Model Set Volkswagen T1 SAMBA BUS

Model car Model Set Volkswagen T1 SAMBA BUS

The original of all present-day vans and transporters dates back to the platformtruck used in the late 1940s for internal transport at the Volkswagen works at Wolfsburg. It inspired the Dutch importer Ben Pon with the idea of a transport vehicle. At the end of the 1940s VW developed several prototypes for a roomy vehicle suitable for transport purposes. As none of the names they had in mind for it was available for unrestricted use, the new vehicle class received the name Transporter . From 8th March 1950 the first generation of the transporter went into production. The truck with its typical V shaped front and split windscreen was available in various versions, including a minibus. The technology was based on the Volkswagen Type 1, so called Beetle so that the T1 had an air-cooled, 4-cylinder, horizontally opposed engine. This reliable rear engine had a capacity of 1.2 litres which was increased to 34 hp in 1961. The deluxe version of the minibus, the special nine-seater model, is still known as the Samba Bus and, with its oval roof windows, very comfortable seats, a folding roof and very many chrome parts, has an unmistakable automobile charm.

- Multi-part bodywork
- Detailed internal fittings with dashboard and bench seats
- Movable doors and tailgate
- Movable front-wheel steering assembly
- Roof can be built optionally closed or folded back
- Reproduction engine
- Rotating wheels
- European and American bumper bars
- Chrome wheel caps, door handles, windscreen wipers and front badge
Authentic decals with decorative strips and various country codes (D, NL, F, GB and USA)

 

Product specifications
Country version 1: Germany

Country version 2: The Netherlands

Country version 3: France

Country version 4: Great Britan

Country version 5: The United States of America

Length: 181 mm

Number of parts: 173

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Scale : 1:24
The 1:24 scale is mainly used for models of cars, motorcycles and aircraft. It allows a high level of detail. For example, a motorcycle model in the 1:24 scale will measure 4 inches / 10.4 cm if the original motorcycle measures 2.5m in length (250/24 = 10.41). A plane in the 1:24 scale will measure 1 foot 6 inches / 45cm in length if the aircraft model is 11m long (1100-1124 = 45.8).

Type of product : Model car kit
To build a plastic car model, you'll need a few materials:
- a cutter or cutting pliers
- and model glue.
You can also paint the model with brushes(acrylic or enamel).
The model consists of different parts to cut and assemble.
Construction time will vary depending on the number of parts.
An instruction manual is provided for you inside the box.

Paint and glue : Included in the box
The box includes a brush, glue and major paints needed to complete the model..

Size of the model (inches) : 7.2 x 0.0
To learn more about size and scale, click here.

Reference : 67399
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