Sun Coast Models -

Suncoast Models was a well-known manufacturer of craftsman-style building kits (primarily in HO and O scale) and rolling stock. Many of these kits are now sought-after collectibles found at retailers like Trainz or Southwest Narrow Gauge.

In an era of mass-produced, "ready-to-run" (RTR) plastic boats, the fiberglass craftsmanship of Sun Coast Models stands apart. sun coast models

To understand the brand, one must look at the geography implied in the name. The "Sun Coast" refers to the Gulf Coast of Florida, a region synonymous with sunshine, citrus, and a unique, laid-back approach to industry. Historically, Florida’s railroads were the lifelines of the state, connecting the cigar factories of Tampa, the phosphate mines of the interior, and the tourist havens of St. Petersburg. "ready-to-run" (RTR) plastic boats