway Pioneers - Series 4, 1/32, H54-89
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good-
$34
1954 original issue of the famous Highway Pioneers 'Foreign Car' series. These issues feature the same 5 car artwork on every box; the only way to identify the contents was an ink-stamped name on the box ends. Molded in gloss dark green plastic. This kit has never been started. All parts are still in the factory sealed bag. Includes instructions. These kits have a fascinating history. Hobbies were nothing new to America in the 1930s/40s, but they were not mainstream and never made the top 10 list of boys activities. Spurred on by the nation-wide aviation craze in the 1920s, many became modelers and built flying or static wooden models of airplanes, ships, trains, automotive and other subjects. Basic kits existed, but many of these models were built from scratch, which demanded a high talent level developed from years of experience. That changed in the early 1950s when the Gowland & Gowland/Revell Highway Pioneers became the sales sensation of the year. Demand was so great that the factories could not keep up and almost overnight 'model building' was mainstream. The phenomenon of the 'Highway Pioneers' kits was a significant force in proving that model building as a hobby could have mass appeal, provided that the kits were easy enough to build and finish. These 1/32 scale vehicles fit the bill: they could be built in an hour after dinner and looked much like the real cars. The success of the Highway Pioneers lead to the production of other subjects in plastic and the effect was revolutionary. By the late 1950s, model building was the #1 past time of American boys...and many adult males too!
Revell 1911 Rolls Royce Highway Pioneers, 1/32, H46-89
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Fair
$34
1953 issue, the first year for the 'Series Three' Highway Pioneers. Molded in a beautiful dark burgundy plastic. These issues feature the same 5 car artwork on every box; the only way to identify the contents was an ink-stamped name on the box ends. This kit has never been started. The parts are still in the internally sealed factory bag. Includes instructions. These kits have a fascinating history. Hobbies were nothing new to America in the 1930s/40s, but they were not mainstream and never made the top 10 list of boys activities. Spurred on by the nation-wide aviation craze in the 1920s, many became modelers and built flying or static wooden models of airplanes, ships, trains, automotive and other subjects. Basic kits existed, but many of these models were built from scratch, which demanded a high talent level developed from years of experience. That changed in the early 1950s when the Gowland & Gowland/Revell Highway Pioneers became the sales sensation of the year. Demand was so great that the factories could not keep up and almost overnight 'model building' was mainstream. The phenomenon of the 'Highway Pioneers' kits was a significant force in proving that model building as a hobby could have mass appeal, provided that the kits were easy enough to build and finish. These 1/32 scale vehicles fit the bill: they could be built in an hour after dinner and looked much like the real cars. The success of the Highway Pioneers lead to the production of other subjects in plastic and the effect was revolutionary. By the late 1950s, model building was the #1 past time of American boys...and many adult males too!
Revell Oldsmobile Delivery Van Highway Pioneers - (Oldsmobile), 1/32, H44
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc++
$36
1953 early issue molded in white plastic and it includes colorful decals for the van sides for the 'Gowland's Bakery'. This kit has never been started. All parts are still factory sealed in the original 'krinkle' bag and it is complete with decals and instructions. Before the 1950s 'model building' never made the top 10 list of boy's activities. Hobbies were nothing new to America in the 1930s/40s, but they were not mainstream. Shortly after the turn of the century, many dedicated modelers built flying or static airplanes, ship, train, automotive or other subjects. Basic kits existed, but the majority of these models were built from scratch, which demanded a high talent level developed from years of experience. That changed in the early 1950s. The phenomenon of the Revell/Gowland & Gowland 'Highway Pioneers' car kits was a significant force in proving that model building as a hobby could have mass appeal, provided that the kits were easy enough to build and finish. These 1/32 scale vehicles could be built in an hour after dinner and looked much like the real car. The Highway Pioneers series lead to the production of other subjects in plastic and the effect was revolutionary. By the early 1960s, model building was the #1 past time of American boys.
Revell 1907 Renault Limousine Highway Pioneers - Series Four, 1/32, H53-89
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$36
1953 early issue molded in salmon plastic. This is from the issues produced with Gowland & Gowland as it carrier their 'balloon' logo on the side. The model has not been started. The parts are still sealed in the original 'krinkle' bag and the kit is complete with instructions. Before the 1950s 'model building' never made the top 10 list of boy's activities. Hobbies were nothing new to America in the 1930s/40s, but they were not mainstream. Shortly after the turn of the century, many dedicated modelers built flying or static airplanes, ship, train, automotive or other subjects. Basic kits existed, but the majority of these models were built from scratch, which demanded a high talent level developed from years of experience. That changed in the early 1950s. The phenomenon of the Revell/Gowland & Gowland 'Highway Pioneers' car kits was a significant force in proving that model building as a hobby could have mass appeal, provided that the kits were easy enough to build and finish. These 1/32 scale vehicles could be built in an hour after dinner and looked much like the real car. The Highway Pioneers series lead to the production of other subjects in plastic and the effect was revolutionary. By the early 1960s, model building was the #1 past time of American boys.
Revell 1929 4 1/2 Liter Bentley Highway Pioneers - US Antique Series, 1/32, H63-69
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc+
$38
Original issue dated 1954 in 'excellent+' condition inside and out. The US Antique series was the first one to have real box art for the exact kit inside. This kit is from old hobby shop stock and has never been sold retail until now; but the box does has light wear as shown. Inside the box, it has not been started. All the parts are still factory sealed in the original 'krinkle' bag. Includes instructions. This is from the issues produced with Gowland & Gowland as it carries their 'balloon' logo on the box top a the lower right. Not long after this, the Gowland logo would disappear completely, leaving only the Revell logo. It is also worth noting that this is one of the first non-generic Highway Pioneers boxes. Earlier boxes were all the same, with the kit number and car stamped on the side, usually with a red or black rubber stamp. This box is completely dedicated to the Bentley kit, and even has advertisements for very early Pre-S issue Revell 1954 ship and aircraft kits on the long sides. Before the 1950s 'model building' never made the top 10 list of boy's activities. Hobbies were nothing new to America in the 1930s/40s, but they were not mainstream. Shortly after the turn of the century, many dedicated modelers built flying or static airplanes, ship, train, automotive or other subjects. Basic kits existed, but the majority of these models were built from scratch, which demanded a high talent level developed from years of experience. That changed in the early 1950s. The phenomenon of the Revell/Gowland & Gowland 'Highway Pioneers' car kits was a significant force in proving that model building as a hobby could have mass appeal, provided that the kits were easy enough to build and finish. These 1/32 scale vehicles could be built in an hour after dinner and looked much like the real car. The Highway Pioneers series lead to the production of other subjects in plastic and the effect was revolutionary. By the early 1960s, model building was the #1 past time of American boys.
Revell 1915 Fiat Tourer Highway Pioneers, 1/32, H55-89
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good-
$36
1953 early issue molded in red acetate plastic. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes instructions. This is from the issues produced with Gowland & Gowland as it carrier their 'balloon' logo on the side. Before the 1950s 'model building' never made the top 10 list of boy's activities. Hobbies were nothing new to America in the 1930s/40s, but they were not mainstream. Shortly after the turn of the century, many dedicated modelers built flying or static airplanes, ship, train, automotive or other subjects. Basic kits existed, but the majority of these models were built from scratch, which demanded a high talent level developed from years of experience. That changed in the early 1950s. The phenomenon of the Revell/Gowland & Gowland 'Highway Pioneers' car kits was a significant force in proving that model building as a hobby could have mass appeal, provided that the kits were easy enough to build and finish. These 1/32 scale vehicles could be built in an hour after dinner and looked much like the real car. The Highway Pioneers series lead to the production of other subjects in plastic and the effect was revolutionary. By the early 1960s, model building was the #1 past time of American boys.
Azimut Productions 4.7cm PAK (t) auf G.W. R-35 - Ironsides Series, 1/35, IR002
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc
$32
Still factory sealed.
Revell 3 Freedom Fighters Of WWII Chinese I-16 / Polish P-11 / Swedish CR-42, 1/72, H678-130
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$45
1967 issue includes Swedish CR-42, Chinese Air Force I-16 and Polish PZL P-11C. The kits have never been started. They have been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Aurora Sopwith Camel, 1/47, 102-79
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG+++
$48
Rare early 1960s issue. This release has turned up less than any of the other issues and was only made for a year or two at the most before the new artwork release. This is the only issue with the full, original artwork due to the 'transparent' new simplified oval logo at the lower right. The side logos do not have 'Famous Fighters' in the border. One side has the original printed '102-79' part number while the other end has a factory-applied '100' sticker over the 79. Molded in the correct gloss olive drab and black plastic and with the chock ground base and pilot & mechanic figures. Never started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts decals and instructions. Please NOTE that the box displays much closer to 'Excellent++' but is graded lower because there is a small tape pull on the lower long side and some missing litho at the right short side.
Hasegawa F-4G Phantom II Wild Weasel, 1/48, P4
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$59
Very finely molded and detailed & widely considered the finest injection molded 1/48 scale F-4 kit. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Novo SNCAM Dewoitine D520C - Italian or French Air Forces - (D-520 ex-Frog) - Bagged, 1/72, F155
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc
$12
Still factory sealed and from ex-Frog molds. Very cleanly molded kit that builds up into a realistic model. Has markings for both aircraft and a full color painting guide on the back of the cardboard header card.
Hasegawa McDonnell Douglas F-18 Hornet - (F/A-18 Prototype), 1/32, 1150
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good-
$59
The box has age foxing, but the decals, instructions and parts are all in 'near mint' condition. Very large-scale kit of the early prototype F-18. Features 120 parts, detailed cockpit and ejection seat, optional position canopy, detailed gear wells and optional position landing gear, speed brakes and arresting gear, two AIM-9 Sidewinder missiles, two AIM-7 Sparrow missiles and a very extensive decal sheet for aircraft #1 and #2. Never started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Anmark AWACS Boeing 707 E3A or Air Force 1 - Boeing 707-32B (VC-137) - With Clear Fuselage Section & Engine Parts and Interior Details - (ex Nitto Entex), 1/100, 7522
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good+
$79
From the 1970s and from high quality Nitto / Entex molds. This big scale model with excellent detail for that time and features recessed panel lines, good cockpit and inner engine details, optional clear engine nacelles as well as an optional clear cockpit section to show the detailed flight deck. There are parts to build the AWACS or Presidential versions and a very large and color decal sheet for both. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Sword Sikorsky S-43 / JRS-1 - US Marines, 1/72, SW72019
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed VG++
$129
Still factory sealed. Hard-to-find and very well molded & detailed. Features excellent injection molded parts with recessed detail, clear injection molded windows & canopy and many resin details. Includes full, detailed cockpit, interior bulkheads with optional position doors, full passenger interior, jump seats, rear stairs and ladder, optional opened or closed 'stair door', highly detailed landing gear that can be displayed 'down' or retracted and decals for both aircraft listed. You could make this into a Pan Am Aircraft but you would need to provide your own decals.