Revell 1/24 Gift Set Mercedes-Benz 300 SL (100 Years of Mercedes-Benz)

Owning an original 300 SL remains an unattainable dream for most, as these vehicles now fetch astronomical sums at auctions. But the fascination with technology and design can be experienced in other ways. Often, however, getting started in the demanding world of model building is thwarted by a lack of equipment. With this gift set ("100 Years Mercedes-Benz" Edition), you elegantly overcome this obstacle. You receive a complete package that allows you to start building immediately, without having to worry about accessories beforehand. This way, the dream of owning your own gullwing model becomes a reality on your workbench.

Features

• All-inclusive package: As a gift set, this item includes glue, brushes and the essential basic colors.
• Authentic mechanics: The legendary gullwing doors open upwards, just like the original, revealing the interior.
• Technical depth: With 165 individual parts and Level 4 difficulty, you delve deep into the construction – including a detailed engine replica.
• Impressive result: At a scale of 1:24, an almost 19 cm long model is created that perfectly captures the elegant lines of 1954.
• Historical flair: Numerous chrome parts provide the typical shine of this era and enhance the finished model.

Assembling this kit will immerse you in the spirit of the 1950s. You're not just putting together plastic parts; you're reconstructing a piece of automotive history. The Level 4 challenge guarantees hours of building fun, rewarding patience and precise work. The intricate tubular space frame and the detailed six-cylinder engine, in particular, demand your full attention.

Thanks to the included Aqua Color paints and Contacta Professional Mini adhesive, you can get started right away. The paints are low-odor and dry quickly, allowing your construction to progress rapidly. Whether you're looking for a highlight for your display case or want to give a car enthusiast a very special gift – this set brings the exclusivity of the original to model making.

Background information

The Mercedes-Benz 300 SL (W 198) is more than just a car; it's a style icon. When it was launched in 1954, it was the fastest production car of its time, bringing genuine racing technology to the road. Its most distinctive feature, the upward-opening gullwing doors, wasn't a design whim but a technical necessity: the extremely rigid tubular space frame required such wide side sills that conventional doors were impossible. Today, the 300 SL is considered the "sports car of the century" and regularly fetches prices well over a million euros. With this model, you can bring that very legend home.

Includes

• Plastic model kit (unassembled)
• Illustrated, multilingual assembly instructions
• Decal set
• Paint brush
• Basic colors (Revell Aqua Color)
• Adhesive (Revell Contacta Professional Mini)