HOTSHOT Re-Release Coming

[kjr2]

A little over a year ago I found a NIB!!!! Hotshot at a yardsale and got it for $20. I didn't know if it was a deal or not. I figured it had to be worth $20. I put it on eBay and it went for $440! Last week I saw a NIB Hotshot for $1000 on eBay.

Now Tamiya announces a re-release!

http://www.tamiyausa.com/product/item.php?product-id=58391

 

[Tom]

Great news, another re-release!

# Triangular wheel hubs further enhance the buggy's unique look.

Does this mean you cannot use regular buggy wheels?

 

[William]

the hotshot at least looks a little like a 1:1, but I wish they'd do the wild one or fast attack buggies

 

[Project Megapede]

I wouldnt mind seeing a FAV come out. That would mean I could get parts for mine lol.

 

[BillH]

Why the Hot Shot and not the Super Hot Shot?

 

[William]

Why the Hot Shot and not the Super Hot Shot?

Well, there were about 4, or 5? buggies based off of the hotshot. So I imagine they figure the one with the mos common parts. Kind of the frog rerelease and all the trucks and buggies based off it.

 

[kjr2]

I think the Hotshot is one of the most sought after Tamiya kits. I mean $1000 for a NIB kit on eBay! I saw a poll somewhere too where people were voting for the Tamiya kit they wanted re-released and the Hotshot had more votes than the Bruiser:willy

I know an NIB Bruiser will fetch more $$$ but I think the Hotshot has a broader appeal. Only the MT crowd is into Bruisers...

 

[DirtMcGirt]

Hotshot is for sure a fun buggy, but I would rather have a release of the super champ or sand scorcher any day.:bang

 

[twisted8]

im glad to see that they are continuing these releases. those who want other vehicles shouldn't worry to much, tamiya looks like they are on a releasing binge.

 

[William]

great business savy
they aleady have the molds, and retooling would be cheaper than a "new" design. Plus many guys who wanted said buggy or truck back in the 80'sas a kid can now afford it.