1966 Volkswagen Beetle VW BUG
Item Number: tam24136
1966 Volkswagen Beetle VW BUG
Item Number: tam24136
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Product Details
Even in this age of sophistication, the popularity of the Volkswagen "Beetle" has not diminished. The original design dates back to the 1930's when Dr. Ferdinand Porsche provided the design framework for the "People's Car.". . Today, with more than 20 million units produced, the Volkswagen Beetle has become a symbol of mass-produced motorization, with no other vehicle exceeding this figure. Built upon the sturdy platform chassis is the amazingly reliable air cooled, flat-four cylinder engine. Suspension is four wheel independent for crisp handling and driving comfort. Although the onset of the Second World War greatly hindered Volkswagen's marketing opportunities, it made a superb comeback s
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Includes
1/24 '66 Volkswagen Beetle
Features
- Highly detailed static display model kit.
- Complete engine bay detailing.
- Accurately reproduced exterior and interior
- Openable front hood and rear engine lid.
- Chrome bumbers.
Requirements & Suggestions
- Assembly
- Plastic cement (TES3501) (PLS00002) (TAM87012) or glue (HLC107)
- Paint
- TS-14 - Black (TAM85014)
- TS-39 - Mica Red (TAM85039)
- TS-7 - Racing White (TAM85007)
- X-1 - Black (TAM81001) (TAM81501)
- X-11 - Chrome Silver (TAM81011) (TAM81511)
- X-14 - Sky Blue (TAM81014) (TAM81514)
- X-15 - Light Green (TAM81015) (TAM81515)
- X-18 - Semi Gloss Black (TAM81018) (TAM81518)
- X-2 - White (TAM81002) (TAM81502)
- X-22 - Clear (TAM81022) (TAM81522)
- X-26 - Clear Orange (TAM81026) (TAM81526)
- X-27 - Clear Red (TAM81027) (TAM81527)
- X-28 - Park Green (TAM81028) (TAM81528)
- X-3 - Royal Blue (TAM81003) (TAM81503)
- X-4 - Blue (TAM81004) (TAM81504)
- X-5 - Green (TAM81305) (TAM81705)
- X-7 - Red (TAM81007) (TAM81507)
- XF-1 - Flat Black (TAM81301) (TAM81701)
- XF-16 - Flat Aluminum (TAM81316) (TAM81716)
- XF-19 - Sky Grey (TAM81319) (TAM81719)
- XF-2 - Flat White (TAM81302) (TAM81702)
- XF-24 - Dark Grey (TAM81324) (TAM81724)
- XF-55 - Deck Tan (TAM81355) (TAM81755)
- XF-56 - Metallic Grey (TAM81356) (TAM81756)
- XF-59 - Desert Yellow (TAM81359) (TAM81759)
- Paint Brushes
- Modeling Knife (EXL16001) (XACX3627) (EXL16018)
- Pin Vise (TAM74050) (ZON37-145) (SQU10801)
- File or Emery Board
- Sprue Cutter (XUR410A) (EXL55594)
- Tweezers (TAM74003) (EXL30416)
- Scissors (XUR9180ET) (TAM74068) (TAM74031)
- Water for Decals
- Adult Supervision
Comments
- Keep small parts and sharp edges away from children ages 3 and under.
- Care should always be taken when using tools and modeling knives.
Specifications
- Length: 6-1/4" (15.4cm)
- Width: 2-1/2" (6.4cm)
- Height: 2" (5.1cm)
- Tamiya Product Number: 24136
Reviews
Review Summary
The reviews highlight a consistent appreciation for the high level of detail and quality in the assembly of this model, noting the intricate small parts, crisp moldings, and features like poseable steering and detailed engine components. Many users found the build to be challenging yet rewarding, though some mentioned difficulties with body-to-chassis alignment and delicate parts that can break easily. Overall, the kit is frequently recommended for both stock builds and customization, especially for modelers with intermediate skills or patience.
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