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Revell 1956 Lincoln Continental Mark II, 1/32, 1219

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: Exc+

$52   

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This is the 1995 reissue from the original 1956 molds. Kit features detailed engine, opening hood, chassis detail and full interior. Never started. The black parts are still sealed in the factory bag; the chrome parts were never factory sealed but are complete. With instructions.

Cox F8F Bearcat - Beetle Bomb - Electric Powered U-Control Flying Aircraft - NOS, 9501

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: VG++

$125   

Very rare and especially in this condition. The airplane has never been removed from the box and is still held in with the factory ties. All parts are still in the factory sealed bags and in the left 'Additional Parts' panel. The outside box is in 'very good++ condition with only light wear and small creases. This is a rare, early electric U-Control model from 1995. Cox was often innovative in it's flying models and this one was no exception. Features large-scale Bearcat that is fully factory assembled, 'Touch And Go' D handle that includes an on-off power switch for the aircraft, all U-control hardware and gear, quiet electric motor, 9.6V battery pack and battery charger. Again, this has never been removed from the box and all the parts are still factory sealed. Includes instructions and decals in mint condition.

AJM Model HMS Chitral 1942 British Armed Merchant Cruiser, 1/700, 700-015

Resin Model Kit,   Box Condition: Exc

$89   

Rare. Very highly detailed high-definition resin cast waterline model with resin details and a very large number of brass PE parts on multiple frets. Never started and the parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.

Cleveland Laird Solution 1930 Thompson Trophy Winner - 10.63 Inch Wingspan Free-Flight Rubber Powered Flying Aircraft, 1/24, D-46

Wood Model Kit,   Box Condition: Fair+

$55   

Very rare and from the mid 1930s to the early 1940s. This is a Cleveland 'D' or dwarf kit. The term 'Dwarf' is just a bit deceptive, as it is Cleveland's designation for 1/24 scale. Most Cleveland kits were designated 'SF' or Scale Flying - 1/16 scale. The Dwarf kits were needed to fill a market demand for smaller flying models. All Cleveland kits were exceptionally complete and Dwarfs were no exception, containing very high quality balsa printwood, stringers & spars, fully formed wheels, covering tissue, a wood propeller that is about 90% carved and just needs final sanding, gray rigging thread (if required), metal and balsa stock as required and more. With Cleveland's famous high-quality plans. While the box has significant wear, the kit inside is still 'factory tissue sealed.' When the Cleveland workers packed each kit, they wrapped them in tissue that effectively made a seal which has not been disturbed. Whoever buys it will be the first one to see the contents since it was packed in the factory over 90 years ago. 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 supply 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.

SNAP 105mm Gun Emplacement - (ex Adams), 1/40, 152

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: Exc

$54   

Rare early 1960s model from the original 1950s Adams molds. Well molded and detailed for that time featuring a display base, sandbags, elevating gun, moving trails, radio, shell casings, full shells, ammo box and crew of 5 in-action G.I.s. Molded in dark olive drab plastic. Never started and inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions present. These molds must have had a very interesting history. They were cut in 1955 or 1956, either at Adams or by one of Revell's contractors. It appeared to be part of the Adams/Revell 1/40 line but Revell never issued the kit - they did issue their own 105mm howitzer, but it was completely different. The famous HO model train manufacturer Athearn then purchased the Adams molds. Ahtearn used the name SNAP for all plastic kit releases and slightly modified the molds by adding their name (SNAP) & logo to a part (or two) of each kit. This 105mm Gun Emplacement kit is made in the USA but is actually a SNAP export to Canada; the importer was 'International Games of Canada Limited' in 'New Toronto Ontario.' They used a silver overprint to block out the kit number and pric extension and then added '#152 in Canada $1.59'. Then UPC (Universal Power Master) either leased or purchased (probably the former) the Adams molds from SNAP in the 1960s. While most UPC kits say 'Made in Japan' the ex-Adams models do not and say 'Made in USA'. Things get even more interesting with the Life-Like issue. How Life-Like came across the molds is unfortunately unknown but it may have been in a bulk purchase of molds from Athearn since there were in the same general part of the country. This is simply conjecture, however.

Hawk Mig-15 Russian Fighter, 1/48, 626-50

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: Good

$44   

Hard-to-find 1960 hardbox with Bill Campbell artwork. This was a short issue of the 1/48 scale Mig-15 in the small, narrow box. Features very fine recessed and a few raised panel lines, pilot figure, full landing gear and more. Molded in gloss silver and clear plastic. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.

AMT 1964 Chrysler Imperial 2 Door Hardtop - 3 in 1 Customizing Kit - Stock / Custom / Parade, 1/25, 6824-150

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: Good-

$165   

Rare early issue. Nicely detailed and includes all parts needed to build one of three versions - factory stock, Gene Winfield Custom and parade. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions. NOTE: the instructions are quality photocopies; the original instructions are missing. There are very slight tire burns on the backs of the figures arms.

Aurora Convair B-36 Giant Bomber, 1/333, 492-49

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: Exc

$125   

Rare early issue copyright dated 1956; please note the Northern Lights rectangular logo at the lower right. The box art is by the famous Jo Kotula. Inside, this kit is 100% correct with the early West Hempstead rectangular-base display stand, early decal sheet and even the instructions have this early stand illustrated. However, the instructions also have the Famous Fighters oval! That would make this kit late 1956/early 1957 right when Aurora was transitioning to the FF logo and just about to blot out the rectangle 'Northern Lights' logo. Molded in correct silver and clear plastic. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions present. The box might grade slightly higher than 'excellent' but it rated as such because there is a factory tape pull about 3/4 x 1/4 inch on the long lower side.

Special Hobby Messerschmitt Me-264 - Four Engine New York Bomber, 1/72, SH72025

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: Good+

$185   

Very finely molded and detailed kit of this very long range WWII bomber which was built and test flown to compete in the Luftwaffa America Bomber program. With resin details. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.

Revell Mercedes-Benz Bank AMG Mercedes C-Klasse DTM 2011 Bruno Spengler, 1/24, 07087

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: Good

$62   

2012 issue of this famous racer features 123 pieces, detailed engine and engine compartment, opening hood, excellent chassis with detailed exhaust, front and rear suspension, complete rare interior & rollcage and more. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.

ERTL International Paystar 5000 Dump Truck, 1/25, 8010

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: Sealed Exc+

$150   

Still factory sealed and the original issue - very rare in this condition. Very highly detailed with over 300 pieces and features a rolling chassis build just like the real truck, full suspension and driveline, complete engine and engine compartment, detailed cab with full interior, opening hood and much more. Molded in colored plastic (often orange, silver & gold), chrome plate, clear, red-tinted clear and with real rubber tires.

Revell USS Forrest Sherman DD931 Destroyer, 1/320, H463

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: Sealed NM

$119   

Still factory sealed and in remarkable, investment-grade 'Near Mint' condition. This 1972 issue measures over 15 inches long when assembled. It is a very well detailed, large-scale, full hull model that features full deck fittings, elevating and rotating main turrets, torpedo tubes, torpedo and lifeboat davits, detailed depth charge racks, display stand, decals, flag sheet and more.

UM Models TWO D-38 Artillery Tank / TWO Su-1-12 Gun Vehicles / TWO BT-42 Assault Howitzer / ONE BT-5 Tank, 1/72, 303

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: Exc

$28   

SALE!! Includes all 7 kits - there are two in each box except the BT-5, which has just one in the box. All have never been started. They are either still in the factory sealed internal bags or inventoried complete. Includes all paperwork.

Ideal Aeroplane & Supply Revenue Cutter - 12 Inch Long Wooden Model With Moulded Hull

Wood Model Kit,   Box Condition: Good

$58   

Rare ship model from 1930s that contains Ideal's revolutionary 'Premolded Hull.' Since carving the hull was by far the most difficult part of early ship modeling, Ideal created a thick-walled, completely formed, hollow hull made from a wood composite. Never started. Inside, the kit is exactly as it left the factory which means that all the parts are still 'factory tissue sealed.' As was the custom back then, workers would assembly the parts for a kit and wrap them in tissue paper in a unique way that ensured that all the parts would be 'sealed' and held in place. Whoever buys this kit will see the contents for the first time since it was packed at Ideal Aeroplane & Supply in New York well over 90 years ago. Ideal Aeroplane & Supply was one of the earliest aircraft model makers in the USA, marketing their first kit in 1911 and running a well-known storefront that sold materials as well as kits for early aeromodelers. What is less known is that they had a very large line of ship kits also. They ranged from one foot to several feet long and covered unique and popular civil subjects as well as warships and submarines of the period. The company was very innovative in introducing the Moulded Hull which cut assembly time by more than half by eliminating all hull carving, shaping and sanding. The builder could use it right out-of-the-box and immediately add the deck, superstructure, fittings and prime or paint. Ideal was also known for their excellent, full size multi-view plans that includes many assembly notes, rigging diagrams, tips, additional detail drawings and much more. Often there was even a detailed painting guide.

Airfix Focke-Wulf FW-190D - Craftmaster Issue, 1/72, 6-39

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: VG+

$22   

1960 issue with dramatic Craftmaster artwork of a pilot executing a dead-stick, crosswind landing in his heavily battle-damaged D-9 with a seized and flaming engine. Never started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.

Monogram 1968 Pontiac GTO Street Machine, 1/24, 2208

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: Sealed Exc

$52   

Still factory sealed; the seal has splits and small missing section on the left short side. This model is dated 1984. It is well detailed and features a full engine, opening hood, interior and underside details, rubber tires and more.

Arii Cessna Skymaster T337 - (ex Eidai), 1/72, 02084

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: VG

$32   

From high-quality Eidai molds. Crisply molded and features very fine recessed panel lines, complete cockpit and passenger interior and more. With full color decals. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.

AMT Peterbilt 359 California Hauler Tractor Semi Truck - With Goodyear Truck Tire Flyer and 9 Inch Goodyear Logo, 1/25, T500

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: VG

$125   

Rare original issue from the 1970s. Super detailed truck features over 250 parts, over 70 in chrome, a rolling chassis build up just like the real truck, giant 567 CID Detroit Diesel engine, opening forward-tilt hood, hollow vinyl truck tires, dual exhaust, running lights, horns, Goodyear tires, fully detailed cab and more. The kit has never been started. Inside it is exactly like it was when it left the factory. Most parts are still in the factory sealed bags. The clear, tires, chrome and sleeper were never factory sealed and have been inventoried 100% complete including decals and instructions. The decals and instructions are in exceptional 'near mint' condition. Includes a near mint Goodyear Truck Tire fold-out flyer and 9 inch long cut-out logo (may be adhesive on the back).

Revell THREE Polikarpov I-16, 1/72, H635-60

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: Good+

$38   

SALE!! Includes three kits in one box. Kits #1 and #2 are never started and all aircraft are inventoried complete and includes decals and instructions. Kit #3 has 'professional' quality subassembly to the fuselage, wings and other smaller sub assembled, along with minor and 'professional' quality interior painting. The aircraft has been inventoried and missing pilot; otherwise complete. Please note, all kits are missing the display stands. 1964 two piece box issue with great frameable Brian Knight artwork. Features optional position (extended or retracted) landing gear, pilot figure, clear canopy, detailed engine with removable cowling, rotating wheels and propeller and USSR markings.

Ace TO-55 Flame Thrower Tank / Type 59 MBT / T-55 Enigma Iraqi Uparmored MBT / BTR-50PK / AT-6 Spiral9P149 ATGM Vehicle, 1/72, 72142

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: VG+ to Exc

$38   

SALE!! Includes all 5 kits which have never been started. They are either inventoried complete or the parts are still in the factory sealed bags. Includes decals (if furnished by Ace) and instructions.