Revell Model Kits
Revell Chance Vought Cutlass F7U-3 Famous Artist Series - with Sparrow Missiles - (F7U3), 1/59, H171-98
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc+++
$98
Rare 1960 Famous Artist Series hardbox with the artwork "Wings Over The Fleet" especially painted for Revell by artist Chuck Coppock. The box is in 'Excellent+++' condition with factory-new gloss and color, four solid, original corners, no tags or tag marks, no tears, no missing lithograph and no tape or tape marks. Flaws include very light and isolated wear and very slight short end panel fading. This kit was the issue directly after the "S" issues and is from the 'S' molds with the AIM-7 Sparrow missiles and missile pylons added. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions. This kit includes the Master Modelers Application form and the Master Modelers Collectors Stamp for this kit as well as the larger, full color trading cards for the Martin PBM Mariner and USS Midway.
Revell American Firefighters Chemical and Ladder, 1/48, F201-98
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$74
First Revell issue dated 1953 with a wonderful hardbox illustration. Features well molded wagon with equipment, real metal chain, horses with material for harnesses, dog and fireman. The kit has not been started. Inventoried complete with all parts and instructions present. Marlin first cut the molds in 1952 and issued the six original American Firefighters (Chemical and Ladder, Steamer, Hook and Ladder, Water Tower, Aerial Ladder and Hose Reel) in 1952. Revell signed a marketing agreement with Marlin in 1953. Five of the kit were released with the Revell name and marketing name 'Collectors Kits, Closter N.J.' Revell added the horse parts as they were not originally part of the Marlin issues. The kits made excellent display pieces, but they never caught the imagination of young men like jet aircraft did. The five molds were shipped to Brazil. After run for Kikoler (Revell Brazil's Distributor), they were shipped back to the USA but the molds were lost at sea. This issue is from when Revell still had the marketing agreement, as it says 'Trade Mark Copyright 1953 Marlin Toy Co. Inc' on the box top and 'Collector's Kits, Inc, Closter, N.J.' on the side.
Revell Lockheed X-17 Re-Entry Research Missile - 'S' Issue, 1/40, H1810-79
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Fair-
$105
NOTE: ideal builder kit but not collectible. Please read carefully for the condition. Rare 1957 first and only issue of this important test vehicle for studying re-entry of ICBM warheads. Features three separating stages, launch pad, crew and tracking instruments. Never started. Inventoried complete with all parts, decals and instructions present. NOTE: instructions are photocopies. Decals have bug damage to the backing paper and very slight damage to the transfers. NOTE: the box is rough. All four side panels have significant wear and litho damage, edge and bottom edge wear and the right long side has a closed tear about 2" long.
Revell 1929 4 1/2 Liter Bentley Highway Pioneers - US Antique Series, 1/32, H63-69
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc+
$42
Original issue dated 1954 in 'excellent+' condition inside and out. The US Antique series was the first one to have real box art for the exact kit inside. This kit is from old hobby shop stock and has never been sold retail until now; but the box does has light wear as shown. Inside the box, it has not been started. All the parts are still factory sealed in the original 'krinkle' bag. Includes instructions. This is from the issues produced with Gowland & Gowland as it carries their 'balloon' logo on the box top a the lower right. Not long after this, the Gowland logo would disappear completely, leaving only the Revell logo. It is also worth noting that this is one of the first non-generic Highway Pioneers boxes. Earlier boxes were all the same, with the kit number and car stamped on the side, usually with a red or black rubber stamp. This box is completely dedicated to the Bentley kit, and even has advertisements for very early Pre-S issue Revell 1954 ship and aircraft kits on the long sides. Before the 1950s 'model building' never made the top 10 list of boy's activities. Hobbies were nothing new to America in the 1930s/40s, but they were not mainstream. Shortly after the turn of the century, many dedicated modelers built flying or static airplanes, ship, train, automotive or other subjects. Basic kits existed, but the majority of these models were built from scratch, which demanded a high talent level developed from years of experience. That changed in the early 1950s. The phenomenon of the Revell/Gowland & Gowland 'Highway Pioneers' car kits was a significant force in proving that model building as a hobby could have mass appeal, provided that the kits were easy enough to build and finish. These 1/32 scale vehicles could be built in an hour after dinner and looked much like the real car. The Highway Pioneers series lead to the production of other subjects in plastic and the effect was revolutionary. By the early 1960s, model building was the #1 past time of American boys.
Revell 1915 Fiat Tourer Highway Pioneers, 1/32, H55-89
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good-
$38
1953 early issue molded in red acetate plastic. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes instructions. This is from the issues produced with Gowland & Gowland as it carrier their 'balloon' logo on the side. Before the 1950s 'model building' never made the top 10 list of boy's activities. Hobbies were nothing new to America in the 1930s/40s, but they were not mainstream. Shortly after the turn of the century, many dedicated modelers built flying or static airplanes, ship, train, automotive or other subjects. Basic kits existed, but the majority of these models were built from scratch, which demanded a high talent level developed from years of experience. That changed in the early 1950s. The phenomenon of the Revell/Gowland & Gowland 'Highway Pioneers' car kits was a significant force in proving that model building as a hobby could have mass appeal, provided that the kits were easy enough to build and finish. These 1/32 scale vehicles could be built in an hour after dinner and looked much like the real car. The Highway Pioneers series lead to the production of other subjects in plastic and the effect was revolutionary. By the early 1960s, model building was the #1 past time of American boys.
Revell 1903 Cadillac Highway Pioneers, 1/32, H35-79
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG++
$39
1960 issue hardbox with full artwork; Highway Pioneers prior to this year simply had generic artwork and an ink stamped name on the box ends was the only way to identify the contents. This kit has never been started. All parts are still sealed in the factory bag. Includes instructions. The box would rate much higher than 'very good++' but there is age foxing on some of the box side panels. These kits have a fascinating history. Hobbies were nothing new to America in the 1930s/40s, but they were not mainstream and never made the top 10 list of boys activities. Spurred on by the nation-wide aviation craze in the 1920s, many became modelers and built flying or static wooden models of airplanes, ships, trains, automotive and other subjects. Basic kits existed, but many of these models were built from scratch, which demanded a high talent level developed from years of experience. That changed in the early 1950s when the Gowland & Gowland/Revell Highway Pioneers became the sales sensation of the year. Demand was so great that the factories could not keep up and almost overnight 'model building' was mainstream. The phenomenon of the 'Highway Pioneers' kits was a significant force in proving that model building as a hobby could have mass appeal, provided that the kits were easy enough to build and finish. These 1/32 scale vehicles fit the bill: they could be built in an hour after dinner and looked much like the real cars. The success of the Highway Pioneers lead to the production of other subjects in plastic and the effect was revolutionary. By the late 1950s, model building was the #1 past time of American boys...and many adult males too!
Revell 1913 Mercedes-Benz - Highway Pioneers, 1/32, H54-98
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc++
$39
1960 issue molded in green plastic. The kit has never been started. Internal factory sealed bag including instructions. Before the 1950s 'model building' never made the top 10 list of boy's activities. Hobbies were nothing new to America in the 1930s/40s, but they were not mainstream. Shortly after the turn of the century, many dedicated modelers built flying or static airplanes, ship, train, automotive or other subjects. Basic kits existed, but the majority of these models were built from scratch, which demanded a high talent level developed from years of experience. That changed in the early 1950s. The phenomenon of the Revell/Gowland & Gowland 'Highway Pioneers' car kits was a significant force in proving that model building as a hobby could have mass appeal, provided that the kits were easy enough to build and finish. These 1/32 scale vehicles could be built in an hour after dinner and looked much like the real car. The Highway Pioneers series lead to the production of other subjects in plastic and the effect was revolutionary. By the early 1960s, model building was the #1 past time of American boys.
Revell Sears Buggy Highway Pioneers, 1/32, H45-89
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc++
$38
1953 early issue molded in green plastic. This is from the issues produced by Gowland & Gowland as it carrier their 'balloon' logo on the side. This kit has never been started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts and instructions. Before the 1950s 'model building' never made the top 10 list of boy's activities. Hobbies were nothing new to America in the 1930s/40s, but they were not mainstream. Shortly after the turn of the century, many dedicated modelers built flying or static airplanes, ship, train, automotive or other subjects. Basic kits existed, but the majority of these models were built from scratch, which demanded a high talent level developed from years of experience. That changed in the early 1950s. The phenomenon of the Revell/Gowland & Gowland 'Highway Pioneers' car kits was a significant force in proving that model building as a hobby could have mass appeal, provided that the kits were easy enough to build and finish. These 1/32 scale vehicles could be built in an hour after dinner and looked much like the real car. The Highway Pioneers series lead to the production of other subjects in plastic and the effect was revolutionary. By the early 1960s, model building was the #1 past time of American boys.
Revell 1907 Renault Limousine Highway Pioneers - Series Four, 1/32, H53-89
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$39
1953 early issue molded in salmon plastic. This is from the issues produced with Gowland & Gowland as it carrier their 'balloon' logo on the side. The model has not been started. The parts are still sealed in the original 'krinkle' bag and the kit is complete with instructions. Before the 1950s 'model building' never made the top 10 list of boy's activities. Hobbies were nothing new to America in the 1930s/40s, but they were not mainstream. Shortly after the turn of the century, many dedicated modelers built flying or static airplanes, ship, train, automotive or other subjects. Basic kits existed, but the majority of these models were built from scratch, which demanded a high talent level developed from years of experience. That changed in the early 1950s. The phenomenon of the Revell/Gowland & Gowland 'Highway Pioneers' car kits was a significant force in proving that model building as a hobby could have mass appeal, provided that the kits were easy enough to build and finish. These 1/32 scale vehicles could be built in an hour after dinner and looked much like the real car. The Highway Pioneers series lead to the production of other subjects in plastic and the effect was revolutionary. By the early 1960s, model building was the #1 past time of American boys.
Revell Custom Car Bumpers And Grilles, 1/25, C1154
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$24
Rare. This is the narrow box version of the early 1960s 'Custom Car Parts' Bumpers and Grills. All parts are chrome plated and the instructions are on the reverse of the card. Never started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts. The other issue was the same part number and title but packed in a card with a clear plastic blister-pack. Although these are not dated, I believe the blister-pack/card version to be the later issue.
Revell Experimental Bumpers and Grilles, 1/25, C1152
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG++
$26
Rare. Narrow-box issue of the 'Custom Car Parts' from the early to mid 1960. Oddly, this is the same kit number and parts tree as "Dream Car Bumpers and Grilles" but with a different name. All parts are chrome plated and the instructions are on the reverse of the card. Never used and inventoried 100% complete.
Revell Dream Car Bumpers and Grilles, 1/25, C1152
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$28
Rare. Narrow-box issue of the 'Custom Car Parts' from the early to mid 1960. All parts are chrome plated and the instructions are on the reverse of the card. Never used and inventoried 100% complete. There is also an unboxed issue with the same part number and kit name, mounted on a cardboard blister-pack.
Revell Dream Car Bumpers and Grilles, 1/25, C1152
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good+
$23
Rare. Narrow-box issue of the 'Custom Car Parts' from the early to mid 1960. All parts are chrome plated and the instructions are on the reverse of the card. Never used. Inventoried and NOTE: missing two large round tail lights. Otherwise complete with all other parts and instructions. Revell also released an unboxed version of this model with the same part number and kit name but mounted on a cardboard blister-pack.
Revell Custom Car Bumpers And Grilles, 1/25, C1154
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$26
Rare. This is the narrow box version of the early 1960s 'Custom Car Parts' Bumpers and Grills. All parts are chrome plated and the instructions are on the reverse of the card. Never started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts. The other issue was the same part number and title but packed in a card with a clear plastic blister-pack. Although these are not dated, I believe the blister-pack/card version to be the later issue.
Revell Lockheed ASW P-3A Orion - 'Road Runner' US Naval Oceanographic Office Issue, 1/115, 4428
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc+
$44
Still factory sealed. 1984 rare issue that comes with USNOO decals for Project Magnet as well as ASW Patrol Squadron VP-64. This kit was created by heavy modification of the Electra mold (please see the article about this on this website).
Revell V-2 World's First Ballistic Missile - With Interior Details / Launcher / Trailer, 1/69, H560
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good++
$59
1972 issue and a re-release of the popular and detailed 1960 model that features launcher and working transport trailer/erector, opening missile with removable panel & full interior featuring fuel tanks, rocket engine, guidance pack, side structure detail and more. Includes a ground crew of three. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes instructions.
Revell F/A-18E Super Hornet - With DXM Aftermarket Decals - Revell Decals For US Navy VFA-41 USS Nimitz, 1/48, 85-5850
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed NM
$32
Includes DXM Decals #91-4240 1/48 Scale F/A-18F Super Hornet USN VFA-103 Jolly Rogers decals. Still factory sealed and includes two large decal sheets for at least 7 different aircraft. The actual Revell model is from newer molds with over 110 parts. Features all fine, recessed panel detail, excellent cockpit, optional position canopy, well designed intake and exhaust, detailed gear and gear wells, weighted tires, centerline external tanks and a variety of weapons.
Revell Bristol Beaufighter Mk IF - Flt./Lt. John Cats Eyes Cunningham's Aircraft, 1/32, H251
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good++
$65
1974 issue. Well detailed large scale kit of the British night fighter with airborne interception radar. The Beaufighter was flown by aces such like Flt./Lt. "Cat's Eyes" Cunningham, whose markings are included. His final score stood at 20 victories and his aircraft is depicted in this model. Kit features detailed Bristol Hercules engines, removable cowling, two flight crew, optional position landing gear, full crew cockpits and radar antenna. Never started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions. My friend and model builder Stephen Payne high recommends that the purchaser of any Beaufighter Night Fighter model invests in a copy of the book "Night Fighter" by C.F. Rawnsley. Rawnsley was John Cunningham's Airborne Intercept radar operator throughout WWII in both Beaufighters and Mosquitoes. The book is the story of their time and combat together and makes excellent reading.
Revell P-51D Mustang And P-47D Thunderbolt - Squadron 144 Series, 1/144, 1033
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$20
SALE!! Includes both small-scale models. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Revell F-84F Thunderstreak - Pre 'S' Issue, 1/54, H215-79
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG+
$69
Pre 'S' first issue dated 1955, which is considered the 'Golden Age' of box artwork. From this example it is easy to see why the 'S' and Pre-'S' kits are so collectible. Inside, this well-molded model features fine surface detail, rotating wheels, cockpit & pilot and more. Includes the famous 'Revelving' clear globe stand. Molded in gloss silver and clear. Never started. The small parts are still in the factory sealed clear bag; the parts that were never sealed have been inventoried complete and includes decals and instructions.