[W126 Coupe] 500SEC Model

[Edward Chin]

The Tamiya's are VERY nice kits that are relatively easy to put together,
but it's rather simplistic, virtually no engine detail, (hood doesn't open),
and has the 500 exhaust, which is a single pipe.

The model to get for experienced builders is the 560 SEC by Revell, they
make 3 versions, a keonig widebody, a cabriolet, and the original 560 SEC (I
have all 3, and 2 Tamiyas).  The parts aren't a perfect fit, but the detail
is incredible, even parts that won't be seen when the model is put together
are modelled as individual pieces.

BTW, I recently got 2 Auto art 1/43rd 500 SECs, one is the konig-pilsner AMG
racer, and the other is a stock 500 SEC Euro.  Both are very nice, though
overpriced ($35).
See link for pictures of similar model (I bought it at the Autoart boutique
by my house).
http://www.modelspot.co.za/index.php?page=shop.product_details&flypage=shop.
flypage&product_id=116&option=com_virtuemart&Itemid=26&vmcchk=1&category_id=
79&date=2008-04-01

http://cgi.ebay.com/AA-56213-MERCEDES-BENZ-500-SEC-1-43_W0QQitemZ17019078919
1QQcmdZViewItem


Eddie

-----Original Message-----
From: mbcoupes-bounces at mbcoupes.com [mailto:mbcoupes-bounces at mbcoupes.com]
On Behalf Of Josh
Sent: Thursday, April 03, 2008 10:07 PM
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Subject: Re: [W126 Coupe] 500SEC Model

Finally!  A 560 in my price range! :D

I wonder how high someone will bid that kit?  Enough to make the $10
shipping charge reasonable?

-Josh

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