The Scale Model Thread

jessie007 · 2nd November 2010, 20:45

Thanks guys - yes the Alfa is a real beauty. Here is the last model in my latest acquisition series

Auto Art - Citroen Xsara WRC 2002 - 1:43

McLaren Roxx · 3rd November 2010, 05:38

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Originally Posted by Cyrus43

@McLaren-good stuff, but you are lucky if you dont have QC issues with your Zonda. My first one had a broken door and the second one had a craked engine cover bracket.

Thanks.. the cinque is flawless...

@All: The Ford GT Concept is in my possession.. will post pics in the morning :-)

Cyrus43 · 3rd November 2010, 06:33

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Originally Posted by neiltopaz

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We were also not too happy with webs.com as they had introduced advertisements on their pages which reduced the viewing area considerably.

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Hi Neil!! Been Long!! Can you please put up some high Def pics of the Custom SL please. I am planning something similar and wanted reference material.

shankar.balan · 3rd November 2010, 07:38

three new little chaps from Hamleys in Bombay - picked up yesterday:
All Hornby SKALE AUTOS which I liked a lot
1. Mechanical Horse - Dust Cart - 3 wheeler 1:76 Scale - Green
2. Dropside Brewers Dray Bedford Truck with beer barrels inside - 1;76 Scale - Green
3. Bedford Tanker lorry - 1:76 Scale - Blue

Liked them very much indeed.

jessie007 · 3rd November 2010, 15:05

Some of the models from my recent acquisitions are for sale. Those interested can PM me for details. Please note that the models will have to be picked-up from my house in New Delhi.

Minichamps Mercedes Benz CLK Coupe DTM'03 1:43
Minichamps Porsche Boxster S 2002 (yellow) 1:43
Minichamps Mercedes Benz SLR McLaren Roadster 1:64
KiNSMART BMW X6 1:34
KiNSMART Porsche Caymen S 1:34
KiNSMART Audi R8 1:36
iNSMART VW Microbus 1:32
KiNSMART VW Beetle Rsi 1:32
Abrex Skoda Yeti TDI 1:43
Hongwell Ford Corsair 1:43

Cyrus43 · 3rd November 2010, 18:43

HAve started saving up for something really special.. have a look.

AUTOart -

McLaren Roxx · 3rd November 2010, 21:13

Presenting, the Ford GT Concept; 1:18 by Beanstalk

One of them is an Edsel Ford Special Signature Edition. It was too carefully wrapped, hence didnt have the heart to open it fully

Cyrus43 · 4th November 2010, 02:48

I've never had a beanstalk model How is this as compared to the AA GT?? I see that Beanstalk has completely messed up the Tire Profile

McLaren Roxx · 4th November 2010, 19:33

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Originally Posted by Cyrus43

I've never had a beanstalk model How is this as compared to the AA GT?? I see that Beanstalk has completely messed up the Tire Profile

Beanstalk is much better than Maisto/Bburago/Hotwheels Elite, but not as good as AA or MiniC, but thats understood as its not as costly as them. But its definitely value for money. These cost me $60 a piece, and at that cost, the detailing, fit & finish is above par.
As for the tyre profile, i didnt notice anything off here, the rear ones are larger than the front & the profile on both seem to be OK to me... maybe its the pics..

Cyrus43 · 4th November 2010, 22:14

Hmm. Seems to be a Good alternative. Thanks.

somspaple · 4th November 2010, 22:19

@McLaren Roxx : naice..

on a lighter note looks like this has got double fuel caps!!!

anyways this car is known for its fuel guzzling trait so to just fill it up faster i think

zibby · 5th November 2010, 02:28

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Originally Posted by Cyrus43

I've never had a beanstalk model How is this as compared to the AA GT?? I see that Beanstalk has completely messed up the Tire Profile

Beanstalk mostly made Ford Concept cars
Here is my Mustang Concept Conv

@mclaren Nice Ford GT. I wanted one of those, hard to find on ebay and you got TWO.

Cyrus43 · 5th November 2010, 03:04

I have one of these as well. the Stang. Was one of my very first models..

zibby · 5th November 2010, 03:56

This Mustang Concept is made by Beanstalk
Got E Class Estate, should be delivered by tomorrow

Cyrus43 · 5th November 2010, 06:34

The Current E? So Norev? Norev is making some really really nice models recently.

2nd November 2010, 20:45	#9181
jessie007 BHPian Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: New Delhi Posts: 792 Thanked: 1,561 Times View My Garage	Thanks guys - yes the Alfa is a real beauty. Here is the last model in my latest acquisition series Auto Art - Citroen Xsara WRC 2002 - 1:43 Attached Thumbnails
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3rd November 2010, 07:38	#9184
shankar.balan BANNED Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Bangalore Posts: 11,368 Thanked: 23,158 Times View My Garage Infractions: 0/2 (8)	three new little chaps from Hamleys in Bombay - picked up yesterday: All Hornby SKALE AUTOS which I liked a lot 1. Mechanical Horse - Dust Cart - 3 wheeler 1:76 Scale - Green 2. Dropside Brewers Dray Bedford Truck with beer barrels inside - 1;76 Scale - Green 3. Bedford Tanker lorry - 1:76 Scale - Blue Liked them very much indeed. Attached Thumbnails Last edited by shankar.balan : 3rd November 2010 at 07:39.
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3rd November 2010, 15:05	#9185
jessie007 BHPian Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: New Delhi Posts: 792 Thanked: 1,561 Times View My Garage	Some of the models from my recent acquisitions are for sale. Those interested can PM me for details. Please note that the models will have to be picked-up from my house in New Delhi. Minichamps Mercedes Benz CLK Coupe DTM'03 1:43 Minichamps Porsche Boxster S 2002 (yellow) 1:43 Minichamps Mercedes Benz SLR McLaren Roadster 1:64 KiNSMART BMW X6 1:34 KiNSMART Porsche Caymen S 1:34 KiNSMART Audi R8 1:36 iNSMART VW Microbus 1:32 KiNSMART VW Beetle Rsi 1:32 Abrex Skoda Yeti TDI 1:43 Hongwell Ford Corsair 1:43
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3rd November 2010, 18:43	#9186
Cyrus43 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: London Posts: 5,019 Thanked: 221 Times View My Garage	HAve started saving up for something really special.. have a look. AUTOart -
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3rd November 2010, 21:13	#9187
McLaren Roxx BHPian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: MAA,COK,BOM,THN Posts: 305 Thanked: 1,179 Times	Presenting, the Ford GT Concept; 1:18 by Beanstalk One of them is an Edsel Ford Special Signature Edition. It was too carefully wrapped, hence didnt have the heart to open it fully Attached Thumbnails
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4th November 2010, 02:48	#9188
Cyrus43 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: London Posts: 5,019 Thanked: 221 Times View My Garage	I've never had a beanstalk model How is this as compared to the AA GT?? I see that Beanstalk has completely messed up the Tire Profile
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4th November 2010, 22:14	#9190
Cyrus43 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: London Posts: 5,019 Thanked: 221 Times View My Garage	Hmm. Seems to be a Good alternative. Thanks.
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4th November 2010, 22:19	#9191
somspaple BHPian Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Bangalore Posts: 342 Thanked: 915 Times	@McLaren Roxx : naice.. on a lighter note looks like this has got double fuel caps!!! anyways this car is known for its fuel guzzling trait so to just fill it up faster i think
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5th November 2010, 03:04	#9193
Cyrus43 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: London Posts: 5,019 Thanked: 221 Times View My Garage	I have one of these as well. the Stang. Was one of my very first models..
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5th November 2010, 03:56	#9194
zibby BHPian Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Goa / Leicester Posts: 762 Thanked: 419 Times	This Mustang Concept is made by Beanstalk Got E Class Estate, should be delivered by tomorrow
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5th November 2010, 06:34	#9195
Cyrus43 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: London Posts: 5,019 Thanked: 221 Times View My Garage	The Current E? So Norev? Norev is making some really really nice models recently.
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