Life-Like Model Kits
Life-Like M20 Armored Car with 6 G.I.s - (ex Revell / Adams), 1/40, 09651
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc++
$79
From Ex-Revell/Adams molds. Nicely detailed kit with full suspension, interior detail, rolling wheels and movable machine gun. This kit has a fascinating history. Adams originally cut the molds, but discontinued all model production before issuing it. Revell ended up with the molds for this and many other Adams AFV kits and issued this one in 1956. However, SNAP issued this model in the late 1950s/early 1960s. Eventually Life-Like ended up with them, but in between it was announced or issued by several other companies. Lindberg was the last known owner, so perhaps Round 2 now has them.
Life-Like USS Missouri BB63 Battleship - (ex Otaki), 1/350, B239
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG+
$69
Very large 1/350 scale kit that is intended to be motorized with optional parts (not included). Ideal for R/C conversion. Features large one-piece hull, interior spaces for batteries, motor, gear box for drive on all four shafts, shaft stuffing boxes, etc. Well detailed for an older kit with separately molded guns down to 20mm singles, directors for each gun set, catapults with two aircraft and much more. Also includes decals for the ship and aircraft, brass plated props, very nice brass-plated name plate, display stand, scale flag sheet and waterline marking tape that is factory sealed in a marked envelope. A very nice kit of the Missouri in WWII configuration but certainly not the quality of the new Tamiya kit in the same scale. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried and NOTE: missing one part, a gun director. The others are present, so you can cast a replacement. Otherwise includes all other parts, decals and instructions.
Life-Like USS Enterprise CVN-65 Aircraft Carrier - (ex Otaki), 1/400, B243
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good-
$74
I believe this is the former Otaki kit that was motorized. This Life-Like issue has the motorizing as optional, and they sold the motorizing parts separately. Ideal for R/C conversion. Features a one-piece, 32.5 inch long hull with stuffing boxes for all four props, detailed island structure, removable main decks, deck cranes and tugs, optional position elevators and an extensive airwing including F-4 Phantoms (folded wings and unfolded), A-5 Vigilante, A-6 Intruder, A-4 Skyhawk, E-2 Hawkeye, A-7A Corsair II and S-2 Trackers. There are two large decal sheets that include all deck markings, numbers and airwing markings. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried and the static version is complete; the working version is missing (2) control horns for the rudders. Otherwise complete with all parts, decals and instructions. Please note, the instructions and decals have minor bug damage.
Life-Like Charles W. Morgan Whaling Ship - (ex-Pyro), B249-150
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good+
$32
From the mid 1970s. Very nicely detailed medium-size kit originally 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. Full hull model measures 8.5 inches long when assembled and features with very good molded detail, pre-molded ratlines, detailed deck, billowing sails and display stand. Never started. The white sails are still factory sealed; the dark wood brown parts have been inventoried complete with instructions.
Life-Like Robert E. Lee Mississippi Steam Boat - (ex Pyro), 1/160, B237
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$129
1970 issue from original Pyro molds. Very large and well detailed kit for that time. The race between the Lee and Natchez is considered a classic tale of The River. Although the Lee won, the circumstances were suspect and many people still considered the Natchez the fastest paddle-wheel packet ever. For example, the Lee carried no payload and the Natchez was carrying passengers and a normal payload. All details of the real ship, including the wooden railings and carvings are duplicated in plastic. Includes full rigging instructions and thread. Molded in tan and ivory plastic. The kit has never been started. The parts that were factory sealed are still in the sealed bags. The very few parts that were never factory sealed (the large ones and paddle wheels) have been inventoried complete including colorful flag sheet and instructions.
Life-Like 120mm Anti-Aircraft Gun and Carrier Tillie the Toiler - (ex Adams), 1/40, H657-300
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$78
From quality ex-Adams molds. Highly detailed and includes crew. There are many moving parts as with was originally an 'Adam's Action Model.' Molded in green and black. The kit has never been started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Life-Like State Coach of England - (ex Miniature Masterpieces), 1/48, 09670
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc+
$37
Between 1974 and 1976 Life-Like reissued the ex-Miniature Masterpiece kits such as this one. Miniature Masterpieces cut the molds and issued these kits first in the early 1950s. The original owner carefully cut the original seal at the bottom, leaving it intact on the box top. Never started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes instructions.
Life-Like HMS Ark Royal - (ex Pyro), 09251
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good+
$34
From the mid 1970s and original Pyro molds. This kit is from the intermediate size sailing ship line and features excellent detail for it's time (molds were cut int he 1960s). Measures about 9 inches long when assembled. Full hull kit with detailed hull halves and one piece deck, deck cannons, one piece rat lines and billowing sails. The kit has never been started. Inventoried 100% complete including instructions. The Ark Royal was Flagship of Lord Howard of Effingham against the Spanish Armada. She, with her sisters, played a key roll in the defeat of one of the largest sea threats to England.
Life-Like USS Constitution with Molded Furled Sails - Ex-Pyro, B313-90
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed NM
$28
Still factory sealed but there is a seal split on the left short side. From quality ex-Pyro molds. Kit measures 7 inches long when built and features a full hull, fine molded wood detail, 'planked' deck with fine raised lines, separately molded top deck cannons, furled sails and a display stand. For it's time, it was a very nicely molded small model.
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 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 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.