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der Vogelfänger
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Post by der Vogelfänger » Wed Aug 08, 2007 2:23 pm

Could you guys please let me know if the 1/32 FOV Kübelwagen is worth the price and effort to get? This is a strange question, as all of you know that I am a "airplane only" member, BUT everyone has to peek over the fence on occasion 8) :oops: :wink: ...

Thanks for any guidance....man, do I like Kübel's!

dV

(also, where you would recomment a purchase be made from)
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Post by tmanthegreat » Wed Aug 08, 2007 7:27 pm

I would say its worth it :D Then again, don't I always say that? It is a neat little piece, and is perhaps better detailed than the 1:18 Kubelwagen made by 21c. I have the gray version of the FOV Kubel, but many retailers have the cammo Normandy version. $22 + shipping is a reasonable price for it.

As for features (on mine) the driver's and front passenger doors open, the engine opens, front wheels turn, and it can be displayed with either the roof up or down. Various accessories can also be stowed on and in it. The set should come with a driver and commander figure.

Here's a couple links to some FOV Kubels still for sale:
http://www.badcataviation.com/gekumkno1ofv.html
http://www.smalljoes.com/forces_of_valo ... age2.shtml

As far as the smaller FOV vehicles go, you may also want to pick up the Type 166 Schwimmwagen, the Zundapp Motorbike, Willys Jeep, and US Amphibion GPA (get the Enthusiast versions on all as the Action grade vehicles kind of stink in terms of coloration :wink: )
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Post by KAMIKAZE » Wed Aug 08, 2007 10:34 pm

I agree with T-man. It is nicely detailed and worth the money.

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Post by Hanomag » Thu Aug 09, 2007 3:37 pm

I agree as well. Really can't go wrong....besides, they look great right next to a plane :D


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Post by der Vogelfänger » Thu Aug 09, 2007 4:15 pm

Thank you to all three posts.....sold, I'll get one, in particular the DAK/new version, to go with my Schultz! Thanks again for the input guys,

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Post by Hanomag » Thu Aug 09, 2007 7:34 pm

Don't worry, we wont tell anyone. You can be a closet ground-pounder.

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Post by der Vogelfänger » Fri Aug 10, 2007 2:11 am

Hanomag wrote:Don't worry, we wont tell anyone. You can be a closet ground-pounder.

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Post by ostketten » Sat Aug 11, 2007 4:30 am

I would say its worth it
Ditto what Tman said. I have both the gray and camo versions and they are a must have for 1:32 armor/vehicle collections IMO. I would also highly recommend the Schwimmer, Zundapp, and Jeep, all are great little pieces that will make nice additions to your collection. You really can't go wrong with any of the above.
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Kübel ?

Post by MG-42 » Sat Aug 11, 2007 6:08 am

DON'T DO IT JIM !

If you start with one ,.. you'll end up getting more.
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Re: Kübel ?

Post by der Vogelfänger » Sat Aug 11, 2007 12:33 pm

MG-42 wrote: DON'T DO IT JIM !

If you start with one ,.. you'll end up getting more.
Mitch,

Yeow, just what meine Frau needs to hear :oops: :wink:

Oh, well...he he. Remember, just because I say "yes ma'am" to here does NOT mean she is in charge! :o
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