This is a completed model kit from Tamiya. It has been carefully built, but as it was made by an amateur, there are some imperfections. It is basically built straight from the box, but some details have been added, such as replacing the cables with thinner ones and opening up the brake discs. The cowls have been clear coated and polished. When shipping, I will take the utmost care in packaging, but in the unlikely event of damage during shipping, or if any parts come off, please repair them yourself.