LeGrand is a new division of the LEMKE Collection Corp, a German-based company. These are 1:8 scale kits, similar to those offered by the Pocher team. Their first creation is the 1:8 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible 1303 based on the 1976 platform. Kits are ready for you to assemble, which include 500+ parts. Body is crafted in diecast metal with readily painted parts in Sun Yellow. Additional components are fabricated metal, rubber, textiles and premium quality plastics. Each model delivers functional steering, suspension, and convertible mechanism. Cool!
A second colour will be offered in Vipergreen Metallic. Each kit is limited to 500 pieces worldwide. There is a second model in the works, a release date is tentatively slated for early 2020. LeGrand will offer the 1:8 Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR “Uhlenhaut Coupe”. This one will expand the part count to 600+. Kits are priced at north of 600 Euro.
Product# LE100 / LE101
Very interesting, and potentially good. Wheels and tires look too small, and some detail appears to be very weak, but nonetheless a very good first effort. Looking forward to seeing the Mercedes.