Matt Bacon Posted February 24, 2014 Share Posted February 24, 2014 Two of Japan's finest ever sports cars, both products of their era, both designed by the same guy, Albrecht Goertz. The 2000GT was a Yamaha proposal which Nissan turned down, and Toyota didn't. The Z-car is Datsun through and through... What a lovely car, and what a great kit... bestest, M. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martinfan5 Posted February 24, 2014 Share Posted February 24, 2014 Very nice, what kit ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Bacon Posted February 24, 2014 Author Share Posted February 24, 2014 Sorry... they're both the Hasegawa kits... ...and now the 240ZG It's not as beautiful a car as the 2000GT, but I like its style and even the colour. That front overhang is a bit much, but it does lend it a real "shark-like" look. Still, I wouldn't say no if I found one for sale! (and I'd better replace that rear offside wheel badge that's moved during the photo session. Rats!) bestest, M. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Bacon Posted February 24, 2014 Author Share Posted February 24, 2014 ...and finally, compare and contrast: bestest, M. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Bacon Posted February 24, 2014 Author Share Posted February 24, 2014 They may both be curbside, but I think these are fantastic kits by Hasegawa. I've previously built the Miura and the 250 Testa Rossa, and these two models have just confirmed Hasegawa's position as my personal #1 maker for car kits. They are precise fitting, well-engineered (not overcomplicated but as detailed as is needed, wherever it's needed), and really look like their full-size prototypes. Highly recommended. Build thread is here: http://www.modelcarsmag.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85404 bestest, M. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jordan 191 Posted February 24, 2014 Share Posted February 24, 2014 Wonderful builds! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Stock Posted February 24, 2014 Share Posted February 24, 2014 Superb Matt, I could kick myself I had the chance to buy a racing version of the Hasegawa Toyota 2000gt a few months back for £10 and I turned it down....wish I didn't now its a beautiful looking car, you have done a very good job on both of these. Now give me the keys to that Toyota !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted February 24, 2014 Share Posted February 24, 2014 Super nice builds.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Bacon Posted February 24, 2014 Author Share Posted February 24, 2014 Thanks, guys! Gary -- that is a shame! I suspect the race version has the parts for the street version as well -- there are certainly a few marked "not for use" in my street version. There's also a "super detail" version with full engine -- and you should REALLY kick yourself if it was one of those you passed up for a tenner! ;-P bestest, M. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Stock Posted February 24, 2014 Share Posted February 24, 2014 (edited) Thanks, guys! Gary -- that is a shame! I suspect the race version has the parts for the street version as well -- there are certainly a few marked "not for use" in my street version. There's also a "super detail" version with full engine -- and you should REALLY kick yourself if it was one of those you passed up for a tenner! ;-P bestest, I did pick up a Fujimi Enthusiast (yes the kit with a ton of parts) Ferrari Daytona Speciale and a Fujimi curbside Ford GT40 for £15 the pair now thats a bargain! Edited February 24, 2014 by Mr Stock Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris White Posted February 24, 2014 Share Posted February 24, 2014 really nice builds Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skydime Posted February 25, 2014 Share Posted February 25, 2014 Wonderful replicas of these cars! They look so realistic! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erik Smith Posted February 25, 2014 Share Posted February 25, 2014 Two great looking models. The GT is one of my favorite designs - and yours is a great replica. I like the color with the dark wheels too. Zs are great little cars - but those stock wheel covers they used are plain ugly. Fantastic model though. Great work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helix Posted February 25, 2014 Share Posted February 25, 2014 Nicely done Matt, both look impressive Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prince Ital Mike Posted February 25, 2014 Share Posted February 25, 2014 Both of them are simply beautiful. Great work! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beeRS Posted February 25, 2014 Share Posted February 25, 2014 Love these two cars! Thanks for sharing the pictures with us Matt - you've done a fine job! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danno Posted February 25, 2014 Share Posted February 25, 2014 Excellent! Both. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S. Svendsen Posted February 25, 2014 Share Posted February 25, 2014 Very nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry P. Posted February 25, 2014 Share Posted February 25, 2014 Beautifully done! They look good together! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dino246gt Posted February 25, 2014 Share Posted February 25, 2014 Beautiful builds, both! Great job!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peekay Posted February 25, 2014 Share Posted February 25, 2014 Great looking duo! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plastheniker Posted February 26, 2014 Share Posted February 26, 2014 Beautifully executed! Both kits that are not seen very often when finished. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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