Tamiya Datsun 280ZX RM Mk.2 (1980)

The Datsun 280ZX was the second offering in the Racing Master series from Tamiya. (more…)
Originally posted 2008-02-03 11:08:48.
Tamiya Ford F150 Ranger XLT (1981)

This was an unusual combination of the Sand Scorcher/Rough Rider buggy chassis with a pickup truck body. (more…)
Originally posted 2007-10-09 18:47:56.
Tamiya Frog (1983)

The Tamiya Frog was one of Tamiya’s early plastic buggies that marked the end of the “heavy metal” era of off-road RC vehicles. (more…)
Originally posted 2008-02-12 12:27:53.
Tamiya Subaru Brat (1983, 2007)

Tamiya’s re-issue initiative continues to bring back the oldies. The Subaru Brat was originally issued in 1983 and has been re-issued in 2007. As expected, the re-issue remains very faithful to the original while adding a few improvements.
Originally posted 2009-02-08 20:04:28.
Wild Willy (1982)

One of the early plastic off-road buggies for Tamiya, the Wild Willy was often referred to as a “stunt vehicle”, because of it’s ability to frequently wear out rear tires doing never-ending wheelies. (more…)
Originally posted 2008-09-22 10:48:57.
Tamiya Lancia 037 Rally (1983, 2001)

This one gets my vote for “most improved Tamiya re-issue”, after replacing the ungainly Frog chassis-based Lancia of the early 80′s. (more…)
Originally posted 2008-10-29 18:13:47.
Tamiya Lamborghini (1978)

The Tamiya Lamborghini RC model must be seen to be fully appreciated. Â The body is extremely detailed, as the other models from this era, but with the added touch of accurate, scale wheels and tires.
(more…)
Originally posted 2008-05-12 14:18:42.
Tamiya Toyota Celica LB Turbo Gr.5 (1978)

Exploring amongst the many cubby-holes at my favorite hobby shop, Penn Valley Hobby Center in Lansdale, PA, I came across this complete example of a well used Celica LB Turbo in a box of used radio gear. Â Of course, I had to rescue it. (more…)
Originally posted 2008-06-02 10:43:26.
Tamiya XR311 (1977, 2001)

The XR311 was Tamiya’s first off-road vehicle and its first kit with a fully independent suspension. (more…)
Originally posted 2008-07-20 20:42:02.
Tamiya Porsche 934 (1976)

In 1976, Tamiya stormed on to the R/C car scene with the 1/12 scale Porsche 934. (more…)
Originally posted 2007-09-21 14:04:31.



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