lordairgtar Posted September 30, 2013 Share Posted September 30, 2013 (edited) I stopped in my secret place for models and I scored a Tamiya kit of the Opel Astra V8 Coupe for $15, plus these little trinkets. Got this pile of parts for $2. Are these of any value? Edited September 30, 2013 by lordairgtar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lordairgtar Posted September 30, 2013 Share Posted September 30, 2013 Got this little tidbit for $3 at my secret model place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
niteowl7710 Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 James, I like your choices! I wonder how the Revell NSX compares to the Tamiya version. I'd have to compare them myself. I have the Tamiya Honda NSX-R which is the JDM only factory "tuner" version of the regular Honda/Acura NSX kit. The Revell kit is one of the "high end" Snap-Tite kits they did in the 90's that were aimed at the dividing line between kids and adults that have full (albeit simplified) engines, and have since lost their Snap labels. The '92 Caprice Police (them Taxi/Fire), that eventually became the '94 Impala SS kit is another example of that "high end" Snap-Tite line. The NSX from Revell has 59 pieces, the Tamiya has 91. Incidentally to anyone who's interested Tamiya markets it as a Honda NSX, but the kit still includes all the LHD parts and decals to make an Acura. Meaning you can buy the current in-catalog kit for $25, rather than trying to track down the limited export Acura NSX kit for a ridiculous price on eBay, just be aware the Type R kit does NOT have any LHD/Acura parts as the 1:1 Type R was not exported out of Japan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chevyfever2009 Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 Got today a factory sealed Donks edition 94 impala ss Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PappyD340 Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 Dropped by the old HL today to pick up some Tamiya masking tape and some Tamiya Q-tips and a sharpie and saw a MPC 67 GTO on the shelf that had been unwrapped, so upon inspection I noticed a couple minor parts were missing so I proceeded to check out and asked what kind of deal I could get, got it for ten bucks I believe I have some parts that will work just fine. Someone must have bought it and brought it back, don't know why they put it back on the shelf instead of clearence, but oh well my good fortune HUH!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrherald420 Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 Went to K-mart looking for 50% off toys for Xmas and found several kits for 9.00. I picked up this one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1930fordpickup Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 I stopped in my secret place for models and I scored a Tamiya kit of the Opel Astra V8 Coupe for $15, plus these little trinkets. Got this pile of parts for $2. Are these of any value? Boy they took you to the cleaners with these parts. Great score. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chevyfever2009 Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 Went to K-mart looking for 50% off toys for Xmas and found several kits for 9.00. I picked up this one. what kmart has model kits mine doesn't Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrherald420 Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 what kmart has model kits mine doesn't Mine doesn't anymore.........lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Hall Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 A restorable MPC '67 Mustang from eBay..I've got the AMT annual and the modern tool AMT, didn't have the MPC in my stash. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Agent G Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 "Panzers in the Sand, The History of Panzer Regiment 5", Volumes 1 & 2 Hundreds of photos and details from 1939-1945. It's an armor modelers delight. G Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Geiger Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 Boy they took you to the cleaners with these parts. Great score. Yea, it's just like cut up parts. Not even a whole body shell. You'd better send them here for disposal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyjim Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 Yesterday I received the new Foose Charger from IPMS for FREE! All I have to do is build it, take some pics, and write a review. You know the old saying, "If it's for free, it's for me". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony T Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 Today I got a new professional title! I had been putting off going for the International Facility Management Association's Certified Facility Manager exam for a bunch of years because of horror stories of people failing the five hour exam. I've even taken the prep course twice. Well today I got past that fear and took the test. And I passed. So now on my business card it will say "Tom Geiger, CFM", which is a big honor in my industry. And it should help me a great deal in my current job search! Anyone need a Certified Facility Manager? Congrats, Tom and good luck with the job search! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony T Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 Picked up these over the last week, I've had them one pre-order since they were announced at the German Toy fair $(KGrHqJHJCIFIfbZjbCuBSILP!NPu!~~60_12.JPG Revell Beetle 1500.jpg Geoff - I'm curious as to how the kits are overall...how do they compare to the Revell and Tamiya for example? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony T Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 Yesterday I received the new Foose Charger from IPMS for FREE! All I have to do is build it, take some pics, and write a review. You know the old saying, "If it's for free, it's for me". Price sure is right! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyjim Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 You got that right, Tony. If you're an IPMS member, sign up for the Reviewer Corps and get FREE models. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeeBee Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 (edited) Geoff - I'm curious as to how the kits are overall...how do they compare to the Revell and Tamiya for example? Haven't got round to building them yet, but a good look at the parts and the instructions makes me want to get round to building them sooner than I had planned, the Tamiya '66 Beetle which I built a few years ago looks a great model when built, but I did have a few problems with it, what I don't like about Tamiya kits, and this is just my personal view, is the simplified interiors, as with the Mini Cooper, Citroen 2CV, you don't get any seat frames, and some other interior detail parts are just not supplied, now with the Revell versions you get a lot more interior detail, o.k, other items like wheel hubs and brake detail are a little more basic on the Revell models, but lets face it, you don't see at all once the model is put together, where as you do notice the detail in the interior, especially if the model is a convertible, like the Beetle Revell has just released, I will do a Tamiya-Revell comparison once I have built the Revell versions, but if they build up as good as the 998 MK1 Mini Cooper did, then they will both be cracking models Edited October 1, 2013 by GeeBee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DSHWoodworks Posted October 2, 2013 Share Posted October 2, 2013 I picked up a few things at Sundays show. 66' Nova Pro Street, 55' Chevy Pro Sportsman. Had to get them after seeing the pro street cars at the show. Coke machine and Tool cabinet from Scale Modeling by Chris who is part of the Detroit Resin Automotive Group, great bunch of guys who do some amazing work. I got those for a garage diorama I want to build this winter. I am sure I will be getting more things from them. A Tweedy Pie 2 Kit in a bag for $5 couldn't pass that up after being inspired by the Tweedy Pie in the show. A couple of grab bags of parts, mostly motor parts i will use for who knows what...lol and a few sets of wheels to try on some future builds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MsDano85gt Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 I need some ford exp's to company my ford escorts and other small fwd 80's and 90's vehicles I got yesterday 3 more fox mustangs of course! 1) the mpc 84 mustang ( molded red sparkle plastic) build up I need to restore! 2) complete silver mpc 84 svo (silver molded) 3) complete with box hot rod series cobra fox mustang very interesting kit has a capri rear bumper, the flared fender body, the McLaren front bumper and hood, and sail panels that are neither mustang sails. nor capri sail panels just "filler" sail panels very cool nonetheless would love to get more of them! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b_lever1 Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 (edited) Foose 64 Impala and 41 Willys street rod should be fun A Foose Willys LOL Edited October 3, 2013 by b_lever1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony T Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 Haven't got round to building them yet, but a good look at the parts and the instructions makes me want to get round to building them sooner than I had planned, the Tamiya '66 Beetle which I built a few years ago looks a great model when built, but I did have a few problems with it, what I don't like about Tamiya kits, and this is just my personal view, is the simplified interiors, as with the Mini Cooper, Citroen 2CV, you don't get any seat frames, and some other interior detail parts are just not supplied, now with the Revell versions you get a lot more interior detail, o.k, other items like wheel hubs and brake detail are a little more basic on the Revell models, but lets face it, you don't see at all once the model is put together, where as you do notice the detail in the interior, especially if the model is a convertible, like the Beetle Revell has just released, I will do a Tamiya-Revell comparison once I have built the Revell versions, but if they build up as good as the 998 MK1 Mini Cooper did, then they will both be cracking models I'll probably pick up one or both of these anyways...still need to get the Tamiya 66 as well...got too many projects that I absolutely want to build first, but you never know!! I'll watch for your builds whenever you get to them! You got that right, Tony. If you're an IPMS member, sign up for the Reviewer Corps and get FREE models. I might have to join IPMS...hmmm... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingSix Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 (edited) The Postman was good to me today.. so was Craigslist.. it pays to surf CL .. Edited October 3, 2013 by KingSix Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyjim Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 I'll probably pick up one or both of these anyways...still need to get the Tamiya 66 as well...got too many projects that I absolutely want to build first, but you never know!! I'll watch for your builds whenever you get to them! I might have to join IPMS...hmmm... We had a really good deal with the Florida Auto & Scale Trucks club (FAST). If a FAST member paid the $25 to join IPMS through the chapter, they got a Jeep CJ7 kit right away and then if they signed up for the Reviewer Corps, they got more free kits. So do the math - $25 annual IPMS dues minus a Jeep kit ($20.00), minus 6 kits a year ($120), and you're way ahead of the game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Modlbldr Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 (edited) Nice haul, KingSix. Those 53 Fords are nice kits. I'd love to get more of them. Later- Edited October 3, 2013 by Modlbldr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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