Chuck Most Posted November 25, 2014 Posted November 25, 2014 Funny you should ask. Yeah... I know! Asking a question about a particular kit, in a particular thread devoted to that kit. Bizarre, huh?
highway Posted November 25, 2014 Posted November 25, 2014 I thought it come out with a Peterbilt? There was a version from Revell AG that it was with a Pete 359 (the base kit for the Can Do wrecker) and was the "Prestige" version. I have also seen another combo version in Testors packaging that had two early 80s Camaros on the box art and may have been included in the kit, but I can't remember the power unit for that combo set.
ZIL 111V Posted December 10, 2014 Posted December 10, 2014 Funny to see that the Revell Auto Transporter, Pete "Black Majic", KW K100 Aerodyne & Prestige sets, were all developed by Revell in L.A. back in 1982'83 & since the second half of the 80's all went to Germany where they still are today.
tbill Posted December 12, 2014 Posted December 12, 2014 this got lost in the change over, but here is the prestige kit with the pete, Camaro and firebird,
Petetrucker07 Posted December 12, 2014 Posted December 12, 2014 (edited) That would be really cool if they would release or re-release it with the aerodyne. Edited December 12, 2014 by Petetrucker07
Christopher J Posted January 31, 2015 Posted January 31, 2015 (edited) I work in dispatch for a car hauling company, the trailer looks like it was modeled after Catrell Quick loaders and Boydstans. This style is still used by companies we broker to, mostly 7 car set ups. I definitely want a couple of these!! Only change I'd probably make is removing the chains and making something to resemble the straps used on the tires. Edited January 31, 2015 by Christopher J
disabled modeler Posted January 31, 2015 Posted January 31, 2015 Id be too happy just to get the trailer kit....been after one for years...figured it would be a fitting way to display some of my dads oldies on in a case.
Petetrucker07 Posted April 16, 2015 Posted April 16, 2015 Just preordered 2 from a LHS. From what they were told by their supplier, this trailer is due to be released this month or next month. MSRP of 39.99.
JohnU Posted May 3, 2015 Posted May 3, 2015 Glad this one is coming back at a reasonable price. Been bidding these on Ebay for awhile but back off when the price gets stupid high!
zaina Posted May 23, 2015 Posted May 23, 2015 Just picked one up a hobbytown today. A little disappointed that the wheels aren't chrome plated but the tires have nice sidewall markings.
kilrathy10 Posted May 23, 2015 Posted May 23, 2015 Just picked one up a hobbytown today. A little disappointed that the wheels aren't chrome plated but the tires have nice sidewall markings.So it's out, NOW??
zaina Posted May 23, 2015 Posted May 23, 2015 So it's out, NOW?? Yep!!! I didn't think it was yet so it was a surprise when I saw it on the shelf.
Edsel-Dan Posted May 23, 2015 Posted May 23, 2015 This kit Never had Chrome parts. I have an Original! Not sure it was offered here first, then shipped off to Rev-Germany to become so Expensive!!!!! Glad it is Back out and MUCH Cheaper!!! I Just hope the tire compound is better!! Those on my Original have Rotted out!!! I Can not complete the build!!!!
Platerpants Posted May 23, 2015 Posted May 23, 2015 No chrome no biggie because the shelby blue crew's current flatbed has blue wheels.
Petetrucker07 Posted May 23, 2015 Posted May 23, 2015 Moebius can remedy the chrome rims problem. Glad I know about that now. I gotta order more rims and tires.
kilrathy10 Posted May 23, 2015 Posted May 23, 2015 (edited) Not sure what's going on, but Megahobby has them set up for preorder, but Tower Hobbies has them discontinued....Oh well...I guess Megahobby wins out, this time....Moebius can remedy the chrome rims problem. Glad I know about that now. I gotta order more rims and tires.Amen, Brother.... Edited May 23, 2015 by kilrathy10
Luc Janssens Posted May 23, 2015 Posted May 23, 2015 I have the prestige Car Transport edition (Pete & trailer, no cars) the copyright says '82, but I bought new in promotion at a local big box store in '93, for the amount of 1299 Belgian Frank ($35) and it includes chrome wheels for the trailer. Will take pics and post later....
Petetrucker07 Posted May 23, 2015 Posted May 23, 2015 I'll double your money on that. I'll even go a little more. I'll give ya 80 dollars US for it. LOL.
highway Posted May 24, 2015 Posted May 24, 2015 Just picked one up a hobbytown today. A little disappointed that the wheels aren't chrome plated but the tires have nice sidewall markings. This kit Never had Chrome parts. I have an Original! Not sure it was offered here first, then shipped off to Rev-Germany to become so Expensive!!!!! Glad it is Back out and MUCH Cheaper!!! I Just hope the tire compound is better!! Those on my Original have Rotted out!!! I Can not complete the build!!!! Yeah, as Luc said about his Prestige set, the previous issue of just the trailer released in the mid 2000s had the wheels chromed also. An idea since the wheels aren't chromed in the latest issue, there are ten hole steel wheels that look just like the Alcoa aluminum that could be painted to match or contrast the trailer for a slightly custom look.
Edsel-Dan Posted May 24, 2015 Posted May 24, 2015 I stand corrected on the 'Never having Chrome parts' line But, My Original issue Trailer Only did Not have any Chrome parts at all. I am Curious though as to which other parts besides the rims were chromed in the "Prestiege Carriers" Cab & Trailer issue.
highway Posted May 25, 2015 Posted May 25, 2015 I stand corrected on the 'Never having Chrome parts' line But, My Original issue Trailer Only did Not have any Chrome parts at all. I am Curious though as to which other parts besides the rims were chromed in the "Prestiege Carriers" Cab & Trailer issue. I'm not 100% sure Dan, but I think it may have had tools that went in the storage area in the belly that were chromed too. I don't have mine here right now to check, it is in storage right now.
Edsel-Dan Posted May 25, 2015 Posted May 25, 2015 IF I remember, I can pull the box out for Mine later when I get ready to crash out for the day It is in my room Trailer is out here, just blocked!!! Wish I had a Better camera, the one I use does NOT like indoor use! Plus, it is a FIRST gen digital only 1.3 MP!!
BirdWatcher Posted May 30, 2015 Posted May 30, 2015 My LHS called and said I could pick mine up today...unfortunately I'm stuck at work. I'll pick it up tomorrow for sure!
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