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Hello -
I am looking for several vintage/original kits to complete an ongoing collection and could think of no better place to reach out then here.  
I would prefer NIB and unassembled, sealed even better, but am open to well built models in good condition that weren't run.

Kits that I am searching for:
58040 (5840) Lancia Rally
58041 (5841) Frog (I have one but looking for a better condition NIB unassembled or preferably sealed)
58043 (5843) Grasshopper
58045 (5845) Hornet (I have one but looking for better condition NIB unassembled or preferably sealed)
58052 (5852) Newman Porsche
58038 (5838) Subaru Brat
58063 (5863) Lunch Box

I do have the option to trade kits if that is a better option for someone.  Several kits available.

Thanks for looking this over.
 

You probably know this, but Tamiya never sealed their old kits, but some of the importers did like in US.
Only factory sealed cars are TRF ones.

Caprinut - Thanks for the reply and the additional information.
I'm slowly learning as I go, since I've been away from the hobby for so long, so any information is helpful.  I had heard the same thing you mentioned about the kits being sealed afterwards. Your information helps though so it is much appreciated.

I guess my thoughts were if the kit was sealed up maybe the boxes were spared some staining, discoloration, etc.

As mentioned I've been away from the hobby for the better of 30 years and jumped back in both feet first about 3 weeks ago.  I have been having a blast searching and seeing how much is still out there.