Monthly Archives: December 2010

Ford Mustang Maxum GTP

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Ford Mustang Maxum GTP by William Bauer

What should have been a natural evolution of the Ford Probe GTP, ended up as something that “looked” like a Probe and had a Ford Engine, but that was about the extent of it. Ford was not as interested in GTP by the end of 1986, and Zakspeed was selling their versions to Tom Milner. Jack Roush, with some unfinished business in GTP and being aligned with Ford, approached the Maxum owners with a plan to use a V-8 rather than the Zakspeed turbo 4 in the chassis. With these players in the game, no fewer than 5 “Probish” cars were on the grid for the 24 Hours of Daytona in 1987.

The MAXUM chassis was assembled in England and designed as a customer car. Although it looked similar to a Probe, only the rear uprights were in common. Roush had a contract with Bridgestone tires and the car was designed for Goodyears. After the 24 hours, Roush campaigned the car with Pete Halsmer and Scott Pruett, but never put the development into the chassis. He ultimately lost interest in the project and decided to concetrate on NASCAR. Ford sold everything to Milner and offically withdrew from GTP.

Kit Details

This is the latest QuikSkins offering.  As with the Probe, everything just falls together in this kit. The basic chassis and wheels are the same. Also apparent are the subtle differences. For example, I tried to use some spare window decals from a Probe, and they did NOT fit! It makes a striking model, and it looks great next to the Probe or any IMSA Prototype of the era.

Personally, I like the large airscoop on the back and the detached wing.

Sponsor Update

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November-December 2010

Here is the latest news from our sponsors. Please visit them, shop in their online stores, and tell them you heard about their business on the GPMA website.

BHP Enterprises

BHP Enterprises

There are rumors of a new kit from BHP, but my spies have not revealed that information yet. Stay tuned.

Creative Miniature Associates

Creative Miniature Associates

Be sure to take a look at the masterpieces shown on the CMA website. These are some of the most sought-after models available anywhere. 

ICARO Hobbies

Icaro

Icaro features one of the most extensive lists of Tameo 1/43 GP cars available online. He also carries S27 and MFH kits, along with some of the more scarce Brazilian F1 kits.

MS Hobbies

MS Hobbies

Lots of new goodies at MS Hobbies, such as the Revell AG Audi DTM kits, Fujimi’s latest in 1/20 F1 and 1/24 Sports Cars, and new releases from Tamiya. Use the search feature to navigate the website, and tell Mark that you found out about him on GPMA.

RCS Motorsport Models

RCS Motorsport Models

Richard Shouse has a full line of kits by Fisher and Marsh Models. The Fisher kits include the Ferrari 365P2 “White Elephant” longtail and Spyder. And the amazing Porsche 917 Doppelheck 6-wheeler. That is a must-see. For Can-Am lovers, you can choose from a complete catalog of Marsh Models 1/43 kits.

Scale Motorsport

Scale Motorsport

New items at Scale Motorsport include an upgrade set for the Tamiya Ferrari F60 and a hi-def video tutorial showing how to apply their carbon fiber decals.

SNC Hobbies Closing

I’m sad to report that Steve Hide has closed his SNC Hobbies website. He will continue to sell occasionally on eBay UK. Look for him at:

http://shop.ebay.co.uk/stevieboy0208/m.html?

Many thanks to Steve for his support of GPMA.

StradaSports

Strada Sports

New items at Strada Sports include Shuko decals and lots of aftermarket accessories like the upgrade kit for the Trumpeter 1/12 Ford GT40.

TDR Innovations

TDR Innovations

TDR has a unique line of parts produced using rapid prototyping technology. From their 1/8 scale Offenhauser engine to their 1/25 Miss “E” fastback, there are many items of interest to this group available from TDR.