Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc++
$89
Second issue hardbox is dated 1962 with fantastic Jo Kotula box artwork. This kit is a very good, rare scale representation of the original prototype N-156 'Freedom Fighter'. It developed into the F-5, which was widely exported and saw service in over 30 countries. Only three of the N-156 prototypes were built. The design centered around two GE J85 turbojets which originally powered the ADM-20 Quail decoy carried by the B-52 fleet. Initially there seemed to be little demand until President Kennedy's Military Assistance Program required a low-cost fighter that could be provided to US Allies. The N-156 was easily the top choice. It was renamed the F-5 and the rest is history - it became one of the most widely used fighter/bombers in post-WWII history and is still in service in some air forces. This kit features a pilot figure, 'good' cockpit, three drop tanks, early AIM-9 Sidewinder Air-to-Air Missiles and more. Includes the famous Aurora clear triangle-based 'world map' stand. Molded in white and clear. Never started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions present.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$55
Very rare version and the rarest of all Aurora SE-5s. Note that the rectangular background for the oval 'Famous Fighters' logo is white and not the more common yellow. The two issues are identical other than the background color for the lower-right rectangle. The hardbox is dated 1956 with the original Jim Cox box art but with the 1957 oval 'Famous Fighters' logo. The original rectangle 'Northern Lights'; logo has been neatly blotted out with a white rectangle of the same size. The fact that the price is still 69 cents (as the original issue) means this issue is very late 1956 or very early '57. Molded in gloss olive green and black. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions. NOTE: there is a short tape tear on the lower long side measuring 1/2" x 1/4" and two dark, translucent tape stains (1" x 3/8") on the upper long side.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG+
$69
First issue dated 1958 with 'Famous Fighters in the sunburst logo, Parents Magazine seal and classic Jo Kotula artwork. 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.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$59
SALE!! Rare Aurora Great Britain issue made by Playcraft Toys Ltd, London. Dated 1957 with classic Jo Kotula box art. Please note that the Sunburst Logo has "Playcraft Hobby Kits" in the border and not 'Famous Fighters' like the USA issues have. Although made in England, it is molded in the same glossy dark olive drab, black and clear plastic as the US issue. Never started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions. The box has wear and creasing as shown and a 1cm x 1cm area of pen writing on the left short side panel.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good++
$58
First issue hardbox is dated 1957 with great Jo Kotula artwork. Please note the 69 cent price extension and oval 'Famous Fighters' sunburst logo. This is part of a popular and very successful series of 1/48 scale WWI aircraft that Aurora started in 1956 and added to well into the 1960s. Many of the line were in production right up until the demise of Aurora in the mid 1970s Molded in correct high-gloss olive drab and black plastic. Never started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good+
$165
Rare one-and-only 1960 issue that contains both the DH-4 and Curtis JN-4 Jenny. Aurora really went out of the way to make this a special kit; however, it did not sell well and was retired after one year. Features completely new box artwork, a DH-4 molded in gloss dark green and black, the JN-4 molded in gloss bright yellow and black, great custom decal sheets for both aircraft and special 'Barnstormer' instructions for each aircraft. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts present and includes decals and instructions. Instructions are both in 'excellent+' condition and the decal sheets are both completely flat (no rolling) with typical age yellowing as the only flaw.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: NM-
$74
First issue dated 1963 and with Jo Kotula artwork The box is in "Near Mint-" condition with like-new color and gloss, four solid corners, no repairs, no price tags or tape (not even the factory sealing tape) and no missing litho or fading. There is light general wear as shown. Never started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts decals and instructions present.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$48
Rare early 1960s issue and harder to find than the original 1956 release. This was only made for a year or two before the new artwork release. Please note the full, original artwork (the only issue with such) due to the 'transparent' new simplified oval logo at the lower right. The side logos still have the old 'Famous Fighters' in the border. Molded in the correct gloss olive drab and black plastic and with the chock ground base and pilot & mechanic figures. Never started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts decals and instructions.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed NM+
$65
Includes the following factory-sealed aftermarket upgrade: Airwaves AC48101 1/48 Buccaneer S2 Wingfold Set. The actual kit is still factory sealed. This very highly detailed and finely molded kit has withstood the test of of time with flying colors. Features all recessed panel lines, detailed ejection seats and cockpit, realistic air inlets/compressor fans, optional position air brake, two piece canopy, folded or unfolded wings, detailed gear wells, optional slipper tanks, Sea Eagle air-to-surface missiles, AN/ALQ-101 jammer pod, AN/ALQ-23E Pave Spike designator, AIM-9L Sidewinders and more. Includes paint guide and extensive decals for five different aircraft.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc++
$22
Still factory sealed and dated 1975. This is a well molded model kit that features very fine raised panel lines, detailed dual cockpits, optional position canopy, wings that swing, working elevators, AIM-7 Sparrow (4) or AIM-54 Phoenix (6) loadout, optional position landing gear, speed brakes & refueling probe and more. Includes paint guide and decals for the two colorful Hi-Vis aircraft listed.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc++
$32
Includes a factory-sealed Airwaves 480091 1/48 Sea Harrier FA2 brass PE detail set with over 100 pieces. The actual kit is still factory sealed. Includes 103 pieces and paint guide with decals for all three aircraft listed.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc
$40
Includes the following factory-sealed aftermarket details: Eduard 48-169 Hurricane MkI PE Set (designed for this kit), AeroMaster 148-011 Hurricane Stencils Decal Set, Squadron Crystal Clear Canopy Set #9509 Hawker Hurricane (two canopies included), True Details 48027 Hurricane Wheels Set (smooth tread) and True Details 83127 Fast Mask Wheel Hub Masks for that exact resin wheel set. The actual kit is still factory sealed. 1990s Type Four logo issue has 55 pieces and includes paint guide and decals for both aircraft listed.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc++
$34
Still factory sealed. An excellent, all-new model from state-of-the-art molds. Well detailed inside and out with 121 pieces. Includes painting guide and decals for all 4 aircraft listed.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc
$35
Includes the following aftermarket sets in factory-sealed, mint condition: Airwaves AC4844 Hurricane MkI Cockpit and Exterior Detail Set (about 32 brass PE pieces + instructions), True Details 48027 Hurricane Resin Wheel Set (smooth tread), True Details 83127 Wheel Hub Mask (designed for those wheels), Squadron 9509 Crystal Clear Canopy (2 canopies in mint condition) and AeroMaster 148-011 Hurricane Stencils (decal set). The actual kit is still factory sealed and from 1979. It is fresh from a one-owner collection. The box side says that it includes decals for two RAF aircraft.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good++
$32
Large scale Fury probably from the late 1970s/early 1980s. Well detailed with a good basic cockpit, pilot figure, engine with removable cowling, very fine raised panel lines, recessed control surface outlines and more. Includes an excellent multi-view painting guide and a large and colorful decal sheet for the two squadrons listed. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc++
$24
Still factory sealed and dated 1986. Still a favorite 'Classic Builder' kit and includes a multi-view, full color painting guide on the bottom of the box.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$44
This 'Black Side' box issue if from the 1960s and has fantastic artwork. Highly detailed for that time and features much interior detail, opening bomb bay doors, full bomb bay detail and weapons load, moving control surfaces and optional position landing gear and a display stand. Includes decals for 'Eddie Allen' and 'Joltin Josie.' Never started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions present
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed VG+
$38
Still factory sealed and from 1979. This is a well detailed model for that time and features movable control surfaces, transversing gun turrets with elevating guns, rotating propeller & wheels, optional position undercarriage and more.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed VG++
$30
Still factory sealed. Very nicely molded molded kit with optional position cabin entry doors, clear cockpit and cabin windows, rotating props, detailed gear and front and rear passenger boarding stair assemblies. Decals are for British Airways. The Vanguard was a 1959 high-speed, early turbo-prop airliner that carried 139 passengers.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed VG+
$124
Still factory sealed but the seal has shrunk and drawn the box top slightly concave. Large and hard-to-find model is finely molded and well detailed.
