Datsun 240z kits

Hello,

I'm planning to build a Datsun 240z but I don't know which kit to build as i can only afford one.

Of the three i found available; Hasewaga 432R, Fujimi 240z-l, Revell BRE 240z, which one do you chaps recommend?

Thanks
Shonin

The Hasegawa has the nicest body/interior, most accurate appearance, but no engine. The Revell is pretty rough around the edges, an experienced builder can make it look good, but only with a lot of work...and it's only 1/25 scale which makes it look too small. I've only looked at a Fujimi briefly, it seemed okay, but the Hasegawa is a killer curbside, best appearance.

I have the Hasewaga 432R kit and its a very nice one. I highly recommend that one.


:wave:

My thoughts on the 3 kits:
I've built the Fujimi kit with engine, and it was fun. The body is molded as 1 piece. The engine bay is very respectable. Comes with LHD and RHD dashes, and an extra set of huge Watanabe wheels/tires!
It does not have chrome parts, ie the bumpers are not chromed!

http://files.automotiveforums.com/gallery/watermark.php?file=/503/133284driverside-med.jpg


I'm building a Hasegawa kit right now and imho the body/lines are much more accurate and to scale. Chassis and interior detail are better than the Fujimi. The nose is a separate piece, and the hood is shut. The engine bay also does not have correct detail. RHD dash only.
I recommend this kit since it includes photo-etched emblems and great decals. Has chrome parts like bumper/mirrors!

The Revell kit is, like others said 1/25 scale. The body lines are too heavy.
The decals are terrible. I actually used this kit to help detail the engine bay on my Fujumi kit...it does have full engine detail...nice SU carbs.
That's about it!

Ahh, thanks for the much appreciated recommendations, looks like I'm off to get the Hasegawa :wave: