{"product_id":"revell-bmw-isetta-250-70th-anniversary-1-16-scale","title":"Revell - BMW Isetta 250 70th Anniversary 1:16 Scale","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRevell BMW Isetta 250 — 70th Anniversary Exclusive Edition — 1:16 Scale Model Kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFew cars have achieved the distinctive charm and cultural significance of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMW Isetta 250\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Introduced in Germany in 1955, this unusual microcar became one of the most recognizable vehicles of the post-war era. Its compact dimensions, rounded bodywork, economical single-cylinder engine, and unmistakable front-opening door made it a unique solution to the growing demand for affordable personal transportation.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eRevell celebrates the 70th anniversary of this automotive icon with a detailed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1:16 scale plastic model kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, featuring 94 parts and several distinctive features inspired by the original vehicle. The kit includes a movable front-door mechanism, a detailed 250 cc engine, rotating wheels, decals, and an exclusive bilingual historical book. Combining classic automotive design with an engaging building experience, this anniversary edition is an excellent addition to collections of vintage cars and historical model kits.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe BMW Isetta 250: An Icon of the 1950s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe story of the BMW Isetta began with the Italian company Iso, which originally developed the compact vehicle. BMW licensed the design and adapted it for the German market, introducing its version in 1955 during a period when affordable and economical transportation was especially important.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGermany was experiencing rapid economic recovery, and many families were looking for accessible alternatives to larger and more expensive automobiles. The Isetta answered this demand with a small footprint, modest running costs, and a distinctive design that set it apart from conventional passenger cars.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts unusual appearance earned it the affectionate nickname \"Knutschkugel,\" often translated as \"bubble car.\" The rounded cabin and compact proportions gave the Isetta a personality that was immediately recognizable on the road.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eBetween 1955 and 1962, more than \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e160,000 BMW Isettas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e were produced. The vehicle became an important part of BMW's history and remains a popular subject among classic car enthusiasts and collectors.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistinctive Front-Opening Door\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eOne of the BMW Isetta's most recognizable features was its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efront-opening door\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, which allowed occupants to enter and exit through the front of the vehicle rather than through conventional side doors.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis unusual arrangement was central to the Isetta's compact design. The steering wheel and steering column were integrated with the opening front section, helping make access possible despite the vehicle's small dimensions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eRevell reproduces this characteristic feature with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emovable front-door mechanism\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, allowing builders to recreate one of the most memorable elements of the original car.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe front door gives the completed model additional visual interest and makes the Isetta instantly recognizable when displayed alongside more conventional classic automobiles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetailed 250 cc Engine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe BMW Isetta 250 was powered by a compact \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e250 cc single-cylinder engine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, designed to provide economical transportation while keeping the vehicle small and lightweight.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRather than emphasizing high performance, the Isetta focused on practicality, low running costs, and efficient use of space. Its modest engine was well suited to the vehicle's role as an accessible urban car during the 1950s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eRevell includes a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edetailed reproduction of the 0.25-liter engine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, allowing modelers to recreate an important part of the vehicle's mechanical character.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCareful assembly and painting can help bring out the details of the engine and enhance the authenticity of the finished miniature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthentic Bodywork and Classic Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Isetta's rounded bodywork and compact proportions made it one of the most unusual vehicles of its era. Its egg-shaped cabin, narrow profile, and minimal exterior dimensions distinguished it from traditional family cars and larger touring vehicles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRevell's 1:16 scale model captures the distinctive appearance of the BMW Isetta 250, providing a detailed miniature representation of this famous microcar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe larger scale offers an opportunity to appreciate the vehicle's characteristic shape and the relationship between its compact body, front door, wheels, and engine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCareful painting and finishing can further enhance the model's appearance, emphasizing the contrast between the bodywork, windows, wheels, and smaller exterior details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRotating Wheels and Display Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe wheels are an important part of the Isetta's unusual proportions, contributing to its compact stance and distinctive silhouette.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eRevell includes \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003erotating wheels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, adding a functional detail to the completed model and allowing it to be positioned naturally when displayed.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCombined with the movable front door and detailed engine, this feature makes the kit more than a simple static representation of the vehicle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModelers can further personalize the finished model through careful paint application, precise decal placement, and attention to the small details that define the original car.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExclusive 70th Anniversary Edition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThis special edition celebrates \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e70 years of the BMW Isetta in Germany\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, honoring a vehicle that became an important symbol of affordable mobility during the post-war economic recovery.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eBeyond the plastic model itself, the edition includes a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebilingual historical book in German and English\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This accompanying publication provides additional background information about the Isetta and its place in automotive history.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe anniversary edition combines model building with historical appreciation, making it particularly appealing to collectors who enjoy learning about the vehicles they build.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts combination of distinctive design, mechanical details, and historical material makes the kit a thoughtful choice for classic car enthusiasts and model builders alike.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecals and Assembly Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFinishing details play an important role in creating a convincing scale model. 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Its unusual shape and front-opening door continue to make it a favorite among enthusiasts of classic European automobiles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRevell's 70th Anniversary Edition offers modelers the opportunity to recreate this memorable vehicle in miniature while exploring the history of one of the most distinctive cars of the post-war era.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLevel 3 Model Kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe Revell BMW Isetta 250 – 70th Anniversary Exclusive Edition is rated \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLevel 3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, making it suitable for modelers seeking a detailed project without the complexity of an advanced Level 5 kit.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe kit contains \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e94 parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and is designed in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1:16 scale\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with distinctive features including a movable front door, a detailed engine, and rotating wheels.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe package includes the plastic model kit, illustrated assembly instructions, a decal sheet, and a bilingual historical book in German and English.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe kit is recommended for builders aged \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10 and older\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. 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