{"title":"Italeri Car Kits","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"italeri-fiat-mefistofele-1-12-scale","title":"Italeri - FIAT MEFISTOFELE 1\/12 Scale","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eItaleri FIAT Mefistofele 21706 c.c. — 1:12 Scale Model Kit\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe FIAT Mefistofele began with the chassis of a 1908 FIAT SB4 racing car. Eldridge lengthened and strengthened it, then installed a 21.7-liter FIAT A.12 Bis inline six-cylinder aircraft engine producing approximately 320 horsepower.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAt 1,800 rpm.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOn July 12, 1924, Eldridge drove this extraordinary machine to 146.01 mph on a public road near Arpajon, France, establishing a new world land-speed record. It is widely regarded as the final land-speed record set on an ordinary public road—which was probably a sensible place to stop.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eItaleri recreates this mechanical experiment in imposing 1:12 scale. With more than 500 components and a completed length of approximately 17.7 inches, it is part automobile model, part aircraft-engine model, and part evidence that the 1920s approached safety rather differently.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Aircraft Engine Is the Main Event\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAlmost everything about the Mefistofele was built around its enormous FIAT A.12 Bis powerplant.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe liquid-cooled inline-six displaced 21,706 cc and used four valves and four spark plugs per cylinder. Originally designed for aircraft, it occupied most of the car’s considerable length and required Eldridge to extend the old SB4 chassis to accommodate it.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eItaleri devotes approximately 200 parts to the engine and its associated equipment. The assembly includes the massive cylinder block, exposed valve gear, spark plugs, ignition leads, magnetos, intake components, fuel system, cooling pipes, oil lines, and numerous fittings.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAll 24 spark-plug leads are individually represented. Vinyl tubing and copper wire reproduce the complicated network of cables and plumbing running around the engine. Separate connectors, rails, and fittings add further layers of detail.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe two long hood panels can be displayed open, allowing the finished engine to remain fully visible. Closing them after assembling all of this would be historically acceptable but emotionally questionable.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.cybermodeler.com\/hobby\/builds\/it\/images\/it_4701_09.jpg\" alt=\"Italeri 4701 1\/12 Fiat Mefistofele Build Image 09\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilt Like an Edwardian Machine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBeneath the narrow body is a full-length ladder chassis with substantial crossmembers and mechanical components.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe kit reproduces the front and rear axles, leaf springs, friction dampers, steering box, steering linkages, transmission, braking controls, fuel tank, radiator, and enormous rear-wheel chain drive. The chains are assembled from separate components and remain prominent on either side of the rear axle, just as they were on the original car.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMany of the principal assemblies are secured with miniature screws rather than cement alone. Italeri supplies multiple sizes of screws along with springs, tubing, wire, rope, and other multimedia components in a compartmented accessory box.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe steering mechanism is designed to operate, allowing the front wheels to turn through the detailed mechanical linkage. The suspension, controls, and exposed chassis equipment give the finished model the appearance of a machine built before automobiles learned to conceal how they worked.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/3274\/0198\/files\/imgi_151_IT-4701S3.jpg?v=1786649436\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFour Wheels, Several Hundred Components\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe large spoked wheels are constructed from multiple overlapping sections to create convincing depth and a suitably fine appearance.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThey are fitted with separate rubber tires carrying raised Dunlop lettering. At 1:12 scale, the narrow tires, tall wheels, leaf springs, and exposed chain drive become substantial modeling subjects rather than details molded somewhere beneath a body shell.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe tall radiator features the prominent white FIAT name. Italeri supplies an adhesive stencil to assist with painting the lettering cleanly—a small provision that may prevent a disproportionately large amount of muttering.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Cockpit Without Distractions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe driving position is as sparse as one would expect from a car designed for only one purpose.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe kit includes the exposed steering column, pedals, control levers, transmission controls, simple dashboard, instruments, seat, wooden floorboards, and surrounding body structure. Mechanical linkages run through and beneath the cockpit, making the controls visibly connected to the rest of the machine.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWood-grain surfaces, brass-colored fittings, metal components, and leather details provide welcome contrast to the long red body. Genuine leather material is supplied for the hood straps, complete with finely molded buckles and mounting hardware.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe huge side exhaust includes rope wrapping, which can be stained and weathered to reproduce the heat-darkened appearance of the original. Between the leather, rope, rubber, metal hardware, copper wire, and wood finishes, the model offers considerably more texture than the average plastic car kit.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/3274\/0198\/files\/imgi_177_it_4701_03.jpg?v=1786649436\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Familiar Restored Mefistofele\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe surviving Mefistofele was eventually acquired by FIAT and restored for its historic collection. Today it is preserved at the Centro Storico FIAT in Turin.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eItaleri’s model captures the car in its familiar restored configuration and red finish. The long hood, high rear body, exposed frame, brass radiator, spoked wheels, and immense exhaust create a silhouette unlike anything produced before or since.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eA decal sheet supplies the limited exterior and instrument markings required by the subject. Clear material, painting masks, and the extensive multimedia accessory set complete the presentation.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThere are more colorful racing liveries.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThere are few cars that look as though they might frighten the building in which they are displayed.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/cCoKA4CgrEo?si=Xcc7cQOeAkRxexr9\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKit Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eLarge 1:12 scale multimedia model kit\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eMore than 500 components\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eApproximately 17.7 inches (45 cm) long when completed\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eFIAT Mefistofele in its familiar restored configuration\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eHighly detailed 21,706 cc FIAT A.12 Bis aircraft engine\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eApproximately 200 engine components\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eDetailed exposed valve gear\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eIndividually represented spark plugs and ignition leads\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eExtensive engine plumbing and wiring\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eOpening two-piece hood\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eFull-length ladder chassis\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eDetailed transmission and rear-wheel chain drive\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eSeparately assembled chain components\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eDetailed front and rear axles\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eLeaf-spring suspension and friction dampers\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eFunctional steering mechanism\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eMulti-piece spoked wheels\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eRealistic rubber tires with raised Dunlop lettering\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eDetailed radiator with FIAT painting stencil\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eComplete driving controls and mechanical linkages\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eDetailed cockpit and dashboard\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eWood-grain floor and trim components\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eGenuine leather material for the hood straps\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eRope material for the wrapped exhaust\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eVinyl hoses and insulated wire\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eCopper wire for pipes and connections\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eMetal springs and multiple sizes of assembly screws\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eCompartmented accessory box\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eDecal sheet and clear parts\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eFull illustrated assembly instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eItaleri Skill Level 5\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cem\u003eAssembly, paint, and cement are required and sold separately.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e","brand":"Italeri","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42957653639270,"sku":"ITA4701","price":170.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/3274\/0198\/files\/4701_3d-box_lr_382074fe-4f17-4d43-bd85-95bf8c8e4d51.jpg?v=1759503544"},{"product_id":"italeri-fiat-806-grand-prix-1-12-scale","title":"Italeri 4702 - FIAT 806 GRAND PRIX 1:12 Scale","description":"\u003ch1\u003eItaleri 4702 – Fiat 806 Grand Prix – 1:12 Scale Model Kit\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOne Race Was Enough\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDesigned for the new 1.5-liter Grand Prix regulations, the 806 made its only competitive appearance at Monza on September 4, 1927. Pietro Bordino drove the bright-red No. 15 to victory in the Milan Grand Prix, finishing more than a minute ahead of the opposition and recording the fastest lap of the meeting.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFiat then withdrew from Grand Prix racing and ordered the car destroyed.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Predecessor of the Modern Grand Prix Car\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Fiat 806 looked startlingly different from the tall, upright racing machines of its era. Its body sat low between the chassis rails, while the engine and transmission were positioned to reduce the center of gravity and frontal area.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe driver sat low and slightly offset, enclosed in a narrow single-seat cockpit. Even the steering wheel was flattened at the top and bottom to make more room.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThis compact arrangement anticipated the basic architecture of later Grand Prix and Formula One cars. Only one chassis was constructed, making the 806 one of the rarest and most historically significant racing cars ever produced.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTwelve Cylinders From Just 1.5 Liters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBeneath the long bonnet was Fiat’s remarkable Type 406 engine: a supercharged 1,484cc twelve-cylinder powerplant arranged in a “U” configuration.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIt was effectively formed from two parallel six-cylinder banks, each with its own crankshaft, geared together at the rear. The result produced approximately 180 horsepower—an extraordinary figure from such a small displacement in 1927.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFiat claimed a maximum speed exceeding 240 km\/h, or roughly 149 mph. This was achieved in a car equipped with narrow tires, mechanical drum brakes and considerably less concern for personal survival than would be considered customary today.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Complete Large-Scale Mechanical Model\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eItaleri’s impressive 1:12 scale kit recreates the Fiat 806 as a complete mechanical model rather than merely a red body with wheels attached.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eConstruction begins with the twin-rail chassis and continues through the suspension, drivetrain, steering system and finely represented Type 406 engine. Separate cylinder banks, manifolds, piping, transmission components and mechanical fittings create a convincing display when the bonnet panels are left open.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMuch of the model is assembled using the supplied miniature screws, nuts and bolts. This gives the construction process a suitably mechanical character and provides strong connections for the large assemblies.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003efinished model measures approximately 30 cm—nearly 12 inches—in length\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOpen the Bonnet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe multipart bonnet can be displayed open, exposing the highly detailed twelve-cylinder engine and its surrounding pipework.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCopper wire, PVC tubing, springs and separate fittings add texture and depth to the engine compartment. These multimedia components allow careful builders to reproduce fuel lines, control linkages and other details more convincingly than molded plastic alone.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe bonnet may also be installed closed, although concealing a 1:12 scale supercharged U-12 after assembling it feels unnecessarily secretive.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChassis, Suspension and Working Steering\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe kit includes a detailed chassis with separate axles, leaf springs, friction dampers, steering linkage and mechanically operated brake components.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe steering is designed to remain functional, allowing the front wheels to be positioned for display. The large-scale suspension and chassis components are clearly visible beneath the narrow body, making careful painting, metallic finishes and subtle weathering particularly rewarding.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRubber tires feature period tread and sidewall detail, while the delicate spoked wheels capture the purposeful appearance of 1920s Grand Prix machinery.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Cockpit With No Spare Space\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe single-seat cockpit includes the driver’s seat, pedals, gear selector, instrument panel, steering column and distinctive flattened steering wheel.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLeather material is supplied for additional interior detailing, along with fabric for wrapping the steering-wheel rim. A photo-etched floor insert represents the wooden cockpit boards—because apparently sitting beside the driveshaft and fuel system was not enough excitement without polished timber underfoot.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe small windscreen is reproduced using the supplied clear sheet, and masking stickers assist with accurately finishing selected components.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eClassic Italian Racing Red\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe decal sheet provides the markings for Pietro Bordino’s No. 15 Fiat as it appeared at the 1927 Milan Grand Prix.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe uncomplicated red bodywork places particular emphasis on surface preparation and finish. The exposed fasteners, louvers, external suspension and closely fitted bonnet panels give the completed model plenty of visual interest without requiring an advertising department’s worth of sponsor decals.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eA polished race-day finish will emphasize the 806’s elegant lines, while restrained oil staining and mechanical wear can suggest the hurried development of a car that arrived, won and disappeared.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKit Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eLarge 1:12 scale multimedia model kit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eFinished length approximately 30 cm \/ 11.8 in.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eDetailed supercharged Type 406 twelve-cylinder engine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eOpening multipart bonnet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eWorking steering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eComplete chassis and suspension detail\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eSeparate transmission, exhaust and mechanical components\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003ePeriod spoked wheels with detailed rubber tires\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003ePhoto-etched detail parts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eDecals for Pietro Bordino’s No. 15 car\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eMasking stickers and clear sheet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eMiniature screws, nuts and bolts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eLeather, fabric, copper wire, PVC tubing and metal springs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eIllustrated 32-step assembly instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eItaleri Skill Level 5\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFor the Experienced Modeler\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cem\u003eAssembly and painting are required. Paint, plastic cement, cyanoacrylate adhesive and modeling tools are not included.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e","brand":"Italeri","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42957653672038,"sku":"ITA4702","price":169.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/3274\/0198\/files\/4702_box_f003db6d-d41f-4af5-9ba5-53440ca156f4.jpg?v=1759503544"},{"product_id":"italeri-alfa-romeo-8c-2300-monza-1-12-scale","title":"Italeri 4706 - Alfa Romeo 8C 2300 Monza 1:12 Scale","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Alfa That Earned Its Name\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Alfa Romeo 8C 2300 Monza earned the name by winning at Monza.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIn 1931, Giuseppe Campari and Tazio Nuvolari drove Alfa Romeo’s new 8C 2300 to victory in the Italian Grand Prix. The shortened, competition-focused version of the car thereafter became known simply as the “Monza.”\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIt was a racing machine of exceptional beauty, formidable performance and almost complete indifference to comfort. This was reasonable. Comfort had not entered the race.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDesigned by Vittorio Jano\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe 8C 2300 was created under Vittorio Jano, one of the most influential automobile engineers of the period.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAt its heart was a supercharged 2,336cc straight-eight engine. The long powerplant was divided into two four-cylinder blocks, with a central gear train driving the twin overhead camshafts, supercharger and accessories.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThis arrangement reduced stress within the engine while providing impressive power and reliability. Competition versions initially produced approximately 155 horsepower, with later development raising output to around 165 horsepower.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIn a lightweight open car with narrow tires and mechanical drum brakes, that was quite sufficient.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePossibly more than sufficient.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/3274\/0198\/files\/imgi_176_alfa-romeo-8c-2300-monza-italeri-4706-112.jpg?v=1786974270\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShorter, Lighter and Built to Race\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Monza was developed from the short-wheelbase 8C 2300 Spider Corsa.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompared with the touring Roadster, it dispensed with such extravagances as full fenders, running boards and meaningful protection from the weather. Its narrow two-seat body sat on an exposed ladder-frame chassis, with the fuel tank at the rear and a large side exhaust running beside the cockpit.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe second seat could accommodate a riding mechanic, a requirement in some long-distance events. His duties included monitoring the car, assisting the driver and remaining remarkably calm while sitting inches from a supercharged engine’s exhaust.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eModern racing teams generally provide their mechanics with chairs farther away.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVictories Across Europe\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe 8C 2300 became one of the dominant competition cars of the early 1930s.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTazio Nuvolari drove an 8C 2300 to victory in the Targa Florio. The model also won the Mille Miglia in 1932 and 1933, while its long-wheelbase Le Mans relative won the 24-hour race four consecutive times from 1931 through 1934.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMany 8C 2300s were prepared and entered by Scuderia Ferrari, then operating as Alfa Romeo’s racing organization. This was before Ferrari began building its own cars, back when the prancing horse was attached to an Alfa Romeo and nobody found this confusing.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Monza remained competitive in the hands of factory drivers, private entrants and some of the greatest names in prewar motor racing.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMore Than 330 Large-Scale Parts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eItaleri’s impressive 1:12 scale kit recreates the purposeful two-seat Monza with a complete chassis, drivetrain, suspension and supercharged engine.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe kit contains 300 plastic parts and 30 chrome-plated components, together with photo-etched details, rubber tires, metal screws, flexible tubing, wire, cord and nylon mesh.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhen complete, the model measures approximately 32 cm, or 12.6 inches, in length. It is large enough to display the mechanical character of the original car in considerable detail—and large enough that anything assembled crookedly will have nowhere to hide.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/3274\/0198\/files\/imgi_120_4706_Pictures_9-600x400.jpg?v=1786974271\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Complete Supercharged Straight-Eight\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe kit’s centerpiece is the highly detailed 2.3-liter straight-eight engine.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSeparate components reproduce the twin engine blocks, camshaft housings, Roots-type supercharger, intake manifold, exhaust manifold, gearbox and accessories. Flexible tubing and wire are supplied for ignition leads, fluid lines and other visible plumbing.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe engine is fastened into the chassis with supplied screws, providing a sturdy mechanical connection. Additional piping and control linkages connect the engine to the cockpit and surrounding chassis components.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIt becomes a model within the model, which is helpful because the opening bonnet panels allow everyone to inspect it.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOpening Bonnet and Removable Panels\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe multipart cowling can be positioned open to reveal the engine compartment.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAdditional upper body panels can be removed to expose more of the cockpit, mechanical controls and internal structure. This makes the kit especially suitable for a maintenance display or pit-lane diorama.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe long external exhaust can be finished with several styles of heat shielding. Italeri supplies cord for reproducing the wrapped exhaust section intended to protect the occupants from the hot pipe.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e“Do not touch the exhaust” was presumably the rest of the safety system.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/3274\/0198\/files\/imgi_111_4706_Pictures_13-600x400.jpg?v=1786974271\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Chassis and Suspension\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eConstruction begins with the ladder-frame chassis, followed by separate crossmembers, axles, drivetrain and suspension.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe kit reproduces the leaf springs, friction dampers, steering linkage, driveshaft, rear differential and mechanical brake components. Brake lines are included, along with connections running between the instrument panel and their respective mechanical systems.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe front wheels can be steered for display, while the suspension components articulate. Careful assembly and alignment will help ensure that all four wheels meet the ground at the same time—a technical achievement appreciated by Alfa Romeo engineers and model builders alike.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWire Wheels and Racing Tires\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFour detailed rubber tires are mounted on large period wire-style wheels.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe wheels are assembled from separate components representing the hubs, rims and spokes. Their size and exposed position make them one of the model’s most prominent features, particularly when contrasted against the red bodywork and black tires.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe tires include molded tread and sidewall detail appropriate to the period. There is, naturally, very little contact area.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRacing drivers in the 1930s considered this character-building.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Two-Seat Competition Cockpit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe narrow cockpit includes individual seats, pedals, gear lever, handbrake, steering wheel, dashboard and separate instruments.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWiring and tubing can be connected behind the instrument panel, adding convincing depth when the surrounding body panels are removed. Photo-etched components provide finer details, while carefully applied leather, wood and metallic finishes bring variety to the otherwise purposeful interior.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe cockpit contains everything required to drive quickly and almost nothing that might distract from the experience—such as insulation, weather protection or a sensible place for luggage.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRacing Number 28\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe kit includes markings and adhesive paint masks for the No. 28 competition car.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe masks allow the large white racing numbers to be painted directly onto the red bodywork, creating a more authentic finish than conventional decals alone. A color instruction sheet provides guidance for the car’s classic Alfa Romeo racing-red scheme and its contrasting mechanical, cockpit and exhaust details.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe relatively simple livery places particular importance on surface preparation and paint quality. There are no sponsor logos available to conceal an unfortunate seam.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/3274\/0198\/files\/imgi_195_2_italerialfaromeo8c2300monzain1_12bouwpakket-scaled.jpg?v=1786973676\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKit Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eLarge 1:12 scale multimedia model kit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e100% new tooling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eFinished length approximately 32 cm \/ 12.6 in.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e300 plastic parts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e30 chrome-plated parts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eHighly detailed supercharged straight-eight engine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eComplete ladder-frame chassis and drivetrain\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eRealistic, articulating suspension\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eSteerable front wheels\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eDetailed mechanical brakes and brake lines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eOpening multipart bonnet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eRemovable upper body panels\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eDetailed two-seat racing cockpit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eFour rubber racing tires\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003ePeriod wire-style wheels\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003ePhoto-etched detail parts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eMetal screws and fasteners\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eFlexible tubing, wire, cord and nylon mesh\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eMultiple exhaust heat-shielding options\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eMarkings and paint masks for racing number 28\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eFull-color assembly and painting instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eItaleri Skill Level 5\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFor the Experienced Modeler\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe large part count and complete mechanical structure reward careful planning. Test-fitting is especially important around the chassis, suspension, engine, bonnet panels and wheels. The combination of molded plastic, chrome-plated parts, photo-etch, tubing and cord also calls for several different adhesives and finishing techniques.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAdvanced builders will find considerable scope for additional wiring, plumbing, fasteners and weathering. The car may be finished as a polished historic racer or given restrained signs of competition use.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cem\u003eAssembly and painting are required. Paint, plastic cement, cyanoacrylate adhesive and modeling tools are not included.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e","brand":"Italeri","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42957653803110,"sku":"ITA4706","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/3274\/0198\/files\/Monza_e9121e6f-3840-430f-8f04-0a0e83496f17.png?v=1759503546"},{"product_id":"italeri-alfa-romeo-8c-2300-1931-1933-110-anniversary-1-12-scale","title":"Italeri 4708 - ALFA ROMEO 8C\/2300 (1931-1933) 110 ANNIVERSARY 1\/12 Scale","description":"\u003ch1\u003eItaleri 4708 – Alfa Romeo 8C 2300 Roadster – 1:12 Scale Model Kit\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Racing Car With License Plates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Alfa Romeo 8C 2300 was one of the greatest sports cars of the 1930s.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIt was fast, technically advanced and successful in nearly every important European road race. It was also available through Alfa Romeo dealers to private customers—provided those customers possessed sufficient money, courage and tolerance for wind noise.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIntroduced in 1931, the 8C 2300 combined genuine competition engineering with elegant two-seat bodywork. Racing versions conquered the Targa Florio, Mille Miglia, Italian Grand Prix and four consecutive editions of the 24 Hours of Le Mans.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eItaleri’s impressive 1:12 scale kit recreates the open two-seat Roadster: less specialized than the Monza racer, but still unmistakably descended from a machine built to cross Sicily before lunch.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEight Cylinders and a Supercharger\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e“8C” referred to the eight-cylinder engine. “2300” referred to its approximate displacement. Marketing departments were apparently much smaller in 1931.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDesigned under legendary engineer Vittorio Jano, the 2,336cc straight-eight used two four-cylinder blocks joined by a central gear train. This arrangement drove the twin overhead camshafts and the Roots-type supercharger while reducing the length and torsional stress of the crankshaft.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDepending upon specification, the 8C 2300 produced approximately 142 to 155 horsepower. That may sound modest today, but it was delivered through a lightweight chassis, narrow tires and a driving position equipped with very little between the driver and the scenery.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilt to Win Almost Everywhere\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe 8C 2300 made its competition debut in 1931 and immediately began collecting victories.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTazio Nuvolari won the Targa Florio in an 8C 2300. Giuseppe Campari and Nuvolari won the Italian Grand Prix at Monza, leading to the competition version becoming known as the 8C 2300 Monza.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe model also won the Mille Miglia in 1932 and 1933 and dominated Le Mans from 1931 through 1934. During this period, many Alfa Romeos were prepared and entered by Scuderia Ferrari—before Ferrari manufactured its own cars and complicated the matter considerably.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eApproximately 188 examples of the 8C 2300 were produced between 1931 and 1934. Road-going versions allowed fortunate private owners to enjoy much of the competition car’s engineering without having to enter the Targa Florio every time they wanted a ride.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMore Than 350 Parts in 1:12 Scale\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eItaleri’s large multimedia kit includes 320 plastic parts and 30 chrome-plated components, together with photo-etched details, rubber tires, metal screws, tubing, cord and nylon mesh.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe completed model measures approximately 32 cm, or 12.6 inches, in length. At this scale, the 8C’s engineering becomes a major part of the display rather than something vaguely suggested beneath an immovable bonnet.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eConstruction begins with the substantial ladder chassis and continues through the suspension, axles, drivetrain, engine, cockpit and bodywork. Many of the principal assemblies are attached with the supplied screws, providing secure connections and giving the project a suitably mechanical character.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Straight-Eight on Display\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe long bonnet opens to reveal a highly detailed recreation of the supercharged straight-eight engine.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe kit provides separate engine blocks, camshaft housings, supercharger, intake and exhaust components, gearbox and accessory details. Flexible tubing and additional fittings reproduce the prominent plumbing that gave early competition engines the appearance of machinery designed by someone with strong opinions about copper pipe.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCareful painting can distinguish the cast-metal surfaces, polished components, brass fittings, wiring and rubber hoses. The engine and surrounding chassis remain highly visible with the cowling raised, rewarding builders who enjoy detailed mechanical finishing.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eClosing the bonnet is also possible, although it does conceal much of the work. \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Complete Chassis Beneath the Body\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe 8C’s ladder-frame chassis is reproduced with separate crossmembers, axles, drivetrain and suspension components.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe realistic suspension includes leaf springs, friction dampers and period mechanical details. Steering components allow the front wheels to be positioned, giving the finished model a more natural display stance.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe rear axle, driveshaft, exhaust system and underside fittings are all separately represented. Because the car’s narrow body leaves much of its mechanical structure visible, careful chassis painting and restrained weathering contribute considerably to the finished appearance.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWire Wheels and Five Rubber Tires\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLarge wire wheels are among the defining visual features of the 8C 2300.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eItaleri provides five detailed rubber tires, including the externally mounted spare. Separate wheel components reproduce the hubs, rims and spokes, while chrome-plated parts are supplied for selected trim and mechanical fittings.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe large scale makes the wheels especially prominent. It also means that alignment matters. Four wheels pointing in approximately the same direction was regarded as a useful feature even in the 1930s.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAn Interior From a More Optimistic Age\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe open cockpit includes two seats, floor, pedals, gear lever, handbrake, steering column, dashboard and individual instruments.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe separate interior components provide plenty of opportunity for leather tones, wood effects, polished metal and subtle wear. Photo-etched parts add finer details, while the supplied nylon mesh and cord reproduce selected textures that would be difficult to capture convincingly in molded plastic.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe finished cockpit reflects the Roadster’s dual personality: elegant enough for touring, but sufficiently purposeful to remind the passenger that the engine was developed for racing.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eA windscreen was provided. Everything above it remained the responsibility of the atmosphere.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKit Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eLarge 1:12 scale multimedia model kit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eFinished length approximately 32 cm \/ 12.6 in.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e320 plastic parts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e30 chrome-plated parts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eHighly detailed 2,336cc supercharged straight-eight engine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eOpening multipart bonnet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eDetailed ladder-frame chassis\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eRealistic suspension and drivetrain\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003ePositionable steering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eFive detailed rubber tires\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eWire-style wheels with separate components\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eComplete two-seat Roadster cockpit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003ePhoto-etched detail parts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eMetal screws and fasteners\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eFlexible tubing, cord and nylon mesh\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eDecal sheet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eFull-color assembly and painting instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eItaleri Skill Level 5\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFor the Experienced Modeler\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWith more than 350 plastic and chrome-plated parts, a complete engine, separate chassis and multimedia fittings, this is a substantial project intended for experienced modelers.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe large scale provides excellent opportunities for additional wiring, plumbing, surface finishing and weathering. It also makes careful cleanup, alignment and test-fitting particularly important. The chassis, suspension, body and wheels should be checked throughout construction to ensure that everything meets where 1930s Italian engineering intended.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cem\u003eAssembly and painting are required. Paint, plastic cement, cyanoacrylate adhesive and modeling tools are not included.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e","brand":"Italeri","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42957653868646,"sku":"ITA4708","price":156.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/3274\/0198\/files\/ITA4708_532e81ee-2daa-49d1-b67d-3d7cde24c486.jpg?v=1759503546"},{"product_id":"italeri-lancia-stratos-hf-gr-4-monte-carlo-1977-scale-1-12","title":"Italeri - Lancia stratos HF Gr.4 Monte Carlo 1977 - Scale 1:12","description":"\u003ch2\u003eItaleri Lancia Stratos HF Gr.4 Monte Carlo 1977 — 1:12 Scale Model Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLow, compact, and unmistakably shaped by Bertone, the Stratos combined a lightweight chassis with a 2.4-liter Ferrari Dino V6 producing approximately 250 horsepower. The result was one of the most successful—and certainly one of the most recognizable—rally cars ever built.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThis large 1:12 scale kit recreates the Alitalia-sponsored Stratos driven by Sandro Munari and Silvio Maiga to victory in the 1977 Monte Carlo Rally. \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eItaleri developed this kit from entirely \u003cstrong\u003enew tooling\u003c\/strong\u003e, with \u003cstrong\u003emore than 500 parts devoted to the chassis, cockpit, suspension, bodywork, and remarkably complete engine compartment\u003c\/strong\u003e. At \u003cstrong\u003e12.2 inches long\u003c\/strong\u003e, the finished model has enough size to make all that detail visible—and enough mechanical complexity to keep experienced builders properly occupied.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.italeri.com\/uploads\/products\/AxdYcIhLMNARDpOQz9qsZbP7Hp3k7YoqtLFHn7yl.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Complete View of the Stratos\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe front hood, rear engine cover, and both doors can be positioned open, revealing the structure beneath the famous wedge-shaped body.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe front compartment includes the radiator, cooling equipment, spare wheel, and associated plumbing. Inside, the competition cockpit features detailed instrumentation, bucket seats, roll cage, fire extinguisher, and fabric racing harnesses assembled with photo-etched buckles.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAt the rear is a highly detailed, multi-piece reproduction of the Ferrari-derived V6. Separate cylinder heads, intake system, exhaust headers, ignition components, hoses, wiring, and surrounding chassis structure make the engine a substantial model in its own right.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.italeri.com\/uploads\/products\/Pks41Q4xLCvwGlfTEtWRRvsPh0cxTgib8NwKKDUa.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFunctional Mechanical Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe kit includes a fully developed chassis with steerable front wheels and working suspension incorporating metal coil springs. Brake discs, separate calipers, fuel tanks, suspension components, exhaust system, and engine subframe are all individually represented.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRealistic rubber tires carry an accurate rally tread, while a flexible rubber sheet is supplied for the mudguards. Screws are used at selected assembly points for strength and mechanical operation.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Famous Alitalia Livery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTwo extensive Cartograf decal sheets reproduce the green, red, and white Alitalia markings of the winning No. 1 car, along with sponsor logos, competition numbers, dashboard instruments, switches, warning labels, and smaller technical markings.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe large graphics are divided into manageable sections to assist placement over the Stratos’ complex bodywork. A substantial photo-etched fret provides grilles, harness hardware, fasteners, brackets, and other details that would be too fine to reproduce convincingly in molded plastic.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eChrome-plated parts, clear instrument lenses, vinyl tubing, fabric harness material, metal springs, screws, and flexible mudguard material complete the multimedia package.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.italeri.com\/uploads\/products\/0JNIhZ81WVuJTHuzKE9CA7qG7MnMqHvw7SMWO6aF.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKit Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eEntirely new 1:12 scale tooling\u003cbr\u003eMore than 500 components\u003cbr\u003eApproximately 12.2 inches (30.9 cm) long when completed\u003cbr\u003eWinning 1977 Monte Carlo Rally car\u003cbr\u003eDriven by Sandro Munari and Silvio Maiga\u003cbr\u003eHighly detailed Ferrari-derived 2.4-liter V6 engine\u003cbr\u003eDetailed chassis, suspension, brakes, and drivetrain\u003cbr\u003eOpening front hood, rear engine cover, and doors\u003cbr\u003eFunctional suspension with metal springs\u003cbr\u003eSteerable front wheels\u003cbr\u003eRealistic rubber rally tires\u003cbr\u003eDetailed competition interior and roll cage\u003cbr\u003eFabric seat belts with photo-etched hardware\u003cbr\u003eExtensive photo-etched detail fret\u003cbr\u003eChrome-plated components\u003cbr\u003eVinyl hoses and wiring material\u003cbr\u003eFlexible rubber material for the mudguards\u003cbr\u003eTwo large Cartograf decal sheets\u003cbr\u003eFull-color illustrated assembly instructions\u003cbr\u003eItaleri Skill Level 5\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cem\u003eAssembly, paint, and cement are required and sold separately.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 12px; font-family: 'ITC Franklin Gothic Std', sans-serif; font-size: 18px; color: rgb(18, 18, 18); line-height: 1.6; letter-spacing: 0.6px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); outline: none !important;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"box-sizing: border-box; outline: none !important; font-weight: bolder;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/7KpXaD66wpA?si=5IEm_mHaHG-l2SDF\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Italeri","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42957654065254,"sku":"ITA4714","price":189.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/3274\/0198\/files\/ita4714_1aa7ad66-ca17-4987-8562-cce85f6d0f7a.jpg?v=1759503548"},{"product_id":"italeri-1-12-bugatti-type-35b-targa-florio-28-monaco-gp-30","title":"Italeri - 1:12 Bugatti Type 35B - Targa Florio '28 \/ Monaco GP '30 it is a car","description":"\u003ch2\u003eItaleri Bugatti Type 35B — Targa Florio 1928 \/ Monaco Grand Prix 1930 — 1:12 Scale Model Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome racing cars become famous because they win.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bugatti Type 35 became famous because it kept winning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroduced in 1924, Ettore Bugatti’s masterpiece combined elegant bodywork, light weight, precise handling, and advanced mechanical engineering in a car designed specifically for competition. During its extraordinary career, the Type 35 family accumulated more than 1,000 victories and won the Targa Florio five consecutive times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApparently, once was not considered conclusive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Type 35B was among the most powerful versions. Its 2.3-liter straight-eight engine used a Roots-type supercharger to produce approximately 140 horsepower, driving through a four-speed manual transmission. With a lightweight body and chassis, the car could reach approximately 130 mph—an impressive speed in an era when the driver sat above the fuel tank, protected by goggles, a small windscreen, and considerable optimism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eItaleri recreates this landmark racing car in large 1:12 scale with approximately 336 components, including 60 photo-etched parts, opening engine cowls, steerable front wheels, rubber tires, chrome-plated pieces, realistic plumbing, artificial leather, and two historically significant marking options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe completed model measures just over 12 inches long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTwo Cars. Two Very Different Racing Stories.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit offers two versions of the Bugatti Type 35B:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo. 58 — Eliška Junková, 1928 Targa Florio\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo. 22 — René Dreyfus, 1930 Monaco Grand Prix winner\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne won.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe other finished fifth and became legendary anyway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eEliška Junková — Targa Florio 1928\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEliška Junková arrived in Sicily with an unusually modern approach to racing. She spent weeks studying the Targa Florio’s 67-mile mountain circuit, recording corners, braking points, landmarks, and road conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis was necessary because the course contained roughly 1,400 corners per lap, and drivers completed five laps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere was no convenient replay available afterward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDriving her distinctive yellow No. 58 Bugatti Type 35B, Junková challenged the leading factory drivers and held the overall lead during portions of the race. A puncture and water-pump trouble eventually forced her to slow, but she still finished fifth after more than seven hours of competition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHer performance against Europe’s leading drivers made her the acknowledged star of the event and one of the most celebrated women in early motorsport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRené Dreyfus — Monaco Grand Prix 1930\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo years later, René Dreyfus entered the Monaco Grand Prix in his privately owned blue No. 22 Bugatti Type 35B.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe started tenth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAhead of him were the official Bugatti factory cars, including those of Louis Chiron and Guy Bouriat. This ordinarily established the expected finishing order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDreyfus declined to observe it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver 100 laps of Monaco’s narrow street circuit, he worked his way through the field, set the fastest lap, overtook the factory opposition, and won by 23.8 seconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt was one of the defining victories of his career and further evidence that a properly driven Type 35B had little interest in team hierarchy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Supercharged Straight-Eight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe long engine bay contains a highly detailed reproduction of Bugatti’s 2,263 cc inline eight-cylinder engine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe assembly includes the multi-piece engine block, cylinder head, Roots-type supercharger, intake system, exhaust manifold, carburetor, ignition components, separate spark plugs and wires, oil lines, coolant pipes, reservoirs, and associated fittings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVinyl tubing, wire, and separate connectors reproduce the plumbing and electrical lines running through the engine compartment. The four-piece engine cowling incorporates finely molded louvers and may be displayed open, allowing the completed powerplant to remain visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is helpful because the engine represents a considerable portion of the project, and concealing it permanently would seem ungrateful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Complete Chassis Beneath the Body\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Type 35’s mechanical sophistication extended well beyond its engine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eItaleri begins the model with a full ladder-frame chassis assembled from separate rails and crossmembers. Front and rear axles, leaf springs, friction dampers, steering box, steering linkage, driveshaft, gearbox, differential, brake cables, fuel tank, exhaust system, and other mechanical components are individually represented.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetal screws reinforce selected structural connections and moving assemblies. The front wheels are designed to steer through the detailed linkage, allowing them to be positioned for a more natural display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe suspension and underside remain fully modeled even where the finished body makes casual inspection difficult.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBugatti believed engineering should be beautiful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModelers generally believe it should also be present, whether anyone can see it or not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBugatti’s Famous Aluminum Wheels\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Type 35 introduced cast aluminum wheels incorporating the brake drums—an advanced solution that reduced unsprung weight and improved brake cooling while making wheel changes faster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt also gave the car one of the most recognizable wheel designs in automotive history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit reproduces these wheels with sharply defined spokes, integral brake-drum detail, separate hubs, and realistically molded rubber tires. Two spare wheels are included for the Targa Florio configuration, where carrying replacements was advisable on several hundred miles of rough Sicilian mountain roads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn total, the kit supplies six rubber tires: four for the car and two for the spare wheels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Cockpit Designed for Work\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Type 35B’s cockpit was elegant because Bugatti made nearly everything elegant, not because the driver was given unnecessary comforts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit includes a detailed instrument panel with individual gauges, switches, steering wheel, gear lever, handbrake, pedals, seat, cockpit lining, floor, and small windscreen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew components supplied for this edition reproduce the differences between the two racing versions. Artificial leather material is provided for the seat, hood straps, and spare-wheel retainers, with photo-etched buckles and fasteners adding convincing scale thickness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe finished interior combines painted metal, wood, leather, and instrument details in a cockpit that remains completely visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAir conditioning is not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeither was it included in 1928.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTwo Distinctive Finishes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two versions offer very different visual personalities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJunková’s Targa Florio car is finished in brilliant yellow with racing number 58 and two externally mounted spare wheels. It is immediately recognizable and makes an especially striking display model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDreyfus’s Monaco winner appears in traditional French racing blue with number 22, presenting the Type 35B in its most familiar Grand Prix form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit includes decals for both cars along with a die-cut masking sheet. Builders may use the supplied markings or paint selected numbers and details through the masks for a more authentic period finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe extensive color instruction sheet identifies the appropriate finishes for the body, chassis, engine, interior, wheels, and mechanical components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMultimedia Detail in Large Scale\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe included photo-etched fret provides approximately 60 fine metal components for grilles, brackets, straps, fasteners, screens, mechanical details, and cockpit hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChrome-plated parts reproduce selected bright-metal fittings. Screws strengthen mechanical assemblies, while vinyl tubing and wire add the engine, brake, oil, and fuel connections visible throughout the open chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArtificial leather supplies the straps and upholstered surfaces that plastic alone cannot reproduce convincingly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a model with the variety of textures expected from an exposed 1920s racing car: painted aluminum, polished metal, leather, rubber, wood, steel, and the occasional component whose purpose becomes apparent only after consulting the instructions again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKit Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge 1:12 scale multimedia model kit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately 336 components\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately 12 inches (30.6 cm) long when completed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBugatti Type 35B racing car\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHighly detailed 2.3-liter supercharged straight-eight engine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeparate supercharger, intake, ignition, and exhaust components\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDetailed engine plumbing and wiring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour-piece opening engine cowling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull ladder-frame chassis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDetailed four-speed transmission and drivetrain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComplete front and rear suspension\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeaf springs and friction dampers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDetailed mechanical brake system and cables\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteerable front wheels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSix realistic rubber tires\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo spare wheels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDetailed cast-aluminum-style wheels and brake drums\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComplete cockpit with instruments and controls\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArtificial leather for seat, hood straps, and wheel retainers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately 60 photo-etched metal components\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChrome-plated parts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScrews, vinyl tubing, and wire\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDie-cut painting masks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDecals for two historic racing versions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. 58 Eliška Junková — 1928 Targa Florio\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. 22 René Dreyfus — 1930 Monaco Grand Prix winner\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull-color assembly and painting instructions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eItaleri Skill Level 5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a complex multimedia kit intended for experienced modelers. Building the chassis square, routing the engine plumbing and brake cables, assembling the working steering, fitting the opening cowls, and applying the external straps will reward careful planning and frequent test-fitting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe finished model captures more than one of the most beautiful racing cars ever made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt captures two moments when talent challenged expectation: Eliška Junková leading the world’s most demanding road race and René Dreyfus defeating Bugatti’s own factory team with a privately entered car.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Type 35B was elegant, sophisticated, fast, and remarkably successful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn other words, very French—except when it was yellow and driven by a Czech woman through Sicily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAssembly, paint, and cement are required and sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Italeri","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43425776992358,"sku":"ITA4716","price":149.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/3274\/0198\/files\/ITA4716_1.png?v=1761147330"},{"product_id":"italeri-lancia-stratos-hf-gr-4-monte-carlo-1977-scale-1-12-safari","title":"Italeri - 1:12 Lancia Delta HF Integrale 16v Safari Rally 1991","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eItaleri Lancia Delta HF Integrale 16V Safari Rally 1991 — 1:12 Scale Model Kit\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompetitors faced enormous distances across Kenya, deep ruts, dust, mud, rocks, river crossings, extreme heat, and the occasional animal with no particular respect for the racing line. A conventional rally car would not last long.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Lancia Delta HF Integrale was not conventional.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDeveloped from an ordinary five-door hatchback into one of the most successful rally cars ever built, the Integrale combined four-wheel drive with a turbocharged 2.0-liter, 16-valve engine and a competition record that eventually included six consecutive World Manufacturers’ Championships for Lancia.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThis impressive 1:12 scale kit recreates the specially prepared Delta HF Integrale 16V entered by Martini Lancia in the 1991 Safari Rally. Italeri builds upon its highly detailed large-scale Integrale tooling with newly developed Safari components, including raised off-road suspension, heavy-duty wheels and tires, additional wheel-arch protection, a reinforced front bull bar, flexible mudguards, and the unmistakable roof-level air intake snorkel.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe completed model measures approximately \u003cstrong\u003e12.8 inches long\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is large enough to reveal exactly how thoroughly Lancia prepared a compact Italian hatchback for several thousand kilometers of African punishment.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePrepared for the Safari\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Safari Delta was not simply a European rally car fitted with different tires.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIts suspension was raised and reinforced to cope with broken surfaces and deep ruts. Larger off-road tires required dedicated wheels and additional clearance around the arches. Flexible mudguards helped control the constant spray of stones, dust, and mud.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt the front, a substantial protective bar guarded the bodywork and lighting from impacts. Above the roof, an elevated intake supplied the engine with cleaner air, keeping it away from the dense clouds of dust that followed every car across the Kenyan landscape.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThese Safari-specific components give the model a markedly different stance from Italeri’s previous Monte Carlo and Sanremo Delta kits. It sits taller, looks tougher, and appears entirely prepared to encounter something unpleasant just beyond the next bend.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEverything Opens for Inspection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe front hood opens to reveal a highly detailed reproduction of the Delta’s turbocharged 16-valve engine and crowded engine compartment.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe engine assembly includes the cylinder block and head, turbocharger and intake components, intercooler plumbing, hoses, wiring, reservoirs, and surrounding structural details. Vinyl tubing is provided to reproduce the various electrical and fluid connections that make a large-scale engine compartment convincing.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe rear hatch can also be opened, while both front doors operate to expose the competition interior. These functional panels allow the completed model to be displayed as a clean exterior portrait, a mechanical study, or somewhere comfortably between the two.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Proper Group A Cockpit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThere was very little inside the Safari Delta that did not contribute to speed, safety, navigation, or survival.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe kit reproduces the full competition cockpit with a multi-piece roll cage, racing seats, dashboard, instruments, steering wheel, gearshift, fire-extinguishing equipment, spare wheel, navigation equipment, and the additional hardware carried during the event.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFabric material and photo-etched fittings are supplied for the racing harnesses. Separate switches, instrument decals, interior labels, and other small details give the cockpit the busy, purposeful appearance of the original Group A car.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWith the large scale and opening front doors, much of this work remains visible after assembly—which is considerate of Italeri, since you will have spent quite some time building it.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWorking Suspension and Steering\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUnderneath the body is a fully developed chassis rather than a conveniently flat approximation of one.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe kit includes detailed front and rear suspension, drivetrain, exhaust system, brakes, underbody protection, and associated mechanical components. Metal coil springs are incorporated into the functional suspension, while the steering system allows the front wheels to turn.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSafari-specification off-road rims are fitted with realistically treaded rubber tires. Screws are used at selected structural and moving points, providing additional strength to the large model and allowing the operating features to function properly.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe chassis and suspension form substantial projects in their own right. Much of the detail will be less obvious once the body is installed, but experienced modelers understand that invisible accuracy remains accuracy.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThree Martini Lancia Safari Cars\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe kit provides three alternative marking options from the 1991 Safari Rally:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo. 6 — Juha Kankkunen and Juha Piironen:\u003c\/strong\u003e Winners of the 1991 Safari Rally\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo. 1 — Jorge Recalde and Martin Christie:\u003c\/strong\u003e Third-place finishers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo. 7 — Miki Biasion and Tiziano Siviero:\u003c\/strong\u003e Retired from the event\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTwo extensive exterior decal sheets reproduce the famous Martini Racing stripes, competition numbers, sponsor logos, identification markings, and Safari-specific details. A separate sheet supplies dashboard instruments, seat markings, number plates, technical labels, and interior stenciling.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe decals allow you to build the victorious Kankkunen car or one of its two Martini Lancia teammates. History naturally favors the winner. Modelers are permitted to be less predictable.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMultimedia Detail in Large Scale\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA photo-etched metal fret supplies fine grilles, mesh panels, brackets, harness hardware, and other components that require a thinner and sharper appearance than molded plastic can provide.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChrome-plated components, flexible polyurethane mudguards, black acetate splash guards, vinyl hoses, metal springs, screws, fabric harness material, and realistically molded rubber tires add a variety of materials and textures throughout the build.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTogether, these components turn the 1:12 Delta into considerably more than an enlarged plastic car kit. It is a detailed mechanical model with a body attached.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKit Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eLarge 1:12 scale plastic model kit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eApproximately 12.8 inches (32.6 cm) long when completed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eLancia Delta HF Integrale 16V in 1991 Safari Rally configuration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eNew Safari-specific components\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eRaised and reinforced off-road suspension\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eSafari wheel-arch extensions and protective equipment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eReinforced front bull bar\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eRoof-mounted air intake snorkel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eOff-road wheels with realistic rubber tires\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eHighly detailed turbocharged 16-valve engine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eComplete engine compartment with hoses and wiring\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eOpening front hood\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eOpening rear hatch\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eOpening front doors\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eHighly detailed competition interior\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eMulti-piece roll cage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eFabric racing harnesses with photo-etched fittings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eWorking suspension with metal springs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eFunctional steering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eDetailed chassis, brakes, drivetrain, and exhaust system\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003ePhoto-etched detail fret\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eChrome-plated parts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eFlexible polyurethane mudguards\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eBlack acetate splash guards\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eAccessory set with hoses, screws, and springs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eThree 1991 Safari Rally marking options\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eTwo large exterior decal sheets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eSeparate interior and instrument decals\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eFull-color assembly and painting instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eItaleri Skill Level 5\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cem\u003eAssembly, paint, and cement are required and sold separately.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Italeri","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46580941357158,"sku":"ITA4720","price":189.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/3274\/0198\/files\/imgi_7_Ug2pO6FfJyhZKxOCgibQTFhxp1sMJ6PuJFXSXTQU.jpg?v=1786647113"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/3274\/0198\/collections\/Italeri-Icon_5f7b3fe9-0891-4743-885c-6dcd8ff603bd.jpg?v=1786998196","url":"https:\/\/www.modelexpo-online.pro\/collections\/italeri-car-kits.oembed","provider":"Model Expo Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}