Nitro Goose

Pardon me if there's already a thread on this (didn't see one in my search), but I was browsing the Tamiyausa.com site under the IHobby gallery and saw a couple more vintage cars pictured. Don't know if they were there just for show, or if they're advertising more re-releases of vintage buggies, but the pics definately show a Frog, a Thundershot, a Top Force and a Manta Ray (along with the already re-released Hornet).

My neighbor (back when I was growing up) had a Frog (I had a Fox). I think these re-releases are a cool idea for Tamiya! Don't know if they'll do it...but I'm holding out for a BigWig!

ShoestringRacer

Yeah I'm pretty (really really) excited about all these reissues. I picked up a few new Frogs, Hornets and Thundershots recently. I hope they release more of the classics too like the Super Champ and Bruiser. All the Tamiya cars trucks from the 80's look SO SO much cooler and better than the ones today.

Check out the forums at www.tamiyaclub.com for more info.

Long live the Tamiya classics!!!!!!!

ThunderbirdJunkie

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Nitro...the ones you mentioned (Manta Ray, Thundershot, Top Force) are being rereleased, if they're not already out.

Nitro Goose

Well.....I picked up a Frog for myself and a buddy of mine bought a Lunchbox. We set aside an evening for assembly. Man, I had forgotten just how much FUN it is to build from a kit! We took our time, being meticulous about filing burrs off pieces that came from a plastic parts tree. For me, I think I actually have more fun doing the assembly than running them once they're put together.

Eagle - I agree. Don't quite know what it is about the 80's buggies and trucks (especially from Tamiya), but the cool factor is definately higher than today's kits. I'd love to see a re-release of the Bruiser as well, but I'm not holding my breath just yet. I have noticed that the availability of the Frog, Hornet and Lunchbox on Tower Hobbies' website keep going in and out of stock. I wonder if Tamiya is limiting the initial production, or if they're just selling like hotcakes? If they're selling really well, seems we might look forward to more re-releases in the future??

Ahhhh.....reliving the days of high-profile tires, 32 pitch gears, and quality kits you can build from the ground up.

jakjr

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They are allready out, and in stock no less, check this page (for some reason tower has them mixed in with the on road cars ) - http://www2.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...1&C=CADTAM&P=0

Haulin Azz

If they re release the bruiser I will be selling much of my collection and buying one! The bruiser is one of my favorites!

experimental_pilot

How good is Tamiya really? Their prices are so low, but do they lack quality or performance compared to traxxas and duratrax?

discgolfer72

deff more durable than duratrax

ThunderbirdJunkie

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I've got three Tamiyas, and I've owned SEVERAL traxxas cars. Tamiyas are superior for the average basher MHO.

wyattburp

Just got my new Lunchbox all built...FUN FUN FUN!! Got it all decked out with a LRP esc and a P2K2 Pro motor. Also put in some headlights. Made the body exactly like the box, it brings back great memories! It's such a blast, I want to pick up the Blackfoot too, maybe even a Clod...They are so cheap, why not, and relive the old times!

ThunderbirdJunkie

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wyatt...where's the pics?? come on man, don't be stingy

wyattburp

Funny thing, the camera is sitting right next to it...just haven't taken any pics yet. I'll do it tonight and post them for sure!

wyattburp

Ok, pics are here, but my host is down at the moment (maybe it's just my connection...let me know) I linked to them instead of showing the pics as they are high res...

Anyway, lighting sucks...


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ThunderbirdJunkie

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awesome! what kinad paint did you use, Tamiya or Testors?

ProfitOfDoom

How much were these?,,I really wish they make a bruiser
Sry...Very Nice job on the Lunch box

wyattburp

Lunchbox is $92.99 at Tower right now . I used the Tamiya TS-16 paint which is the color they list in the manual. I was thinking about doing a Mystery Machine sort of body, but wanted a original looking first. I'll pick up another body and Scooby Doo it all up later.

edit: Looks like the 'Boxes are out of Stock until Mid-Fed at Tower...Horizon Hobby has them in stock at $99.99

arcemadnes

Will you guys know if tamiya is going to release the 1985 fox if you do let me know because i got one and i want to fix it up thanks