Kyosho Coors Melling Thunderbird – 1/10 4WD RC Kit (Vintage NASCAR Collectible)

🏁 Kyosho Coors Melling Thunderbird – 1/10 4WD RC Kit (Vintage NASCAR Collectible)

A true gem from the golden era of RC racing. The Kyosho Coors Melling Thunderbird is a 1/10 scale, 4WD RC kit modeled after the legendary Ford Thunderbird NASCAR race car, complete with official Coors Melling Oil Pumps sponsorship livery. Released in the mid-to-late 1980s, this vintage kit captures both racing authenticity and Kyosho engineering excellence.

📦 Brand & Model

• Brand: Kyosho (Japan’s legendary RC manufacturer)

• Model: Coors Melling Thunderbird

• Scale: 1/10

• Drive: 4WD shaft-drive system

⚙️ Kit Features
✔ Two Sets of Tires Included – Foam slicks for asphalt & spiked tires for off-road use
✔ Adjustable Ride Height – Tuned for different surfaces
✔ Front & Rear Oil Shocks – Oil-filled dampers for realistic suspension response
✔ Double Wishbone Suspension – Independent suspension front & rear
✔ Aluminum Heatsink & Cooling System – Adjustable cooling for performance
✔ Ball Bearing Drivetrain – Smooth, high-speed efficiency

🔋 Requirements (Not Included)

• 2-channel RC transmitter & receiver

• 7.2V Ni-Cd battery pack

• Compatible charger

(Box marked: “Requires two channel RC equipment, 7.2V Racing Pack, NiCd battery”)

🏆 Background & Collectibility

The Kyosho Coors Melling Thunderbird is not just another RC kit — it’s a piece of motorsport history. Licensed by NASCAR, this kit replicates the Coors-sponsored Ford Thunderbird from the 1980s stock car era. With its striking livery and advanced 4WD chassis for its time, it has become a highly sought-after collector’s model, especially in complete or preserved condition.

🎯 Why You’ll Love It

Whether you’re a Kyosho enthusiast, NASCAR fan, or vintage RC collector, the Coors Melling Thunderbird delivers authenticity, rarity, and racing heritage in one package. A true showcase piece that represents the golden years of RC and motorsports licensing.