Billschneider64 Posted November 21, 2018 Share Posted November 21, 2018 Does anyone have any knowledge of this kit? What is the parts count? How well does it build? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommy124 Posted November 21, 2018 Share Posted November 21, 2018 I guess you mean the Entex kit? Listed on Scalemates (https://www.scalemates.com/kits/208463-entex-industries-9048-porsche-924) but only general information there. Google images show open-box images (Ebay, Worthpoint) based on which my guess would be that the kit contains around 80-100 parts... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Van Posted November 21, 2018 Share Posted November 21, 2018 Looks pretty close to Tamiya. I have a mint kit so can't speak to how it builds but it's a Japanese kit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Kourouklis Posted November 26, 2018 Share Posted November 26, 2018 Well, there were a couple Bandai versions, right? I'm just trying to recall what made it to Entex packaging, because iIrc, the Turbo just had an engine bay insert while the n/a had complete engine detail. Got a clean Bandai 924 unassembled (and NOT for sale) if anyone wants pics. With all-opening panels, I'd put parts count at around 150+ for this one with a complete engine. Kinda par for the course between this, the Jag XJ and the Lotus Esprit, all Bandai-tooled at 1/16 and Entex-boxed at one point or another. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LotusGuy238 Posted November 26, 2018 Share Posted November 26, 2018 I have the Bandai 1/16 Porsche 924 in an open box if anyone wants detailed pictures of what is inside. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Kourouklis Posted November 27, 2018 Share Posted November 27, 2018 Turns out none of us was even close on the parts count for the n/a version: 249 on a conservative, one-pass count thru the instructions sheet, inclusive of various tubes and wires in the engine bay. Here's what greets you on opening a Bandai box: though many of the ones you come across in auctions might be missing the inner box dividers. Here's the parts layout as seen in the instructions: The engine/exhaust tree is satin plated and the lens reflectors are chrome. The four suspension pieces at the bottom are die cast metal. Not pictured are non-functional suspension coil springs, fastener screws and rubber tires. Not much to say personally about fit, but a model seemed to go together decently for the instructions and box cover. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foxer Posted November 27, 2018 Share Posted November 27, 2018 Thanks for those photos, Chuck. I'm 924/944 Fixated because of five owned, but only 2 out of build mode projects. This scale is too large for my preferences but looks like a nice kit and would make a good looking model. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Kourouklis Posted November 28, 2018 Share Posted November 28, 2018 Sure thing, Mike! Caught a wild hare about some Bandai 1/16 a while back and hunted a few down. This one may be the best overall of the group. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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