New from Tamiya is this VW Scirocco GT rolling on the TT-01 Type E chassis. This kit includes a detailed Scirocco polycarbonate body that is clear and comes with window masks, sticker sheet and separately molded ABS addons like mirrors and a rear wing. Plated spoked wheels are included as well, wrapped in slick racing …

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Tamiya has announced the re-release of one of their iconic Rally cars, the Subaru Impreza Mexico 2004! This Rally ride is based on the TT-01 Type E chassis which features a 4WD independent suspension, an enclosed tub chassis and a low CoG – you know, for better Rally handling! The body is a 2004 Subaru …

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Getting Sideways with Yeah Racing When I get a chance to build project cars, I usually go big. If I can help it, I don’t leave much of the original car to be seen. When I got my hands on Yeah Racing’s Tamiya TT-01 Aluminum Conversion, I had a clear head on what the final …

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The Volkswagen Golf24 race car was entered in the 2011 24 Hours Nürburgring to commemorate the 35th anniversary of the Golf GTI. This car featured race-spec modifications including a front-mounted 440hp inline 5-cylinder turbocharged engine, 4WD powertrain, and a dynamic form with fender flares and a rear wing. Three of them were entered and they …

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The 1992 DTM season saw BMW cars demonstrate superb performance. One of them was the car from Team Linder, which featured the German liquor company Jägermeister’s distinctive livery. At the last two races of the season, the car drew much attention with the 1987 motorcycle racing champion Wayne Gardner at the wheel. This famous race …

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Overview The 2008 24 Hours Nürburgring had Volkswagen debut a contingent of new Scirocco GT24 race cars. They went on to earn an impressive 1-2 finish in their inaugural race. The car was later updated with a new 2.0-liter inline 4-cylinder turbocharged engine that was notable for being powered by Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), which …

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Based on the Audi R8 street car, the full size R8 LMS features a powerful V10 engine capable of over 500 horse power. It was developed to compete in the FIA GT3 Class and it was entered into the 2009 24 Hours Nürburgring endurance race. There were four of these R8s lined up on the …

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