Life-Like Model Kits
Life-Like Corythosaurus Dinosaur - Ex Pyro Prehistoric Monsters, 09280
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good-
$59
From the early to mid 1970s and from the original molds dated about 1968. This one originally one of the eight popular Pyro Dinosaur kits. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes instructions.
Life-Like Electrified Light Pole Kit With Bulbs/Street Lights - HO Scale - Bagged, 1/87, LL72
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed
$12
Still factory sealed. Older issue with great artwork on the header. Operating electrified power lines with small electric bulbs. Bulbs are rated for 16v AC or DC and should be wired in parallel.
Life-Like HMS Victory - The Ship of Admiral Lord Nelson, 09369
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good+
$27
From ex-Pyro molds. Utilizes the same great artwork from the first issue. Nicely molded small scale ship model that measures about 6 inches long when assembled. Full hull kit includes very nicely engraved deck and hull detail, well-molded cannons, billowing sails and display stand. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and instructions.
Life-Like HMS Bounty Famous Mutiny Ship, 09250
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG+
$28
The famous mutiny ship of Captain Bligh and Fletcher Christian fame. About 8" inches long when assembled. Nicely detailed medium-size kit from Pyro's line of sailing ships. The medium models were originally called the '$1.00' ship line, which were a significant step up in size and detail from the '50 cent' series. Features wood planking and grain detail, full deck with many separately molded fittings and cannon, one piece masts, separately molded ratlines and billowing sails as well as a display stand. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes instructions.
Life-Like HMS Bounty Famous Mutiny Ship, B250-125
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$22
The famous mutiny ship of Captain Bligh and Fletcher Christian fame. About 8" inches long when assembled. Very nicely detailed medium-size kit from Pyro's line of sailing ships. The medium models were originally called the '$1.00' ship line, which were a significant step up in size and detail from the '50 cent' series. Very nicely molded with wood planking and grain detail, full deck with many separately molded fittings and cannon, one piece masts, separately molded ratlines and billowing sails as well as a display stand. NOTE: kit has minor assembly. Hull halves have been assembled; quality is professional; no gaps and no visible glue. There is no other assembly. 5mm of the port half of the figurehead is broke off the hull and missing; the starboard side is intact, so it is difficult to see this defect. The deck and sails have been neatly painted. You can use them as-is or paint directly over them. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes instructions.
Life-Like Civil War Field Piece - With Rope and Metal Chain - (ex-Palmer), 1/24, 09694
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed NM
$38
Still factory sealed. Nicely detailed model originally from the early 1960s. Includes accessory pail, ramrod and turning bar.
Life-Like 1934 Ford Three Window Coupe - (ex-Pyro), 1/32, C308-70
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG++
$26
1970s early Life-Like issue from 1960s Pyro molds - note it still has the Pyro kit number. Features well detailed underside chassis with separately molded front axle and suspension, full interior, wire wheels and more. Molded in deep blue and clear. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes instructions. In the early to mid 1960s the Pyro company chose many kit subjects based more on historical significance than popularity. Luckily for us, Pyro not only made these kits but did an excellent job for the time. The Pyro car models are based on the actual cars that Pyro engineers and designers had access to. In some cases, the specific car and owner is on the box. Pyro advertised these as ideal for slot car conversion.
Life-Like Revolutionary War Cannon - (Ex-Palmer), 1/24, 09691
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed VG+++
$42
Still factory sealed but the seal has split. From Palmer molds. Older large scale kit with 'good' detail.
Life-Like Rolls-Royce Towne Car - (ex-Pyro), 1/32, 09349
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed NM
$32
Still factory sealed. From Ex-Pyro molds. In the early to mid 1960s the Pyro company chose many of their kit subjects based more on historical significance than popularity. Luckily for us, Pyro not only made these kits but did an excellent job for the time. The Pyro car models are based on the actual cars that Pyro engineers and designers had access to. In some cases, the specific car and owner is on the box. Features detailed chassis, full interior and engine, removable hood and more. Molded in colored plastic, clear, chrome plate and with rubber tires.
Life-Like 1936 Duesenberg SSJ LaGrande-Bodied Roadster - (ex-Pyro), 1/32, 09450
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc+
$22
Still factory sealed. 1970s Life-Like issue from the original 1966 Pyro molds. Features detailed chassis, complete motor, removable hood, full interior and more. Molded in colored plastic (usually cream colored), chrome plate, clear and with rubber tires. In the early to mid 1960s the Pyro company chose many of their kit subjects based more on historical significance than popularity. Luckily for us, Pyro not only made these kits but did an excellent job for the time. The Pyro car models are based on the actual cars that Pyro engineers and designers had access to, in this case Gary Cooper and Clark Gable's automobiles. This was the Duesenberg Company's last great automobile before going out of business in 1937. The Model J was a superb automobile and the fastest and finest car of it's day. Never to be outdone, the two brothers made two supercharged 'Super-Duesenbergs' were constructed from J models and are referred to as SSJs. The out put was a whopping 400 bhp. (The term SSJ was never used by the factory.)
Life-Like 120mm Anti-Aircraft Gun and Carrier 'Tillie the Toiler', 1/40, 09657
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$82
From ex-Adams molds. Highly detailed. Includes crew. Many moving parts as this was an 'Adam's Action Model'. The kit has never been started. Inventoried 100% complete including decals and instructions.
Life-Like 1936 Duesenberg SSJ LaGrande-Bodied Roadster - (ex-Pyro), 1/32, 09450
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$19
1970s Life-Like issue from the original 1966 Pyro molds. Features detailed chassis, complete motor, removable hood, full interior and more. Molded in cream colored plastic, chrome plate, clear and with rubber tires. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes instructions. In the early to mid 1960s the Pyro company chose many of their kit subjects based more on historical significance than popularity. Luckily for us, Pyro not only made these kits but did an excellent job for the time. The Pyro car models are based on the actual cars that Pyro engineers and designers had access to, in this case Gary Cooper and Clark Gable's automobiles. This was the Duesenberg Company's last great automobile before going out of business in 1937. The Model J was a superb automobile and the fastest and finest car of it's day. Never to be outdone, the two brothers made two supercharged 'Super-Duesenbergs' were constructed from J models and are referred to as SSJs. The out put was a whopping 400 bhp. (The term SSJ was never used by the factory.)
Life-Like Dutch Flintlock Pistol, 1/1, 00230-230
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG++
$45
From original Pyro molds. This kit is a life-size replica of the Dutch Flintlock Pistol and a nice display stand. Including metal spring. Very nicely molded. The kit has never been started. Inventoried 100% complete including instructions.
Life-Like Hawker Fury, 1/48, 09608
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$28
From Ex-Pyro molds. Nicely molded. Includes cockpit, positionable pilot figure and molded in realistic fabric surfaces. Never started. Factory sealed bag or inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions.
Life-Like Bon Homme Richard - The Ship of Captain John Paul Jones, B367
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed NM
$32
Still factory sealed. Ex-Pyro kit with great artwork. Nicely molded small scale ship model that measures about 7 inches long when assembled. Includes full hull, finely molded raised wood detail and 'planked' deck, separately molded top deck cannon, billowing sails and display stand.
Life-Like Gee Bee Sportster - 1930s Racer, 1/32, 09620
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$26
Ex-Pyro molds. Full cockpit and movable control surfaces. Never started. Factory sealed bag or inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions. NOTE: decals are intact but starting to flake. They may not be usable.
Life-Like American President Wilson or Cleveland Ocean Liner - (ex-Pyro), 1/547, 09279
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Fair
$29
Long out-of-production and from the early to mid 1970s. From ex-Pyro molds. Designed from the original blueprints furnished by the American President Lines. Has markings for the Ocean Liners SS President Wilson or SS President Cleveland. These fine ships sailed to exotic Pacific ports and did at least one Round-The-World Cruise each year. At the time the kit was made, they were the only two ocean liners flying the American flag. This kit has not been started. NOTE: missing one small lifeboat. One lifeboat has two broken davits (molded with the part) but both parts are included and an easy fix. Otherwise inventoried with all other parts, 'very good++' decals, flag sheet and instructions present. Box is rough and only graded 'fair' as shown.
Life-Like 1932 Lincoln KB Sport Convertible - (ex-Pyro), 1/32, 09342
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good-
$26
1970s Life-Like issue from the original 1965 Pyro molds. In the early to mid 1960s the Pyro company chose many of their kit subjects based more on historical significance than popularity. Luckily for us, Pyro not only made these kits but did an excellent job for the time. The Pyro car models are based on the actual cars that Pyro engineers and designers had access to. Features detailed chassis with suspension, gas tank and steering linkage, complete motor and interior, spoked wheels, optional convertible top and removable hood. Molded in purple, chrome plate, clear and with rubber tires. The kit has never been started. Inventoried 100% complete including instructions. NOTE: instructions are photocopies.
Life-Like Mercedes Benz SSK Sportswagen - (ex-Pyro), 1/32, 09348
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good+
$24
1970s Life-Like issue using the original 1966 Pyro molds. Features detailed chassis, complete motor, removable hood and full interior. Molded in ivory, clear, chrome plate and rubber tires. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes instructions. In the early to mid 1960s the Pyro company chose many of their kit subjects based more on historical significance than popularity. Luckily for us, Pyro not only made these kits but did an excellent job for the time. The Pyro car models are based on the actual cars that Pyro engineers and designers had access to. Initially Life-Like had to mention Pyro on the boxes as part of the buy-out agreement- but at this point, Life-Like was no longer putting 'Licensed by Pyro Plastics' on the box sides.
Life-Like Mercedes Benz SSK Sportswagen - (ex-Pyro), 1/32, 09348
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Mint
$29
Still factory sealed. 1970s Life-Like issue using the original 1966 Pyro molds. At this point, Life-Like was no longer putting 'Licensed by Pyro Plastics' on the box sides. Features detailed chassis, complete motor and interior and a removable hood. In the early to mid 1960s the Pyro company chose many of it's kit subjects based more on historical significance than popularity. Luckily for us, Pyro not only made these kits but did an excellent job for the time. The Pyro car models are based on the actual cars that Pyro engineers and designers had access to.