Monogram Curtiss P-40B Tiger Shark Test Shot - Bagged, 1/72, PA96
Plastic Model Kit
$36
This kit came from the collection of one of Monogram's finest and talented Chief Designers, the man who created the original B-52 kit, B-17, B-24J, P-36A, P-39 Airacobra, P-61 Black Widow, DH Mosquito, at least one if not all of the 1/8 scale Ford cars, A-1E Skyraider and numerous other famous kits. In his collection were boxes (usually Four-Star armor that had been damaged on the box-assembly machine) labeled 'TEST SHOTS' and some with his name on it. After designing the model, he was still responsible for the entire program, at least up to the point of mass production. Test Shots were made near the end of the design process for the Chief Designer of that kit to inspect; if something was wrong, he ordered changed. If not, he would clear the kit for production. Test Shots were usually made in whatever plastic was loaded into the silo at the time and in some cases reground plastic (from defects) was even used. This is one of those kits. Ever notice that all Monogram P-40s were molded in olive-drab plastic? Well, not in this case! This test shot is molded with most of the parts in a chocolate brown plastic, some in silver and the few remaining ones in green and clear plastic. This is a pre-first issue. It has never been started. The model is inventoried with all parts and instruction present. The Four Star issue instructions are mint and may have come with the test shot for his approval or they may have been added later. I have included them because they were in the same 'TEST SHOT' box as the kit. As a note, the test shots of the Monogram Four Star Helldiver were molded in silver and clear - clear dive brakes and many other clear parts! Some test shots of the Hawker Hurricane were molded in gloss gray with a little bit of white added so the designer could see exactly how the plastic moved into and filled the cavities.
Jo-Han 1956 Plymouth Belvedere Promo - Short Kit - (Promotional Model), 1/25
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$22
Includes the body, green-tinted windshield, two red-tinted clear tail light lenses and chrome plated front & rear bumpers and four wheels/hub caps. The chrome plating is in 'near mint' condition with only very slight and small flaws. This is called a 'short kit' because it does not include an interior, steering wheel, rubber tires or axles. These are from the original Jo-Han molds but are likely reproductions made in the 1990s. They came with a collection of promo bodies, windshields and chrome parts. Please note that these are made with a newer plastic that has very good gloss but does not warp. These are perfect replacements if you wish to restore your warped Plymouth Promo. This body is molded in light gray plastic.
Jo-Han 1959 AMC Rambler Station Wagon Slate Blue/Weird Purple Body Underpan And Windshield ONLY Promo - (Promotional Model), 1/25
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$22
Ideal for those looking to restore a 59 Rambler Wagon Promo or kit. Includes the following three warp-free parts ONLY: high-gloss body in a strange blue or a weird purple/gray color, chassis/underpan and green-tinted clear windshield insert (which includes front and rear windshields and all side windows). Nothing else is included. These are from the original Jo-Han molds but are likely reproductions made in the 1990s. They came with a collection of promo bodies, windshields and chrome parts. Please note that these are made with a newer plastic that has very good gloss but does not warp.
Heller Mirage IIIE / Mirage IIIR / Mirage 5BA - France / Belgium / Spain, 1/72, 80323
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$22
Nicely molded and detailed kit with optional parts and decals for the three air forces listed. Features very fine raised panel lines, 'good' cockpit detail, drop tanks and more. Includes painting guide and decals for all three aircraft types. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Heller TWO DH-89 Dragon Rapide With Aerofile Decals For Air France Or Olley Air Service, 1/72, 80345
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$54
SALE!! Includes two kits in one box. Both kits are Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions. Includes mint condition Aerofile DH-89A Dragon Rapide Decals for Air France and Olley Air Service. With markings and paint guide. The Heller decals are for for Air Couriers Ltd 'G-AKNY' and 6 Air Observer Squadron, Grande Bretagne 1940.
Heller SA-342 M Gazelle - France or Great Britain, 1/72, 80284
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good++
$20
Features a very good cockpit and cabin, two pilot figures, detailed rotor hub, working main and tail rotors, optional position cabin doors, rocket pods and front radar array. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
SMER Spad VII And Avro 504K, 1/48, SE0123
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc to Sealed Exc
$22
SALE! Includes both model kits. The Spad VII is listed as 1/40 scale and is still factory sealed. This may be from ex-Heller molds. The Avro 504K is also factory sealed and listed as 1/48 scale.
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 105MM Howitzer - With Crew, 1/40, H539-89
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$79
1963 hardbox issue using the same artwork and molds from the original 'S' kit. Features a gun barrel that swivels, elevates and has recoil action, rotating wheels with rubber tires, trails that fold inward for towing, 4 G.I. figures, shell casings, projectiles, shell crate and more. Includes a detailed 'battle-ground' base. Never started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions. Please note that the box displays as 'Near Mint' but is only graded 'Excellent' because there is a narrow 1/" by 1 3/8" tape tear on the long upper side.
Revell Northrop SM-62 Snark - Intercontinental Guided Missile - 'S' Issue, 1/80, H1801-89
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Fair
$65
Rare 1957 original 'S' issue with fantastic artwork. Very nicely detailed model includes drop tanks, strap on boosters, base, launcher and crew of two. Molded in the correct gloss red. Never started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions present. Please NOTE that the box displays 'Good' or slightly better but is graded 'Fair' because it has two closed holes near the back of the boosters and a long closed split on the box top running from the lower far left side to the end of the blue logo background on the lower right. There decals are in amazing 'excellent+' condition. The instructions are fine other than the small, closed holes in the instructions from whatever punched the holes in the box.
Hasegawa Kawasaki C-1 Charlie One - JASDF Tactical Cargo Aircraft, 1/200, MX2
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$18
Very finely molded with all recessed surface detail, optional position landing gear and more. Includes decals for 26 different aircraft. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Hasegawa C-130H Hercules - JASDF 40th Anniversary 401 Sq Komaki Air Base, 1/200, MX102
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$22
From 1995 and features 61 pieces, very fine recessed panel lines, optional position rear main cargo door and rear cabin doors, detailed main gear wells, drop tanks and more. With extensive decals for the special box photo aircraft. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Hasegawa DC-3 All Nippon Airways - ANA JA5039 Or JA5072, 1/200, MX1
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$22
From 1994. This is an excellent small-scale model that is finely molded and well detailed. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Hasegawa C-47 Skytrain - USAAF Buzz Buggy D-Day 81st Sq 436 TCG 1944 / 94th Sq 439 TCG 1944, 1/200, MX4
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$20
This model is from 1994 and is well detailed with fine recessed surface detail, complete landing gear and more. Includes an extensive decal sheet for the two aircraft listed with complete D-Day invasion black and white stripes, nose art, side windows, door outlines and much more. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Aurora 1922 Murphy Special Indianapolis 500 Winner - (ex Best), 1/30, 522-69
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good+
$125
Very rare kit dated 1958. The superb box art was painted by Monaghan, who did all of the Aurora Indy 500 winners. This kit is from Best molds. Aurora purchased these molds just for the Indianapolis 500 Winners and made only one issue. Molded in gloss white plastic with real rubber tires, spoked wheels and includes a crew of two and some interior detail. The kit has never been started. Inventoried 100% complete including decals and instructions as well as the original factory tissue packing paper. The box is only graded 'good+' because of the light stain at the left and general wear as shown. The 'Murphy Special', winner of the Indy 500 in 1922, was a Duesenburg chassis and a Harry Miller engine of 183 CID. It was driven by the great racer Jimmy Murphy.
Aurora General Patton Tank - (M46), 1/48, 301-129
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$75
This hard-to-find armor kit is dated 1963 and has John Steel hardbox artwork. Aurora made excellent armor kits for that time and this is no exception. In the early 1960s modeling reviewers declared them as the finest armor kits in any scale. Molded in gloss olive drab with flexible black treads. The kit has never been started. Inventoried 100% complete including decals and instructions.
Aurora General Patton Tank - (M46), 1/48, 301-129
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$40
This hard-to-find armor kit is dated 1963 and has John Steel hardbox artwork. Aurora made excellent armor kits for that time and this is no exception. In the early 1960s modeling reviewers declared them as the finest armor kits in any scale. Molded in gloss olive drab with flexible black treads. NOTE: this kit has been started and has 'professional' quality sub-assembly as noted here: partial scratch-built interior installed; turret halves built; side panels to lower hull. Lower turret plate trimmed to clear interior detail. There is no other assembly. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decal and instructions present.
Revell 1990 Ford Thunderbird SC Coupe - Limited Edition 35th Anniversary T-Bird - Stock or Aero Versions, 1/25, 7184
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc
$22
1190 release includes parts to build either version listed. Features detailed engine and compartment, opening hood, detailed chassis, full interior and much more. NOTE: this kit has 'near mint' quality subassembly as follows: engine built and painted (paint quality only 'excellent'); alternator and spark box to pulley/fan; rear subframe to chassis; seat halves. Rear taillight bar detailed painted, 'near mint' quality. There is no other assembly. Inventoried 100% complete and includes decals and instructions.
Revell North American P-51B Mustang, 1/32, 4773
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Fair
$28
Dated 1993. Features detailed Rolls Royce Merlin engine, removable cowl, full cockpit detail, pilot figure and rotating wheels and prop. The kit has never been started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions. NOTE: decals are not good. If you plan on building this kit you will need to furnish your own decals.
Special Hobby Heinkel He-115B - 1/KFIGr.406 Trondheim Norway 1942 / 3/KFIGr 106 Borkum Or Schellinggwoude Mid 1940 - (He115), 1/48, SH48110
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$95
Rare and the only 1/48 model of the He-115. Very well detailed. Features fine recessed surface detail, cast resin parts, many PE details, injection m molded clear parts, excellent cockpit and crew stations, detailed engines and more. Includes a large decal sheet for the two Luftwaffe aircraft listed and full painting guides. Never started and the parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.