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-Commercialized the 2011 CR-Z (ZF1) Japan Car of the Year award commemorative car!
- A hybrid sports car released in 2010 with a 1.5L in-line 4-cylinder engine and a nickel-hydrogen rechargeable battery.
- The mission was the world's first 6-speed MT for CVT and hybrid cars.
- Won the 31st Japan Car of the Year award.
- In 2011, the award-winning commemorative car was released for a limited time. This ZF1 type had two grades, the [β] grade used as a base and the [α] grade equipped with 16-inch aluminum wheels and discharge headlights.
-In 2012, it was changed to a lithium-ion battery and evolved into the ZF2 type.
- The product is a kit format that requires assembly and painting.
- 1/24 scale. The body is molded in blue color, the wheels are dark metallic plated, and decals and metal inlets are included to help create a realistic model.
-The product is a ZF1 model with a motif of a special edition car released for a limited time in 2011.
- Represents the shape of the front bumper and rear diffuser, which are the features of the previous model.
- Three-dimensional form reminiscent of CR-X due to the unique size of 1/24 scale.
- The body is a blue metallic molding color inspired by the dedicated setting color.
- Wheels are 16 inches / Reproduce the special paint color with dark metallic plating.
- Dedicated decals are included for the award commemorative stickers affixed to the metal pedals and windows.
- The body is integrally molded, and the front and rear bumpers are separate parts.
- The front, rear, left, and right windshields are integrated, and the rear and side windows are insets, so there is little difference from the body surface.
- The front intake mesh reproduces the honeycomb shape, and the depth is also reproduced in the removed state.
- The rear diffuser reproduces the simple inverted V-shaped design of the previous model.
- The wiper is realistically reproduced with a delicate and smart thickness and size.
- Chassis is expressed with realistic and information-rich sculptures, including electrical wiring.
- The muffler, front/rear lighting related parts are plated with silver resin.
-The hard-to-see parts such as the brake calipers are also three-dimensionalized.
- The inner surface of the front/rear light lens is finely engraved for added realism.
- The rear reflector has transparent parts on the reflective surface.
- Wheels are prepared exclusively with α-grade 16-inch aluminum wheels.
- The interior is a bathtub type integrally molded part.
- The steering wheel has delicate carvings of switches, and the Honda logo is represented by convex carvings.
-The paddle shifter is a separate part from the handle and is sandwiched between the stay.
- The meter panel has a realistic finish centering on the characteristic and deep speedometer. The dashboard is expressed with delicate sculptures such as navigation and air conditioner louvers.
- The gap under the headrest is reproduced by one-piece molding, just like the real thing.
-The luggage space is reproduced with the manufacturer's optional cargo tray installed.
- Included decals include wheel logos and designs for the meter panel.
- The decal meter panel includes two types of color tone, normal mode and SPORT mode, and can be selected.
- The front seat moquette has a pattern on the center part that is difficult to reproduce by painting.
- The license plate includes [Suzuka] number and [Shinagawa] after the production factory. Nameplates for model cars are also available.
- The attached metal inlet contains the logo mark and car name. You can finish it realistically.
- Preparing the base of the hybrid logo, the characters are reproduced by pasting decals on top of each other.
-Completed size: 170x73(84)x58mm (Body width (when mirrors are deployed))
- 72 assembly parts
[Attached contents]
- 10 runners
- 4 rubber tires
- Assembly instructions x 1
- Decal x 1
- Metal inlet x 1
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Factory Direct Hobbies has a 30-day return policy, which means you have 30 days after your item has shipped to request a return.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it and in its original packaging.
To start a return, click to our Returns Center. If your return is approved, we'll send you emailed instructions on how and where to send your package. You will be responsible for return shipping costs, unless Factory Direct Hobbies made an error in the fulfillment of your order. Items sent back to us without first requesting a return will not be accepted and will be returned to sender.
Damages and issues
Please inspect your order upon receipt and contact us immediately if the item is defective, damaged, or if you receive the wrong item, so that we can evaluate the issue and make it right.
Exceptions / non-returnable items
Unfortunately, we cannot accept returns on gift cards.
Exchanges
The fastest way to ensure you get what you want is to return the item you have, and make a separate purchase for the new item on our website. Please note that we cannot process manual exchanges over the phone.
Refunds
We will notify you once we’ve received and inspected your return, and let you know if the refund was approved or not. If approved, you’ll be automatically refunded on your original payment method. In certain instances, store credit may be provided instead of a refund. Please remember it can take some time for your bank or credit card company to process and post the refund too.
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Recently, our suppliers have made a major policy change and are no longer accepting product returns for non-paying end customers. After much consideration, we unfortunately must also change our policies to align with the realities our suppliers have created.
As our preorder offerings have grown, we’ve found that a large percentage of preorder reservations are canceled or left unpaid without notice. We pay our suppliers for every preorder item that arrives at our warehouse, so when a customer does not pay for their item, we are left no choice but to absorb that cost. We have tried our best to cope with the effects of this change; however, after more than a year of trying, we have found we cannot continue to do so.
We understand that this is an unwelcome change, and no one wants to pay earlier than necessary. However, this is unavoidable in order for us to be able to continue to offer the wide variety of preorder options you’re used to getting from Factory Direct Hobbies. We must now ask that customers pay a 10% good-faith down payment toward the price of their item. This non-refundable good-faith payment is applied to the price of the product, and the balance (plus shipping and any applicable taxes) will be invoiced approximately 30-45 days before the item is slated to arrive at our warehouse.
We thank you for your patience and understanding. If you have questions or would like further clarification, feel free to contact us through the gold chat bubble.
The good-faith down payment is not refundable if you choose to cancel your preorder or do not pay your invoice.
However, if a manufacturer cancels a project for which you have made a down payment, you will receive a refund for your down payment.
Yes. We know that paying ahead of time can be unnerving when delivery dates are distant, and not every project makes it to the production line. Rest assured that, in the event the manufacturer cancels your preorder project, you will be refunded your 10% down payment.
Hobbies should be fun, not stressful!
The manufacturing process involves many different moving parts, and this complexity often renders production timelines unpredictable. Therefore, some level of unpredictability in timing is inherent to preordering hobby products. Down payments are not refundable in cases of routine manufacturing, delivery, or other short-term delays.
However, we know it can be frustrating when a project gets delayed for many months. In the event a project is delayed more than 6 months beyond the delivery window originally estimated by the manufacturer, we will handle refunds of down payments on a case-by-case basis.
Friendly Reminder: Should you choose to cancel a preorder, it will no longer be reserved for you; in the event the item becomes available on our website, all customers will have equal access to purchase the item.
Nope! The policy is not retroactive: if you already made a preorder reservation before this policy update, you do not owe a down payment for that reservation. However, any future preorders you make will require the 10% good-faith down payment.
We make every effort to keep our website updated with information that reflects manufacturers' current estimated delivery schedules. To find the estimated delivery month of an item, you can visit our Preorder Section and use the filters to narrow down your selection.
However, we encourage you to directly visit the manufacturer's site for the most current delivery dates.
Approximately 30-45 days before your preorder items land at the warehouse, we'll email your invoice to you to pay in full. At this point, you'll be able to provide your shipping address and select your preferred shipping method.
Your item will be reserved for 7 days, beginning when your invoice is sent. After 7 days, your preorder will be canceled.
Recently, our suppliers have made a major policy change and are no longer accepting product returns for non-paying end customers. We have tried our best to absorb the effects of this change; however, after more than a year of trying, we have found we cannot continue to do so. After much consideration, we unfortunately must also change our policies to align with the realities our suppliers have created.
As a result, we must now ask that customers pay in full prior to the supplier finalizing shipment to FDH, about 30-45 days ahead of product arrival. This gives us the time we need to cancel with our suppliers any unpaid orders prior to shipment.
We understand that this is an unwelcome change and no one wants to pay earlier than necessary. However, this is unavoidable in order for us to be able to continue to offer the wide variety of preorder options you’re used to getting from Factory Direct Hobbies.
One silver lining is that this change will result in preorder items getting to your door even faster, as all payment processing will be well out of the way and the usual several day wait after product has arrived will be eliminated. We thank you for your patience and understanding. If you have questions or would like further clarification, feel free to contact us through the gold chat bubble.
Manufacturing schedules can sometimes be unpredictable. In the event your preorder item does not arrive at our warehouse within 60 days of your invoice payment, then you will have the option to cancel your preorder and receive a refund OR you may elect to continue waiting for the item.
Friendly Reminder: Should you choose to cancel a preorder, it will no longer be reserved for you; in the event the item becomes available on our website, all customers will have equal access to purchase the item.
We know life happens, and missing out on a great item can be a drag!
We're here to help; just contact us via the gold chat bubble and we'll do all we can to work with you!
If you have an account with factorydirecthobbies.com, you can view all your preorders, as well as your active orders. Login to your account, and select the “My orders” option. All your preorders and active orders will be listed along with the current status of each order. If you have further questions about your order, please feel free to reach out to us through the gold chat bubble.
Although we try to keep our preorder arrival estimates as accurate as possible, we encourage you to visit each manufacturer’s website to find the most up-to-date delivery information.
For instance, with Athearn and Walthers, you can enter the part number into their websites and navigate to the item. Most of the time, the delivery date will be listed there. Broadway Limited has a published delivery schedule, as does Rapido.
Yes. Rewards can be used on both your 10% good-faith down payment and on the balance of your preorder at invoicing time.
Yes! Preorders are awarded reward dollars at the same 5% rate. You'll receive your reward within several days of paying the balance of your preorder invoice.
If we still haven't answered your question, please click the gold messaging bubble in the bottom right of our site, and we'll help in any way we can!