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VW Bulli Flat-Four Engine Kit

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  • Working 1:4 scale model of the iconic VW Bulli Flat-Four boxer engine
  • 200-part kit
  • Electronic sound module with original engine sound
  • Transparent casing – see inside the engine as it runs
  • Spark plug firing simulated with red LEDs

When production of the VW Type 2 commenced in 1950, the car was only the second Volkswagen model after the 'Beetle'.

With its air-cooled boxer engine, the 'Bulli', as it was called by its fans, became an icon of our roads and its boxer engine became Volkswagen's most-built engine.

With this package you can assemble a transparent functional model of the four-cylinder flat engine of the legendary 'Bulli' from 1950 to 1953 which fascinates its numerous fans worldwide to this  day.

This is not a toy. Not suitable for children under 14 years.

VW Beetle Flat-Four Engine Kit

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  • 1:4 scale model of the original VW flat-four engine with moving parts
  • 200-part kit
  • Electronic sound module with genuine VW boxer engine sound
  • Transparent casing – see inside the engine as it runs
  • Cams activated by motorised belt
  • Spark plug firing simulated with red LEDs
  • Working distributor
  • Complete with collector’s manual
  • Requires 3 x AA batteries (not included)

With this kit, you assemble a transparent working model of the original flat four-cylinder engine from the legendary VW Beetle.

Complete with beautifully detailed companion book.

This is not a toy. Not suitable for children under 14 years.

BMW R90S Engine Kit

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  • 1:2 scale model engine kit of the legendary 1973 BMW R90S
  • 200-part kit
  • Electronic sound module with original engine sound
  • Transparent casing – see inside the engine as it runs
  • Spark plug firing simulated with red LEDs
  • Working 5 speed gearbox
  • High quality manual with BMW model history, photos and illustrations
  • Requires 3 x AA batteries (not included)

The BMW R90S was one of the motorcycle icons of the 1970s.

When it came on the market in 1973 it was one of the fastest series production motorcycles of its time and the top-of-the-range of the “/6” type series made by the Bavarian manufacturer.

This kit builds a detailed, functioning transparent model of the flat two cylinder engine of this legendary bike.

A particular highlight of this model is its true-to-life, working five speed gearbox.

This is not a toy. Not suitable for children under 14 years.

Porsche Flat Six Engine Kit

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  • 1:4 scale model of the classic 1966 Porsche Flat-Six engine with moving parts
  • 290-part kit
  • Electronic sound module with genuine boxer engine sound
  • Transparent casing – see inside the engine as it runs
  • Cams activated by motorised belt
  • Spark plug firing simulated with red LEDs
  • Working distributor
  • Spinning cooling fan
  • Complete with collector’s manual written and produced by The Porsche Museum in Stuttgart!
  • Requires 3 x AA batteries (not included)

The Porsche flat-six engine and the cars it powers are legendary.

With this kit, you assemble a transparent working model of a 1966 Porsche 911 two litre flat-six engine in around 3 hours.

All key engine parts move authentically.

No glue needed – the precision components screw together.

The comprehensive manual included provides plenty of information on and fascinating facts about Porsche and the 911. The development of the iconic design and corresponding technical concepts are clearly explained.

The detailed step-by-step instructions guide you through the complete assembly.

This is not a toy. Not suitable for children under 14 years.

Porsche Carerra Engine Kit

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  • Working 1:3 scale model engine kit of the revolutionary Porsche Carrera Racing engine
  • 300-part kit
  • Electronic sound module with original engine sound
  • Transparent casing – see inside the engine as it runs
  • Spark plug firing simulated with red LEDs
  • Complete with collector’s manual written and produced by The Porsche Museum in Stuttgart!
  • Requires 3 x AA batteries (not included)

To this day, the Porsche model 547 'Carrera' racing engine is considered to be unique in the world of autosport.

This technical masterpiece was one of the reasons for the numerous Porsche racing victories in such legendary vehicles as the 356 and 550 Spyder.

With this kit, you can experience the model 547 engine masterpiece and build a transparent moving model of the flat-four horizontally opposed engine.

An amazing gift for all Porsche and motorsport fans.

This is not a toy. Not suitable for children under 14 years.

Ford Mustang V8 Engine Kit

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  • 1:3 scale working model of the high performance type-K-code 1965 Ford Mustang V8 engine
  • 200-part kit
  • Electronic sound module with original Ford V8 engine sound
  • Transparent casing – see inside the engine as it runs
  • Spark plug firing simulated with red LEDs
  • Working distributor
  • Spinning cooling fan
  • Complete with exclusive collector’s manual with Ford archive material and model history
  • Requires 3 x AA batteries (not included)

Series production of the first generation of the Ford Mustang began in 1964. Since then, the “pony car” has become the epitome of the American sports car.

With this kit, you build a functioning, transparent model of the formidable V8 engine from the 1965 Ford Mustang.

All the model parts move as they do on the actual automobile.

The kit comes with an exclusive 100 page book, featuring numerous stunning illustrations and photos, guiding you through the history of the Ford Mustang whilst outlining the technology that lies under the hood.

This is not a toy. Not suitable for children under 14 years.

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