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The Tamiya Sand Scorcher was the sixteenth 1/10-scale electric radio controlled car kit released by Japanese model manufacturer Tamiya Corporation. First introduced on December 15, 1979, its high level of detail and realism make it one of the most sought-after vintage R/C models today.

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  • The Tamiya Sand Scorcher was the sixteenth 1/10-scale electric radio controlled car kit released by Japanese model manufacturer Tamiya Corporation. First introduced on December 15, 1979, its high level of detail and realism make it one of the most sought-after vintage R/C models today.
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  • The Tamiya Sand Scorcher was the sixteenth 1/10-scale electric radio controlled car kit released by Japanese model manufacturer Tamiya Corporation. First introduced on December 15, 1979, its high level of detail and realism make it one of the most sought-after vintage R/C models today. Topeed with a highly detailed plastic replica of a Volkswagen Baja Bug, the Sand Scorcher was derived from an earlier car, the "Rough Rider" dune buggy. Most components were fashioned from metal instead of plastic. Though heavy, the Sand Scorcher was extremely rugged. Adding to the model's detail was its suspension system which was closely patterned after that of a full-scale Volkswagen. Onboard electronics were protected by a water-resistant clear plastic case. Of interest to both R/C and VW enthusiasts, mint-in-box examples of the Sand Scorcher command prices from US$1200 to $2200 since parts for these models are nearly impossible to find today, although the basic bodyshell is still used today as the "Blitzer Beetle," making it Tamiya's longest-running body shell ever. An original Sand Scorcher body can be identified by "1/10 RC VW BUGGY" molded into the inside of the roof. Later versions of the bodyshell lack this detail.
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