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Re: 2001 Model
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Thu, 29 Mar 2001 19:28:20 GMT
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Thanks for the link to the new kits. They both look interesting, however
they still seem to not do much beyond roll across the floor (I smell a theme
for this year). I guess I really am a product of the video game generation.
I am really spoiled by the Tow Truck and the Space Shuttle.
Steven
In lugnet.technic, Michael Edwards writes:
> There is 2 Big Technic Kits for sale later this year
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> 8465 and 8466
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> http://web.ukonline.co.uk/medwards/pic/2001/2001.html
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> Michael
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> Lugnet Member# 151
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> Lego Magazines from the Past and Present
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> "TheProf" <stevencombs@yahoo.com> wrote in message
> news:GAz25n.4Lw@lugnet.com...
> > I just started following Technic Models to support my Robotics habit and
> > have begun looking through some older catalogs. I have even purchased the
> > Lego Tow Truck and the Space Shuttle from a couple of years past. • However,
> > I was wondering, is it me or are the big Technic Models (and the line as a
> > whole) really boring this year. It seems that the Technic line has become
> > the Star Wars line. And what is the deal with the Silver Champion. It
> > looks pretty, but that is where the "coolness" wears off in my eyes. It
> > really doesn't impress people after the initial look. With the tow truck
> > and the shuttle, people look at it and are impressed, but when you show • them
> > what they can do, the wow factor really kicks in. Anyone else feel the • same
> > way or am I off base on this? And has anyone heard any rumors of upcoming
> > models?
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> > Oh, and one other thing, what's up with those Bionicles (sp?). Pure bunk!
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> > Steven
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| True, but i like to say Kit 8466 is 4 Wheel Drive, full suspension and V8 engine, also a gear box appears in the photo. Too many panels and not enough beams like the Space shuttle... But anyway, another 4 tyres like the Power Puller's -- Michael - - (...) (25 years ago, 29-Mar-01, to lugnet.technic)
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| (...) Personally I don't think the Tow Truck is at the same level as the shuttle. If you liked the shuttle I think you must get your hands on <set:8880>. A pure marvel. The <set:8448> has it's merits too. I just wish LEGO wouldn't keep us waiting so (...) (25 years ago, 29-Mar-01, to lugnet.technic)
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| There is 2 Big Technic Kits for sale later this year 8465 and 8466 (URL) - - Please reply on medwards@ukonline.co.uk Lugnet Member# 151 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Lego Magazines from the Past and (...) (25 years ago, 29-Mar-01, to lugnet.technic)
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