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Other web sites for F1 scale models.
Amazing 43
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Tue, 04/29/2008 - 13:51All about 43rd scale models.
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43 in Seattle Blog
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Tue, 04/29/2008 - 13:51A 43rd scale blog in Japanese and English.
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1/43 Scale Model Cars
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Sun, 05/04/2008 - 15:45A selection of 1/43 scale Formula One, Champ Cars and Sports Cars models from various eras. Photos of the models with a short descripition of the building experience. A separate section of reference photos taken at various IMSA and ALMS races
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43rd Model Cars
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Sun, 05/04/2008 - 15:46Japanese 43rd scale model page - nice pictures...
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Aerogis Racing Page
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Sun, 05/04/2008 - 15:46My personal webpage with pictures of all my F1 Tamiya models that I have build so far. In the near future I will add also reference pictures for each kit that I have in my collection.
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Alistair Brookman's 12th scale Ferraris
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Sun, 05/04/2008 - 15:47Cool hand made F1 Ferrari models.
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Amazing 43
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Sun, 05/04/2008 - 15:48A new page for 43rd scale models...
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Auto Modelers Cafe
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Sun, 05/04/2008 - 15:48Japanese web site with some nice images of models and kits in progress, etc... Skip the annoying Flash intro here - http://www.amc-models.com/index2.html
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CifeNet's Model Gallery
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Sun, 05/04/2008 - 15:49Lotsa models...
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Collection Jamy Besson
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Sun, 05/04/2008 - 15:49Introducing and selling more than 1000 1:43 race model cars A lot of photographs In French
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Daves F1 Models
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Sun, 05/04/2008 - 15:50Collection of Formula One models built in 1/43rd scale from white metal kits.
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F1 Big Scale Project
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Sun, 05/04/2008 - 15:51This project describes the making of a big scale F1 PAPER model.
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F1 Miniatures
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Sun, 05/04/2008 - 15:52Private Collection of F1 diecast and modeling cars
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F1 Modeler
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Sun, 05/04/2008 - 15:53Brasilian 1-20 F1 Modeling
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Faroodis Page
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Sun, 05/04/2008 - 15:54Faroodi's Page contains a listing of the Minichamps Michael Schumacher & Ralf Schumacher Collections and other Minichamps and Schumacher BBR models.
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Formula Racing Miniatures by William Chan
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Sun, 05/04/2008 - 15:55
Just a personal modeling page. But a very nice one.
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Formule 43
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Sun, 05/04/2008 - 15:56Het bouwen van 1/43 metalen Formule 1 schaalmodellen van Tameo, bijvoorbeeld Ferrari 158 en Lotus 25 Building of 1/43 metal Formula 1 scalemodels from Tameo.
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Frans Ferrari Site
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Sun, 05/04/2008 - 15:57Collection of Ferrari Diecast models on scale 1/20,1/18 and bigger, more then 170 Ferrari Diecast models to see!
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Grand Prix Modeling
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Thu, 05/08/2008 - 14:42Nice F1 model page - in Japanese
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Hiroaki Fukuda's Sports and Race Car Modeling Page
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Thu, 05/08/2008 - 14:43Nice stuff here... including news.
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Jappie's F1-models
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Thu, 05/08/2008 - 14:44View the progress on building of my models
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KB_Modellbau
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Thu, 05/08/2008 - 14:45Tamiya 1/20 and 1/24 Sportcars
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Mike's Formula 1 Models
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Thu, 05/08/2008 - 14:47Nice site with Tamiya 20th scale models...
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Motorsports in Scale by Bil Attridge
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Thu, 05/08/2008 - 14:47This is my Personal Website that focuses on Motorsports model building, especially F1.
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Racing Dioramics
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Thu, 05/08/2008 - 14:48This site contains a large number of photos of 1/43 scale F1 models. Mostly Tameo hand builts, and Racing Dioramics driver figures. It is regularly updated.
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Racing Paper Models
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Thu, 05/08/2008 - 14:49A forum specialized in paper models of race cars.
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Rattle Trap
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Thu, 05/08/2008 - 14:50Its in Japanese but it has cool pics...
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Roberto's Cave
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Thu, 05/08/2008 - 14:50My personal site. Only 1/43 competition cars.
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Scale Reproductions
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Thu, 05/08/2008 - 14:51Professionally built motorsport models of F1, Le Mans, WRC and others.
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Hi.S Models by Hideki Suzuki
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Thu, 05/08/2008 - 14:52Mainly 43rd F1 models.
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Speed Details
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Thu, 05/08/2008 - 14:52Motorsport Modelling Including Formula One
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Yasu Tanaka's Paper Models
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Thu, 05/08/2008 - 14:54Paper F1 Cars! Cool... hehe
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Scale Model Cars - The Album
Submitted by hispeedmodels on Thu, 05/08/2008 - 14:56Private website about Scale Model Cars and related stuff! Lot's of photo's! The Scale Model Car Gallery is about my very beloved hobby and present mainly my own, and my son Johan's built models!
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SF1M Collection Sale
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 10/09/2008 - 13:25Once upon a time one of the most compete collections, until the mid-nineties. It contains everything from 'toys' to hidden treasures. And the best part...they are for sale. Take a look and find that part of a collection you were missing.
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The Pitstop - F1 Memorabilia
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 12/30/2008 - 10:53Please take a look at my collection of F1 models.
I have many 1/43 scale Minichamps models in my F1 collection.
Quite a few of my models are very rare now and are worth quite a bit of money.
I would appreciate any feedback.
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The Dutch Modelcar Forum
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Thu, 03/26/2009 - 21:09A model car forum in Dutch.
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f1/20
Submitted by josep auguet on Sat, 02/13/2010 - 18:401/20 formula 1 models by josep auguet
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Mania dos Carrinhos
Submitted by Pedro Costa on Mon, 04/19/2010 - 04:34Mania dos Carrinhos is a Blog about Fórmula 1 modeling and also automotive modeling in general.
It is written by a Portuguese modeler.
Thanks a lot for your visit.
Pedro Costa
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gdist43.com
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Mon, 05/03/2010 - 22:23Used to be called 'God Dwells in Small Things'
43rd scale models.
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Links to pages with photographs of F1 cars or models.
The Evil Photographer
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Tue, 04/29/2008 - 09:33Many good photos of (mainly old) F1 cars, especially internals.
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Tams Old Race Cars
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Tue, 04/29/2008 - 09:33Pics of race cars from years past..
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Schlegelmilch Photography
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Tue, 04/29/2008 - 09:34Not only best shots from each F1 race, also many technical details from 1962 until present day.
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Hobby Grand Prix
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Tue, 04/29/2008 - 09:35F1 site with lots of reference pictures and useful links for F1 modelers.
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Gurney Flap
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Tue, 04/29/2008 - 09:35About race cars. Lots of them. Really.
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F1-Photos.NET
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Tue, 04/29/2008 - 09:36The number one for F1 Photos. Your chance to upload your quality Formula one photos. Whether it be F1 Trucks, F1 Drivers or F1 Teams, this is the website for the real fan to upload there Formula one pictures. Help this be the site that has grand prix photos from all around the world!
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Aerogi Racing Page
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Tue, 04/29/2008 - 09:37For all the Formula one kits that have been issued by Tamiya, there are reference pictures and useful links of the real Formula one cars!
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About the Enzo
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Tue, 04/29/2008 - 09:37Not F1, but pretty nice.
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Simeone Foundation Museum
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Thu, 06/19/2008 - 10:45The Simeone Foundation Museum website - its located in Philadelphia PA.
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Antsphotos
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Tue, 10/21/2008 - 20:58Lots of pics from the 70s and 80s.
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Podcasts about Formula 1 or F1 scale models.
F1 Rejects Podcast
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Tue, 04/29/2008 - 00:36Funny F1 podcast from Australia.
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Formula 1 Blog
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Mon, 06/29/2009 - 23:13F1 Blog, news and podcast!
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Shops with F1 related items.
ASC Racing
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Tue, 04/29/2008 - 00:51A new store open yours doors in Madrid (Spain). The second Store dedicate only motorsport kits. Plastic, Resin, Metal, photoetched, Decals. F1, Gt, LeMans, Rallys, Bikes. Tamiya, Studio 27, Model Factory Hiro, AMD, Fujimi, LeMans Miniatures. Visit us.
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Chequered Flag Collectables
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Tue, 04/29/2008 - 00:51Large F1 memorailia website with original race helmets, race suits and many signed items from top drivers. We also have a special section devoted to Ayrton Senna which has some superb signed photos.
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F1teamgear.co.uk
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Tue, 04/29/2008 - 00:52Formula 1 models & memorabilia
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Final Lap Collection
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Tue, 04/29/2008 - 00:53All the best in Formula 1 Memorabilia, genuine Team Wear, Helmets, Suits, Car Parts Models, Everything from Signed photo`s to Complete F1 cars. Ayrton Senna specialist.
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Freck's Auto Art
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Tue, 04/29/2008 - 00:53Freck's Auto Art is a leading distributor of first-quality F-1 prints, paintings and other related racing memorabilia.
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LA PASSIONE
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Tue, 04/29/2008 - 00:54Official Ferrari Merchandise, Limited Edition Prints, Scale Models from 1:43 to 1:4 scale, Maurizio Conti and Terzo Dalia models, Accessories, Executive Items. All things Ferrari related.
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PitlaneF1
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Tue, 04/29/2008 - 00:54We have the largest range of Ferrari teamgear on signed photos on the net.
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Team F1 Prints
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Tue, 04/29/2008 - 00:55This web site is dedicated to high quality framed Formula 1 prints, limited edition prints, diecast models, Slot Cars and Driver Figures.
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The Collector's Studio
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Tue, 04/29/2008 - 00:55Rare models and diecasts. And a lot of F1 memoriabilia.
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The Pitstop - F1 Memorabilia
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 11/19/2008 - 15:41The Place To Find The Latest F1 News - Formula 1 Minichamps, Signed F1 Memorabilia, Caps, Photos
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Toronto Motorsports
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Mon, 01/19/2009 - 01:02Toronto Motorsports takes pride in finding and bringing you the most popular racing items from around the world and do everything in our power to offer the most competitive prices possible. If at time of purchase or within 30 days of your purchase you find the same item advertised for a lower price elsewhere, we will gladly match or refund the difference.
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F1 Modeling Manufacturers
BBR Models
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Thu, 05/01/2008 - 15:31Manufacturer of F1 models and diecasts.
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Brumm
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Thu, 05/01/2008 - 15:32Makers of 1:43rd scale diecasts.
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Club-M
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Thu, 05/01/2008 - 15:33Manufacturer's of resin and plastic F1 kits.
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El Oso Kits
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Thu, 05/01/2008 - 15:33This is a new brand devoted to racing car and bikes accessories. F-1 driver figures, helmets and bike riders. But engine bays, worn tyres and wider ranges to come soon! We are modelers working for modelers!
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Exclusive Scale Models
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Thu, 05/01/2008 - 15:35They make BIG models, great detail in the models I´ve seen manufactured by them. They sold a 1/4 Ferrari F1-2000 to a museum here in my town, and it´s beautiful.
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Fisher Models
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Thu, 05/01/2008 - 15:36Manufacturers of nice resin Sports Car kits...
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Hasegawa
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Thu, 05/01/2008 - 15:37User to produce F1 model kits.
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Indycals
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Thu, 05/01/2008 - 15:38Producer of F1 and open wheel racer decals.
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Le Mans Miniatures
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Thu, 05/01/2008 - 15:39Producers of all sorts of spiffy cars...
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Minichamps North America
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Fri, 05/02/2008 - 00:13Minichamps Site
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Model Factory Hiro
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Fri, 05/02/2008 - 00:14Producers of F1 and race cars models.
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Motorsport in Detail
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Fri, 05/02/2008 - 00:15Motorsport in detail will be launching very soon with a vast collection of exotic and racing cars in high detail from every angle possible. Each disk has over 100 pictures of the vehicle it features.
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MSM Creation
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Fri, 05/02/2008 - 00:15Decals for F1 kits & driver figures
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Museum Collection
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Fri, 05/02/2008 - 00:16Decals and such for F1 kits
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Revell Germany
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Fri, 05/02/2008 - 00:18New 24th scale F1 kits.
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Scale Productions
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Fri, 05/02/2008 - 00:20Transkits for Le Mans racers and other fun stuff
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Thunder Valley F1
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Fri, 05/02/2008 - 00:23Premium Limited Edition high precision kits and detailing products for the Formula 1 model builder.
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Tamiya
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Fri, 05/02/2008 - 00:25Tamiya has produced many F1 kits over the years - hopefully they will continue to do so.
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Fujimi Models
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Fri, 05/02/2008 - 00:32A new entrant into the F1 model scene...
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This Way Up Models
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Thu, 09/25/2008 - 17:2143rd scale models of unusual F1 cars...
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Top Studio
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Fri, 10/17/2008 - 09:11Detail sets for F1, sports car and motorcycle kits. Also has a nice reference gallery.
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Model Car World Automotive Finishes
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Wed, 10/29/2008 - 13:11Paints in many useful colors for race car modelers....
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For general modeling web sites.
Scale Replicas
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Tue, 04/29/2008 - 00:41Master modeler David Da Costa specializes in super detailed large scale model cars, including Pocher, Tamiya and other limited edition or vintage kits.
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Scale Motorsport 935 Building Forum
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Tue, 04/29/2008 - 00:42I have created a forum dedicated to the building of the Tamiya Porsche 935 using the Scale Motorsport 935 detail set. Please stop by and register and let the building begin!! Tim Corn aka 312Tcorn P.S. Yes I'm still lurking!! LOL
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Scale AutoSport
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Tue, 04/29/2008 - 00:42Lots of info about race cars and models
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National Model Car Builders Museum
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Tue, 04/29/2008 - 00:43All about Model Cars.
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Italian Horses
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Tue, 04/29/2008 - 00:43All about Ferrari cars and models.
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International List of Scale Model Related Web Sites
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Tue, 04/29/2008 - 00:44Categorized and searchable web directory for scale, R/C, and railroad modelers.
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Huudo's Home Page
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Tue, 04/29/2008 - 00:44This is Huudo's personal modeling page. You'll find pictures of his plastic scale models, modeling reference pictures and pictures of race cars on the track.
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DiecastXchange
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Tue, 04/29/2008 - 00:45The Complete Diecast Collectors Message Forum
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Automodellando
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Tue, 04/29/2008 - 00:46Static Car Modeller Site. Many section Virtual museum for show your models, Documents: Photos of the real car, Forum, news, Links... all free. The web site is free but for use some sections you must register yourself. Only in Italian.
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Acrylic Display Cases
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Tue, 04/29/2008 - 00:46We make and sell a wide range of acrylic display cases, Shelved wall display cases for smaller models and Tabletop Display cases for larger models, The table top display cases can be pyramid, octagon, pentagon, bowfront, clock dome or square shaped.
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THE SCALE MODEL CAR GALLERY
Submitted by hispeedmodels on Tue, 04/29/2008 - 00:47The Scale Model Car Gallery is about my very beloved hobby and present mainly my and my son Johan's built models!
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Fine Art Models
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Thu, 05/01/2008 - 11:12Fine Art Models builds museum-quality limited-edition scale models that many feel are the finest in the world today.
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SAM Publications
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Thu, 05/01/2008 - 11:14Publishers of Scale Models International
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Tamiya Model Magazine
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Thu, 05/01/2008 - 11:16Tamiya Model Magazine International
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Tecnomodel
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Thu, 05/01/2008 - 11:18Tecnomodel's product are auto-model for collection.
They are reproduced on a scale of 1:43 and 1:24 in a limited edition.
These models are for adult collectors.
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Tutto Model
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Thu, 05/01/2008 - 11:19Modeling site with diary, photos, techniques in Italian.
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Scale Auto Magazine
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Wed, 05/21/2008 - 12:50Scale Auto Magazine
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DarylKeenan.com
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 10/16/2009 - 14:56Online Portfolio of Renowned Modelmaker Daryl Keenan. Website includes extensive photo gallery and other information.
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Tutorial: Making wire wheels
Submitted by Pico Elgin on Sat, 08/07/2010 - 10:38This is a tutorial that I wrote about making hand strung wire wheels that I would like to post in the scratchbuilding section. Thanks, Pico Elgin
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Links to online hobby stores, preferably that have F1 models...
little-cars.com
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Fri, 05/02/2008 - 11:14little.cars.com is based in England. We stock general modelling tools as well as those specifically for resin and white metal kits. We stock 1/43rd F1 kits from Tameo, SRC and will always try to give you the best price we can. Currently expanding into le mans, Can-am and Rally car kits.
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Beverly Hills Motorsport
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Fri, 05/02/2008 - 11:15BeverlyHillsMotorsport.com provides Formula 1, LeMans, Touring, Rally, Street cars models and Memorabilia.
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British American Diecasts
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Fri, 05/02/2008 - 11:16UK based site selling Diecasts and Tinplate models all at discount prices. We sell F1, Road, Rally, Police, Ambulance, Fire, Bus, Truck, Tram, Military, Aircraft, Tinplate Racing Cars and Kits etc etc. We specialise in worldwide shipping.
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Hiroboy.com
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Sat, 05/03/2008 - 00:16An online store, specailising in Scale Model Parts and Accessories for Cars and Motorcyles
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Island Collectibles
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Sat, 05/03/2008 - 00:19Hard to find resin kits... BBR, ABC/Brianza, Fisher
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Mac's Modeling
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Sat, 05/03/2008 - 00:20F1 models, plastic, resin multimedia. Distributor for RED 5 and AMD, WOLF, ACE, ORANGE HOUSE. All sorts of detail and super detail parts. 1:43, 1:20, 1:18 and 1:12 scale. Tires, treads, decals etc.
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Merrymeet Model Cars
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Sat, 05/03/2008 - 00:201:43 scale kits and the like...
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Mini Grid
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Sat, 05/03/2008 - 00:21Various kits, die-cast models, art, books, videos, etc. for both classic and modern street and racing automobiles.
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Motor Sport Models
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Sat, 05/03/2008 - 00:23Models and collectibles
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Racing Miniatures
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Sat, 05/03/2008 - 00:25Online store selling race car model kits, decals, detail items, and transkits. Permanent discounts offered on some product lines and great prices on many kits. We also source and stock some rare and out of production kits
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Rainbow Ten
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Sat, 05/03/2008 - 00:26Now with an improved website... They are a hobby shop in Japan that will do mailorder to foreign countries. I have heard only good things about them.
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Surf City Model Car Company
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Sat, 05/03/2008 - 00:27Rare and collectable factory hand built models, and hard to find kits. Specializing in Formula 1, other open wheel racing cars and sports/racing cars from around the world.
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The Miniature Motor Company
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Sat, 05/03/2008 - 00:28The Miniature Motor Co offers Hand Built cars inc F1 models. As well as a selection of built models we can build a large slection of models to order.
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Weber Plastic Models
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Sat, 05/03/2008 - 00:29We are a small but growing online store in Overland Park, KS. We mostly carry F1/WRC/Sports Racing kits, aftermarket and decals. Some of the lines we have are Studio 27, Model Factory Hiro, Fujimi, Hasegawa and Tamiya. I hope you will find we are cheaper and faster than a lot of the larger companies. We are also re-doing our website to make it only show what is in stock and in coming.
Surf City Model Car Co.
Submitted by Eric Aitala on Thu, 05/08/2008 - 14:53Has F1 kits (Protar, S27, Revival) and other items...
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HobbyXStyle Web Store
Submitted by HobbyXStyle on Fri, 08/28/2009 - 01:03Treasure web shop on vintage model kits and toys
Our department EXmodeller included items on F1 model kits, Tameo and Silverline kits, F1 books and self developed model accessories for 1/43 scale.
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