drdjp11 Posted May 23, 2022 Share Posted May 23, 2022 (edited) Yes folks, it's here. The kit is a bit ropey - assembly has been attempted previously, but it is, for the most part, ok. I probably won't get this finished by the deadline, but at least it's here and under way. Parts bagged up. Nothing missing except the two halves of Barry's helmet... Looking into possible replacements. And here's bits of Barry doing the hokey cokey... And a few bits glued together already. And finally, what do you think, Barry? Edited May 24, 2022 by drdjp11 5 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonyW Posted May 23, 2022 Share Posted May 23, 2022 A late, but very welcome arrival. Good luck with the build. It would be fantastic to see it in the Gallery 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JOCKNEY Posted May 23, 2022 Share Posted May 23, 2022 I have to agree with Tony this would indeed be really special, the very best of luck, and I'll get my thinking cap on regarding the missing crash helmet. Cheers Pat 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drdjp11 Posted May 24, 2022 Author Share Posted May 24, 2022 Trying to figure out colouring - the instructions say the engine block should just be Humbrol 49 matt varnish, which would leave it a brick red matt color. Is that right? I would have thought some kind of steel or aluminium, but I'm certainly no superbike buff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drdjp11 Posted May 24, 2022 Author Share Posted May 24, 2022 As for the helmet, I found this on eBay, but it's coming from the UK to the US, so likely a squeaker with the gallery closure (presuming I can get six other kits across the finish line in time anyway...) 1/12 scale doll bike helmet... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rabbit Leader Posted May 25, 2022 Share Posted May 25, 2022 Wow…. Has to be the holy grail of Matchbox GB kits! So good to see this great kit of this great rider on here. I’m really happy you’ve managed to find one and bring it along to this huge party. We all wish you the best of luck. Cheers.. Dave 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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