Frank & Eileen

1/20 Williams BMW FW24 Formula 1 Racer Tamiya #20055 OOP Shrink Wrapped MISB

Description: I have to clear some space on my shelves, so I need to part with some of my collection. THIS IS MY LAST ONE! I have always loved the sleek look of Formula 1 racers and felt that they make the best models because you don’t have to ‘ugly them up’ to make them look right. I was never very good at making things look worn and dirty. Tamiya has had some of the finest and most accurate Formula 1 kits in a variety of scales. Their 1/12 Big Scale kits are fantastic but can be expensive in terms of cost and shelf space. They did a couple of 1/18 scale projects but had a larger selection of 1/20 scale kits like this one. Tamiya is known for their superior engineering and attention to detail and this modern kit has a very detailed engine, along with drivetrain, body assemblies and decals. They even give you a maintenance stand to display the car stripped down without wheels or bodywork. There are almost a dozen listings for this kit on eBay (many from distant overseas sellers), but as a Top Rated Plus US Seller, I have this item in stock and can reliably ship this kit to you very quickly. Here is some of the information that I have found online about this amazing kit: The Tamiya website no longer shows this product, so I assume it has been Discontinued or is Out of Production. From other sources, I have found the following information about the Williams F1 BMW FW24 and the kit: Tamiya is proud to present the 1/20 scale replica of the Williams F1 BMW FW24. This impressive machine driven by R. Schumacher and J.P. Montoya fought fiercely during last year's F1 season, and excelled on high-speed circuits. Tamiya presents a model of the F1 machine that gave Ferrari a run for its money during the 2002 Formula 1 season, under the team that is sure to be neck and neck with Ferrari and McLaren this 2003 season. Full-display model includes engine. Engine is to be directly mounted on monocoque frame to replicate the structure of the actual car. Kit supplied stands recreate pit service scene. Rotor turns with wheel rotation. Removing wheels enables viewing of center pin. Metal inlet marks used to recreate back mirror and tail-light reflective lens. Upward exhaust muffler of BMW P82 engine has been recreated in great detail. Rear cowling can be assembled in the opened or closed position to allow viewing of engine, transmission and rear suspension. Seat belt accurately and precisely depicted with plastic parts. Authentically replicates Michelin racing tires. Tire markings precisely recreated via decals. Includes decals for car number 5 and car number 6. · 1/20 Grand Prix Collection No. 55· Highly detailed static display model· Removable rear cowl· Authentically reproduced V10 engine, radiator and suspension· Grooved rubber racing tires · German GP version Scalemates.com shows this is a 2003 new tooling that has also been released as a “Full View” version and as part of the Masterworks Collection of professionally finished models. There is a link to download the complete 12-page instruction set and painting / decal guide. There are links to reviews, as well as aftermarket parts, and stunning galleries to inspire you. Scott Van Aken published a very nice Kit Preview on his modelingmadness.com site with a couple of photos of the parts laid out to let you see what you get. He also provides a brief history of the car and some evaluations as he goes through the kit. He describes the innovative decals used to put logos on the tires and his Conclusion starts with: “While some of these cars can be quite complex, especially with all the detail painting, the end result is a superb model of some pretty neat cars.” HET Scale Models delivered a short 3-minute Unboxing Video on YouTube that starts with an extensive review of the box and instructions. Next up are the large decal sheet, tire decals, metal stickers and metal transfers. He shows rubber tires and fine metal screws before inspecting the plastic sprues. They also released a 14-minute Build Video that has no narration but shows many of the assembling and painting steps. He kindly shows the paints that are used, and his model turned out splendidly. This kit is in a gorgeous 11.5” x 7.5” x 3” box. As you can see from the pictures, the box is in impressive condition and still sealed with the original shrink wrap, so I consider it factory sealed and absolutely gift-ready. This item contains a complete injection molded plastic model kit with black, white and clear plastic parts, rubber tires, two extensive decal sheets and a sheet of metal stickers. It requires cement and paint to complete as shown. I use eBay Managed Payments, but I no longer ship internationally. Auction winner pays the winning bid and for a limited time, I am offering this kit with $8 Flat Rate Shipping in the US! No reserve and a low starting bid. Check out my other great auctions for combined shipping. Good luck! Those familiar with my listings can tell that I really enjoy these products and the modeling hobby. I like to provide more than just the bare facts about the items, trying to lead you into discovering more about the subjects and optimizing your builds (if that is your goal). I started out picking up models that I was interested in, with the eye toward building them when I had time. Always a bargain-hunter, I accumulated many more than I can build, so I found myself in a Collector status (sounds nicer than a hoarder). As I am sure you have noticed, my items are almost always sealed and in mint condition (I call them Gift-Ready), since I only open them when I am ready to build them. Now I enjoy making these products available to my fellow modelers; both Builders and Collectors. For the Builders, there are probably better (at least cheaper) ways to add to your project lists than buying from me, but you know you are getting top quality. For Collectors, my goal is to save you a few bucks over the competition for the same item in factory sealed and collectible (or resellable) condition.

Price: 129.99 USD

Location: Bradenton, Florida

End Time: 2024-08-26T16:28:47.000Z

Shipping Cost: 8 USD

Product Images

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Item Specifics

Restocking Fee: No

Return shipping will be paid by: Seller

All returns accepted: Returns Accepted

Item must be returned within: 30 Days

Refund will be given as: Money Back

Unit of Sale: Single Unit

Assembly Status: Unassembled Kit

Custom Bundle: No

Color: Blue

Material: Plastic, Rubber

Scale: 1:20

Set Includes: Car

Year Manufactured: 2000

MPN: 20055

Age Level: 10 and Up

Gender: Boys & Girls

Bundle Listing: No

Modified Item: No

Subject: Williams BMW FW24 Formula 1 Racer

Vintage: No

Brand: Tamiya (TAMIYA)

Type: Racing Car

Customized: No

Model: Williams BMW FW24 Formula 1 Racer

Theme: Formula 1

Features: Kit

Recommended Age Range: 10 and Up

Country/Region of Manufacture: Philippines

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