Plastic Model Kits
Monogram The UFO - From The Invaders TV Series - (ex Aurora), 1/72, 6012
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG+
$54
Monogram's second issue dated 1996; the molds were purchased from Aurora in the mid/late 1970s. Aurora had originally released this kit as a promotion with the 1966 TV series 'The Invaders'. The alien craft features moving landing legs, removable top showing full interior and crew and red-tinted clear landing lights. Never started and the parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Revell Lockheed X-17 Re-Entry Research Missile - 'S' Kit, 1/40, H1810-79
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$185
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. 100% complete with all parts/decals and instructions. The box is in 'excellent' condition with like-new color and gloss, four solid corners, no repairs, no tape (other than the factory sealing tape, of course) and no rips, missing litho, fading or stains. Flaws include very light wear, a light crease at the upper right and the original price tag from "Rogers Toy Stores" on the upper short side panel.
Revell North American X-15 - 'S' Issue, 1/65, H198-89
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$155
First issue from 1958. From the stunning artwork on this kit, it is clear to see why these models are considered the pinnacle of box art and why they are so collectible today. This is a finely molded and well detailed kit for that time and features removable canopy and detailed engine, pilot figure, landing gear and retractable landing skid, movable control surfaces & dive brakes and more. Includes Revell's famous round-based 'Globe' swivel stand, a separate, full size color and marking sheet with four views; there is even an excellent history of the aircraft. Never started. 100% inventoried complete with all parts, decals and instructions present. The box displays better than the rating, but that is because there is some minor litho chipping and moderate edge wear, especially on the left side corners.
Tamiya HMS Rodney British Battleship, 1/700, WLB102
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$26
1/700 scale waterline model that is highly detailed and finely molded. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Monogram TWO P-51B Mustang - Blue Box Issue, 1/72, PA143-70
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good+
$29
SALE!! Includes two kits. Both are never started and include all plastic parts. However, there is only one set of decals and one instruction sheet. First issue dated 1967. This is one of two 'Blue Box' box art variations that share this part number. Well detailed very finely molded featuring good basic cockpit, pilot figure, optional regular or Malcolm Hood canopy, swiveling tail wheel strut, rotating wheels & propeller, drop tanks and bombs and more. Includes a display stand. With decals for the famous 'OlE-II.'
Revell Aerojet-General Aerobee Hi, 1/40, H1814
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed NM
$44
Still factory sealed. 1996 reissue of the 1950s classic "S" kit. Has movable firing arm with working piston and cylinder, movable wheels, tow bar and detailed crew figures.
Airfix WWII RAF Vehicle Set - Standard Light Utility Vehicle Tilly / BSA M20 Motocycle / Bedford MWD Light Truck or MWC Water Carrier, 1/72, A03311
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc
$22
Still factory tape sealed. Includes all three vehicles described; the Bedford can be built one of two different ways. Perfect for 1/72 scale dioramas.
Monogram Grumman TBF Avenger - Torpedo Bomber Four Star Issue, 1/48, PA31-149
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG+
$74
First issue hardbox from 1958 and part of an incredibly popular line of Monogram 1/48 scale WWII aircraft. This classic kit features wings that fold properly as on the real aircraft, retractable landing gear, opening bomb bay doors and dropping torpedo, elevating machine gun & rotating turret, rotating propeller & wheels, chocks, pilot, gunner, two ground crew figures and more. Molded in gloss dark blue and clear plastic. Never started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
MPC Chevy Shortbed Off-Road Stepside Pickup - (Chevrolet), 1/25, 1-0416
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed NM
$110
Still factory sealed and in 'near mint' condition. Very rare and from the 1970s. Features big, detailed V8 engine and engine compartment, opening hood, giant off-road tires, roll bar, detailed suspension and four wheel drive, clear sun roof, spare tire, complete interior, CB radio and antenna, west coast mirrors, large colorful decal sheet and more.
Nichimo IJN Atago Heavy Cruiser, 1/500
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$119
Early issue from the 1960s. Nichimo created an excellent line of unique 1/500 scale battleship and heavy cruiser models; the earliest ones have no part number and rare glossy box art from the 'Golden Age' of Japanese model kit illustrations. This model can be built for operation in water or static full hull or waterline versions. Very well detailed and molded for that time and features a Mabuchi FA-13 electric motor in the original, colorful Mabuchi box, a metal & brass gearbox for dual propeller drive, u-joints, brass battery contacts and switch, metal propeller shaft, one piece lower hull (molded in the correct 'IJN Hull Red'), one piece upper hull (molded in gray), detailed deck and superstructure, rotating main turrets and separately molded secondary battery and AA guns, catapults, floatplanes and more. Never started. The plastic parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags; the hardware parts have been inventoried and NOTE: missing one metal shaft and 2 U-joints (which are nothing but rubber tubing); otherwise compete. Includes the silver and gold foil covered cardboard name display card and instructions. Please note that Nichimo did not supply decals with this issue.
Nichimo IJN Ashigara Heavy Cruiser Motorized, 1/500, U-5015
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good-
$79
1970s issue with fantastic box art. This is part of Nichimo's famous 1/500 scale battleship and heavy cruiser line. This full hull kit is designed for operation in water or static full hull or waterline display. Nicely detailed and features lower hull molded in a 'IJN Hull Red' and all other parts molded in a very realistic dark gray. Includes all hardware for motorizing with brass battery contacts, metal shaft, cv joint, switch and more. The kit has never been started. The plastic parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags; the hardware bag has been inventoried complete. Includes decals and instructions. Nichimo did not include the motor in this issue; it had to be purchased separately. Please note that the box has pen scribble on the right as shown.
Revell Chance Vought Cutlass F7U-3 with Sparrow Missiles - Lodela Issue - (F7U3), 1/59, H171
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good++
$38
One-piece Lodela issue, likely from the 1960s. This kit is from the 'S' molds but has the AIM-7 Sparrow missiles and missile pylons added. The kit has never been started. The parts are either still in the factory sealed bag or iInventoried 100% complete including decals and instructions.
Revell Admiral Hipper Heavy Cruiser, 1/720, H490
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc
$40
Still factory sealed. 974 issue with fantastic box art. Can be built waterline or full hull with complete prop and rudder detail. Features detailed deck and superstructure, rotating main 8" turrets, six dual AA gun mounts, three rangefinders, cranes, gun directors, searchlights, AR-196 floatplane and more.
Revell CSS Alabama - Civil War Raider, 1/96, 5621
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good-
$275
Dated 1988 and from the original high-quality molds. This large-scale model measures 33 inches long and 18 inches tall when assembled. Features preformed ratlines, metal anchor chain and cord for running and standing rigging, 20 crew members, detailed armament, operating propeller hoist and detailed deck fittings. Also includes complete step by step assembly instructions and full rigging instructions/diagrams. Inside, the kit has not been started. All small parts are still in factory sealed bags; the hull was never sealed. Includes building and rigging instructions in 'excellent' condition. The sails are in well-above average 'excellent' condition (not perfect but above average).
Revell HMS King George V British Battleship, 1/568, H380
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$64
1974 issue with great box art and a very good model for that time. Features Walrus float plane, rotating cranes, rotating turrets and elevating guns, detailed secondary and AA guns and more. Includes display stand. Never started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals, color flag sheet flag sheet and instructions present.
Revell Destroyer USS The Sullivans - Early Fletcher Class DD-537 - Pre 'S' Issue, 1/301, H305-129
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good++
$79
1954 Pre-'S' release and among Revell's very earliest ship models. This issue is the 'all gun' version of the Fletcher with the maximum main armament; Revell soon modified the molds to represent the later ships of the class. This is an excellent full hull model for that time and features separately molded superstructure, main, 40mm and 20mm guns, ships boats, gun directors, search lights and more. The kit has never been started. Inventoried and it is 100% complete with all parts, color flag sheet, decals and instructions.
Revell P&O SS Oriana Ocean Liner, 1/493, H376-298
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$129
This is a 2006 reissue of the original 1961 kit. The model is 20 inches long, full hull and well detailed. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions. The Oriana was a very famous P&O Orient Liner. In December 1962, in fog off San Diego, Oriana collided with CV-33 USS Kearsarge, causing considerable damage to both vessels. A claims court found Oriana's captain had been steaming too fast for conditions. Afterwards, the CV was good-naturedly nicknamed "The Mighty Kay-runch."
Revell CV-61 USS Ranger Aircraft Carrier - Picture Fleet Issue, 1/542, H360
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Fair+
$125
1971 Picture Fleet issue with John Steel artwork. This full-hull model features complete propeller & rudder detail, movable cranes, optional position elevators, an airwing of 16 aircraft & helicopters, 11 tow trucks, mobile deck crane, 10-5" guns, gun directors, lifeboats, detailed island structure with radar & sensors and more. Never started. Inventoried with all ship parts present and instructions. NOTE: missing decals; superior replacements can be purchased at https://www.starfighter-decals.com/. The instructions are from the Revell Saratoga; the two kits are 100% identical, so they work perfect for assembly.
Revell CVT-16 USS Lexington Aircraft Carrier - Essex Class, 1/500, H444
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good-
$119
Dated 1975. Nice full-hull kit of Training Carrier CVT-16. Features full hull with propeller and rudder detail, Essex-class modified angled deck, two movable elevators, rotating crane, ship's boats, AA guns and directors, detailed island structure, radar and sensors, accommodation ladders, deck tug, deck crash crane, 24 aircraft (TA-4J, Buckeyes, T-28C, Cougars, Trackers, F-4B Phantoms and 2 Huey TH-1L Helicopters) and more. Includes extensive decals with all white deck stripes, deck and island numbers and many decals for the air wing. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions. The decals and instructions are in amazing 'near mint++' condition, but the box has a large light stain.
UPC M-40 155mm Self-Propelled Gun - (ex Adams), 1/40, 2151-200
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$65
Universal Powermaster reissue of the 1957 Adams 'Action Model' that is amazingly well detailed for that time. Features rotating, elevating and recoiling gun, working track and hatches, hinged platform that opens and closes, working extension ramp, crew and much more. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bag and includes decals and instructions. This kit has a fascinating history. After Adams became disillusioned with plastic model kit production (perhaps partially due to Revell's founder), they sold most if not all of the molds to Athearn, the famous craftsman train kit manufacturer. Athearn reissued many of the kits under the SNAP name, which caused a great deal of confusion. Many thought they were snap-together kits; they couldn't have been more wrong. Athearn did a simple modification to each mold; where it would say ADAMS (usually on a part or area that did not show), they machined that away and put the SNAP logo. At some point Athearn stopped production and eventually sold the molds. However, during this time in the 1960s, UPC decided to reissue many of these kits. Evidently Athearn did the molding or a job shop did, while UPC produced their own boxes, instructions and decals. UPC stood for Universal Powermaster Corporation which was based out of New York City, NY. UPC did not cut their own molds, but bought kits already molded from other manufacturers (many in Japan) and re-boxed the kits in the USA. Scott Eidson, the famous artist best known for his artwork with Revell, also did UPC box art in the 1960s. All UPC production ended in the 1970s.