The Scale Model Thread

Dussey · 14th March 2009, 16:45

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Originally Posted by Cyrus43

Ohh that is a BEAUTY!!! Really well detailed. Reminds me of Turel's 170V.

My RSX. Just picked it up for fun.

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Originally Posted by vivekji05

Why don't you post some pictures of the scale model alongside the original?

By the way, it looks great!

Thanks, Cyrus
Thanks, Vivekji05, shall certainly try as I have models of at least three of my six vehicles, the 170V,The Citroen Traction Avant & The Ford GPW Jeep.
I hope you liked the Chevy Belair posted earlier a few days back.

Dussey · 21st March 2009, 18:56

Here's a 1932 Chrysler Le Baron Touring.
This is a 1:32 National Motor Museum Mint model.

Dippy · 21st March 2009, 18:57

Thats a beautiful model Dussey . The detailing for that size is quite amazing. How much do models like these go for? I'm sure they are quite expensive.

Dussey · 21st March 2009, 19:13

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Originally Posted by Dippy

Thats a beautiful model Dussey . The detailing for that size is quite amazing. How much do models like these go for? I'm sure they are quite expensive.

Certainly the detailing for the size is good. The National Motor Museum Mint models are made well and are quite impressive in a showcase. They are mainly American cars & retail between USD 15 and 30 for this scale and are available only in the US. The good thing about this make is that they have all the versions of particular models like if it is FORD Model 'A', you will find Roadster, Doctor's coupe, 2 door & 4 door sedans, Sedan Delivery and pickup.

agspins · 21st March 2009, 21:38

Nice stuff Dussey..so u collecting just the American classics?

Dussey · 21st March 2009, 23:17

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Originally Posted by agspins

Nice stuff Dussey..so u collecting just the American classics?

No Agspins, I collect vintage and classic of any kind. I find they have a lot of character. In fact I am making out a project on " evolution of cars ", with scale models of cars right from the covered wagon.
I also specilise in World War 2 vehicles, only wheeled vehicles, not tracked ones (Tanks). In my own small way, I have a real '42 Ford GPW with a '43 Bantam T3 Trailer and also a War model Triumph 3HW, WW2 motorbike. (see 'my garage' for the GPW), Unfortunately, if one has a variety of military vehicles, it gets misconstrued, here in India ,with so much of security concerns ! In fact I had problems with the RTO for a military OD colour forcing me to colour my Jeep in a lighter shade of military green ! So much so for authenticity !
Please see my earlier posts in this thread, you will find a lot of classic cars.
In fact, I have been toying with the idea of starting a new thread for scale model/diecast & tin " Classic & Vintage ". What is required is a lot more encouragement and appreciation, for the of beauties of yesteryears !
One may find more appreciation for a 911 rather than a T Ford or Model 'A'.

Thanks for the appreciation. May your tribe increase !

amit V8 · 22nd March 2009, 01:07

my latest collections. the merc. is a 1:87 which is on my cell phone. the other one is a 1938 cadillac fleetwood of 1:32 scale made by signature.

Dussey · 22nd March 2009, 18:08

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Originally Posted by amit V8

my latest collections. the merc. is a 1:87 which is on my cell phone. the other one is a 1938 cadillac fleetwood of 1:32 scale made by signature.

amit V8, your Merc looks cute, and your Fleetwood good !

nikibusa · 23rd March 2009, 02:53

Boys. Now time to showcase another addition to the family. Since my R35 was feeling lonely, in came the Challenger Lowrider RC and a Lambo. Another member will be joining the family next month. So drool for now.

agspins · 23rd March 2009, 14:24

Hey nice pics there looks cool...i too have a challenger its a 1:18...

mustang89 · 23rd March 2009, 18:22

is there any place we can find these scale models here in delhi and what do they cost like?want to start my own collection.

agspins · 23rd March 2009, 19:11

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is there any place we can find these scale models here in delhi and what do they cost like?want to start my own collection.

Well lot of places you can find scale models here in delhi...you can try at Modelart at Select City Walk Mall at Saket,shoppers Stop, Lifestyle etc or you can try at C.P at Ramchander and sons(oldest toy store in the country)...
Cost varies with make and scale for eg. 1:32 model from Maisto,Bburago or signature will cost you somewhere in range of Rs.450-600, where as 1:18 scale model from these makes will cost between 1250-2000 approx.If you go for models by Autoart (they are the best in finishing and detailing, costly also), they are in range of 2500-5000 approx..
happy collecting....

nikibusa · 23rd March 2009, 22:23

@agspins - Thank dude. My collection is just in its initial stage of growth. Will take some while though, but can we have some pics of your 1:18 challenger.

agspins · 23rd March 2009, 22:51

Nikibusa have already posted them on the thread..was back in Dec 07 i think..probably posted it as charger( usual typo stuff)...

somspaple · 24th March 2009, 14:55

@ Nikibusa - great captures there

hi Friends,

finally i could sight a BMW Williams F1 and now it is with me ;-)

make: 1:18 Hot Wheels Racing

few more pics:

awesome threesome BMWs

21st March 2009, 18:56	#4052
Dussey BHPian Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Chennai Posts: 253 Thanked: 177 Times View My Garage	Chrysler Le Baron Here's a 1932 Chrysler Le Baron Touring. This is a 1:32 National Motor Museum Mint model. Attached Thumbnails
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21st March 2009, 18:57	#4053
Dippy Senior - BHPian Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Mumbai, India Posts: 7,558 Thanked: 2,462 Times	Thats a beautiful model Dussey . The detailing for that size is quite amazing. How much do models like these go for? I'm sure they are quite expensive.
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21st March 2009, 21:38	#4055
agspins Senior - BHPian Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: MH-31 Posts: 1,652 Thanked: 508 Times View My Garage	Nice stuff Dussey..so u collecting just the American classics?
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22nd March 2009, 01:07	#4057
amit V8 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: kolkata Posts: 1,070 Thanked: 217 Times	my latest collections. the merc. is a 1:87 which is on my cell phone. the other one is a 1938 cadillac fleetwood of 1:32 scale made by signature. Attached Thumbnails
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23rd March 2009, 02:53	#4059
nikibusa BHPian Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Vikhroli - (Mumbai) Posts: 716 Thanked: 29 Times View My Garage	Boys. Now time to showcase another addition to the family. Since my R35 was feeling lonely, in came the Challenger Lowrider RC and a Lambo. Another member will be joining the family next month. So drool for now. Attached Thumbnails
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23rd March 2009, 14:24	#4060
agspins Senior - BHPian Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: MH-31 Posts: 1,652 Thanked: 508 Times View My Garage	Hey nice pics there looks cool...i too have a challenger its a 1:18...
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23rd March 2009, 18:22	#4061
mustang89 BHPian Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: new delhi Posts: 348 Thanked: 0 Times	is there any place we can find these scale models here in delhi and what do they cost like?want to start my own collection.
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23rd March 2009, 22:23	#4063
nikibusa BHPian Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Vikhroli - (Mumbai) Posts: 716 Thanked: 29 Times View My Garage	@agspins - Thank dude. My collection is just in its initial stage of growth. Will take some while though, but can we have some pics of your 1:18 challenger.
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23rd March 2009, 22:51	#4064
agspins Senior - BHPian Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: MH-31 Posts: 1,652 Thanked: 508 Times View My Garage	Nikibusa have already posted them on the thread..was back in Dec 07 i think..probably posted it as charger( usual typo stuff)...
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24th March 2009, 14:55	#4065
somspaple BHPian Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Bangalore Posts: 342 Thanked: 915 Times	@ Nikibusa - great captures there hi Friends, finally i could sight a BMW Williams F1 and now it is with me ;-) make: 1:18 Hot Wheels Racing few more pics: awesome threesome BMWs Attached Thumbnails Last edited by Jaggu : 24th March 2009 at 15:26.
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