Revell Mercury and Gemini Capsules, 1/48, H1834-100
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$145
First issue hardbox dated 1964. Classic manned space program kit. Large 1/48 scale capsules are well detailed inside and out and each comes with a stand. This kit contains the special booklet titled - 'Interesting Facts About Mercury and Gemini'. Never started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions present.
Aurora DeHavilland DH-4, 1/48, 112-98
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$52
First issue dated 1957 with classic Jo Kotula artwork. This model is part of the famous WWI 1/48 scale series of aircraft issued by Aurora starting in 1956. Molded in the correct gloss olive drab and black plastic, including figures and the ground base with chocks. Never started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions. Besides it's distinguished career in WWI, the DH-4 saw extensive post war service in numerable ways. One of the most interesting was as a United States Post Office air mail service aircraft. The aircraft's likeness even graced an airmail stamp of the time. In about 1925, the Post Office decided to upgrade. The prototype was the Douglas M-1 and an improved version, the M-2, became the next mail carrier. The M-2 is also an Aurora kit in the same scale.
Comet The Supersonic 4 F-94C Starfire F4D Skyray F3D Skyknight F-84F Thunderstreak Gift Set
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$325
Very rare. This mid 1950s model includes all four kits in the original early Comet one-color flip top boxes. The Comet Gift Sets were well advertised but seldom seen. The kit boxes inside are all in 'Near Mint' to 'Mint' condition. The condition of the models is as follows: PL-4 Skyknight, PL-6 Thunderstreak and PL-5 Skyray: never started and inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions present. PL-3 Starfire: never started. Inventoried and NOTE: missing two pilot's busts. Otherwise complete with all other pieces, decals and instructions present. The box is graded 'very good' because of the dark stain at the lower left. Please note, this kit must be shipped insured.
Horizon Hobby E-Flite P-47D Razorback 1.2m Bind-N-Fly - R/C Aircraft - PICK UP ONLY, EFL8450
Other Materials, Box Condition: VG
$275
PICK-UP ONLY! Too large for me to ship. The buyer can meet me in Lexington, KY at a local Panera to pick it up. This the very large wingspan P-47D Razorback in the Bind-N-Fly version; all you need is a compatible transmitter, some assembly and you are in the air in almost no time at all. This model kit is brand new. The box has been opened, but absolutely nothing was removed from the box. Inside, everything is exactly as it left the factory - stapled or taped into place and factory bagged. Payment is due before pickup. Payment by money order from the US Post Office or grocery/convenience store will be ready to pick up within 7 days of receipt of payment. Payment by all other forms requires a 14 business day waiting period before pick up.
Comet Cessna C-37 Airmaster - 20 Inch Wingspan Balsawood Flying Model Airplane, 3302-198
Wood Model Kit, Box Condition: Good++
$39
From the 1960s and features traditional wood/tissue construction with quality, die-cut balsa sheet parts, stripwood, fully formed wheels, thrust button and propeller, rubber motor, fully formed wire landing gear struts, covering tissue, registration number decals and detailed, full-size plans and building instructions. Never started and inventoried complete. Comet was a famous manufacturer of stick and tissue flying and static models. In the 1930s Great Depression, they lead the low-priced kit revolution with the "Dime Scale" kits and famous advertisements in Model Airplane News magazine and others. Comet reached it's peak in the 1930s when they acquired the services of Carl Goldberg. Goldberg was a highly accomplished modeler with articles in Model Airplane News and famous designs that won him several National level competitions in the 1930s and beyond. (Carl Goldberg went on to found his own company and produced well designed and popular free-flight and RC aircraft). Comet survived the post World War economic slump and continued kit production until they were bought out by long-time competitor Guillow's in 1998.
MPM Messerschmitt Bf-109G-12 - (Bf109 G-12), 1/72, 72031
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$26
Hard-to-find, high quality two-seat '109 model that features all fine recessed panel lines, numerous PE parts, film instruments, enclosed and detailed landing gear bays, drop tank and more. Includes four-view paint guide and decals for two different Luftwaffe aircraft. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Monogram P-51B Mustang - Malcolm or Regular Canopy - Blue Box Issue, 1/48, PA136-100
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good+
$18
Dated 1966 and one of two box art variations to share this part number. Very finely molded and detailed kit with traditional high Monogram quality. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions. Decals are flat and intact but NOTE: they have typical age micro-cracking.
Italeri TWO T-62 Main Battle Tanks, 1/72, 7006
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG+
$20
SALE!! Includes two kits in the one box shown. Both models are never started and inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions present. The back of the box includes a multi-view, full-color painting guide.
Revell Sherman Tank M4 Black Magic - (M-4), 1/40, H522-150
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG++
$165
Rare 1963 issue utilizing the original 'S' artwork and molds. Features movable track and suspensions, opening hatches, elevating gun and rotating turret. Includes tank commander soldiers 'Set For Action.' Never started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions both in 'near mint' condition with light age yellowing being the only flaw.
Top Flite Republic P-47N Thunderbolt - 27 Inch Wingspan Gas U-Control Model, S2
Wood Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc+
$129
Rare model and ever rarer in this condition - in an 'Excellent+' box and like new inside. This is a superb kit from the late 1950s or very early 1960s. Recommended engines are .15 to .29. Features 'Superform' balsa shell that is perfectly formed to the exact shape of the fuselage. There are no blocks to carve and no planking required. Includes Jig-Time construction, precision die-cut grade A balsa wood, tapered leading edges, die-cut plywood formers, ribs, spar braces and other parts where additional strength is required, completely formed landing gear, clear, fully formed plastic canopy, rubber wheels, hardwood engine mounts, top grade silk-span, complete set of fuel-proof decals, full hardware (45 parts) and full size detailed plans with step-by-step instructions. The kit has never been started. The kit is like new inside - the small parts that were sealed are still in the factory sealed bags. The parts that were never internally sealed have been inventoried complete, including decals and plans/instructions.
Jo-Han Olds 442 Super Funny Car - 1968 Oldsmobile Cutlass 442 / Stock / Custom / Funny Car, 1/25, C2368-200
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$850
Incredibly rare one-and-only original issue and ever rarer in never started and complete condition. Features a huge number of optional parts for stock, custom or funny car versions. Funny car version builds up a full tube frame just like the real thing; all versions have detailed engines, full drivelines and complete interiors. Molded in white, clear, red-tinted clear, chrome and with rubber tires. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions. Decals are flat, intact and in amazing 'near mint' condition and the instructions are also 'near mint'. The chrome plating is in exceptional 'near mint' condition. Clear parts are like new. I did not see any tire burns; so if there are any, they were so small that I missed them. The box is graded as 'good'. It is 100% intact and has four solid corners and no repairs. There is no fading, no rips, tears or missing litho. There are no price tags or tape and no marks from either. Imperfections include edge and corner wear as shown, a slightly concave vertical section on the far left side, scuffs near the middle top, light scuffs on the right short side and lighter general wear as shown. NOTE: this kit will only be shipped double-boxed and insured.
Hasegawa Showa L2D Type Zero Transport - Tabby - License-Built DC-3, 1/200, MX6
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed NM
$22
Still factory sealed and from 1995. This is an excellent small-scale model that is finely molded and well detailed.
Comet Grumman F6F Hellcat - 24 inch Wingspan Flying Aircraft, 3503
Wood Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$48
From the early 1970s Large scale issue for rubber or gas free flight, or easily converted to RC using today's tiny and light servos and receivers. The kit features traditional wood/tissue construction, quality balsa printwood, stripwood and spars, balsa stock as required, fully formed wood main and tail wheels, rubber motor, plastic prop and scale (you-build-it) balsa three-blade wooden prop, wood thrust button, clear canopy material, template/details cardstock sheet, insignia, white covering tissue and detailed full size plans with building instructions. Never started and inventoried 100% complete. Comet was a famous manufacturer of stick and tissue flying and static models. In the 1930s Great Depression, they lead the low-priced kit revolution with the "Dime Scale" kits and famous advertisements in Model Airplane News magazine and others. Comet reached it's peak in the 1930s when they acquired the services of Carl Goldberg. Goldberg was a highly accomplished modeler with articles in Model Airplane News and famous designs that won him several National level competitions in the 1930s and beyond. (Carl Goldberg went on to found his own company and produced well designed and popular free-flight and RC aircraft). Comet survived the post World War economic slump and continued kit production until they were bought out by long-time competitor Guillow's in 1998.
Heller Saab J-29 'Tunnan' - United Nations Congo or Swedish Air Force, 1/72, 260
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed VG++
$24
Still factory sealed but the seal has drawn the box concave, especially on the left side. This is the 960s 'L' box style issue with full box art and yellow logo panels. The kit is well molded with recessed control surfaces and fine raised panel lines, good cockpit and more. Includes markings and parts to build one of two versions.
Strombecker Bell X-1B Supersonic Rocket, 1/48, D30
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good+
$145
Strombecker was very well known for producing the finest pre-carved hardwood aircraft and missile kits, but they had a very short journey into the plastic model field. They made a total of 5 molds for plastic injected aircraft kits, the 1956 Sea Dart being the first. All were discontinued in the mid 1960s. One kit is this excellent X-1B. It is the rarer of the two releases as it contains the pilots bust molded into the fuselage (the other one does not). Includes full instructions with three photos of the real aircraft, full color decals, Strombecker kit catalog and an application for the Strombecker Model-Makers Club. Kit features full landing gear, clear canopy and display stand. Never started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions.
AMT 1995 Chevrolet Blazer, 1/25, 8978
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$36
Features over 105 parts, full engine and engine compartment, opening hood, detailed underside, complete interior and much more. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
MPC Chevy Shortbed Off-Road Stepside Pickup - (Chevrolet), 1/25, 1-0416
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed NM
$109
Still factory sealed and in 'near mint' condition. Very rare and from the 1970s. Features big, detailed V8 engine and engine compartment, opening hood, giant off-road tires, roll bar, detailed suspension and four wheel drive, clear sun roof, spare tire, complete interior, CB radio and antenna, west coast mirrors, large colorful decal sheet and more.
Entex 1914 Ford 1 1/2 Ton Model T Heavy Duty Truck - Conversional - With Real Wood Sides and Parts - Good Year Tire & Rubber Co / Zellerbach Paper Co / Columbia Cartage Co, 1/16, 8498
Multimedia Model Kit, Box Condition: Fair+
$74
Very highly detailed and well molded kit from the original Bandai molds. This 1970s issue includes many die-cut real wood parts with scale woodgrain. Features detailed engine with realistic ignition wiring, full engine compartment with hoses, removable hood, full suspension, driveline and exhaust detail, steerable wheels, opened or closed front window, wood for firewall and dash, complete interior (down to the speedometer cable and individual clutch, brake and accelerator pedals and levers, two large and one small sheets of prescribed in-scale micro wood trim so that the body sides, interior and other parts of the kit can be accurately represented, opening passenger and driver doors, flexible fuel lines, headlight wiring, real wood bed, removable rear bed gates, real metal chain, choice of the three decals listed and much more. Molded in gloss green, black, light wood tan, brass plate, clear and with real rubber tires, rubber wires and cables, small metal parts and in-scale grain wood. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried and NOTE: Missing 4 Parts. Please read carefully. Missing (1)of (2) H1 (a long bar with a fork on the end), (2) I2 front hubs (could be made by casting copies of the rear hubs which are present) and A16, which is a small simple tube on a flat plate (easily made; it supports the steering wheel shaft). Otherwise inventoried complete including all other parts decals and instructions.
Revell USS Oriskany Aircraft Carrier - Essex Class Angled Deck, 1/500, 85-0318
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc++
$145
Still factory sealed. Hard-to-find 2017 reissue from the original 1967 molds of the Mighty 'O' of Korea and Vietnam. Aircraft from the Oriskany waged the Navy's first all-jet dogfight over Korea against eight Migs. Well detailed and features a full hull, complete propeller and rudder detail, movable elevators and cranes, separately molded AA armament & gun directors, detailed island structure with radar/sensor suite and much more. Includes an air wing with S-2 Trackers, F-8 Crusaders, A-4 Skyhawks and SH-3 Seakings. The decal sheet is large and extensive covering aircraft markings, elevator warning outlines, all flight deck markings and more.
Atlantis Boeing B-29 Superfortress - Dauntless Dotty Or FIFI - (ex Revell), 1/120, H208
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$26
Recent Atlantis reissue from the original 1950s 'Pre S' Revell molds. Perfect builder as it is molded in almost the exact same silver plastic as the original and even has the clear 1950s 'Globe' stand. Includes classic Revell 'Dauntless Dotty' decals or markings for the restored and flying FIFI. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.