MPC Ramchargers Funny Car - Dodge, 1/25, 732-200
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$260
Very rare 1970 first issue. Features Logghe Chassis build up just like the real car, lift-off body with support rods, very well detailed supercharged 426 Hemi engine, full front and rear suspension, complete cockpit, roll cage, fuel tanks, parachute, wheelie wheels, racing slicks and more. Molded in white, clear, red-tinted clear, chrome plate and with rubber tires. The kit has never been started. Inside, it is still packed as it came from the factory. The white plastic parts are still in the factory sealed bag. The chrome, clear and tires were never factory sealed and have been inventoried complete. Includes decals and instructions.
ITC US Submarine Chaser - SC96 Subchaser WWI US Navy - Motorized, 1/74, 3682-249
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG++
$189
Very rare motorized, large scale model that measures 18 inches long when assembled. Dates from the late 1950s or early 1960s and can be easily converted to R/C with todays modern & small components. Motorizing equipment is complete with battery holder, electric motor, brass contacts, motor mount, metal shaft & drive propeller and switch. The kit is molded in blue and silver plastic, while the motorizing parts are molded in white. The kit has never been started. The silver parts are still in the factory sealed bag. All other parts have been inventoried complete. Includes decals, color flag sheet and both sets of instructions (standard and supplemental for motorizing). The actual US Navy WWI Submarine chaser was a 110 foot wooden vessel. The ships carried a crew of 25 and were armed with a 3 lb deck gun and a "Y" gun for discharging depth charges. The ships proved valuable in combating the German U-boats in the Atlantic and Mediterranean. Some were updated and saw service in WWII.
Heller Snecma C-450 Coleoptere, 1/48, 1400
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$250
Rare kit of the 1950s French VTOL aircraft. The Coleoptere (meaning 'Annular Wing') was designed much as the American Pogo aircraft; however, the Coleoptere was exclusively jet powered. Some test flights took place on a tether, but the aircraft was destroyed while performing a free-flight transition from vertical to horizontal. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions. Please note that this kit must be shipped double boxed and insured.
Cleveland 1930 Laird Solution With CD Gold Paint Dust - Balsa Flying Model Airplane Kit, 1/16, SF-46
Wood Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$109
Very rare 1934 'Silver Box' issue. This is a Cleveland 'SF' or 'Scale Flying' model in the agreed museum scale of 1/16. This is the earlier simple cardboard box with the silver printing. All Cleveland kits were exceptionally complete and this one is more so than average exception. Features a sealed envelope of 'Laird Gold' to 'mix with 1 oz of clear D-D-Enamel-Dope', rigging threat, adhesive backed instrument panel, fully formed wooden wheels, propeller hub and thrust button, scale propeller blank or black fibre version, quality printwood, factory-cut stringers and spars, covering material, clear windshield celluloid, other wood and metal stock as required and more. Includes the famous CD high-quality plans. Even includes the original factory packing tissue. The model has not been started. Inventoried complete with all parts and paperwork. The Cleveland Model and Supply Company played a pivotal role in the development of true scale models. In 1909 Bleriot's English Channel flight caused a surge in aviation and model aircraft around the globe. Several companies were ideally positioned to take advantage of the aviation craze. In the USA, Wading River Manufacturing Co. (1909), White Aeroplane (1911), Ideal Model Aeroplane (1911), Broadfield Model Aeroplanes (1919) were among these pioneers, offering everything from plans and parts to complete kits and ARF models. Lindbergh's 1927 crossing of the Atlantic Ocean caused an even bigger world-wide phenomenon called "The Aviation Craze" that extended up to the start of World War II. Many companies such as Megow, Guillow's and others started right around the time of Lindbergh's flight. Some of these models flew and flew well, but they all had one thing in common - were generally not accurate scale representations. In 1929, a youngster named Ed Packard had a very advanced dream- to produce incredibly accurate, true scale models that flew perfectly. This radical idea established the world's longest running single-owner (77 years) model airplane business- Cleveland Model and Supply Company. To this day, Cleveland models are treasured as the most accurate flying scale models produced. The fact that Mr. Packard started and successfully grew this business during The Great Depression is a testament to his ideals and business skill. I highly suggest the excellent book called 'Aviation's great Recruiter- Cleveland's Ed Packard' by H.L. (Herm) Schreiner. It is an excellent history of the man, his company and the times of the Golden Age of Model Aviation.
Hawk 4 Famous Racing Planes Gee Bee / Ike / R3C-1 (R3C1) / Laird Solution Gift Set, 1/48, 510-98
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good++
$159
Rare. From 1956 and this is the true first issue due to the 98 cent price extension on the part number. This gift set featured all four aircraft in the originally-molded vivid colors as well the R3C-1 with landing gear (shortly after this, the molds were modified to make it a floatplane). The Gee Bee is molded in bright gloss red, the Laird Solution in a gloss antique gold, the Ike in bright white and the R3C-1 in brilliant yellow. Inside, everything is just like it left the factory. The kits have not been started. All four are still sealed in the original stapled bags. Includes special one-piece instruction sheet and correct one-piece decal sheet.
Jo-Han 1964 Chrysler 300 Hardtop Customizing Kit - Stock Custom or Rally, 1/25, C964-149
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good++
$219
Very, very rare first issue. And even rarer in this condition - never built and 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions. Features all parts for the three versions, detailed engine and compartment, opening hood, full interior, molded underside detail and more. Molded in ivory, clear, red-tinted clear, chrome plate and with rubber tires and metal axles. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions. NOTE: there are very small and light tire burns on the left front fender; very easy to fix since they are in a perfectly smooth area and so slight. There are also burns on the optional rally underpans, one seat (near the edges) and the edges of two ivory plastic rims (not bad, do not interfere with assembly). Instructions are 'very good.' The decals have minor bug damage restricted to the backing paper only and the actual transfers have no damage.
Revell HMCS Snowberry Flower Class Corvette - or USS Saucy, 1/72, 05061
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$189
Features 1003 piece, optional parts and decals to build either ship, full hull with plenty of space inside for R/C conversion, excellent superstructure, detailed weapons, 15 crew members, steel chain, signal flags, rigging material and much more. Includes a display stand. The kit has never been started. Two parts bags are still factory tape sealed; the third bag was opened and all of the parts inside have been inventoried complete. Includes instructions and decals.
Special Hobby Lockheed TR-1A, 1/72, SH 72024
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$110
Rare and a very highly detailed kit. Features injection molded parts with fine recessed surface detail, dozens of resin details, very good cockpit and more. Includes decals for three aircraft. Never started and the parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Aurora HMS King George V British Battleship, 1/600, 712-149
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG++
$110
Rare 1959 first issue hardbox; please note the 'Famous Fighters' in the border of the oval 'Sunburst' logo. This is an excellent model for that time and features full hull with propeller and rudder detail, separately molded superstructures & upper decks, motor launches, rotating main turrets with elevating guns, separately molded secondary armament & AA guns, gun directors, cranes, searchlights and more. Includes a display stand and name plate. Never started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts and instructions present.
AMT 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air 2 Door Hardtop 3 in 1 - Stock / Competition / Stylized, 1/25, T757-200
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG++
$115
Very rare first issue with a never used red, white and black metal tube of AMT Body Filler Putty, the original sandpaper and upholstery material. The kit features parts for three versions - stock, custom or race. Includes detailed stock 283 small block engine, 409 CID 'W' head engine, engine stand, full stock interior, custom interior with bucket seats, roll bar, custom wheel and gear shift, telephone with bracket and stuff alligator, optional stock hubcaps, mag wheels or custom bladed cap, standard tires or racing slicks, chassis with separately molded rear differential, shock absorbers, traction masters, front A arms and front lower suspension unit, detailed engine compartment with opening hood and stock or custom '57 Buick grill. Furthermore, the "Minor Stylizing" section of the instructions shows more included features such as whip antenna, spotlights, fender mirrors, three piece car show trophy, custom front and rear treatments, clear tube grill with Corvette type vertical grill, scoop aerials and roof scoops, horizontal tail fins, rear roll pan, nerf bars and bubble fender skirts. The more radical 'Top Chopping' and major 'Stylizing Options A and B' display how to chop the top and use the included clear lowered 'bubble top,' a wild front end extension with Lincoln-style custom headlights, extended hood and 'pancake hood' insert, wild deck body extension with custom bullets, rear grill and tail lights and more. The kit is molded in white, clear, red-tint clear, two trees of chrome parts and rubber tires. The kit has never been started. Inventoried and the stock version is complete but NOTE: the following custom parts are missing: chrome oil pan; custom manifold; custom air clearer; blower and manifold (4 pieces); magneto; blower front engine cover and blower fan belt assembly; race headers. Otherwise includes all other parts, decals, special upholstery material, sandpaper and a colorful metal tube of AMT Plastic Body Filler Putty.
Revell HMS Victory With Revell S Glue - Lord Nelson's Flagship - S Issue, H363-298
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good-
$115
First issue 'S' kit dated 1958 that includes a factory-wrapped 4" long never used tube of colorful Revell 'S' Cement. The metal tube is in amazing 'near mint' condition and is not the usual small size issued with the early kits. As with most all Revell early ship kits, the model is finely molded and very well detailed. It measures about 15 inches long when assembled and features full detail on the top two decks, all cannons, complete deck fittings, prefabricated rat lines, vac sails, full standing and running rigging material, display stand and much more. The model has never been started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, flags, sails, thread and instructions present. The sails are in remarkable 'near mint' condition. Also includes the excellent booklet 'The Story of Ships' and an order form for 'The Dawning Space Age' book. Please NOTE that the box is only 'good-' due to clear packing tape at the two lower corners and a closed corner split at the upper left; there is also general wear and scuffs. The anchor stocks of this kit have molded-on rings; more often than not, the rings are either short shot or broken off; this kit is no exception.
Revell SMS Seeadler - German WWI Commerce Raider - (Sea Eagle), 1/232, H331-300
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$185
Very rare 1966 hardbox issue and ever rarer in this condition. The instructions include a history of the Seeadler, a map of the journey with locations & names of all the ships sunk by the raider and a message from the Captain of the Seeadler. This is a kit of a fantastic subject, the famous WWI sailing commerce raider of Count Felix Von Luckner. It is a very well detailed model for that time and has a full hull, display stand, detailed deck houses and deck fittings, davits and ship's boats, guns, fife rails, realistic deadeye assemblies, separately molded yards, tops and crosstrees, preformed rat lines, standing and running rigging material, rigging instructions, sails in amazing 'near mint' condition and much more. Molded in light gray, brown & black plastic. Never started. It has been inventoried 100% complete with all parts and includes the flag sheet and instructions. Although all parts are present, please NOTE that the propeller has one blade broken off and that blade is not present. The part number tags make the perfect start for a new blade since they are the right color, correct thickness and even have the right camber. The SMS Seeadler was a unique WWI raider in that it was not designed to elude the British blockade and break out to sea...it was designed to pass right through the blockade within full view of the British before attacking allied shipping around the world. No detail was overlooked in the Seeadler's preparation, right down to a Norwegian-speaking crew. The plan went perfectly - and the Seeadler passed inspection at the British Blockade. Her non-threatening appearance helped her in an active and colorful raiding career that nearly went around the world. I highly recommend reading any of several books that you can find about this ship. Von Luckner himself became quite a celebrity for his exciting exploits.
Fine Molds IJN Destroyer Ayanami - With Aftermarket Metal Barrels And PE Detail Set, 1/350, FW1
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$129
Rare and includes the aftermarket factory-sealed Fine Molds #91002 12.7cm Brass Gun Barrels and an open but never used and complete Fine Molds #91004 Brass PE Railing Set designed for this kit. This is a superb model of the 11th of the 'Special Type' Fubuki Class destroyers. Features 248 pieces, full hull and excellent detail throughout. Never started. The small parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags; the larger parts are not sealed and have been inventoried complete. Includes decals and instructions. Ayanami lead a highly active WWII career but was lost off Guadalcanal in 1942 during a transport run that ran afoul of an American destroyer, cruiser and battleship force under Admiral Lee.
Model Shipways America Racing yacht 1851 - With Launching Ways And Display Base - 25 Inch Long Solid Wood Ship Model, 1/64, MS2029
Wood and Metal Model Kit, Box Condition: NM
$165
Very large scale and highly detailed first quality kit of this beautiful, historical and highly successful boat. The model measures 32.5 inches long when assembled. Features a solid basswood, factory-carved hull, precision laser cut hardwood and plywood parts, true-to-scale Britannia metal, brass & copper, hardwood blocks & deadeyes, 5 diameters of rigging material, basswood launching ways, walnut display stand, detailed plans, easy to follow instructions and more. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and boxes and includes plans & instructions.
Revell B-24 Liberator Giant Bomber Buffalo Bill - Pre 'S' Issue, 1/92, H218-98
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG+
$125
Second issue dated 1954 with hardbox Pre-S artwork of 'Buffalo Bill' by Richard Kishady. Molded in the correct high-gloss medium olive drab and clear plastic with the clear Revell 'World' Swivel Stand display base. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Revell U-Boat Type VIID Minelayer Submarine, 1/144, 05009
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good+
$125
Very rare 2006 issue from completely new tooling. This Revell of Germany kit is very highly detailed and finely molded with 85 pieces and measures over 20 inches long when assembled. It accurately represents the minelayer type of U-Boat from WWII. Of the 6 VIIDs (U-213-218) produced, 5 were sunk and still serve as graves for 241 submariners. NOTE: this kit has very minor and 'professional' quality subassembly to two bulkheads glued to one hull side. There is no other assembly. The kit has been inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions present.
Doyusha Ford Mustang Mach 1, 1/12, DBS-8-9800
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc++
$329
Very rare. Large 1/12 scale kit with hundreds of parts. Features working front and rear suspension, semi-pneumatic rubber tires, steerable front wheels, super detailed engine with flexible ignition harnesses & drive belts and even a removable air cleaner element, detailed engine compartment, opening hood with realistic working hinges, complete driveline and exhaust, opening doors and trunk lid, full interior, front seats that hinge forward and much more. Molded in several colors of plastic, clear, chrome plate and with rubber tires and numerous metal parts. Never started. Inside, it is factory-new. All parts are still factory sealed in the clear plastic bags and the plastic blister packs. All of the colorful presentation cardboard is intact and in 'near mint' condition. With decals and illustrated instructions.
Hobby Boss German 80cm K(E) Railway Gun Dora, 1/72, 82911
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$179
NOTE: in the USA only, this kitcould ship UPS at substantially less than USPS. Incredibly detailed kit from all-new molds. Features 1,767 pieces, many PE parts on three brass frets, some metal parts and a large, extensive decal sheet. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Jetco Thermic 50-X Glider - 47 Inch Wingspan Contest RC and Sport Towline Glider, G-3
Wood Model Kit, Box Condition: Good+
$110
Jetco was a producer of high quality gliders (the famous Thermic series), rubber and gas free flight and radio controlled aircraft. Jetco kits used the best materials and are very well engineered and complete. A very large and successful design. Includes full size plan, shaped leading edges and tapered trailing edges, die-cut ribs, covering material and full size plans/instructions. Perfect for RC conversion. The model has not been started. The parts have been inventoried complete with all parts and paperwork present.
Heller TWO Hawker Tempest MkV - 3rd Sq 122 Wing 1945 or Newchurch Wing 1944, 1/72, 274
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$22
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. 1970s Heller issue with 'Black Box' design that has black background on the box top and all 4 sides. Includes markings for both aircraft.