Building a Mystery (Machine) – Customizing the Tamiya Lunch Box 2005

After having so much fun, while building the latest Tamic Comical Models, a long time project was waiting to be completed.

One of the most iconic Tamiya cars ever. The Tamiya Lunch Box. Everyone loves it, and it´s still one of the most popular Vintage Tamiya RC Cars. The LB is also an absolutely perfect base for customizing projects. Years ago, we had the idea to build a replica of the famous “Mystery Machine”, well known from the classic “Scooby Doo” TV show.

For this project, we´ve collected some parts for quite some time.
Here is a list of parts, we used on this car:

  • 84343 Chassis Red Style CW-01
  • 84345 CW-01 D-Parts Under Guard Set Red
  • 84347 CW-01 C.V.A. Short Shock Unit Set II White Style
  • 53068 RS-540 Sport Tuned Motor – Black
  • 19335442 Midnight Pumpkin Metallic – Chrome wheels
  • Full Ball Bearing Set for Grasshopper/ Hornet/Lunch Box
  • Custom Made Mystery Machine Decals
  • R31 House Formula Kart Slick Tire

Tamiya TS-41 Coral Blue matches the orginal “Mystery Machine” Decal perfectly.

All in all, the Lunch Box came out great, and it´s now one of our all time favourites.
Enjoy!

Upcoming Tamiya 47451 Volkswagen Scirocco GT (TT-01-E)


Tamiya Limited Edition 47451 1/10 R/C Volkswagen Scirocco GT (TT-01 Type-E)
This Scirocco GT body was previously painted up in a minimalistic black colour scheme for an Expert Built model (Item 57883), but is now made available in a kit, too! This version features an unpainted polycarbonate body so colour choice is down to you !

About the Model
• This is a 1/10 scale R/C model assembly kit. Length: 443mm, width: 188mm. Wheelbase: 257mm.
• The stylish three-door Volkswagen Scirocco GT coupe is expertly captured in polycarbonate, with separately moulded components for rear wing and side mirrors.
• Stickers are included to recreate markings, with masking stickers to help during the paint job.
• Plated spoke design wheels are paired with racing slick tires.
• The TT-01 Type-E chassis features shaft-driven 4WD for easy handling, and great customizability.
• A wide range of Hop-Up Option parts is available to tune the chassis.
• Includes ESC TBLE-02S & Torque Tuned Motor

Tamiya Mini 4WD Blast Arrow Fighter Special


Tamiya Mini 4WD PRO Series A special edition with the original stickers in the Fighters color is now available on the Blast Arrow.

Specifications
Completed length: 156mm, Width: 97mm With
Double shaft motor
Assembled type with no adhesive required
Material: ABS resin
Release date: August 18, 2020
* Batteries are not included. Please prepare 2 AA batteries separately


Source and shop: Fighters official online store