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VW Beetle 1100 Boxer Engine Model Kit

Build your own functional model of the VW Beetle 1100 Boxer four-cylinder engine!

Perfect gift idea for automotive enthusiasts and DIYers over 14. year old.

VW Beetle 1100 Boxer Engine Kit contains more than 200 parts and a complete set of tools to construct the model. A perfect gift for young people interested in mechanics and for car enthusiasts who want to discover the secrets of engine construction. This model is an exceptionally attractive item to place in a workshop or car service shop.

It is a faithful replica of the Volkswagen Beetle 1100 Boxer engine, which debuted in 1946. Air-cooled, it became an icon of the roads, and its boxer-type design made it one of the most produced engines in Volkswagen's history. The scale of the model is 1:4.

With this kit, you can enjoy creating a transparent and functional model of the four-cylinder "Bulli" engine, produced between 1946 and 1953. To this day, it continues to fascinate automotive fans around the world.

All parts of the model move as in a full-size engine, reflecting its actual operation. LEDs installed inside simulate ignition sparks, adding realism. The set consists of more than 200 parts, and tools are included. The engine models also have a sound module, imitating real engine operation. Components can be easily assembled and screwed together - no glue required.

Also included is an exclusive companion book in English, which tells the story of the Humpback in detail and explains the technology under its hood in numerous illustrations. Detailed instructions for building the model are available in both Polish and English, providing easy understanding for young mechanics.

Summary:

• Power supply: three 1.5V AA batteries (not included)
• Not suitable for children under 14 years of age!
• Dimensions of the model when assembled: approx. 34 x 25.5 x 31 cm
• Scale 1:4
• User manual in Polish, English and German
• Book on the history of the model in English and German
• Decorative poppy pedestal to position the model
• Construction time: approx. 3 hours

Customer reviews of Haynes models:

1. "The finished model shows moving parts, it's very realistic, even the candle lights have to be set in the right order for the engine to work. Once the assembly is complete, you press the starter and admire the engine's performance. Ideal for car and automotive enthusiasts. Although a bit expensive, definitely worth the price."
2. "An excellent construction kit, illustrating the principles of the engine. The perfect gift for young mechanics."
3. "The kids at home had a great time building the Haynes engine. Although it took them a while because it requires focus, the biggest plus is that it teaches the principles of the engine in a simple way. Learning through experience is the best"
4. "I built this model together with my children. I myself was surprised how much I learned in the process."

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