Plastic Model Kits
Aurora Grumman S2F Hunter Killer - Short Box Issue, 1/111, 288-50
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG++
$39
Smaller scale model from ex-Comet molds. This is the Aurora of Canada issue dated 1964 in the 'smaller, shorter' box. Features all fine recessed panel lines, clear cockpit and fuselage windows, rotating propellers and a display stand. Never started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Aurora Grumman S2F Hunter Killer - Tall Box Issue, 1/111, 288-80
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc++
$44
Smaller scale model from ex-Comet molds. This is the Aurora of Canada issue dated 1964 in the taller box (1.6 inches tall as opposed to 1 inch tall). Features all fine recessed panel lines, clear cockpit and fuselage windows, rotating propellers and a display stand. Never started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Aurora Boeing KC-135 Jet Stratotanker, 1/125, 143-129
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$69
1974 Aurora of Canada issue from ex-Comet molds. This is the largest of the two Comet molds and has clear cockpit & cabin windows and full landing gear. Molded in gloss silver and clear. This model was given a clear Aurora two piece 'triangle world' stand, unlike many of the other Comet kits which only had a modified version of their original stands included. Of course this is not the production KC-135 but a model of the Boeing prototype. Just like the box art, it does not have a 'tanker' rear end or boom. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions. NOTE: the box displays better than 'good' but it graded as such because the two scuffs on the right wing are actually closed holes in the box top.
Italaerei Opel Blitz 3 (t) S. Type German Truck, 1/35, 216
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$32
Very highly detailed and well molded kit. Features full interior, crew of two, very good engine and chassis detail, full truck bed interior, optional canvas top and decals for a very wide variety of WWII trucks. The model as never been started. The parts are still in the factory sealed bag with decals and instructions.
Airfix Dornier Do-217 E.2 - Craftmaster Issue, 1/72, 2-89
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$24
From the 1960s. Action-packed artwork shows a British fighter in a hot gun battle with the main Do-217, which is receiving major damage. Another Do-217 released it's bomb load, while the starboard wing on another snaps away in flames as the crew hits the silk. Kit features crew stations and a crew of four, elevating gun and rotating turret, separately molded ailerons, elevators and rudders, optional position landing gear (or even retractable undercarriage but not doors), choice of aft fuselage 'long' tail cone containing the early dive brake or 'short' tail cone after the dive brake was discontinued. Never started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions present.
Airfix H.S. Trident 1C British Airways, 1/144, 03174-9
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Mint
$46
Still factory sealed. 1974 issue with the type four logo. Nicely molded 1/144 scale kit.
Comet Grumman S2F Hunter Killer - ASW Aircraft - Large Scale Issue, 1/54, PL801-98
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG+
$129
Rare early USA plastic model kit. The mid-1950s Comet hardbox is in 'very good+' condition and the kit inside is excellent. This is the larger of the two Comet S2Fs in near 1/48 scale. As with most Comet kits, this one is well molded with all recessed panel detail and no unsightly rivets. Features retractable sonar dome and MAD boom, extensive clear windows, wing search light with clear cover, rocket under-wing load out, rotating propellers and display stand. Molded in gloss silver and clear. Never started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions. Please note that the box displays better than the 'very good+' grade but is rated as such because is clear tape on the two short sides and one 1" x 1/4" tape tear from the factory sealing tape.
Lincoln Douglas DC-7 - BOAC, 1/150, 105
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good-
$55
Nicely made small scale kit from the mid 1950s to the very early 1960s. Never started. The small parts are still in the internal factory sealed bag, and the larger parts that were never sealed have been inventoried complete including decals and instructions. Lincoln was based in Hong Kong. Plastic kits were not the primary business, but they established quite a line of them before discontinuing production in the late 1960s/early 1970s. Many molds moved to Kader, also in Hong Kong, who reissued the line. Many molds eventually found their way to the USA either through ATP (who purchased the excess kit stock when Kader sold out) or IM.
Airfix Trident BEA Airlines - T3 Issue, 1/144, SK504
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$48
1960 Type Three logo with very nice BEA markings. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Frog Lynx Multi-Role Helicopter - 2nd French Navy Prototype Bordeaux-Marignac 1974 / Utility Lynx XX907 Rolls Royce Engine Development Prototype Filton Bristol 1973, 1/72, F256
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Good+
$22
Still factory sealed. 1970s issue. Very nicely molded, early Lynx that features cockpit and crew, torpedo loadout, working rotors and color paint guide & decals for both aircraft listed. Molded in dark blue and clear plastic.
Revell Augusta-Bell AB-205 - Luftwaffe SAR or Italian Air Force, 1/48, H2282
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$38
Rare Revell-ESCI issue. This model features excellent detail, interior with cockpit, opening doors, engine and more. Includes decals for both air forces. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
MPC Miss Mighty Mopar - Judy Lillys Cuda Super Stock - 1968 Plymouth Barracuda, 1/25, 1-0760-225
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc++
$349
Still factory sealed. Incredibly rare one-and-only issue and even harder to find in this condition. Features all the correct parts to build Super Stock Champion Judy Lilly's 68 Cuda including 426 hemi engine, cross feed manifold, dual quad carbs, headers, hood scoop, Cragar Trick Solid Wheels, funny car tires, detailed chassis, full interior and more. Please note this kit must be shipped insured.
Revell Peterbilt Black Widow - 353 Tractor Semi Truck, 1/25, 7526
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed VG
$215
Still factory sealed 'round tape' sealed. Rare 1990 issue features hundreds of pieces, fully detailed engine and engine compartment, opening hood, complete cab and sleeper interior, opening doors, full underside suspension, exhaust and chassis detail, rubber tires and much more.
Aurora British SE-5 Scout - Without Parents Magazine Seal - Yellow Box Issue, 1/48, 103-79
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: NM
$72
Rare box art version and in amazing investment-grade 'Near Mint' condition with perfect color and gloss, four solid corners, no fading, tears, tags, tape or marks from either. Very light wear is the only flaw. Hardbox is dated 1960 and it appears that this design was only issued for a few years at the most. Molded in gloss olive drab and black. The kit has never been started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions.
Krugozor Yakovlev Yak-18 - Light Acrobatic Aircraft, 1/40
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Good
$29
Still factory sealed but the seal has splits and the right side of the seal is missing as shonw. Classic Cold War kit in large 1/40 scale. I have listed this as a Krugozor ('Horizon') release as it has their logo and name on a short side and appears to be dated 1975, which would align with Krugozor production. Krugozor (or MFDI) took over Yunyj Tyechinik production in the mid 1970s and production continued till 1993. Yunyj Tyechinik orignally succeeded MZMPI, which was the first kit manufacture in the USSR.
Hawk Rocket Power 3 Guided Missiles Dart Little John La Crosse, 1/48, 614-50
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Poor
$115
Rare and an ideal builder. Constant scale kit includes all three missiles on a unique and colorful cardboard display. Inside, the kit is like new and has never been started. The cardboard display for the missiles is in 'mint' condition. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions present. The box has extensive damage as shown and the sides are in similar condition.
Revell A4D Skyhawk (A-4) - 'S' Issue, 1/51, H232-89
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc+
$159
1956 original issue 'S' kit. It is easy to see why the Revell kits of the 1950s are considered the apex of box artwork. Molded in correct gloss gray, with the famous clear, round Revell 'Globe' stand. Never started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions. Instructions and decals are 'excellent' and flat with slight age yellowing as the only significant flaw. The box has factory-new color and gloss, four solid corners (and no repairs), no tape marks (other than the factory sealing tape), no tags, tag pulls or marks, and no tears. Flaws include very light and isolated edge and corner wear as shown and more edge wear on the bottom of the two short side panels. The box is certainly not perfect but in a highly displayable condition.
Revell Boeing B-52 Giant Stratofortress - Pre 'S' Issue, 1/175, H207-98
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc++
$179
2nd release of this classic Pre 'S' kit from 1954. Features the higher profile box (1.5" high) in "excellent++" condition, like-new color and gloss, four solid corners, no tape or price tags or marks from them. The kit has not been started. Inside, the kit is like new. All parts and paperwork is still sealed in the factory bag. This was among Revell's first attempts to internal factory seal an entire aircraft kit.
Fujimi Westland Wasp A.S. Mk.1, 1/48, FG-1-100
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed VG+
$66
Still factory sealed. Large-scale kit of this 1958 Royal Navy helicopter features full interior, detailed engine, moving rotors, torpedo load and four-wheel landing gear configuration.
Revell Douglas DC-8 AeroMexico - Lodela Issue (DC851), 1/143, H4404
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed VG+
$145
Still factory sealed and very rare. This is the Revell Lodela issue with AeroMexico decals. Although I do not know for certain, judging from the length of the box and the photo, the kit inside is the original "S" issue short DC-8.