53HRA Posted November 9, 2016 Share Posted November 9, 2016 Rumours have it that Tamiya will issue a re-release of their iconic The Bigwig 1/10th 4WD buggy early next year. Originally released back in 1986 to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Tamiya’s RC section, the Takuya Yura designed buggy was probably the first RC car that was created with optimised aerodynamics in mid. It’s “wing-type” body created some stir and even today it is one of the more sought-after vintage Tamiya kits. More information to follow View full news article 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisT Posted November 9, 2016 Share Posted November 9, 2016 I've been reading all over the forums and blogs etc that everyone wants this re-released. I won't be surprised if it is. I remember that back in the 80's, was one of the most sought after Tamiya buggys in it's day. Go for stupid money on ebay now. I'll await it's presence and price tag... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johninderby Posted November 9, 2016 Share Posted November 9, 2016 Wonder what it will go for? http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Tamiya-Bigwig-RC-Car-Vintage-Rare-/282240038133?hash=item41b6d134f5:g:Wx0AAOSwB09YF6NR Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisT Posted November 9, 2016 Share Posted November 9, 2016 (edited) 21 minutes ago, johninderby said: Wonder what it will go for? http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Tamiya-Bigwig-RC-Car-Vintage-Rare-/282240038133?hash=item41b6d134f5:g:Wx0AAOSwB09YF6NR He's charging £50 postage on that, already puts it over £200. Just noticed it's in France. Edited November 9, 2016 by ChrisT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
53HRA Posted November 9, 2016 Author Share Posted November 9, 2016 1 hour ago, ChrisT said: I've been reading all over the forums and blogs etc that everyone wants this re-released. I won't be surprised if it is. I remember that back in the 80's, was one of the most sought after Tamiya buggys in it's day. Go for stupid money on ebay now. I'll await it's presence and price tag... Agreed, it's a shame they don't re-release the old Hilux ......... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mond Posted November 9, 2016 Share Posted November 9, 2016 Give a shout when they rerelease the 959. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noj Posted November 9, 2016 Share Posted November 9, 2016 Audi Quattro please, Mr Tamiya.... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Posted November 9, 2016 Share Posted November 9, 2016 I remember wanting this when I was young but couldn't afford it so I got a small model version of this. Not sure where it has gone to! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daveyb84 Posted November 9, 2016 Share Posted November 9, 2016 This is one tamiya im not keen on, wont be on my wishlist. please mr tamiya bring back the escort cosworth!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisT Posted November 9, 2016 Share Posted November 9, 2016 Apparently, a model shop in Australia got wind of it and advertised it on their website. http://metrohobbies.com.au/tamiya-1-10-the-bigwig-2017.html The link is now dead but someone got a screen shot of it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Si Coe Posted November 9, 2016 Share Posted November 9, 2016 (edited) Yeah, but its really just a tarted up Boomerang. What made the original Bigwig special was the fact it came with a Technigold motor and was made for 8.4V power, making it the fastest 'out of the box' RC of its day. Just doesn't work the same now..... Edited November 9, 2016 by Si Coe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luminova11 Posted November 10, 2016 Share Posted November 10, 2016 This is one tamiya im not keen on, wont be on my wishlist. please mr tamiya bring back the escort cosworth!!!!+1I've been trying to find a Michelin Pilot Cossie for ages but even wrecks are making stupid money.Sent from my D6603 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisT Posted November 10, 2016 Share Posted November 10, 2016 There is a workaround if you want a Pilot Escort. It's by no means a 100% genuine build but it's probably the next best thing without paying stupid money for something that's second hand and not up to scratch. CLICKY You just need to source the body parts and buy a chassis, which is readily available. The whale tail is probably the hardest to find. Or the other option is the Escort WRC. CLICKY As with the pilot model, everything is readily available, the rear spoiler can be had for a tenner and theres pleanty out there. I didn't add them up, but the shells, decals, paint and spoilers cost an estimated £65, then all you need is a chassis. If you have one, you're sorted. The WRC chassis is a TT01E which I paid £50 brand new, the Pilot is a brand new TL-01, parts bought from various suppliers cost an estimated £70. Time consuming rounding everything up but it was a lot of fun Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisT Posted November 10, 2016 Share Posted November 10, 2016 On 09/11/2016 at 08:37, johninderby said: Wonder what it will go for? http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Tamiya-Bigwig-RC-Car-Vintage-Rare-/282240038133?hash=item41b6d134f5:g:Wx0AAOSwB09YF6NR £260. With a shell like that, not worth it IMO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turok007 Posted November 12, 2016 Share Posted November 12, 2016 it was ugly then and it hasn't changed. im sure that is why they stuck that motor in it. in the hope it would sell more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisT Posted November 12, 2016 Share Posted November 12, 2016 On 09/11/2016 at 09:33, 53HRA said: Agreed, it's a shame they don't re-release the old Hilux ......... Found one used 1/10 1:10 Tamiya Toyota Hilux 58028 Vintage Just be wary of it though... Quote Tires looks good but are full of crack. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisT Posted November 14, 2016 Share Posted November 14, 2016 A clue? Clicky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisT Posted December 7, 2016 Share Posted December 7, 2016 (edited) Bit more on this... Looks like they've ditched the Dick Cepek decal off the wing. Original. And a French release note which includes other models. http://t2m-rc.fr/fichiers/pdf_Notes_Infos/RC/Tamiya/RTAM144_SP.pdf €220 on a french site = £187. http://www.rcteam.fr/kit-a-monter/24334-tamiya-buggy-the-bigwig-2017-kit-47330.html Edited December 7, 2016 by ChrisT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaz! Posted December 7, 2016 Share Posted December 7, 2016 Rc4wd has the dick cepek rights in the RC world now. tamiya have let a few licenses go for reasons unknown...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisT Posted December 23, 2016 Share Posted December 23, 2016 From another forum, it looks like it's official, but unofficial... Quote Posted yesterday at 05:14 AM THEY HAVE ARRIVED IN CANADA!! at my LHS. ... looks as this Dick Cepek has definitely been replaced with Moon Craft. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisT Posted December 28, 2016 Share Posted December 28, 2016 Didn't take long. http://www.ebay.com/itm/Tamiya-The-Bigwig-2017-Reissue-NIB-R-C-4WD-Buggy-Kit-/282305428532 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Si Coe Posted December 29, 2016 Share Posted December 29, 2016 GT tuned motor though. The Technigold was what made this car - its just not the same without. Yes I know that the Technigold is terribly outdated and that the GT tuned is probably quicker, but the truth is there were better motors even back in the day. What was desirable about the Technigold is that the only place you found it was in top end Tamiya's. The Bigwig is really just a Boomerang variant with a fancy shell - it was the Technigold (and correspondingly higher price tag) that made it special. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisT Posted December 30, 2016 Share Posted December 30, 2016 I'm gutted I missed the Boomerang rere, I'd have snapped that up in a heartbeat, definitley the better buggy out of the Bigwig, Hotshot etc. Found the first UK modelshop to list the new Bigwig. http://www.tjdmodels.com/tamiya-bigwig-2017-rerelease-p-26016.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisT Posted December 31, 2016 Share Posted December 31, 2016 On 29/12/2016 at 11:34, Si Coe said: GT tuned motor though. The Technigold was what made this car - its just not the same without. Yes I know that the Technigold is terribly outdated and that the GT tuned is probably quicker, but the truth is there were better motors even back in the day. What was desirable about the Technigold is that the only place you found it was in top end Tamiya's. The Bigwig is really just a Boomerang variant with a fancy shell - it was the Technigold (and correspondingly higher price tag) that made it special. They've done their best to disguise the motor by sticking a black sticker over it. They've now landed in South Korea. Quote I've got the one of these. Described some notes, and attached a few pics about re-re. Sub-chassis is there, and full ball bearings. Two steel anttenas were included like original, and pipe style also can be selected. 4 yellow oild dampers are (almost) same as original (not cva2 version). A small hole on each rear damper caps seems noticeable thing. F/R drive shafts & gearbox joints seem same as re-re Hotshot's Designed for old 8.4v long battery, re-re builders can choose to attach some sponge block tapes on each side of battery holder of bathtub chassis if needed. Moon craft logos on wheels. Bright gold unique sticker is attached on GT-tuned motor. Small square hole in front bumper like re-re Boomerang. Official release date in Japan looks like FEB 2017, being hinted to the rear cover of the manual. I hadn't ori-Bigwig at that times, so couldn't tell with full certainty, but overall re-re model's changes and updates seem rather small, as another Tamiya re-re's. Taken pics are below. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kpowell911 Posted January 1, 2017 Share Posted January 1, 2017 Did they ever re release the Toyota Celica Grp. B? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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