Hi Elliott,
No, I never forked over for a subscription. I wanted to but kept missing the deadline, etc.
Jimbos Paper Models was selling individual models (excellent site btw, I spent a fairish amount with James and was always surprised by his quick delivery, fair prices and just outstanding customer service) and I believe I remember a few other sites doing the same.
I picked this one up in Frankfurt awhile back and I have a buddy in Romania that sends me some stuff.