Model kits first appeared in the 1930s and became increasingly popular in the 1950s. Today almost any prototype car, lorry, train. plane or shop can be found as a plastic kit.

The general consensus among the model building community is that the ones from Germany are excellent and the American Revell kits leave a lot to be desired. I’ve only built the American ones ...

You can also buy Lego building kits for adults and teens alike, which omit the need for glue or paint. Expect to shell out at least $100 if it’s car-specific—all car builds come from the ...

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This model car kit is an excellent choice for first-time builders, as there are only 24 pieces, and there’s no glue or paint required to finish the job. All of the Lamborghini’s die-cast metal ...