[McLaren Roxx]

Originally Posted by metropolis

Guys, has anyone made purchases with this site:
http://www.collectablediecast.com/

Came across this site which has all the brands under one roof, was thinking if could source through them?

I have made numerous purchases from them. Its a genuine site & the item is neatly packaged too for shipping. They even offer you option of using UPS as your shipper, which is leagues better than USPS.
So go ahead & make your purchase without hesitation.

I don't know if you will be able to IM me so if you have any questions, post here.

Originally Posted by Rosso Corsa

Importing a scale model from US is a sheer waste of money. Try the local mall, or Hamleys if there's one in your city. Availability of 1/24 models is sort of a pain in India.

Well, i kinda disagree with you on that. Sourcing scale models in India is a pain! Yes, your local malls & Hamleys will stock some, but you will never find anything above a Maisto/BBurago or Welly - all of which sit at the bottom of quality-manufacturers list. Then there's a problem of stocking. The inventory list at Hamley's sucks too, absolutely no 'desirable' models on display.

Now, for those who prefer to choose & buy the likes of Hotwheels/Kyosho/Minichamps/AutoArt etc, importing is the best option. Yes, its costly if you import just one. But if you wait & import in bulk (3+), you get a much better deal as shipping costs go down.

If there's a store nearby that sells these models (like Gift Center in Mumbai), then you are in luck, but then again, they keep a huge margin of profit on every model (many a times their listed MRP exceeds the USD+shipping cost).

Originally Posted by Sonik

My latest addition is a 1:18 scale of Bugatti 57SC Atlantic 1938. Posting some snaps:

The Atlantic looks sweet nice buy. What make is it?

[metropolis]

Hi McLaren thanks for the info, btw pl PM me your contact no. Sent a u PM

[McLaren Roxx]

Gosh Sorry buddy, I still haven't completed 25 posts to be eligible to send/receive PMs. I guess we'll have to make do with posting here till i am able to get PM privileges. Or you can email me on siddharthsajwan@gmail.com

[metropolis]

Originally Posted by McLaren Roxx

Gosh Sorry buddy, I still haven't completed 25 posts to be eligible to send/receive PMs. I guess we'll have to make do with posting here till i am able to get PM privileges. Or you can email me on siddharthsajwan@gmail.com

Sent you the mail

[Rocky Rao]

Hey guys. Wanted to know if the Modelart showroom in Mumbai is still open at Inorbit mall. Please let me know if there are any other shops in Mumbai where I can get scale models. Looking for 1:12 harleys and the Ducati Monster 696.

[shankar.balan]

Latest little additions from ModelArt Bangalore Forum.

1. Alfa Romeo 1750 GT Veloce in 1:43 in a beautiful Mustard shade.
2. BMW M3 Sport Evolution 1990 in 1:43 in a lovely bright Fire Engine Red.

Long time its been since I indulged in adding to my collection. Partially because there was nothing available which appealed to my interest in the older classic cars or modern classics even.

[metropolis]

Nice ones Shankar; Alfa Romeo looks awesome; conrgats mate

[shankar.balan]

Originally Posted by metropolis

Nice ones Shankar; Alfa Romeo looks awesome; conrgats mate

Thanks. AutoArt as usual offers top quality scale models. I love their quality and attention to detail, even in such a small scale as 1:43. Well worth the price paid in my opinion.

[CaliforniaKnight]

There is a special offer happening at EXOTO TIFOSI,Dubai.I have attached the price list.enjoy.

[McLaren Roxx]

Originally Posted by Rocky Rao

Hey guys. Wanted to know if the Modelart showroom in Mumbai is still open at Inorbit mall. Please let me know if there are any other shops in Mumbai where I can get scale models. Looking for 1:12 harleys and the Ducati Monster 696.

It shut shop long back. There are 2 other shops that stock scale models in Mumbai. Gift Center @ Fountain & Automania @ Prabhadevi.
There has been plenty of discussion on it in this thread, so try searching to get more info.

[shankar.balan]

Originally Posted by CaliforniaKnight

There is a special offer happening at EXOTO TIFOSI,Dubai.I have attached the price list.enjoy.

Where is the attachment?
Exoto moved to the new Dubai Mall from the older location in Ibn Battuta didnt it? Last time I was there I visited and managed to grab a few small older Lancias and Ferraris of different types in the 1:43 size.
Unfortunately this new shop is also much smaller than the old one was.
Is there only one location there now?

[BraveArc]

This is a 1:18 Maserati GranTurismo.
Brother is a big fan of this car, so I got this for his birthday. Had it imported from the states because it isn't available here easily.

[CaliforniaKnight]

Originally Posted by shankar.balan

Where is the attachment?
Exoto moved to the new Dubai Mall from the older location in Ibn Battuta didnt it? Last time I was there I visited and managed to grab a few small older Lancias and Ferraris of different types in the 1:43 size.
Unfortunately this new shop is also much smaller than the old one was.
Is there only one location there now?

Yeah,Theres only store for Exoto in Dubai and that is at Dubai Mall.It is smaller than the previous store at IBN battuta.Then,there is collectors palace just opposite to Exoto in D-Mall.
I have attached the attachment in word,Arent you not able to download it?

[shankar.balan]

Originally Posted by CaliforniaKnight

Yeah,Theres only store for Exoto in Dubai and that is at Dubai Mall.It is smaller than the previous store at IBN battuta.Then,there is collectors palace just opposite to Exoto in D-Mall.
I have attached the attachment in word,Arent you not able to download it?

Hi.
Am unable to even see the attachment on my ipad, let alone download it!

[CaliforniaKnight]

I have no clue how to help though.I am able to view it via chrome,havent check it on istuffs!