Aoshima 1/24 Mercedes SL 63 AMG
KIT #: | 047866 |
PRICE: | 3800 yen MSRP |
DECALS: | Three options |
REVIEWER: | Scott Van Aken |
NOTES: |
HISTORY |
The Mercedes-Benz SL is a grand tourer manufactured by Mercedes since 1954. The designation SL derives from the German Sport Leicht, or Sport Lightweight — and was first applied to the 300SL 'Gullwing' named also after its gullwing or upward-opening doors.
The term SL-Class refers to the marketing variations of the vehicle, including the numerous engine configurations spanning five design generations.
In 2003, an all-new SL (initially just a 5.0 L SL500 version) featured a retractable hardtop (marketed as the Vario Roof) available on the SLK since 1997. This featured a 5.0 L 302 hp (225 kW) V8, with a 5.4 L AMG Supercharged V8 appearing in 2002's SL55 AMG. V12 engines are available in the SL600 and the limited-production SL65 AMG.The SL received a face lift in 2008 featuring a new front end that evokes the classic 300SL with a large grille featuring a prominent 3-pointed star and twin "power domes" on the hood, the car also features new headlights with an optional "Intelligent Light System" and a new speed sensitive steering system.
SL 63 AMG replaced SL 55 AMG.
THE KIT |
CONCLUSIONS |
If you are a modeler that likes exotic cars and superbly molded kits, then this one is for you. I noticed that the kit is not only built under license, but it is also made in China. I guess even the Japanese have been lured by the promise of inexpensive labor. Anyway, it is really a fine kit and you should look for it or ask for it now that Aoshima is being imported into the US.
REFERENCES |
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mercedes-Benz_SL-Class
My thanks to
www.dragonmodelusa.com for the review kit. Get yours today at your local
retailer or ask them to order it in for you. October 2011
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