Kyosho Ferrari 308 GTS

Eric W · #1 07-04-2009, 07:26 AM

I picked this one up a few months ago. The Ferrari 308 GTS has always been a favorite of mine since the first time I saw it on Magnum P.I.

It's too bad Kyosho didn't release a version of it with the tan interior with the black vent above the headlights.

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AceMaster · #2 07-04-2009, 09:27 PM

very nice

**djs308** · #3 07-06-2009, 09:56 PM

I had waited since the 80's to find a decent large scale model of the 308 GTS. Finally Kyosho answered the call. And yet, as good a model that it is, I was underwhelmed by it when I got it. Sure, I wanted an 84-85 USA spec car with tan interior. Instead we get a euro 83 car. Of all flavors of the 308qv, that's the one spec I least like to "look" at. There is a company (an Fchat sponsor, I think) that will custom paint your model to the spec you want. I inquired what it would be to paint it like the US car and they said something like $500. Probably very worth it if the quality is high.

Nevertheless, I can live with all that, but the accuracy of the model is a bit off. This bothered me a lot more than the other stuff. There is no reason for it considering the fact that it's billed as a "higher" end model. How hard is it for a model manufacturer to get the basic shape of a car right? Obviously, a 308 has a bunch of complex curves, but that's what computers are for, right? To see what I mean, do a search for a profile shot of a 308 and compare it with the profile of the model - it's not even close!

Still, I like having this model as I finally got my red 308QV in 1/18 scale! ;-)

**285ferrari** · #4 07-07-2009, 02:25 AM

Nice model--I have one like it....

**Martin308GTB** · #5 07-07-2009, 05:05 AM

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Originally Posted by djs308

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Nevertheless, I can live with all that, but the accuracy of the model is a bit off. This bothered me a lot more than the other stuff. There is no reason for it considering the fact that it's billed as a "higher" end model. How hard is it for a model manufacturer to get the basic shape of a car right? Obviously, a 308 has a bunch of complex curves, but that's what computers are for, right? To see what I mean, do a search for a profile shot of a 308 and compare it with the profile of the model - it's not even close!

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My opion ! A cheap Bburago 288 GTO or its HW successor resembles the original - and 308 GTB shape a lot more better than those Kyosho models. I was really disappointed and though having the 1:1 original the Kyosho GTB only has a place in the back of my display cabinet with looking at the rear view, which is justifiable, but NEVER the front view.
They did a really great job on their Daytonas. But the 308 and BB cars did fail.

Best Regards from Germany

Martin

**PAP 348** · #6 07-07-2009, 06:05 AM

Awesome model!! Great pics!!

I am going to buy the Kyosho 1/18th 308 GTB QV, 308 GTS QV and the 328 GTB, 328 GTS.

Will add them to my ever expanding 1/18the Ferrari collection.

Neonzapper · #7 07-07-2009, 09:36 PM

Nice model, and great pics. I need to add that to my collection!

ROBIN222 · #8 07-30-2009, 02:57 AM

It's getting harder and harder to find all the Ferrari 308.328 now since KYOSHO got no licence for making Ferrari models.
All the photos were shot 2 year ago when I get my first 308 GTS.
There were also 3 Anson 328 GTS with the fair quality and I get my Kyosho 328 GTS last year finally.

**PAP 348** · #9 07-30-2009, 06:13 PM

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Originally Posted by ROBIN222

It's getting harder and harder to find all the Ferrari 308.328 now since KYOSHO got no licence for making Ferrari models.
All the photos were shot 2 year ago when I get my first 308 GTS.
There were also 3 Anson 328 GTS with the fair quality and I get my Kyosho 328 GTS last year finally.

Very nice mate!!

I am a lucky boy. I just scored the Kyosho-

328 GTB
328 GTS
308 GTB QV
512 TR

They are ALL red and should have them all next week.

I just need to chase the 308 GTB and the 308 GTS QV.

**moretti** · #10 07-30-2009, 06:27 PM

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Originally Posted by PAP 348

I just need to chase the 308 GTB and the 308 GTS QV.

I've got a 308GTSqv in 1:1 for sale

DMC308 · #11 08-02-2009, 06:31 PM

I used to think of those Anson models as junk, but now you see so many of them in the $75 - $150 range.
Still like the Kyosho's the best, but still Anson diecast have been going up in value the last 15 years....and my original opinion has changed. Nice collection!

**Nurburgringer** · #12 08-06-2009, 01:11 PM

I thought the Kyosho 308 was a pretty darn nice model. Bought a red GTB version as a present, and sure seemed to me like the proportions were very close.
Would love to get a GTS QV to match my 1:1 car, but prices on these are quite a bit higher than the GTB (like $150) on Ebay. Almost bought one last weekend at the FCA event for $100 but decided the money would be better spent on maintenance for the real car...

Here's the case I put the GTB in:

**The Speedfighter** · #13 08-06-2009, 06:14 PM

Beautiful case!!!

DMC308 · #14 08-07-2009, 03:14 AM

I have seen these cases for around $15.00 plus shipping on ebay.. very cool.

**PAP 348** · #15 08-13-2009, 06:05 PM

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Originally Posted by moretti

I've got a 308GTSqv in 1:1 for sale

Thanks for rubbing it in!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nurburgringer

I thought the Kyosho 308 was a pretty darn nice model. Bought a red GTB version as a present, and sure seemed to me like the proportions were very close.
Would love to get a GTS QV to match my 1:1 car, but prices on these are quite a bit higher than the GTB (like $150) on Ebay. Almost bought one last weekend at the FCA event for $100 but decided the money would be better spent on maintenance for the real car...

Here's the case I put the GTB in:

Nice display case!

**Nurburgringer** · #16 08-17-2009, 12:41 PM

thanks - the case is an Ebay find for around $20, and overall I'm happy with it considering the price.

The plastic sheet that the car sits on is pretty thin however, so I considered (and should have) super-glued a reinforcing strip under. It sags just a bit.
The base also needed a couple extra rubber feet since the 4 that came with it were stuck to the extreme edges.

But other than that it does make a very nice, affordable presentation box. The clear part/mirror is optically very straight and nicely shaped.

The guy I gave it to absolutely loved it, and put it on prominant display in his Ferrari shop.
cheers

**PAP 348** · #17 09-18-2009, 08:16 PM

Does anyone know of a Kyosho RED 308 QV GTS 1/18 for sale anywhere?

Ive looked on Ebay etc..and cant find any.

Any info/help is greatly appreciated. Cheers.

**miketuason** · #18 09-18-2009, 09:22 PM

I bought two one yellow and one red, very sweet

**PAP 348** · #19 09-19-2009, 12:36 AM

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Originally Posted by miketuason

I bought two one yellow and one red, very sweet

Cool man, do they still have any red ones for sale??

mikerlx · #20 09-21-2009, 10:56 AM

There was a vendor selling a Kyosho 308 at the Autoshow and the guy knew I knew what it was quoting me $85 for it and it was beauty but I did not purchase it at the time gas was $4 a gallon!