1977 AMC Pacer Wagon

Published: January 18, 2017
Company: Round 2 Models

Back in ’77 the AMC Pacer was arguably ahead of its time. The expanded windows were a definite safety feature allowing greater visibility, and the sub-compact (now the same size as some mid-size cars) had great fuel consumption. Unfortunately, it was “too far ahead” and people described its odd look as an upside-down fishbowl.

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Blazing Bison Puller Tractor

Published: January 8, 2017
Company: Round 2 Models

Talk about a blast from the past – this kit hasn’t been seen since its 1986 release. The secondary market prices were approaching $100 and here it is again for our enjoyment at reasonable prices. This kit features some of the largest tires available for a 1:25 scale kit, and not one, but three fully blown Hemi drag motors and a wagon full of accessories.

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Corvette C7.R

Published: February 3, 2020
Company: Revell, Inc.

The stunning good looks and performance of the Pratt & Miller Corvette C7.R were only surpassed by the performance of this incredible racing machine. A true race car, this triple threat vehicle only shares it outer skin with the Corvette as nearly everything else is custom made to handle the rigors of long endurance racing propelled by a 491 HP engine.

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Ford Bronco (1st Generation)

Published: February 3, 2020
Company: Revell, Inc.

Modelers have waited a long time for a kit of the first generation Ford Bronco and Revell has finally done it! This kit can be built as a 1971 or 1973 version (an air cleaner option) with the included 289 V8 engine. With the help of Jeff Trapp’s Bronco Graveyard in Brighton, MI, Revell has made a faithful representation of the first Ford SUV. I’m pretty sure that we’ll be seeing other versions… more

Johnson Lowe's NASCAR #48 Chevy SS

Published: February 3, 2020
Company: Revell, Inc.

It’s hard to argue with success and Jimmie Johnson has proven his abilities since he burst onto the NASCAR scene. This kit represents a snap together kit aimed at drawing the youngsters into the hobby with a great looking, easy-to-build race car model.

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Dominic's 1970 Dodge Charger

Published: February 3, 2020
Company: Revell, Inc.

Finally, a proportionally accurate ’70 Dodge Charger is available for MOPAR enthusiast in 1:25^th scale. This model does the immensely popular Fast & Furious muscle car justice and it’s sure to be a standout on your display shelf.

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Magirus-Deutz 360M19 Canvas Truck

Published: February 3, 2020
Company: Italeri

After WWII Germany’s auto/truck industry was desperate for customers. The famous Deutz motors were mated to the Magirus haulers and they filled the Autobahn with their workhorse trucks. Magirus even found buyers in their former enemy; and sold thousands of units to the Russians.

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1983 Hurst Oldsmobile

Published: February 10, 2020
Company: Revell, Inc.

Hurst Performance started working with Oldsmobile in the late sixties and by the time the ‘80’s rolled around they had perfected not only the hi performance “Lightening” shifter but the awesome looking black over silver appearance package featured on the ’83 Hurst Olds.

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'91 Ford F-350 Duallie Pickup

Published: February 10, 2020
Company: Revell, Inc.

Ford’s F-Series trucks are the most popular pickups in the world. This rugged yet stylish ’91 F-350 was a great choice for Revell to produce. It has been a popular release as well and part of that is due to its adaptability for other mash-up and scratch built configurations.

Construction and Detailing

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1967 Nickey Camaro RS-SS 427

Published: February 3, 2020
Company: Revell, Inc.

When Ford released the Mustang and started the “Pony Car” era in 1964, GM scrambled to answer the market with the release of the Camaro in 1967. Savvy dealerships (like Nickey Chevrolet) jumped on the performance aspects of the platform by ordering a version which featured the high-powered 427 CID engine. Sporting iconic red line tires, this model kit does a good job of replicating those… more