If you feel that strongly about it you might want to put a complaint directly into Airfix rather than ranting at the Op about it - I imagine Airfix senior management don't come here often :wink:
jongerry
15 Nov 154#7
What is the point of an Airfix "quick build" kit? Bit like a 2 piece jigsaw or a cross word with only one answer needed. If you haven't the patience to build it then buy a model.As for boasting about having a short attention span.....
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VanDutch
15 Nov 151#2
Half thought it was transforming ^^
riker71 to VanDutch
20 Nov 16#34
Re Asda, instore only, not online after checking
johnson293
21 Nov 15#33
As the OP mentioned, these are 2 for £14 at Asda... got the Lambo and the McClaren to go with our sons christmas stuff (already has the Veyron).
Pluun
16 Nov 15#32
HA !
Now I know you're joking.
Royal Mail?
If it actually get's to their door, unbroken, unstolen, the postie will be confused on how to operate the door bell and dump it in the nearest river.
twmbo
15 Nov 156#11
can i get this on a lease deal?
ms024 to twmbo
15 Nov 151#15
thank God this is not a lease deal. lol
NEtech to twmbo
16 Nov 15#31
Of course, I will lease you one for £50 per month over 12 month.
I will PM you the details, once signed I will ship one out via Royal Mail 1st Class Signed For.
Helpful567
16 Nov 15#30
I dont know about the cars because I have not purchased one but there are several comments about the quick build kits on this posting.
I have purchased the spitfire and the messerschidmt aeroplanes. My 6 year old son plays with these every day. The propellers have a tendancy to fall off but are easy to fit back on. They look great and and much better than the airfix glue together then paint models which I had when I was a boy.
They are slightly too fiddly for a 6 year old to build but would probably be suitable for a child age 8 or older.
I have also purchased the harrier aeroplane which was fun to build but is grey all over and therefore doesnt look as special as the spitfire and messerschimdt.
My son is really into cars and therefore I would be interested in buying one of these kits. I am therefore keen to see some genuine reviews on this this posting.
kiltedup
16 Nov 15#29
My son had some homework on WWII and one of the options was to build a model. So we got him an Airfix Quick Build Kit. Shocking waste of money. It goes together easy enough, but falls apart just as easily. Seems like a good deal on RRP so heat, but in my opinion it is not worth buying even at the lower price.
Batmobile543
16 Nov 15#28
Ordered one for my 3 yrs old nephew even it says 5+
Pluun
16 Nov 15#27
It comes pre - crashed?
COOL ! :confused:
ThePhilMachine
16 Nov 15#26
Thanks, got two Lambos for my kiddies stockings :-)
u0421793
16 Nov 151#25
This needs to be referred to the airfix committee.
Error440
16 Nov 15#24
These things are rubbish my son has 2, that one and a lambo. They comprise of very few pieces which are not a patch on logo very cheap and brittle, he broke one of the bricks for the front of the veyron within 6 months and neither of them stay together very well, I was planning on glueing the lambo so he can play with it as bits just endlessly fall off it.
If you want to get kids lego cars just get the lego speed series they are really good.
gupsterg
16 Nov 15#23
I'd say these Airfix Quickbuild kits are useless :disappointed: .
My partner one day picked up a set of 4 on 3 for 4 deal in local Hornby outlet store (£7.50 each with promo). The Lamborghini Aventador has created so much grief :disappointed: .
The pieces have so little depth of interlocking element that the model keeps falling apart when played with. Also the way the parts are if part of model falls apart the rest of the pieces lose cohesion and the whole thing ends up in a heap :confused: . This causes my 6yr old (has ASD) to have an outburst trying to fit it back together. It just doesn't work like the Lego sets he enjoys, which actually hold his attention and keep him calmly playing.
My thoughts stay away and get Lego, if giving to a very young child be prepared to be a) forever rebuilding it b) perhaps gluing it together (which I did :confused: ).
Luckily the shop is taking 2 of the unopened models back :smiley: .
irishweeman
16 Nov 15#22
excellent
Stevet29
16 Nov 15#21
Are you 5!?
Mada06
16 Nov 151#20
Great stocking filler for my 3 year old. Thanks OP!
greysquaill
16 Nov 151#19
They look like nice models for the price. Complaining that they are no challenge to build is missing the point of these. They're supposed to be an easy introduction to building models for some kids. I'm sure airfix also cater for people who want more of a challenge but I probably be picking up one of these to with my little one who loves cars. Thanks Buzz!
sxxychocolate
16 Nov 151#18
ordered 4....2 ww2 fighters and two sports cars.....already have a spit and messer. .....and very nice they are too....might stick them or parts of them on the quick build scalextric set we have :wink:
annaboo1980
16 Nov 151#17
great thank you :-) got the bugatti, maclaren p1 and Lambourghini aventador at the same price. my two boys will be happy!xxx
DAZZ2000
16 Nov 155#16
If you feel that strongly about it you might want to put a complaint directly into Airfix rather than ranting at the Op about it - I imagine Airfix senior management don't come here often :wink:
sxxychocolate
15 Nov 15#14
these are brill....the little one has a few fighter planes and loves them....better and more realistic then lego....and if you are a modelling snob, then give the little one one some glue to fix this all together and hopefully not themselves :wink: at least it's easy to fix if it falls apart :smiley:
BuzzDuraband
15 Nov 153#13
Well it wasn't missed to be fair, but as we're discussing missed points (this product). The Airfix Quick Build range is aimed at children 5 years old and upwards as an introduction to modelling.
Airfix QUICK BUILD is an exciting range of simple, snap together models suitable as an introduction to modelling for kids (ages 5 and up), or as a bit of construction fun for the more experienced modeller.
The pre-coloured pieces simply push together, without glue or paints, to build an impressive model which can then be decorated with the included self-adhesive stickers. Plane models also come with their own display stand to show off your handiwork!
The whole QUICK BUILD range is manufactured here in the UK and features some of the most iconic vehicles ever constructed!
I thought it was quite obvious. Not sure I'd be giving my 5 year old a Airfix Lancaster Dambuster, a tube of glue and some paints. I like the idea, classy Mega Bloks :smiley:
As 8 year olds can do the full kits are these for foetuses? Is there any point in a construction kit that really doesn't need constructing? No wonder people have no stickability if they even cheat over their toys.
asl3312
15 Nov 15#9
£9.99 in store @ Hamleys in Trafford Centre, Manchester.
BuzzDuraband
15 Nov 153#8
Younger audience maybe?
Not really, it's got 35 pieces.
jongerry
15 Nov 154#7
What is the point of an Airfix "quick build" kit? Bit like a 2 piece jigsaw or a cross word with only one answer needed. If you haven't the patience to build it then buy a model.As for boasting about having a short attention span.....
DAZZ2000
15 Nov 155#6
In that case, you might want to consider this one....consists of one part...here's one we made earlier :wink:
Opening post
I'm liking the look of this, model building for the impatient, and those who tend to glue finger tips to eyelids (me).
I'm also led to believe from a quick search they are 2 for £14 in Asda.
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http://www.amazon.co.uk/FOME-Top-Gift-Bugatti-Collection/dp/B012ZZJBNY/ref=sr_1_19?s=kids&ie=UTF8&qid=1447621535&sr=1-19&keywords=Bugatti+veyron
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Now I know you're joking.
Royal Mail?
If it actually get's to their door, unbroken, unstolen, the postie will be confused on how to operate the door bell and dump it in the nearest river.
I will PM you the details, once signed I will ship one out via Royal Mail 1st Class Signed For.
I have purchased the spitfire and the messerschidmt aeroplanes. My 6 year old son plays with these every day. The propellers have a tendancy to fall off but are easy to fit back on. They look great and and much better than the airfix glue together then paint models which I had when I was a boy.
They are slightly too fiddly for a 6 year old to build but would probably be suitable for a child age 8 or older.
I have also purchased the harrier aeroplane which was fun to build but is grey all over and therefore doesnt look as special as the spitfire and messerschimdt.
My son is really into cars and therefore I would be interested in buying one of these kits. I am therefore keen to see some genuine reviews on this this posting.
COOL ! :confused:
If you want to get kids lego cars just get the lego speed series they are really good.
My partner one day picked up a set of 4 on 3 for 4 deal in local Hornby outlet store (£7.50 each with promo). The Lamborghini Aventador has created so much grief :disappointed: .
The pieces have so little depth of interlocking element that the model keeps falling apart when played with. Also the way the parts are if part of model falls apart the rest of the pieces lose cohesion and the whole thing ends up in a heap :confused: . This causes my 6yr old (has ASD) to have an outburst trying to fit it back together. It just doesn't work like the Lego sets he enjoys, which actually hold his attention and keep him calmly playing.
My thoughts stay away and get Lego, if giving to a very young child be prepared to be a) forever rebuilding it b) perhaps gluing it together (which I did :confused: ).
Luckily the shop is taking 2 of the unopened models back :smiley: .
Airfix QUICK BUILD is an exciting range of simple, snap together models suitable as an introduction to modelling for kids (ages 5 and up), or as a bit of construction fun for the more experienced modeller.
The pre-coloured pieces simply push together, without glue or paints, to build an impressive model which can then be decorated with the included self-adhesive stickers. Plane models also come with their own display stand to show off your handiwork!
The whole QUICK BUILD range is manufactured here in the UK and features some of the most iconic vehicles ever constructed!
I thought it was quite obvious. Not sure I'd be giving my 5 year old a Airfix Lancaster Dambuster, a tube of glue and some paints. I like the idea, classy Mega Bloks :smiley:
As 8 year olds can do the full kits are these for foetuses? Is there any point in a construction kit that really doesn't need constructing? No wonder people have no stickability if they even cheat over their toys.
Not really, it's got 35 pieces.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/FOME-Top-Gift-Bugatti-Collection/dp/B012ZZJBNY/ref=sr_1_19?s=kids&ie=UTF8&qid=1447621535&sr=1-19&keywords=Bugatti+veyron
http://www.argos.co.uk/static/Product/partNumber/4283878.htm
Airfix Quick Build McLaren P1 Model Kit (£6.99 Amazon with Prime)
Airfix Quick Build Lamborghini Aventador Car Model Kit (£6.99 Amazon with Prime)