Model kits are a fantastic analogue alternative to racing video games when it comes to indulging in your passion for cars. Like Tamiya, Revell is one of the big names in model kits. Its range extends beyond cars and into marine vessels and aircraft.
We’ve put together guides to the best model car kits from LEGO and Tamiya, and now we’re turning to Revell.
History of Revell
Instinct says the brand may be French and indeed the name Revell seems to be based on the French verb ‘reveille’, which means ‘awakening’. This would have made sense because Revell was one of the first to begin producing true-scale plastic toy models back in the mid-20th century.
With its good value and high-quality detailing, Revell has certainly developed a dedicated following just like Tamiya has. It’s also enjoyed a bit of a surge in popularity over the last couple of years as people have been relegated to the confines of their homes much more than was previously the case.
Skill levels
Revell kits are ranked from one to five, depending on the difficulty.
Level 1: Very basic and no need for glue or paint. For young children.
Level 2: Basic kits with up to 30 parts. Requires glue and paint.
Level 3: Medium complexity kits with up to 100 parts.
Level 4: Detailed models with up to 150 parts.
Level 5: Complex kits with over 150 parts for those who’ve done models before.
What you need
Most Revell kits require painting and of course gluing together. And these extras don’t come with the kits.
Recommended
Contents: spruce cutter, file, tweezers, and hobby knife.
Recommended
Glue (25g) has a needle point tip for detailed glue application.
Recommended
Contents: three paintbrushes (0/3/5), brush cleaner (14ml), and a pair of pipettes.
The best Revell car kits
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Classic cars
Level 3 | Scale 1:24 | Parts 142
Level 3 | Scale 1:24 | Parts 184
Level 3 | Scale 1:24 | Parts 114
Level 5 | Scale 1:16 | Parts 223
Smaller 1:24-scale Volkswagen Samba Bus also available.
Level 4 | Scale 1:24 | Parts 118
Glue, paints, and paintbrush included.
Standard Volkswagen Golf GTI also available in silver.
Level 4 | Scale 1:24 | Parts 125
Level 4 | Scale 1:16 | Parts 174
Classic muscle cars
Level 4 | Scale 1:25 | Parts 139
Level 4 | Scale 1:25 | Parts 137
Level 4 | Scale 1:25 | Parts 121
Level 4 | Scale 1:24 | Parts 84
Level 4 | Scale 1:24 | Parts 82
Level 4 | Scale 1:25 | Parts 128
Modern cars
Level 3 | Scale 1:24 | Parts 106
Panamera: Level 4 | Scale 1:24 | Parts 98
918 Spyder: Level 4 | Scale 1:24 | Parts 129
Glue, paints, and paintbrush included.
Level 4 | Scale 1:25 | Parts 128
Level 2 | Scale 1:25 | Parts 43
Level 2 | Scale 1:25 | Parts 18
Level 4 | Scale 1:24 | Parts 141
Level 4 | Scale 1:24 | Parts 131
Level 4 | Scale 1:24 | Parts 106
Racing cars
Level 5 | Scale 1:25 | Parts 119
Level 3 | Scale 1:24 | Parts 104
Level 4 | Scale 1:24 | Parts 88