Model Talk
The making of a gold DB5
To mark the 60th anniversary of the movie Goldfinger, we decided to create just 7 gold editions.
James
October 4, 2024
Steve McQueen's 1970 Porsche 917K to Headline The World's Largest Collector Car Auction
Mecum unveils 1970 Porsche 917K (917-022), Steve McQueen’s Hero Car from “Le Mans,” announcing it will be auctioned at Kissimmee 2025, The World’s Largest Collector Car Auction
Clare
August 27, 2024
Flying the AH-64D Apache
Last year we included a prototype model of the AH-64D Apache Longbow helicopter as part of our display at Scale Model World. Amongst admirers were two veterans who were particularly interested in our model due to their close connection to the Apache.
Stephen
June 26, 2024
Scale Modelling Can Help Improve Mental Health
When we receive personal emails in our inbox directly from those who have benefitted in some way from modelling, it is a moving experience.
May 15, 2024
Close Up: The Mercedes 300SL Gullwing
Look at some of the incredible details of the Mercedes 300SL Gullwing
Stephen
March 15, 2024
Clash of the Titans
Ferrari 250 GTO vs. Shelby Cobra vs. Jaguar E-Type in 1960s Racing
James
February 27, 2024
Highlights from Scale Model World 2023
We took our first trip up to Telford to visit Scale Model World 2023....
James
November 28, 2023
Interview with Agora Models CEO
In Episode 5 of The Scale Model World Podcast Dave and Wayne discuss what they've been up to and get a fascinating insight into how build up models are created by James Franks, CEO of Agora Models.
October 31, 2023
Making of the NO TIME TO DIE Aston Martin DB5
Making the model of the most famous car in the world we just had to make the legendary DB5. So important for Bond over the years.
Stephen
August 9, 2023
Who is Agora Models?
In 2009, I was one of two co-founders of an exciting new idea which came to be known as ModelSpace. What started off as a way in which to acquire museum-quality models at affordable prices, would go on to become one of the world’s biggest modeling hobby sites.
Admin Agora
August 4, 2023
Which Wheels?
A closer look at the variety of wheels offered with some of our 1:8 scale vehicles
Clare
July 16, 2023
Get to Know Optimus Prime
In the words of the most beloved Autobot..."Greetings People of Earth"! Recently our attention has been returning to 80’s pop-culture as we get close to the first pack of Optimus Prime.
Admin Agora
June 5, 2023
Top Tools for a Big-Scale Modeller
They say that a poor craftsman always blames his tools. And, whilst having the right tools won’t necessarily make you a modelling Jedi overnight, it can certainly help to make your build that little bit easier
Mike Lane
June 5, 2023
The Jaguar E-Type – the coolest car of all time?
The Jaguar E-Type – one of the iconic cars you can build at 1/8 scale with Agora – was a 1960s classic. Modding specialist Mike Lane explains why he thinks the E-Type is still one of the coolest, or as Austin Powers might say, grooviest, cars ever made.
Mike Lane
June 5, 2023
World of Wayne – He didn’t see that coming!
Guest editorial article by Ian Campbell
Admin Agora
June 5, 2023
Steve McQueen – the king of cool (and cars)
As well as being a Hollywood icon, Steve McQueen was fanatical about cars and motorcycles. Modder Mike Lane takes a glimpse at his life in movies and motors.
Mike Lane
June 5, 2023
A short history of Engine Company 33 and Ladder Company 9
Firehouse, Engine Company 33 and Ladder Company 9 is a New York City Fire Department firehouse at 42 Great Jones Street in NoHo, Manhattan. The house dominates Great Jones Street on the block between Lafayette St to the west and The Bowery to the east, hence the nickname for this fire house ‘Bowery U’.
Clare
June 5, 2023
Steve McQueen’s Porsche 917: Searching for a Chassis
Gulf Oil liveried Porsche 917KH from the film Le Mans is one of the most legendary racing cars of all time, but which particular chassis is Steve McQueen’s 917 ?
Admin Agora
June 5, 2023
Scale-Modeling: from Hobby to Business
Companies like Agora Models and Partwork Upgrades are the new faces of Big-Scale Modeling, so what makes them different to the long-established corporates?
Admin Agora
June 5, 2023
Partwork model building – to mod or not to mod?
Guest editorial article by Mike Lane
Mike Lane
June 5, 2023
What are Big-Scale Models?
Many of you who have built an Agora model will no doubt have tried to explain to friends what it is about scale-modeling you enjoy, where you go when you disappear from the world for a few hours, and why you are so proud of your completed build.
Admin Agora
June 5, 2023
Get Building to Keep Busy: How to Speed Up Your Modelling
Did you know you have complete control over how many and how often you get your Agora Packs?
Admin Agora
June 5, 2023
Why Arnie’s lockdown videos have become a social media hit
For an actor whose most famous character delivered the line, “I cannot self-terminate”, (Terminator 2: Judgment Day) he sure knows how to self-isolate.
Admin Agora
June 5, 2023
Developing the 1:8 Shelby Cobra
“Let’s create a 1:8 scale model Cobra! It’s never been done before!”
Admin Agora
June 5, 2023
How the Cobra got its Stripes
When we first set eyes on the Cobra 427 S/C, we were in love. That’s pretty much how we choose our models. If we love them, we know you’ll love them. But there’s always a period of questioning that comes after that initial ‘love at first sight’ moment: could we do anything better?
Admin Agora
June 5, 2023
How does Agora Create Such Accurate Models?
Creating an Agora Model car is no mean feat, and it all begins with the scanning of the original.
Admin Agora
June 5, 2023
Admin Agora
June 5, 2023
Model Scales, What’s the Difference?
Do You Know Your Scales? A Quick Ride from 1:43 to 1:8
Admin Agora
June 5, 2023
Admin Agora
June 5, 2023
Precision Detailing at 1:8 Scale
Agora’s model cars are created in 1:8 scale, which we see as an optimum size for model hobbyists and enthusiasts. With 1½ inches (38.1 mm) of your model representing 1 foot (30.5 cm) of the real car, the finished model will be impressively imposing and sure to be a focal point of any room.
Admin Agora
June 5, 2023
Visiting Shelby American Heritage Center
As some of you will have spotted in our photo gallery Liam and I recently visited the HQ of Shelby American Inc. in Las Vegas, Nevada (we were very tempted to try our luck on the roulette wheels to finance a new Mustang!)
Admin Agora
June 5, 2023
Making Model Cars – The Agora Way
How do we get our model cars to be as close to the real thing as we can?
Admin Agora
June 5, 2023
Story of the Shelby Super Snake
In 2019, the 1967 GT500 Shelby Super Snake made history, and not for the first time. Selling for $2.2M at Mecum’s Kissimmee auction, it became the world’s most expensive Mustang, beating its own record that it had set six years prior, having gone under the hammer in 2013 and fetching $1.3M.
Admin Agora
June 5, 2023