The Model Car Showroom
Reviews, pictures, hints, and links 1/24, 1/25 car kits
FAN SUBMISSION! :: Gary Leoce
Have to say Greg has been a fantastic friend to me over the past couple of years. I met him on eBay (my life anymore LOL) and he’s been a gem to chat with, share with, and complain to.
As a collecter-car-head like myself, he decided to purchase and build one of the coolest Olds vehicles on the planet, AND, a heck of a new kit from Revell.
Finished in Tamiya metallic blue, this car is stunning from any angle. The white stripes, detail, lettered-tires, and more just look outstanding. The car itself is a gorgeous end to Olds’ performance – as most companies did in the early 70’s. The kit looks very good and I cannot wait to see on in person.
Again, MASTERFUL. The 442’s engine done correctly in all its splendour. The kit does a magnificent job of getting all the detail pieces in the right places, and Gary made them come to life. One tick down from die-cast, you won’t find better anywhere.
Thanks, Gary for keeping the modeling alive …. and giving us some serious car fantasy dreams for us all!
Cheers!
TANKS for the opportunity!
I have acquired 800 tanks/military vehicles, men, and weapons. Please check out my eBay link if you are interested in buying some awesome antique destruction!
–Kev
X-RAY :: Ferrari 250 GTO – A $70mil sports car for the very select few.
This is a X-Ray of a 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO by Monogram
Includes: Reasonable chrome tree, excellent Ferrari engine, and 4 tires/rims, opening doors.
GOOD : Low flash, opening doors, authentic-sized tires, low price.
BAD : Opening doors (if you are like me and dislike them!), no decals, lots of small glass to ruin.
Price :: $35+
SUMMER BUYING DAYS!! :: CALLING ALL MODEL COLLECTIONS!!
This is a notice to everyone that I’m still paying top-dollar model collections!! I want un-built cars, trucks, boats, military, and planes. If you have a collection or know someone/business liquidating their collection, please feel free to contact me!! *corvette98kev@gmail.com*
*** GENEROUS REWARD TO ANY LEADS TO ME PURCHASING A COLLECTION –> ***
T—Kev
X-RAY: *NEW RELEASE* 1971 Dodge Demon, MPC 1/25
This X-Ray is for a brand-new release from MPC. This kit includes:
1 set of tires and multiple sets of rims; 340ci engine; TINY chrome tree, BIG decal sheet.
Good: SUPER Rare model kit revisited; many new pieces that the original didn’t have; many new decals the original didn’t have; better exhaust and axles; better engine offering; better side mirrors; less flash; no longer $300+ to purchase.
Bad: Grille isn’t chromed?? WHY??; no speed parts; Duster engine, sidewalls, and radiator are still better; chrome tree is a joke; still not cheap – being a new release.
$40-50
GRAND RE-OPENING! 2-13-24
So glad to be able to get this taken care of. There were a lot of ideas tossed about and the final product – I THINK – is easier to use and gives a better visual to the cars to be viewed. I hope everyone likes what they see and I hope to hear from builders soon!
The above buttons have been revamped to include separate makes for the BIG THREE and one for Exotics and Miscellaneous (bunch of everything) separately. Any questions, please let me know what you need!
ALSO :: Like I’ve said before, I have spent tens of thousands of dollars on car collections, so if you have one OR know someone who does, let me know. I give quality money and will gove $200 to anyone setting me up with a sale! CHEERS!
–Kev
* UNDER CONSTRUCTION 2/5/24
Hello all! I am going to be switching things up a bit over the next week and I hope you’ll like the new format. I am adding pics to all my builds and will have the links available to the reviews I’ve done. There will be different MAKE categories instead of “REVIEWS” due to the size and number of pics. Like CHEVYS? Pick GM. Want a Dodge fix? Pick MOPAR.
I hope you all like the change up and PLEASE comment with any suggestions or likes! SUBSCRIBE AND CHECK BACK OFTEN!
X-RAY: 1967 Pontiac Bonneville MPC, 1/25
This X-Ray is for an ULTRA RARE 1967 Bonneville kit by MPC. This kit includes:
1 set of tires and slicks and 2 sets of rims; V8 engine; BIG chrome tree with custom lights; racing decal sheet
Good: Land yacht with tons of custom parts; low flash; not much to ruin.
Bad: Very pricey; it is still a land yacht; speed options ON the land yacht seem silly; decals do not include stock.
Price: $200
*** Thanks to Markus Wilbert for purchasing the kit last week. I hope it gets a good build! ***
X-RAY: *NEW RELEASE* 1968 Dodge Coronet R/T Convertible, MPC 1/25
This X-Ray is for a brand-new release from MPC. This kit includes:
1 set of tires and multiple sets of rims; 440ci engine; lots of chrome, BIG decal sheet, trailer.
Good: Rare model kit revisited; detailed engine bay and interior; includes a trailer and enough decals for 3 cars.
Bad: Not too much. Why have a trailer attached to this lovely convertible? not the best of the late 60’s Mopars.
$20+ (at Hobby Lobby or eBay)