Aurora Beechcraft Super 18, 1/88, 284-60
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$125
Rare 1964 Canadian Flip Top Box issue molded in yellow and clear plastic. Ex-Comet molds in the smaller scale. Ex-Comet molds smaller scale (1/88) issue. Features rotating props, full side and cockpit glass, and blue and red pinstripe decals with N numbers and rudder fin flash markings. Never started and inventoried 100% complete.
MPC Ford 1912 Model T, 1/32, 2-1017
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$32
From quality Airfix molds. Very nicely detailed kit in 1/32 scale. Features full interior and back seat, full suspension and exhaust, optional top up or top down, driving figure, spare tire and more. The kit has never been started. Internal factory sealed bag including instructions.
Tamiya Ford M151A2 TOW MIssile, 1/35, MM125
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed NM
$24
Still factory sealed. Excellent kit that features TOW launcher, M220 tracking system, driver and a variety of decals for US Army, US Marines and more.
Frog Westland Wessex I (S-58) - Royal Australian Navy or Royal Navy - Red Series, 1/72, F247
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Fair+
$19
Very nicely molded model. Includes decals for both versions. The kit has never been started. The parts are still in the internal clear factory sealed bag and includes decals and instructions. Frog is considered the father of injection molded model kits. The Lines Brothers opened Frog in 1932, capitalizing on the fever caused by Lindberg's solo transatlantic flight. Almost overnight the western populations became 'Air-Minded', and anything aviation was in high demand. Frog created a quality line of stick and tissue rubber powered aircraft and gliders as well as innovative ready-to-fly rubber powered aircraft that required no assembly. The box even contained a built-in rubber motor winder and fuselage holder. Model airplane flight competitions were popular in Great Britain, and one category was 'Rise Off the Ground', or ROG. By changing this to 'Flies Right Off the Ground', the FROG name was born. In 1936 Frog created a line of injection molded plastic models, the first such kit line in the world (Hawk sold a line of injection molded aircraft models in 1934 but they were factory assembled and painted). Named 'Penguin' after the bird that does not fly, the kits were innovative beyond the means of production. At a time when models were simply built by wingspan, the Penguin line was a constant 1/72 scale. Furthermore, a large 1/72 Short S.30 Empire class flying boat contained a full interior and lights! A line of accessories such as AA guns, tractors, hanger, ambulance, sound locator, searchlights and lighting kits were quickly added to the line. WWII caused a pause in production. After the war the box color changed from silver to green, and Penguin kits were also marketed in the USA. Production ended in 1950. Frog quickly expanded and released the Red, Orange, Black, Green, Gold Token, Spin and Comet series as well as Trail Blazers and several others. It is noteworthy that while most manufacturers in the 1940s/50 were making toy-like models, Frog attempted to make very realistic models. For example, 'detailing' kits with excessively large rivets was once very popular. Frog ignored this trend and continued to mold aircraft with fine panel lines and no rivets. As a result, Frog kits can be built into very realistic replicas. Production ended in the late 1970s, but Frog molds are still in use around the world.
Fujimi Boeing Vertol KV-107 II-5 Shirasagi - (CH-46) - BAGGED, 1/72, H-3
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Fair+
$22
This kit is from when Fujimi set the world standard for model kit quality. Features all very fine recessed panel lines, full cockpit detail, complete cargo section with seats, optional position boarding doors, optional position rear cargo ramps and more. Includes decals for the two very colorful JASDF rescue helicopters. NOTE: this kit has minor 'professional' quality sub-assembly as follows: bulkhead, 2 seats, instrument panel and 2 control sticks assembled to the floor. There is no other assembly and zero painting. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions present.
Revell IL-38 Bison Russian Bomber 'S' Issue, 1/169, H235-98
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc++
$210
First issue in "Excellent++" condition. "S" hardbox is dated 1956 and has factory-new gloss and color, four solid corners, no price tags or marks from them, no tape or tape marks (at all - this box even escaped the factory sealing machine!), no fading or creases, no torn litho and no stains. The flaws are light edge wear and tiny chips and corner wear. Molded in the correct gloss dark green and clear with clear Revelving Globe stand. The kit has never been started. Inside, all the small parts are still in the factory sealed bag. The larger parts that were never factory sealed have been inventoried complete. The decals and instructions are 'near mint+' condition with typical light yellowing as the only flaw.
Staggerwings Unlimited Beechcraft D17S or G17S Staggerwing - (YC-43 - UC-43 - GB-1 and Traveller I) - (ex ITC), 1/32
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good++
$225
From ex-ITC molds. This is the only large-scale model every made of the one of the most famous and beautiful light planes of all time. Very limited reissue. Includes a large decal sheet with the Staggerwing logo and stripes in black, red, blue and white, along with enough "N" number in large and small sizes for almost any aircraft - also in black, red, blue and white. In addition there are US Stars and Bars for the WWII Military version and a full color, high quality copy of the original 1938 Beechcraft sales brochure. Never started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions. The decal sheet is in amazing 'near mint' condition.
Frog DeHavilland Mosquito Mk4 or Mk6 - RAF or RAAF, 1/72, F187
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc+
$22
'Green Series' issue. As with most Frog models, there are very fine panel lines and no unrealistic surface detail. Features cockpit, crew, under-wing rockets and rotating wheels and props. Contains decals and parts for both air forces and parts for the bomber or fighter version. Never started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions. Since there is no mention of a display stand on the instructions or on the box, I assumed one was not in this issue.
Moebius The Hanging Cage Monster Scenes, 1/13, 637
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed VG++
$44
Still factory sealed. 2008 issue with modular base, working cage that can be raised and lowered, removable padlocks, gallows and forge with removable poker, pincers and sword.
Hasegawa Kawanishi Type-97 Mavis Flying Boat, 1/72, JS-26
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good++
$38
Very large and nicely detailed kit. Unusual box art issue that includes a beautiful full color painting guide. Features 149 pieces, flight deck and crew, moving control surfaces, beaching gear and more. With a large white stand for 'in flight' display. Never started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions. NOTE: two propeller blades are neatly broken off at the hub; the blades are present and can be repaired.
Lindberg American Cup Racer With Sails - (ex Pyro), 1/96, 710
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good-
$49
From original Pyro molds and a very nice kit of the famous schooner that would race between New York and Bermuda. Measures about 20 inches long when built. Nicely detailed for that time featuring a one piece, full hull, complete deck fittings and houses, very crisp vac molded billowing sails (in mint condition), full rigging instructions and more. NOTE: this kit has very minor assembly as follows: 3 eyebolts are glued to the forward hull. There is no other assembly. Quality of assembly is 'good' as there is a small amount of visible glue that can be easily sanded away. Inventoried and NOTE: missing one part, (1) of (4) lifeboat seats. Easily made from flat styrene using the three included seats. Otherwise includes all other parts and instructions.
Special Hobby Phonix D-I KUK Kriegsmarine- (D.I), 1/48, SH48027
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$32
Hard-to-find and a very neatly molded and nicely detailed model of this aircraft in Austrian Navy Service. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
AMT 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe Promo With Original Box, 1/25
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$429
Very rare and in amazing, factory-new condition. This is an all original, one owner promotional model obtained on October 30, 1965 in Lexington KY by a very discriminating collector. It is still wrapped in the original factory tissue. The box is stamped 'Corvette HT Rally Red Black Int" on the side, which matches this model perfectly. The car is simply stunning - a good 9.5 out of 10 with a 10 being perfect. Color and gloss are fantastic, chrome is like new as well as all tires, parts and clear. Light cleaning is the only improvement that could be done to make it as close as they came to flawless from the factory. This model must be shipped insured.
Pegasus Blohm & Voss Bv-155 B-1 (V1), 1/72, 5002
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$24
The B-155 was the peak of Luftwaffe high-altitude fighter design but did not see combat. First flown on February 8th, 1945, the aircraft had been developed from the Messerschmitt Bf-109ST and Me-155. Three prototypes were constructed, and one remains in storage with the NASM. The kit has never been started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Toms Modelworks Liberty Ship SS Jeremiah O'Brien, 1/700
Resin Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$38
Waterline Liberty Ship model beautifully cast in high-definition resin with extensive cast metal and numerous photoetched details. Never started and still in the internal factory sealed bags. With instructions.
Condor German Missile A4 V2 - (V-2), 1/72, 001
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc+
$22
Nice model with detailed launch pad and excellent painting guide. Never started. The parts are either inventoried complete or still in the internal factory sealed bag. Includes instructions.
Aurora Spad XIII, 1/48, 107-79
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$58
Second issue hardbox is dated 1957 and has great Jo Kotula artwork. Please note the 79 cent price extension, oval 'Famous Fighters' logo with the sunburst and NO Parents' Magazine seal at the middle right. Molded in correct high-gloss olive drab and black plastic. Never started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions.
Hobby Craft Northrop F-89A / B Scorpion - With Markings for 2 USAF Aircraft - (F89) - BAGGED, 1/72, HC1370
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: No Box
$29
Bagged kit - there is no box. The box is shown for reference only. Hard-to-find early "A" or "B" variant of the F-89 Scorpion. Nicely molded model featuring all fine recessed panel lines, very good cockpit, detailed landing gear wells, optional position canopy as well as wing tip mounted tanks and decals for two aircraft. Never started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Encore PZL P-11c - Polish Air Force No. 161 Eskadry / 6th Air Regiment / No.113 Eskadry, 1/72, 1005
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$18
Contains colorful markings for all three aircraft. Never started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions. From Heller molds.
Aurora Gotha Bomber G-V, 1/48, 126-198
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: NM
$145
This kit is in investment-grade 'Near Mint' condition inside and out. The box has factory-new color and gloss. The only flaws are very light localized wear, with the top left edge being the heaviest as shown. Dated 1958 with 'Famous Fighters in the sunburst logo and the 1.98 price circle at the upper right. Jo Kotula composed the stunning composition for Aurora; by this point, he was a famous commercial artist and in high demand. The big and impressive model is molded in a stunning gloss deep burgundy and black. Never started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions. This model is part of a very successful 1/48 scale WWI series that Aurora started in 1956. They sold so well that they introduced new kits almost annually well into the 1960s. Some sold well right up until the end of Aurora in the mid 1970s.