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The new Tamiya CLIC LOC series welcomes the Volkswagen Type 2 (T1) into its expanding line up of cement free model kits. The parts in the kit are molded in the right color, so you do not have to paint! Also, the number of parts is about half of that seen in current Tamiya 1/24 Sports Car Series kits. Each kit can be finished in about two to three hours!
About VW Type 2 (T1)
March 1950 saw the debut of the Volkswagen Type 2 which took the much-loved Volkswagen Beetle as a base. An air-cooled 4-cylinder engine capable of 44hp was employed at the rear of the boxy yet curved body. One of the most popular among the wealth of its variations was the “Samba” microbus, which had a 23-window version encircled by windows and employing a canvas roof. It accommodated 9 adults and was notable for its flat floor and twin side doors. Type 2 (T1) was produced until 1967, and ever since has enjoyed massive popularity the world over. Comedian Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias is among the largest and most prolific collectors of the VW Type 2, and maintains his private collection in Long Beach, California.
FEATURES:
- 1/24 scale plastic model snap-together assembly kit (no cement needed) of the famed “Samba” model of the Volkswagen Type 2 with 23 windows. Length: 178mm, width: 77mm, height: 80mm.
- Interior: Driver seat and bench seats recreated by one part.
- Features steerable front wheels.
- 71 parts and 9 sprues (7 colors & clear window) in total.
- No painting needed.
- Red lower and white upper body parts (Item 28101)
- Blue lower and white upper body parts (Item 28102)
- Includes chrome plated parts for car trim, side mirrors, wheel center caps, front and taillight frames and VW emblem.
- Clear red upper parts and clear orange lower parts for taillights.
- Stickers are included for use on window frames and car trims.
- New Instruction manual layout includes A. Assembly tech tips. B. Background story about the actual car. C. Perspective diagram to show interesting points in the actual car. D. Assembly steps with less written explanation and mainly illustrations.
Great for:
- Ideal for model hobbyists that do not want to use cement.
- Best for modelers who have built 1-2 rudimentary snap together models wanting more detail and a challenge with their next build.
- Great for experienced modelers coming back to modeling.
- For ages 14 and up.
Recommended Tools:
- Side cutters
- Tweezers
- Modeling knife | 
