1963 Lotus 25 - The F1 Champion's Car (Double Build: Chassis & Complete Car)

[Plastheniker]

Hi,

My old instruction sheet says that Tamiya released this 1/20 kit almost 20 years ago. Nevertheless I remember building both models quite well.

When I buy a Tamiya kit I expect a top class kit, all the more as 20 years ago the German Tamiya sole importer kept prices very high.

I can't say that I was completely disappointed. As usual fit, realism and instruction sheet were excellent. I was, however, disappointed by some simplifications that I didn't expect in a Tamiya kit e. g.

• the common pedal support was rather crude,

• the shift linkage (clearly visible on the real car) was missing completely,

• no ignition cables and brake hoses,

• the box-like mesh on top of the intake trumpets was replicated by a box of clear plastic - really anachronistic when PE parts had already become a feature of many kits.

Really annoying were the poor surfaces of most chromed parts. Uneven and with conspicious seams I either replaced them by real metal or sanded and foiled them.

 

All in all the kit required more effort than expected, but standing side by side with my 8 pairs of superdetailed 1/20 Casadio/Revival GP models this pair makes an interesting completion.

 

Edited March 11, 2016 by Plastheniker

[bbowser]

Outstanding as always.  I really look forward to your replicas.  With the right backround it would be tough to tell it wasn't 1:1.

[Greg Myers]

Very nice in spite of the kit short comings. 

[bondo bill]

great work

[Hubert Rollins]

Nice model, excellent skills on display here.

[Helix]

Very nice!

[Miatatom]

Once again, Jurgen, you've done an excellent job. Beautiful!

[Crusader101]

Beautiful build!

[Dann Tier]

You always make'em look real!, excellent job and detail as always!!

[kargirl]

Amazing build!

[ChrisR]

Looks great!

[peekay]

Another beautiful replica!

[花火]

oh my.. very beautiful work!

[GeeBee]

Superb build .....

[Nacho Z]

You are one great modeler!  I always enjoy looking over your latest creation.  This one is no exception.  Great job!

[afx]

Very nice.

[2whl]

Outstanding job on this kit, Jurgen.  I would have to agree with all of your observations on the kit.

[Plastheniker]

Thanks for your replies and thanks for the compliments!

[traditional]

Jurgen,  As always, your modeling skill, attention to detail,, and your photography are strictly 'first class'.  A treat to behold.

[vintagercr]

Beautiful!

[Belugawrx]

Another beautiful build Jurgen !

Well Done, Sir.

[Silver Foxx]

Super neat build , great detail work , your work is always so awesome .

[Ack! Ack-ack!]

Great idea + great skills = great models

Toll!

[Ulbo]

I do not see any diference between real car and your model. Absolute stunning details and perfect job!!!

[Shardik]

I have a profound appreciation for the F1 cars of this era.  The sleek, functional simplicity made these cars things of beauty.  You have, very capably, captured the true essence of this automotive sculpture.  Bravo!