Faller Republic F-84F Thunderstreak - Luftwaffe / USAF / Netherlands, 1/100, 1084
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$45
Rare model kit from the early to mid 1960s and nicely molded for that time in silver and clear. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions. Even includes the original Faller packing inspection quality control sheet.
Faller Junkers Ju-88 Motorized, 1/100, 1088
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good+
$65
Rare model kit from the early 1960s and nicely molded for that time. Both props are designed to be motorized with the Faller No. 1001 Miniature Electric Motor (not included, Faller sold them separately.) Features extended or retracted landing gear, separately molded dive brakes, clear canopy and nose and decals for multiple aircraft. Molded in a stunning swirl green and butterscotch brown, gray, red and with clear canopies & display stand. The kit has never been started. The small parts (with motorizing-specific parts) are still in the factory sealed bag. The parts that were never factory sealed have been inventoried complete, including decals and instructions. Even the Faller packing quality inspection slip is still present.
Faller Junkers Ju-52 Motorized - Lufthansa / Luftwaffe / Ambulance, 1/100, 1052
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good+
$69
From the early 1960s. Rare 1/100 scale Ju-52 in Lufthansa, Luftwaffe or Air Ambulance markings. Features great box art of Berlin Tempelhof Airport in the 1930s. The kit is designed to be motorized for all three props with the miniatures Faller no. 1001 motor (not included, Faller sold them separately). Very nicely molded for that time with correct corrugated skin, clear side and cockpit windows and more. The kit has never been started. The small parts (including the motor-specific parts) are still in the factory sealed bag. The parts that were never factory sealed have been inventoried complete with the large decal sheet and instructions present. Even the colorful Faller magazine order sheet is present; it is dated 1957 and 1958.
Lincoln Bristol Sycamore Helicopter, 1/64, 110
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Good++
$52
Still factory sealed but the seal has shrunk and exposed the box ends. Nicely molded, larger scale model from the late 1950s or early 1960s. 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.
Monogram The Wolfman Luminators Glow In The Dark - (ex Aurora), 1/8, 1621
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed NM
$48
Still factory sealed. Great builder kit dated 1991 and made from the original Aurora molds. In 1977 Monogram purchased the Aurora molds and only reissued the best and most commercially viable models. This monster and others were issued in the early 1990s, probably after re-negotiating the license agreement with Universal (as hinted to on the box side). Molded in a stunning glow-in-the-dark plastic and also glows with a black light.
Monogram The Mummy Luminators Glow In The Dark - (ex Aurora), 1/8, 1622
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc
$39
Still factory sealed. Great builder kit dated 1991 and made from the original Aurora molds. In 1977 Monogram purchased the Aurora molds and only reissued the best and most commercially viable models. This monster and others were issued in the early 1990s, probably after re-negotiating the license agreement with Universal (as hinted to on the box side). Molded in a stunning glow-in-the-dark plastic and also glows in a black light.
Sanwa Grumman TBF-1 Avenger, 1/130, 1117
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$42
Dates from the early 1960s and very hard to find. The kit is dated by the 'Tokyo Plamo' logo, which was used between 1960 and 1964. Inside, the model is factory new - all the parts and decals are still in the factory sealed clear bag. With instructions in 'excellent' condition. Sanwa was one of Japan's earliest post-WWII kit producers, making model kits in the 1950s; some sources say 1955. Kits were marketed under Sanwa and Tokyo Plamo, with the general consensus being the the later logo came out around 1960 or later. Production ended in 1964, making all Sanwa kits rare and collectible. The entire line was extensive. It included very small scale tanks (some that were motorized), battleships in three scales with the larger ones motorized with dual prop drive, slot cars, civil sport boats and an electric outboard, a full line of hand gun models that actually shot plastic bullets, two fighter groups and bomber groups (probably Monogram), several different lines of scale aircraft, missile kits, scale (static) car models of early Japanese automobiles, at least 7 flying model aircraft that had electric and rubber motors, a 'Super Control Stand' P-51 that moved with a joystick and had an electric propeller and sound unit, two different lighthouses and a windmill, an air cushion boat, motor cycles, a diving submarine (electric) and a working (rubber band) George Washington Class SSBN and even a garden tractor with an electric motor. Just before going out of business, Sanwa issued some kits in conjunction with the 1964 Tokyo Olympic games - these kits even included a copy of an Olympic medal.
Sanwa B-26D Invader Bomber - (A-26 / A/B-26), 1/110, 514
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc-
$58
Still factory sealed. Dates from the early 1960s and very hard to find. The scale is approximate. The kit is dated by the 'Tokyo Plamo' logo, which was used between 1960 and 1964. Sanwa was one of Japan's earliest post-WWII kit producers, making model kits in the 1950s; some sources say 1955. Kits were marketed under Sanwa and Tokyo Plamo, with the general consensus being the the later logo came out around 1960 or later. Production ended in 1964, making all Sanwa kits rare and collectible. The entire line was extensive. It included very small scale tanks (some that were motorized), battleships in three scales with the larger ones motorized with dual prop drive, slot cars, civil sport boats and an electric outboard, a full line of hand gun models that actually shot plastic bullets, two fighter groups and bomber groups (probably Monogram), several different lines of scale aircraft, missile kits, scale (static) car models of early Japanese automobiles, at least 7 flying model aircraft that had electric and rubber motors, a 'Super Control Stand' P-51 that moved with a joystick and had an electric propeller and sound unit, two different lighthouses and a windmill, an air cushion boat, motor cycles, a diving submarine (electric) and a working (rubber band) George Washington Class SSBN and even a garden tractor with an electric motor. There was even a cut away 727 in big 1/96 scale and an Airport Set with a Cessna 180 and Bell 47D Helicotoper. Just before going out of business, Sanwa issued some kits in conjunction with the 1964 Tokyo Olympic games - these kits even included a copy of an Olympic medal.
Hobby-Time McDonnell F3H-1 Demon Shipboard Interceptor - (F3H1), 1/45, 2003
Vacuform Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$65
Rare large scale Demon. Very close to 1/48; measures 15.5 inches long when assembled. Can be built as a flying model with retracted landing gear or a static model with extended landing gear. Features recessed panel line detail, vacuform main parts, injection molded details, clear canopy, catapult launcher and decals. The kit has never been started. Inventoried 100% complete including decals and instructions.
Rareplane Douglas DC-4 / C-54 / R5D-3 Skymaster with Merlin Conversion and Capital Airlines and USAF MATS Decals, 1/72
Vacuform Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$59
Very large and rare 1/72 DC-4 kit that contains even rarer 1/72 scale decals. There is one large sheet for Pacific Division USAF MATS (Military Air Transport Service)#49068 and a large Capital Airlines sheet. The actual model is very nicely molded with fine panel lines, window, door and rivet detail. Builds either of three versions and includes full paint and markings guide. Also includes all needed parts for the Merlin engine conversion. There is no assembly but NOTE: one fuselage half has been cut out by a professional builder. There is plenty of plastic left around it - it was simply a rough cut. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts and plans.
Fujimi Junkers Stuka Ju-87 D-5 / D-8 - White Milk- I/SG.3 (D-5) or Nachtschlachtgruppen (D-8), 1/72, F-16
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Mint
$24
Features excellent detail throughout and dates from when Fujimi made the finest models in the world. Includes parts for D-5 and D-8 versions, all fine recessed panel lines, detailed cockpit, correct armament and decals for the two aircraft listed. The kit has never been started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Fujimi D4Y3 Judy - Type 33 Suisei Carrier Dive Bomber - 601 Kokutai / 2nd Battle of the Philippine Sea, 1/72, 6
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc
$24
Still factory sealed. Superbly detailed kit dates from when Fujimi made the finest models in the world. Features all fine recessed panel lines, gear well and cockpit detail and optional bomb and drop tank loads. Decals represent an aircraft from the 601st group which was partially equipped with the new Judy and took part in the 2nd Battle of the Philippine Sea.
KMP Models Sawmill Outbuildings (4 Total) - HO Craftsman Model, 1/87
Wood and Metal Model Kit, Box Condition: NM
$22
An excellent model of a bunkhouse, cookhouse, tool shed and outhouse featuring scale hardwood lumber, window panes, Campbell roofing and more. The kit has never been started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes instructions.
Air Lines Airspeed Oxford Trainer - (ex Frog), 1/72, 7906
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$24
Well molded kit features separate ailerons, rudder and elevators. The kit has never been started. Inventoried 100% complete including decals and instructions. Box art is by the famous Jo Kotula who did 1930s covers for the magazine 'Model Airplane News' and later the Aurora box art of the late 1950s. Air Lines kits are all Frog molds that the Lines Brothers imported to the USA between 1964-1966. The kits, decals and instructions were made in England, then imported to the USA where Testors created the boxes with the colorful trading cards on the back. There are two trading cards on each box which show the boxart but not the advertising/logo. Some kits contain a Testors color painting guide also, but it is not specific to any model.
Airfix Fairey Swordfish - Craftmaster Issue, 1/72, 1207-50
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$20
One of two 1960s Craftmaster box variations which share the same dramatic artwork of the Stringbag at the moment of torpedo release. Never started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Frog DH Hornet F.Mk.3 Fighter - No 41 Sq RAF 1950 or No. 19 Sq 1950, 1/72, F239
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$20
Red Series issue includes parts and decals to make either aircraft and an excellent full color painting guide on the bottom of the box for both aircraft. Quality Frog kit with fine panel lines and no rivet detail so it builds up to a realistic model. The kit has never been started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions. Hornets took part in a major incident in US/UK/PRC relations on July 23, 1954, when PLAAF La-7s (or -11s) shot down Cathay Pacific DC-4 VR-HEU near Hong Kong. Hornets from 80 Squadron Kai Tak (not depicted in the Frog kit decals) are scrambled and the first to locate the survivors. Two days later, 7th Fleet AD-1s splash two Lavochkins in the same area.
Minicraft Highway Pioneers (Ex-Gowland/Revell) 1900 Packard / 1903 Ford A / 1904 Olds Delivery, 1/32, 1501
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good++
$29
NOTE: missing 1903 Cadillac and missing all instructions. One of at least five such Highway Pioneer reissues by Minicraft that make ideal builders. The original molds were used for these issues as evidenced by the engraved 'Gowland' on several kit parts. Includes the three cars listed. The kits have never been started. All three cars are still in the internal factory sealed bags. NOTE: missing all the instructions.
Hobby Japan Bromption Folding Bicycle, 1/12
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$49
Rare. This is a large-scale model of the famous Brompton folding bicycle. It is well detailed and molded in red plastic with a few metal parts. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes instructions. Please note that the instructions are correct for this kit but are from a magazine. The instructions include photos of a built model.
MPM SB2U Vindicator - US Marines VMSB-131 Camp Mitchell New Bern North Carolina August 1941 / VMSB-2 Ewa Hawaii from March 14 till December 7th 1941, 1/72, 72087
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good-
$42
Detailed limited run injection molded kit with many cast resin details. Features fine recessed panel lines, highly detailed cockpit and decals for two aircraft. The kit has never been started. Internal factory sealed bag including decals and instructions.
Monogram Racing Mercedes 540K Slot Car With Tiger X-200 Motor - Race As Stock Or Classic, 1/24, SR2407-698
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$375
Very rare model for the advanced Monogram collector or slot car enthusiast. Dated 1964. When the slot car craze took hold, Monogram boldly introduced nine very well engineered 1/24 and 1/32 kits. The models were so well done and expensive that they did not sell well; $7 was a small fortune back when most models were between 29 and 98 cents. The Monogram Mercedes claims to be the "Most Complete Detailed Racing Model - Ready to Assemble and Go!" and it was no idle boast. Features light-weight brass chassis that is strong and rigid, precision steel threaded-end axles, bronze bearings, steel drawn crown gear, nylon pickup, braided pickup brushes, brass screws, nut and other hardware, precision lightweight aluminum machined wheels with threaded hubs, powerful new tiger X-200 12V motor, Tiger Traction rubber racing tires with complete Goodyear details and more. The car parts are molded in red, white, chrome plate and clear plastic. Inside, all of the interior display cardboard and plastic is intact and in superb condition. All of the parts that were originally factory sealed are still factory sealed except the motor. The motor was removed for inspection only - it has never been run and is NOS. The parts that were never factory sealed have been inventoried 100% complete and includes 'near mint' condition decals. All the paperwork is complete (which is rare), including the instructions, the " Tuning Tips / Alignment / International Racing Colors" booklet and a beautiful full color mini-catalog for the entire series of Monogram Slot Cars. The instructions are excellent other than a 1.5 inch closed tear. Please NOTE that the box has correct and neat repairs to three closed split corners. They were repaired from the inside with light cardstock and book binding cement. The entire line of Monogram Slot Cars consisted of a 1/32 MGA Sports Car, 1/32 Deuce Roadster and the following 1/24 scale vehicles: '55 Chevy Hardtop, '40 Ford Pickup, Duesenberg, '34 Ford Coupe, '36 Ford Coupe, '58 T-Bird and Mercedes 540K. If you know your Monogram cars, you can see that Monogram wisely utilized the molds of pre-existing Four Star kits to make these motorized versions from.