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Recently announced by Kyosho is a 1966 Volkswagen Beetle Mini-Z MR-04 Readyset. Designed for serious scale realism, and using Kyosho’s sporty MR-04 chassis, this new addition to the Mini-Z line-up is sure to produce smiles wherever its driven. Here’s some highlights- * Starts shipping in July * Readyset that has fully assembled chassis, body and transmitter * Ultra reliable multi-function Syncro KT-531P transmitter * [...]
Coming soon from Tamiya is the 1/10th scaled Volkswagen Golf Ii Gti 16V. Featuring a highly scale realistic body, and sitting on Tamiya’s long proven MB-01 chassis, this Tamiya Golf is perfect for long days at the park bashing. Here are the highlights- * Expected to start shipping in April * Realistic front motor, front drive configuration * Choice of three different wheelbases * [...]
New from HackFab is the 1/18th scaled Da Bug Clear Lexan Body. The Da Bug is sized to fit 18th scalers and comes in clear awaiting your custom livery. Here are the highlights- * Re-release from the original BRP mold (BRP #259) * Formed from tough .030 Lexan * Originally released for the BRP SC Fun WONS * Also fits BRP Super Oval Outlaws [...]
Recently uploaded by Tamiya is a promotional video for their upcoming 1/10 Blitzer Beetle (2011) re-release. The classic Blitzer Beetle helped to get thousands of people started in the rc hobby and now it’s back for your bashing enjoyment. Watch the video below to see the Blitzer Beetle in action driving on pavement, grass, and sand. Use this link to get [...]
New from the Pro-Line crew is a 1/18 Volkswagen Baja Bug Clear Body. This hot looking Bug body is made to fit trucks like the Losi Mini-T 2.0 and has been modeled after P-L’s 1/10th version of the Baja Bug. Here are the highlights- * Classic VW Bug styling with Baja flair * Simulated engine detailing * Optional add-on spoiler * Officially licensed by [...]
Coming to a hobby shop near you soon is the Tamiya VW Golf MK.2 GTI 16V Rally Kit with MF-01X Chassis. Tamiya has faithfully recreated the MK2 GTI in rally race car form and is a great choice for on-road, or off, with its MF-01X chassis. Here are more highlights- * Lightweight polycarbonate body * Plastic molded scale side mirrors and bumper * [...]
Now shipping from Rochobby is the 1/12 The People’s Car RTR in Gray. The folks at Rochobby not only made an impeccably scaled body, but also loaded The People’s Car with next-gen scale accessories. Check out these highlights- * Civilian version of the Beetle * Scale looking Boxer air-cooled engine cover * Engine fan rotates, fan is driven by belt * 2-speed transmission, switchable [...]
The crew at Pro-Line has announced a new 1/10 Volkswagen Beetle Clear Body for 12.3″ wheelbase scale crawlers. The new VW body can certainly give your scale crawler a unique new look, while also increasing on-trail performance. Check out these highlights- * Fully licensed by Volkswagen * Mimics full-size bugs competing in off-road competitions * Iconic bug body shape * Ideal approach & departure [...]
Now shipping from APlastics is a 1/10 Golf Mk2 Clear Body. Sporting a classic look, and sized to fit most 1/10 touring cars, the sporty Golf Mk2 body is ready for racing, or for cul-de-sac bashing. Here are the details- * Molded from durable polycarbonate * Width – 195mm * Wheelbase – 259mm * Includes light buckets * Decal sheet * Window masks are included * Protective [...]
Just announced by Tamiya is the re-release of their Volkswagen Golf Racing Gr.2 Kit. The VW was first released in 2013, but is now back for all you collectors and Golf racing fans. Here are more highlights- * Uses Tamiya’s M-05S FWD chassis * Highly detailed polycarbonate body * Low center of gravity design * 4 wheel independent suspension * Racing slick tires The Tamiya Volkswagen [...]
Recently uploaded by RocHobby is a promotional video for their 1/12 TYPE82E Kommandeurwagen Beetle. The RocHobby Beetle has some insane amounts of scale realism and comes completely pre-assembled and pre-painted for your bashing pleasure. Watch below to see the RocHobby Beetle venture over rough terrain with precision and grace, showing you just how scale realistic it can look while out [...]
New from Pro-Line is a promotional video for their Volkswagen Drag Bug Body & Slot Mag Drag Wheels. P-L’s Drag Bug is sure to be one of the hottest bodies on the line this summer, check out the video below to learn more about which cars that it fits, plus you get to see it in action. The P-L VW [...]
Now here is a hot new release, a Volkswagen Drag Bug 1/10 Clear Body from the crew at Pro-Line. The P-L team has been teasing the Drag Bug for a few weeks, now we can finally take a look at just how gorgeous it is. Sporting a huge rear wing and scale realistic highlights, we are going to be seeing [...]
Saw over the weekend, Pro-Line Racing is teasing a Volkswagen Bug Drag car body! Pro-Line has done a number of off-road VW Bug bodies over the years, and they all look great. We can’t wait to see what the no-prep drag car version looks like! As soon as we get more details, part number and price, we will let you [...]
The news out of Tamiya today includes the re-release of their VW Scirocco GT24 R-Line. This classic Volkswagen packs plenty of attitude and rides on Tamiya’s shaft driven 4wd TT-01E chassis. A detailed polycarbonate body comes standard, as does front and rear gear style differentials. The VW Scirocco GT24 R-Line has a part number of #58508 and you can click on [...]
