Gifts for Model Car Builders
Give them something they’ll love putting together. Explore gifts for model car builders at Best Buy Canada, from detailed car kits to handy tool sets and magnifying lamps for their workspace. Whether they’re starting their first build or adding to a favourite collection, find a gift that fits their hobby.
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Plastic Model Car Kits
REVELL USA Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2 Targa (85-4527) 1:24 Scale Car Plastic Model Kit
REVELL USA '32 Ford 5 Window Coupe (85-4228) 1:25 Scale Car Plastic Model Kit
ALUMINUM MODEL TOYS '70 Chevy Chevelle Ss (Amt1143) 1:25 Scale Car Plastic Model Kit
ALUMINUM MODEL TOYS 1995 Toyota Supra (Amt1101) 1:25 Scale Car Plastic Model Kit
TAMIYA Lotus Europa Special #358 (24358) 1:24 Scale Car Plastic Model Kit
LIGHTSPEED Aoshima 1/32 Nissan R34 Skyline Gt-R (Midnight Iii) New In Purple
ALUMINUM MODEL TOYS '57 Ford Thunderbird Hardtop/convertible (Amt1206) 1:16 Scale Car Plastic Model Kit
VOLTZ TOYS Rc Car Building Kit, 1/18 Scale Porsche 911 Gt2 Rs Clubsport 25 Assembly Kits to Build w Remote Controller, Licensed Model, 68PCs, Stem
ALUMINUM MODEL TOYS (Amt) 1967 Shelby Gt-350 (White) (Amt800) 1:25 Scale Car Plastic Model Kit
ALUMINUM MODEL TOYS (Amt) 1963 Chevy Ii Nova Station Wagon (Amt1202) 1:25 Scale Car Plastic Model Kit
ALUMINUM MODEL TOYS (Amt) 1988 Ford Mustang Gt (Amt1216) 1:25 Scale Car Plastic Model Kit
ALUMINUM MODEL TOYS The Californian "1968 Olds Tornado Custom" (Mpc942) 1:25 Scale Car Plastic Model Kit
ALUMINUM MODEL TOYS '64 Mercury Marauder Hardtop (Amt1294) 1:25 Scale Car Plastic Model Kit
ALUMINUM MODEL TOYS Batman Forever Batmobile (Amt1240) 1:25 Scale Car Plastic Model Kit
ALUMINUM MODEL TOYS 1958 Chevy Impala Hardtop "ala Impala" (Amt1301) 1:25 Scale Car Plastic Model Kit
ALUMINUM MODEL TOYS (Amt) '77 Ford "cruising Van" (Amt1108) 1:25 Scale Van Plastic Model Kit
ALUMINUM MODEL TOYS (Amt) 1969 Plymouth Gtx Hard Top Pro Street (Amt1180) 1:25 Scale Car Plastic Model Kit
ALUMINUM MODEL TOYS '32 Ford V-8 Coupe (Amt1181) 1:32 Scale Car Plastic Model Kit
ALUMINUM MODEL TOYS (Amt) John Wick - 1970 Chevy Chevelle Ss (Amt1453) 1:25 Scale Car Plastic Model Kit
POLAR LIGHTS Star Trek Galileo Shuttlecraft (Pol909) 1:32 Scale Ship Plastic Model Kit
ALUMINUM MODEL TOYS (Amt) 1994 Ford F-150 Svt Lightning (Amt1110) 1:25 Scale Truck Plastic Model Kit
FLAME TOYS Furai Model: #04 Arashikage Cycle for Storm Shadow G.i. Joe Motorcycle Plastic Model Kit
BANDAI Batmobile (The Batman 2022 Ver.) 1:35 Scale Car Plastic Model Kit
ALUMINUM MODEL TOYS '68 Chevy Corvette Custom (Amt1236) 1:25 Scale Car Plastic Model Kit
ALUMINUM MODEL TOYS 1988 Ford Mustang Gt (Amt1216) 1:25 Scale Car Plastic Model Kit
ALUMINUM MODEL TOYS 1978 Ford Courier Minivan (Amt1210) 1:25 Scale Car Plastic Model Kit
REVELL GERMANY C-54D Skymaster 70Th Anniversary Berlin Airlift (03910) Limited Edition 1:72 Scale Airplane Plastic Model Kit
REVELL GERMANY Tpz1 Fuchs Eloka "hummel" Abc Spurpanzer (03139) 1:72 Scale Car Plastic Model Kit
ALUMINUM MODEL TOYS 1929 Ford Woody/pickup (Amt1269) 1:25 Scale Car Plastic Model Kit
ALUMINUM MODEL TOYS 1969 Plymouth Gtx Convertible Cabriolet (Amt1137) 1:25 Scale Car Plastic Model Kit
ALUMINUM MODEL TOYS Li'l Gypsy Wagon 1:25 Scale Car Plastic Model Kit
ALUMINUM MODEL TOYS 1971 Volkswagen "superbug Gasser" (Coca-Cola) (Amt1284) 1:25 Scale Car Plastic Model Kit
ALUMINUM MODEL TOYS 1998 Chrysler Concorde "street Heat" Slammers Snap 1:25 Scale Car Plastic Model Kit
ALUMINUM MODEL TOYS '23 Ford T Depot Hack 1:25 Scale Car Plastic Model Kit
ALUMINUM MODEL TOYS '67 Chevy Chevelle Pro Street (Amt876) 1:25 Scale Car Plastic Model Kit
ALUMINUM MODEL TOYS 1972 Gmc "jimmy" (Amt1219) 1:25 Scale Car Plastic Model Kit
ALUMINUM MODEL TOYS (Amt) '59 Chrysler Imperial (Amt1136) 1:25 Scale Car Plastic Model Kit
ALUMINUM MODEL TOYS (Amt) 1965 Chevelle Surf Wagon (Amt1131) 1:25 Scale Car Plastic Model Kit
ALUMINUM MODEL TOYS (Amt) '40 Ford Coupe (Amt1141) 1:25 Scale Car Plastic Model Kit
ALUMINUM MODEL TOYS (Amt) 1967 Chevrolet Impala Ss (Amt981) 1:25 Scale Car Plastic Model Kit
ALUMINUM MODEL TOYS (Amt) '51 Chevy Bel Air "build Stock Or Drag" (Amt862) 1:25 Scale Car Plastic Model Kit
Model Building Tool Kits
SYMLIS Model Building Tool Kit 33 Piece Hobby Craft Tools Set for Gundam Cars Aircraft Building Diy Model Craft Tools Set
SYMLIS Model Building Tool Kit 23 Piece Hobby Craft Tools Set for Gundam Model Making Plastic Model Building Diy Tools
SYMLIS Model Building Tool Kit 13 Piece Hobby Craft Tools Set for Gundam Plastic Model Assembly Diy Craft Tools Kit
BANDAI Spirits Entry Tool Set Plastic Model Kit Tool
MYACUC Design And Drill Toys, Dinosaur Toy Magic Montessori Play Toolbox Design And Drill Stem Toys for 5 Year Old +, Best Christmas Gift List
ERTL TOYS 1:32 21-Piece Hobby Set W/ Horses
TAMIYA Paint Stirrer (74017) Plastic Model Kit Tool
SYMLIS Model Painting Tool Kit With Wet Palette Paint Mixing Box for Gundam Model Coloring
ARMY PAINTER Hobby Tool Kit New
ARMY PAINTER Sculpting Tools New
TAMIYA Curved Scissors for Plastic #5 (74005) Plastic Model Kit Tool
BANDAI Model Sanding Stick Set (Mini) Model Kit Tools (File)
TAMIYA Modeling Brush Hf Standard Set (87067) Plastic Model Kit Tool
BANDAI Spirits Entry Nipper (Red) Plastic Model Kit Tool
BANDAI Spirits Entry Nipper (Pink) Plastic Model Kit Tool
BANDAI Spirits Build Up Nipper (Blue) Plastic Model Kit Tool
FASCINATIONS Metal Earth Tool Kit
Magnifying Desk Lamps
GREEN STUFF WORLD Stuff Worldmagnifying Desk Lamp - Faded White
SYMLIS Magnifying Desk Lamp - USB Led Repair Magnifier With Light - 1PC
YOULIGHTS Modern Adjustable Swivel Arm 10X Magnifier Desk Lamp w Light And Clip, 3 Color Modes Stepless Dimming Real Glass Led Lighting Magnifier
SYMLIS Magnifying Glass Lamp Large Base 3 Color Modes 10 Level Brightness Led Desk Magnifier for Repair Craft Reading
STANZ Magnifier Clamp Lamp Magnifying Led 5X Glass Metal Swing Arm Desk Lamp Dimming 3 Color Modes Glare-Free Memory Function
DAYLIGHT COMPANY Daylight Led Lumi Task Lamp
MYACUC 15X Large Magnifying Glass w Light & Clamp, Real Glass 5 Color Mode Dimmable, Hands Free Lighted Magnifier w Stand, Led Swing Arm Desk Lamp For
SYMLIS Illuminated Magnifying Lamp 5X/10X, 40 Leds Flexible Arm for Reading, Soldering, Or Craft
MYACUC Magnifying Glass With Light And Stand, Metal Base Desk Magnifier Lamp for Diy Craft Reading Painting Sewing Hobby Detail Work
OTTLITE 24 W Ultimate 3-In-1 Floor And Table Craft Lamp
MYACUC 10X Lighted Magnifying Glass With 72 Leds, 3 Color Modes, 10-Level Dimming, Clip And Base, Ideal for Reading And Repairs
OTTLITE Craft Lamp. Reduced Eyestrain Led Convenient Sturdy Clips 2X Optical Magnifier 24 W Ultimate 3-In-1 Floor And Table Craft Lamp w Flexible
SILVERFOX Magnifying Lamp 1006
DAYLIGHT COMPANY Omega 5 Led Magnifying Lamp
DAYLIGHT COMPANY Omega 5 Esd Led Magnifying Lamp
DAYLIGHT COMPANY Omega 7 Led Magnifying Lamp
XTRICITY Desk Lamp Magnifier Swing Arm Clip 60W In Black
SYMLIS 5X Magnifying Lamp With Flexible Arm, Led Cosmetic Light for Beauty, Reading, And Craft Work
SYMLIS Led Magnifying Lamp 5X 10X, Adjustable USB Light With Swivel Arm for Reading And Craft Work
BISBISOUS Magnifying Lamp Desk Light 5X 11X Magnifier 8 Led USB Battery
SYMLIS Handheld Foldable Led Magnifying Work Light 5X 11X Battery Powered Adjustable Desk Lamp for Repair And Inspection
BISBISOUS 95MM Clip-On Desk Lamp With Magnifying Glass
BISBISOUS Magnifying Lamp - 5 Diopter Light - Clamp Arm - 3 Color Modes
BISBISOUS Magnifier Lamp - 5X 10X Lighted Lens - Rechargeable
SYMLIS Magnifying Glass With Light And Stand Clamp Led Desk Magnifier 3 Color Modes Dimmable for Craft Repair Close Work
SYMLIS Magnifying Lamp With Stand Clamp Led Desk Magnifier 3 Color Modes Dimmable Adjustable Light for Repair Craft Reading
BISBISOUS Magnifying Desk Lamp Led Clip Lamp Flexible Gooseneck Eu Plug 1 Piece In White
AVERA GROUP 2-In-1 Led Magnifier Desk Lamp 8X Magnifying Glass w Light Swing Arm Desk Table Light USB Reading Lamp w Clamp Stand 10 Brightness 3
SYMLIS Desktop Magnifying Glass With Light - Multi-Function Repair Lens - USB Powered
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FAQ
Start with their favourite car make, era or racing style, then check which kits they already own. Match the kit’s age guidance and skill level to their experience. If you’re unsure which car to choose, a model building tool set or magnifying desk lamp can be a useful addition to their workspace.
Look for a snap-together kit with a manageable parts count and clear instructions. These kits generally need less preparation than glue-and-paint models. Check the product’s age guidance and assembly requirements, since snap-together kits can still contain small parts or need tools to remove pieces from their frames.
Not always. Many plastic model car kits require paint, model cement and tools sold separately, while some snap-together kits can be assembled without glue. Read the included-items list and assembly requirements before buying so you know whether to add supplies to the gift.
Scale describes the model’s size compared with the real car. A 1:24 model is one twenty-fourth of the full-size vehicle’s dimensions. For the same car, a 1:24 model is slightly larger than a 1:25 model. Matching the scale they already collect can help their finished cars look consistent on display.
Commonly used tools include plastic sprue cutters, tweezers, a hobby knife and fine files or sanding sticks. Tool kit contents vary, so compare the included pieces with what the builder already has. Cutting tools require careful handling and appropriate supervision for younger builders.
Consider lens size, magnification, adjustable lighting and enough working room beneath the lens for hands and tools. A movable arm helps position the light, while a clamp base can save desk space. Check the mounting dimensions, power requirements and whether any required power adapter is included.
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