Not unexpected, but very welcome from Kyosho.
Since it became apparent that Kyosho were properly committed to releasing an extensive collection of their 'Legendary Series' kits I have been expecting them to make the Turbo Scorpion one of their chosen ones. So I was delighted when the kit was announced in the Autumn of last year. For some reason the kit has had a lengthy delay since it was announced but better late than never, and my example arrived this week.
Although the kit isn't significantly different spec-wise from the standard Scorpion re-release (mainly because the standard kit is already so impressive) this one does get some upgrades to make it better on the track...in the from of an extended wheelbase and modern wheels and tyres. Normally I am not a fan of vintage buggies fitted with modern wheels and rubber but in this case I think Kyosho have pulled it off.
Having said that, I still prefer the vintage dialed wheels and SC84/SC90 tyres from the original, so I nabbed them courtesy of ebay and the Tomahawk re-release wheels. This buggy will be a shelf queen so they won't be hitting any dirt. Cosmetically, this is where the true upgrade is on the standard Scorpion, as the Turbo has a simply stunning colour & decal scheme.
This kit came courtesy of StellaModels, superbly packaged as ever, but also came with a nice little bonus of the official release poster. A nice little collectors item to cherish too. :-)
Comments
Klausen
Man I want one of these, looks absolutely stunning. Kyosho is doing an amazing effort on their rere's, so really have to support them, so they continue their retro series. Would love to buy one from Stella today, but the pricedifference with the upcoming price from Tamico us too high, if I get hit by customs.
Wandy
I totally agree with you Klausen. For years I whined on about the fact that Kyosho hadn't joined the re-release bandwagon, so now that they have I'd feel a bit guilty if I didn't support them. It's not a hardship to do so though as each and every one of them has been stunning. I took the chance of getting hit by customs when buying with Stella but thankfully got through unscathed. With more huge re-releases to come in the coming months I just wanted this one out of the way.
Klausen
I hear you, but customs in Denmark seems to catch everything nowadays. Till now I only have the Beetle and the Optima, but the finish on these in the boxes are second to none, and the Beetle was one of my most enjoyable builds in many years. The Optima is still in its box.
Wandy
That's fair enough Klausen. And, to be fair, Tamico's price is very good. Hope to see yours on here soon.
Klausen
31/5 they say, so ad a few days and it is here 😎
Wandy
Cool. Like you say, hopefully they sell plenty of them so that Kyosho are encouraged to bring back more of the vintage classics.
Klausen
Yep would like the full Mid series 😀. Probably won't happen, so a few of them will also be fine.
Wandy
Yeah there are too many variants of the Mid to bring them all back. The standard & Turbo SWB examples could definitely come back though.
Klausen
Have 3 original swb's, so hoping for a custom or a special. Would buy whatever they rere though.
Wandy
Yep, me too. I have a NIB Turbo SE that I need to build before they re-release it.
RACECRAFTERS
I told you Wandy, didn't I? Congrats on a great kit that I too have been a bit anxious about. All those good things you have mentioned about Kyosho re-re's hits the nail on the head. Thanks Kyosho and happy days!
Wandy
Lol Mallo, yeah I seem to remember you predicting that this one would come along. Are you getting one then?
RACECRAFTERS
Absolutely Mate. The Turbo is my favourite Kyosho rail chassis so I can't let this slip by. You have done really well with your accruement.
Wandy
Cool mate, look forward to seeing it. I agree, this one and the Tomahawk are the best looking two on the Scorpion chassis.
MAD-BEE
Cool!! Kyosho is really hitting the bulls eye with these re-re Buggies!
Tamiyamandan
Man what a Super Kit !!!!
scollins
Tempted to order one but I already broke my debit card on hobby purchases this year so far!
Wandy
Do it, scollins...you know it makes sense.
scollins
Don't tempt me!!
ECUpparilloT
That kit let you dream for sure! Soo tasty!
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