--- product_id: 331122642 title: "VW Beetle Flat-Four Boxer Engine Kit" brand: "franzis" price: "£318.02" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 category: "Franzis" url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/331122642-vw-beetle-flat-four-boxer-engine-kit store_origin: GB region: Great Britain --- # Authentic engine sound module No glue, snap & screw assembly 200+ precision parts VW Beetle Flat-Four Boxer Engine Kit **Brand:** franzis **Price:** £318.02 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ⚙️ Build the legend, hear the roar, own the moment. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** VW Beetle Flat-Four Boxer Engine Kit by franzis - **How much does it cost?** £318.02 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/331122642-vw-beetle-flat-four-boxer-engine-kit) ## Best For - franzis enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted franzis brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Step-by-Step Mastery:** Detailed instructions guide you through every twist and turn, perfect for ages 14+. - • **Immersive Sound Experience:** Includes an electronic sound module that replicates the iconic flat-four engine roar. - • **Collector’s Display Ready:** Comes with a sleek pedestal stand to showcase your masterpiece with pride. - • **Effortless Assembly, Zero Mess:** Snap and screw components together—no glue required, no hassle, just pure building joy. - • **Precision Engineering in Your Hands:** Over 200 meticulously crafted parts deliver an authentic VW Beetle engine experience. ## Overview The VW Beetle Flat-Four Boxer Engine Kit is a premium 1:4 scale transparent model featuring over 200 parts that snap and screw together without glue. Designed for enthusiasts aged 14 and up, it includes a magnetic screwdriver, a pedestal stand, and an electronic sound module that mimics the classic engine sound. This collector’s-grade kit offers an immersive hands-on experience with detailed instructions, making it a standout mechanical puzzle and display piece. ## Description VW Beetle Flat-Four Boxer Engine Kit : Jürgen Gassebner: desertcart.ae: Toys Review: This model is pricey, so I sat on it for at least 6 months before buying ... I am so glad I did! The build and instructions were excellent! Everything fit together perfectly! I love that the entire thing either snaps together or uses tiny screws to build (no glue needed!!). The finished product is much cooler than pictures can convey. I did see one bad review from an "engineer that reads instructions" claiming the engine does not move. During the build, you use "locking tools" to immobilize the engine while you build it - this is necessary to get the timing right on gears and shafts. If he actually read the instructions and finished the model, he would have discovered that those tools are later removed (pages 89 and 92), and THEN the engine moves. This is so worth the money - what an excellent model that fit together perfectly! Minor nits: engine motion does not match recorded engine noise, the engine motion is very slow, and the recorded idle is fast (so it comes off wrong and a bit cheesy). The sound quality is embarrassingly bad. Aside from those two things that don't really matter, it is awesome. I love that the included screwdriver was magnetic - perfect for those tiny screws! Review: Articolo bello e divertente, unico problema arriva a casa con le etichette appiccicate direttamente sulla scatola e da collezionista non esiste...😡dopo averlo rispedito indietro e scritto all’assistenza...con la garanzia che non sarebbe più successo...🤨è tornato ancora così...sono riuscito a levarle con acetone, ma se si fosse rovinata non l’avrei più ripreso. ## Features - Four-cylinder flat engine - Transparent working model - More than 200 parts - Components are easy to stick and screw together - With pedestal stand - Step-by-step instructions - Requires 3x AA batteries (not included) - No adhesive required - Not suitable for children under 14 years of age ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B08924H16X | | Additional Features | Electronic sound module with original engine sound, transparent casing | | Age Range Description | 14+ | | Art Craft Kit Type | Model making | | Best Sellers Rank | #161,770 in Toys ( See Top 100 in Toys ) #6,900 in Toy Building Sets | | Brand Name | Franzis | | Color | Gray/Silver | | Country of Publication | United Kingdom | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (323) | | Global Trade Identification Number | 04019631670380 | | Included Components | Collector’s manual, detailed replications of engine parts, electronic sound module, display stand | | Item Dimensions | 20 x 22 x 17 centimeters | | Item Type Name | Franzis VW Beetle Flat Four Model Engine Kit | | Manufacturer | FRANZIS VERLAG | | Material Type | Plastic | | Model Name | Beetle | | Number of Pieces | 200 | | Paint Type | Acrylic | | Product Style | Classic | | Scale | 1:4 | | Seasons | All Seasons | | Size | 22 x 20 x 11.3 cm | | Subject Character | Volkswagen Beetle | | Theme | Car, Miniature model, Model making, Motor, collectors | | Unit Count | 1 Count | ## Product Details - **Age range (description):** 14+ - **Brand:** Franzis - **Colour:** Gray/Silver - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 20 x 22 x 17 centimeters - **Theme:** Car, Miniature model, Model making, Motor, collectors ## Images ![VW Beetle Flat-Four Boxer Engine Kit - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61xdwWsNOjL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: What is the finished size of the model?** A: It's about the size of a half gallon of ice cream. Maybe a little bigger. It sits nicely on the stand. **Q: I need help with a replacement part.** A: It will be difficult as the kit comes from Germany. There might be an address or phone number on the instructions. I don't remember. **Q: Does this engine mirror the exact same real one. Is it like you are building a real motor for a real car?** A: Yes, Sharleen, it is an exact copy of a VW Kafer engine with one exception; it is a 1:4 scale model, so it is 1/4 the size of the real boxer motor. Otherwise, it is in all respects identical. My son has one and he loves it. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by J***E on 22 March 2023* This model is pricey, so I sat on it for at least 6 months before buying ... I am so glad I did! The build and instructions were excellent! Everything fit together perfectly! I love that the entire thing either snaps together or uses tiny screws to build (no glue needed!!). The finished product is much cooler than pictures can convey. I did see one bad review from an "engineer that reads instructions" claiming the engine does not move. During the build, you use "locking tools" to immobilize the engine while you build it - this is necessary to get the timing right on gears and shafts. If he actually read the instructions and finished the model, he would have discovered that those tools are later removed (pages 89 and 92), and THEN the engine moves. This is so worth the money - what an excellent model that fit together perfectly! Minor nits: engine motion does not match recorded engine noise, the engine motion is very slow, and the recorded idle is fast (so it comes off wrong and a bit cheesy). The sound quality is embarrassingly bad. Aside from those two things that don't really matter, it is awesome. I love that the included screwdriver was magnetic - perfect for those tiny screws! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by C***O on 10 February 2021* Articolo bello e divertente, unico problema arriva a casa con le etichette appiccicate direttamente sulla scatola e da collezionista non esiste...😡dopo averlo rispedito indietro e scritto all’assistenza...con la garanzia che non sarebbe più successo...🤨è tornato ancora così...sono riuscito a levarle con acetone, ma se si fosse rovinata non l’avrei più ripreso. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by D***N on 7 April 2024* I am a VW freak, and this is freaking cool! Looks good Loved how I had to put everything together And when it's done it's a cool thing to lool at Only thing was, I like keeping the box and put it on it or just hold it with the "toy", that it came with a pinched hole in the back of the box And it looked like if the box was opened up, tape looked like it was placed back on the outside of the box ## Frequently Bought Together - Franzis VW Beetle Flat-Four Engine Model Kit - Playz V8 Combustion Engine Model Kit That Runs - Build Your Own STEM Mini V8 Model Engine Kit for Adults & Kids Age 12+, Visible V8 Mini Engine Kit That Works for Adult w/ 270 STEM Parts - Franzis 1965 Ford Mustang K-Code 289 V8 Engine Model Kit with Collector's Book - Updated 2023 Version --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/331122642-vw-beetle-flat-four-boxer-engine-kit](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/331122642-vw-beetle-flat-four-boxer-engine-kit) --- *Product available on Desertcart Great Britain* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-05-01*