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Die-cast pewter model of one of the greatest of all motorcycles

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Britten V1000 1/12th Scale Model


Destined to become one of the greatest collector's pieces of all time, the Britten V1000 has a remarkable history. Built by a visionary New Zealander, this exceptional machine went from complete obscurity to international fame in a few short years. John Britten designed his motorcycle from the ground up and manufactured almost all the components, assembled them into a firebreathing monster and took on the likes of the multi-million dollar Ducati works team to take the world title. 


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Nothing like that has happened in the motorcycle world for over half a century - it is simply not possible for "back-yarders" to field competitive machinery. But John Britten achieved his impossible dream, and the result was the greatest motorcycle in the world.

The Britten Company have produced a superbly detailed die-cast kit which reflects the glory of the original, of which only ten were produced. The limited edition kit comes packed in a box lined with green velour and is supplied with highly detailed instructions. Suitable for the experienced scale model builder, this kit will reward your efforts with a finished result which is a joy to behold. Fine examples exist in notable collections, including that of the Allen Motorcycle Museum.

The writer is a modeller who has built hundreds of different models over the years - ships, planes, trains ... and motorcycles - and I have certainly never seen a better presented kit than this.

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The model kit is available (on special order, I believe) from the Britten Motorcycle Company at Britten.co.nz

Some years ago there was a very good review of the kit at KitHobbyist.com

Britten Model by Rob Coulson

 

Allen Motorcycle Museum
Allen Motorcycle Museum
Private museum in Boston, MA, with many highly collectable vintage motorcycles for sale.

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