Tamiya has been known for over 30 years for recreating the most beautiful, fastest, and most popular cars as models. Thirty years ago, the legendary Tamiya Sand Scorcher in 1:10 scale was dedicated to the Volkswagen Beetle. In 2009, to celebrate the 30th anniversary, a Tamiya fan turned the tables and built a 1:1 scale replica of the Sand Scorcher. This unusual replica was showcased at the 2010 Toy Fair.

Tamiya's anniversary model is offered as a kit, just like it was 30 years ago. The technical foundation corresponds to the original model, but there have been some updates for the Sand Scorcher 2010, such as new wishbones, wheel hubs, and a modern electronic speed controller. Additional components have been reinforced to ensure contemporary stability for the 40 cm long model. Standard equipment includes a robust fiberglass chassis plate, an extensive ball bearing set, a durable electric motor, and oil-filled shock absorbers. The design of the plastic body remains unchanged, which will surely delight not only nostalgia enthusiasts.