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A quick note on GMP. I just placed an order with them and I must say by Rick Scoville #9233

I agree, they are second to only one other company for diecast. by Christopher Novak #9233.1

Time again to guess the movie....... by Alan Fenstermaker #9232

Steve was cheap, he also didn't have to pay them scale........................ by Paul Theriot #9232.1

In Grand Prix, the actors drove as well. by Colin Browne #9232.2

Today's Trivia Question: by Alan Wright #9231

Tata Motors of India Paid $2.3 Billion (EOM) by Ed Stutz #9231.1

A couple of good car movies on TV today. I was watching "Thunder Road" but ended up recording it by Dan Vincent #9230

Thunder is available on DVD by Randy Earle #9230.1

Robert Mitchum was a neighbor of mine when I was a kid in Mandeville Canyon in WLA, his son Chris by Paul Theriot #9230.2

Yeah, he was definitely one of the great ones. (EOM) by Alan Wright #9230.2.1

By any chance, were you watching the "Turner Classic Movies" channel? by Alan Wright #9230.3

Yup, Turner Classic Movies. Also saw the "Green Helmet" which showed a lot of the old fifties cars. (EOM) by Dan Vincent #9230.3.1

I like Turner Classic Movie Channel by Jack Wells #9230.3.1.1

Speaking of Fords.......same year color combo....but worlds apart....pics by Paul Theriot #9229

Terrific images of those '57 beauties from by Mike DeTorrice #9229.1

Thank you Rusty, David, John, and Mike for your thoughts by Ken Allen #9228

Sorry to hear that Ken, our prayers are with you and your family. (EOM) by Paul Theriot #9228.1

Oh no. I’m sorry to hear that. I’ll continue to keep your family in my prayers, Ken. (EOM) by John Richards #9228.2

I'm very sorry to hear that... by Alan Wright #9228.3

Ken I'm truly sorry to hear that. My prayers go out to you and your family. I lost by Tom Ciryak #9228.4

I am sorry, Ken by Jack Wells #9228.4.1

I'm sorry to hear about your brother too, Tom. (EOM) by Alan Wright #9228.4.2

Our thoughts and prayers are still with you and your family. A by Mike DeTorrice #9228.5

Today's Trivia Question: by Alan Wright #9227

Lee Iaccoca by Zack Cutler #9227.1

You're right about the person... by Alan Wright #9227.1.1

I think it was mostly the feud between Lee and the Ford Family, but the Lincoln Versailles didn't by Paul Theriot #9227.1.1.1

The Lincoln may have contributed somewhat, but it's not the specific car I'm thinking of. by Alan Wright #9227.1.1.1.1

Ford Mustang? The car Iococa helped launch? (EOM) by Jack Wells #9227.1.1.1.1.1

Sort of... I'm actually looking for a specific "version" of that car, though. (EOM) by Alan Wright #9227.1.1.1.1.1.1

My take was it was the replacement Mustang II which was a Pinto in fancy clothes but a dud. (EOM) by David Hosea #9227.1.1.2

BINGO!!! by Alan Wright #9227.1.1.2.1

We were doing a lot of stuff with Ford back then and I really don't think any car had anything to do by Paul Theriot #9227.1.1.3

Yes... I would agree that the Mustang II (or any other car, for that matter)... by Alan Wright #9227.1.1.3.1

Well Alan, no matter what, Lee should have been fired for bringing that turd alive. by Paul Theriot #9227.1.1.3.1.1

Awwwwww... I didn't think it was all THAT bad... by Alan Wright #9227.1.1.3.1.1.1

Mustang II success? by Zack Cutler #9227.1.1.3.1.1.1.1

It may have been, but it never matched the success of the initial Mustang release. by Alan Wright #9227.1.1.3.1.1.1.1.1

Have I got a deal for you! by Alan Fenstermaker #9227.1.1.3.1.1.1.2

I thought the Mustang-II was the cheap way our. Today, a Kia with a Cadillac badge would be about by Dan Vincent #9227.2

Wheres the wind ? (PIC) by Lee Barr #9226

Oh, that kind of wind......sorry. Are you going to remove the skirts? (EOM) by Paul Theriot #9226.1

Paul............the wind reference was...... by Lee Barr #9226.1.1

Paul, I think you and I are the only ones here who don't like skirts ! by Bill Bennett #9226.1.2

Bill, when I was in high school the first thing I did was try and remove the skirts by by Paul Theriot #9226.1.2.1

My dad loved the skirts on his '57, but he never kept them on... by Alan Wright #9226.1.2.1.1

I like skirts.....but on the right car! >> by Ben Valdevarona #9226.1.2.2

Detailing that '57 Chevy!! You will need these!! by Ned Anello #9226.2

It's got floor mats............ by Lee Barr #9226.2.1

Lee, are they as good as Neds? His are pretty sharp. I have the 442's and they really look good. (EOM) by Paul Theriot #9226.2.1.1

That's cool! I remember those from our 1:1 (EOM) by Alan Wright #9226.2.2

Lee... forgive my critical eye, but the front end (hood) seems a bit too slanted... by Alan Wright #9226.3

Alan,I believe that by Lee Barr #9226.3.1

Thanks by Alan Wright #9226.3.1.1

Gorgeous, Lee. Now I’m REALLY champing at the bit to get mine. Thanks! (EOM) by John Richards #9226.4

Well...................................................................................... by Paul Theriot #9225

My spidey senses say it's gonna be a 1967 Firebird from Welly. (EOM) by Randy Earle #9225.1

1955 Packard Four Hundred (EOM) by Daniel Ricciardi #9225.2

1948 Lincoln continental Cabriolet by Jack Wells #9225.2.1

'56 Chevy pick up big window. by Alan Fenstermaker #9225.3

Hmmm, I'll pick a 1960 Dodge. Either a Polara or the by Mike DeTorrice #9225.4

Here come the "Judge"........... by Lee Barr #9224

Beautiful Lee (EOM) by Paul Theriot #9224.1

Thank you Paul (EOM) by Lee Barr #9224.1.1

A gorgeous car, wonderfully imaged. (EOM) by Mike DeTorrice #9224.2

Always the gentleman,thanks Mike.......... (EOM) by Lee Barr #9224.2.1

(Pics) Highway 61's new '57 Bel Air by Mike DeTorrice #9223

Nice shots Mike....... by Lee Barr #9223.1

You'll love it, Lee ! (EOM) by Mike DeTorrice #9223.1.1

Those pics are great, Mike! by Jack Wells #9223.2

see your favorite dealer........... by Lee Barr #9223.2.1

Thank you, Jack. Red is a knockout with this H61 Bel Air, too. (EOM) by Mike DeTorrice #9223.2.2

Excellent pics Mike. Nice color choice on the car to. (EOM) by Allan Poplin #9223.3

Thanks, Lee! For the red Chevy pic... by Jack Wells #9223.3.1

I know what you mean......... by Lee Barr #9223.3.1.1

Thanks. The colors are "Fifties cool", aren't they ? (EOM) by Mike DeTorrice #9223.3.2

Mike, I can’t think of a better way to welcome an important new release by John Richards #9223.4

I agree that removable skirts would be a great feature for that model. by Alan Wright #9223.4.1

Thank you, John. On this one, it by Mike DeTorrice #9223.4.2

That's a great-looking model... by Alan Wright #9223.5

Alan, I, too, was hoping for a sport coupe... by Jack Wells #9223.5.1

I agree... by Alan Wright #9223.5.1.1

Since Highway 61 is an Ertl relative he knew Ertl overworked the Sport Coupe by David Hosea #9223.5.2

Highway 61 really hit the mark with this one. (EOM) by Mike DeTorrice #9223.5.3

PIC! Cool... I think I'll buy one and paint it to look my 1:1 by Marlowe Johnson #9223.6

Marlowe, that is one... by Jack Wells #9223.6.1

I should have clarified... USED to own! Sold it about 10 years ago! (EOM) by Marlowe Johnson #9223.6.1.1

Oh well... by Jack Wells #9223.6.1.1.1

I've owned several cars over the years that I've regretted getting rid of after the fact... by Alan Wright #9223.6.1.1.1.1

Nice car, Marlowe! I'd love to have one! (EOM) by Alan Wright #9223.6.2

Great image, Marlowe ! Perhaps H61 by Mike DeTorrice #9223.6.3

You're driving me to the poor house Mike.....beautiful. (EOM) by Paul Theriot #9223.7

These pictures are wonderful, Mike. I will buy... by Michel Lemieux #9223.7.1

Thank you, Michel ! (EOM) by Mike DeTorrice #9223.7.1.1

LOL ! I apologize Paul. But I fear I will by Mike DeTorrice #9223.7.2

I like the classic color combo. The overall look is great by Richard Sufficool #9223.8

Richard, maybe you could explain the difference... by Alan Wright #9223.8.1

The Two Door Sedans were those with a solid post at the B Pillar they also had a steel frame around by David Hosea #9223.8.1.1

Thanks for the clarification. (EOM) by Alan Wright #9223.8.1.1.1

Pics... by Ed Stutz #9223.8.1.2

Both are real eye-catchers ! Thanks, Ed. (EOM) by Mike DeTorrice #9223.8.1.2.1

WOW... that Sport Coupe (hardtop) looks great with that red and white paint scheme... by Alan Wright #9223.8.1.2.2

Thanks, Richard. H61 did a fine job on this one and by Mike DeTorrice #9223.8.2

Great shots Mike! by Bryan Miranda #9223.9

Thank you, Bryan. (EOM) by Mike DeTorrice #9223.9.1

Great shots Mike! by Rusty Hurley #9223.10

Thanks, Rusty. I imagine that eventually a by Mike DeTorrice #9223.10.1

Today's Trivia Question: by Alan Wright #9222

Bavarian Motor Works (EOM) by Paul Theriot #9222.1

It symbolizes a whirling propeller as BMW also made aircraft engines. (EOM) by Andy Sixsmith #9222.2

And blue and white are the colors... by Patrick Noonan #9222.2.1

Now, that, I didn't know! by Alan Wright #9222.2.1.1

Yes, that's correct... a whirling propeller. (EOM) by Alan Wright #9222.2.2

Not a propeller by Ted Slezak #9222.3

Well... I stand corrected! by Alan Wright #9222.3.1

That's what I had believed too by Ted Slezak #9222.3.1.1

Yep, that's true! by Alan Wright #9222.3.1.1.1

Flag of Bavaria... by Ed Stutz #9222.3.2

Thanks for that picture! by Alan Wright #9222.3.2.1

Ahhhh...I'd like a Pepsi? (EOM) by Randy Earle #9222.4

LOL- I prefer Coke, myself, but what does that have to do with anything??? (EOM) by Alan Wright #9222.4.1

new '57 Chevy by Bob Werner #9221

Time again to guess the movie....... by Alan Fenstermaker #9220

Living in a sewer, huh?... by Alan Wright #9220.1

Yup, you got it. It was "Bullitt." (EOM) by Patrick Noonan #9220.1.1

Wow... go figure! (EOM) by Alan Wright #9220.1.2

Transporter-II? (EOM) by Dan Vincent #9220.2

A new “old” Exoto by Frank Lemire #9219

That is my favorite Cobra model.....love the colors, great photos Frank (EOM) by Paul Theriot #9219.1

Just got mine. It is one beautiful car! The color is outstanding! by Terry Reed #9219.2

That's a gorgeous car ! Fine photos of that stunner. (EOM) by Mike DeTorrice #9219.3

AWESOME Frank....Did you do the repaint? (EOM) by Tom Ciryak #9219.4

No the paint is right from Exoto....... by Frank Lemire #9219.4.1

DARN....I went to Exoto's site and didn't see anything that looked close to what you posted. by Tom Ciryak #9219.4.1.1

Tom-- Got to Exoto, ordering, racing legends, new 1963 AC Cobra by Terry Reed #9219.4.1.1.1

That's awesome! by Alan Wright #9219.5

that is a pretty color combo, Frank. (EOM) by Richard Sufficool #9219.6

Keystoners at AACA Museum-more pics by Allan Poplin #9218

Love the pick-ups Allan, sounds like a great event. (EOM) by Paul Theriot #9218.1

Just got back from the Sierrras......let's see how about an old fire outpost....pic by Paul Theriot #9217

Great work Paul. Looks like they're all fired up and ready to go. (EOM) by Allan Poplin #9217.1

Has anyone noticed that some of the Ertl Mopars trunks only open partway? by Whitney Calkins #9216

Yes, I have noticed that, but Ertl is not the only company with that problem. by Alan Wright #9216.1

On that note..... by Jack Wells #9216.1.1

Who made the Lincoln, Jack? (EOM) by Alan Wright #9216.1.1.1

I think Jack is refering to the Ricko version. However, the rear doors on Motor City Classics by Paul Theriot #9216.1.1.1.1

Alan, Paul is correct... by Jack Wells #9216.1.1.1.1.1

That's too bad.... by Alan Wright #9216.1.1.1.1.1.1

Today's Trivia Question: by Alan Wright #9215

Duesenberg (EOM) by Paul Theriot #9215.1

Yes, Duesenberg is correct. by Alan Wright #9215.1.1

to Jeff Drobot..... by Richard Sufficool #9214

I'll second that Rich.................... by Frank Lemire #9214.1

Aww Shucks guys, you really know how to make... by Jeff Drobot #9214.1.1

Just saw your site Jeff......very nice. (EOM) by Paul Theriot #9214.1.1.1

Jeff - can't find your e-mail by Frank Lemire #9214.1.1.2

Keystoners at AACA Museum by Allan Poplin #9213

There are some really great looking models in that collection. by Alan Wright #9213.1

Hershey, Pennsylvania... by Ed Stutz #9213.1.1

Okay, Ed. Thanks for the information! (EOM) by Alan Wright #9213.1.1.1

Some Comments On Allan's Pics... by Ed Stutz #9213.2

Looks like fun. Great displays. I wish I could attend. (EOM) by Douglas Ford #9213.3

Nice pics and a GREAT display you did. I'll have to visit when we're in the area. (EOM) by Bob Arthur #9213.4

Fantastic stuff Ed and Allan... by Rusty Hurley #9213.5

Visitors... by Ed Stutz #9213.5.1

That's great! You sound like one or more of you have a background in museum curation... by Alan Wright #9213.5.1.1

Gift Shop... by Ed Stutz #9213.5.1.1.1

That Museum.... by Jack Wells #9213.5.1.1.1.1

WOW... I was just kidding about the gift shop, but maybe I will take a trip up there after all! (EOM) by Alan Wright #9213.5.1.1.1.2

HELLO, I hope it is safe to hop over from the 1:43 forum.. by Randy Bahler #9212

Welcome to Forum 18, Randy! by Jack Wells #9212.1

Hey Randy! Welcome to the wonderful world of 1:18 scale diecast cars! by Alan Wright #9212.2

Jack & Alan by Randy Bahler #9212.2.1

You are not the only one, Randy. by Michel Lemieux #9212.2.1.1

Michel L. I do not have alot of room either, but...... by Randy Bahler #9212.2.1.1.1

Well... I see you've discovered the problem we all share- LOL! (EOM) by Alan Wright #9212.2.1.1.1.1

You're welcome! by Alan Wright #9212.2.1.2

Randy by Richard Rice #9212.3

Richard, I will check it out. Thank You for the tip. (EOM) by Randy Bahler #9212.3.1

Richard Rice. I went and checked out that website and..... by Randy Bahler #9212.3.2

Today's Trivia Question: by Alan Wright #9211

Answer... by Ed Stutz #9211.1

Yes... 1000 is the correct answer.... by Alan Wright #9211.1.1

Either too many or not enough, depending on your perspective (EOM) by Charlie Berry #9211.2

Pic of the day: 1955 Plymouth by Allan Poplin #9210

A very nice car. Never got much attention, but I sure liked mine. by Andy Sixsmith #9210.1

1964 Plymouth Belvedere by Allan Poplin #9209

Very nice Fury model, Allan! by Jack Wells #9209.1

I used to build plastic model kits too, but I abandoned them when I discovered diecast... by Alan Wright #9209.1.1

Keep an eye on the auction... by Jeff Drobot #9208

Don't know if I say congratulations or I'm sorry.... by Rusty Hurley #9208.1

Thanks on both counts, Rusty by Jeff Drobot #9208.1.1

Today's Trivia Question: by Alan Wright #9207

From what I could find, the name, Camaro," came from............. by Willie Coon #9207.1

Yep! "Camaro," or more appropriately, "camero," is a French slang term meaning "friend." by Alan Wright #9207.1.1

CMC's Ferrari 250 SWB revisited...... by Richard Sufficool #9206

I agree...a maginifcent piece depite the tendency for the headlights to cloud.... by Rusty Hurley #9206.1

The headlights on mine popped out easily, and by Thomas Talevich #9206.1.1

PIC! Thanks, works great! Here's a before and after PIC! by Marlowe Johnson #9206.1.1.1

Ferrari Lusso On The Cheap by Bill Bennett #9206.2

I like yours better than mine, Bill by Richard Sufficool #9206.2.1

That car has always been a favorite of mine... by Alan Wright #9206.2.1.1

Time again to guess the movie....... by Alan Fenstermaker #9205

Alan, do you know what engine was in the Cobra Mercury? by Dan Vincent #9205.1

Never Mind, it was a blown 350 Chevy with nitrous. by Dan Vincent #9205.1.1

I didn't know that. by Alan Fenstermaker #9205.1.1.1

LOL- You're doing well... by Alan Wright #9205.1.1.1.1

I hate that... by Alan Wright #9205.2

you are so close, you're on fire with the guess for this quote! (EOM) by Alan Fenstermaker #9205.2.1

Okay, ummmmm... Cannonball Run II? (EOM) by Alan Wright #9205.2.2

Nailed it. (EOM) by Alan Fenstermaker #9205.2.2.1

LOL- Thanks for the clue! (EOM) by Alan Wright #9205.2.2.1.1

Looking to buy - Does anyone have an ERTL 1969 Boss 429 BLACK Mustang by Andy Sixsmith #9204

I have got one by Lee Barr #9204.1

Sure does. Thanks, Lee. Oddly enough, I have purchased cars from them in the past. by Andy Sixsmith #9204.1.1

I never even knew they made a '69 Boss 429... by Alan Wright #9204.1.1.1

Today's Trivia Question: by Alan Wright #9203

78 Firebird Engines were for the first time since 1974 up in horspower They were by David Hosea #9203.1

That's exactly right... by Alan Wright #9203.1.1

Thank you Rusty, John, David, and Alan.for your Jaguar opinions. Leaving town for by Ken Allen #9202

Our thoughts are with you Ken. Godspeed. (EOM) by Rusty Hurley #9202.1

Yes Godspeed and our Prayers for her recovery, always a Tough time. May God be with you. (EOM) by David Hosea #9202.2

Ken, I’m sorry to hear about your sister-in-law’s condition…. by John Richards #9202.3

Ken, I sincerely hope everything by Mike DeTorrice #9202.4

Today's Trivia Question: by Alan Wright #9201

I had a tic toc tach in my 70 Charger! :) (EOM) by Alan Fenstermaker #9201.1

Tic-Toc-Tach is correct! by Alan Wright #9201.1.1

Yea, I wish I had that Charger, too. by Alan Fenstermaker #9201.1.1.1

Tic-Toc-Tach by Zack Cutler #9201.2

oh man! by Zack Cutler #9201.2.1

Jinx! you owe me a beer! :) by Alan Fenstermaker #9201.2.1.1

LOL- In my case, it was always my brother telling me I owed him a Coke! by Alan Wright #9201.2.1.1.1

That's interesting. I didn't know that. (EOM) by Alan Wright #9201.2.2

See? even the teacher can learn something sometimes! :) (EOM) by Alan Fenstermaker #9201.2.2.1

An important 1:1 car question! by Jack Wells #9200

Carb cleaner, intake cleaner, brake cleaner, anything that'll >> by Ben Valdevarona #9200.1

Thank you, Ben by Jack Wells #9200.1.1

Unless you got some... by Alan Wright #9200.2

Um, Alan, by Jack Wells #9200.2.1

Jack, when you take the spark plug out there is a center pin wrapped in porcelain which meets a by David Hosea #9200.2.1.1

Now THERE'S a man who knows his lawn equipment! (EOM) by Alan Wright #9200.2.1.1.1

Thank you David by Jack Wells #9200.2.1.1.2

Well... it's kind of hard to explain without a picture, but... by Alan Wright #9200.2.1.2

That does help, Alan... by Jack Wells #9200.2.1.2.1

See what happens when you don't have your Diecasts in a cabinet and you have pets running loose(pic) by Ken Hargraves #9199

LoL Ken, ain't that the truth!!! by Jack Wells #9199.1

YIKES...!!! by Alan Wright #9199.1.1

Ken....Where'd you get them pictures of that thar pirate AAAAARRRR Matey (EOM) by Tom Ciryak #9199.2

Made up from Pirated Pictures and a little Photoshop... (a bit of a pun) LOL (EOM) by Ken Hargraves #9199.2.1

I used to have eight Ferrets and they could do that in a heartbeat. (EOM) by Dan Vincent #9199.3

Meet Godzilla the Cat! Ex Pet....... (EOM) by David Hosea #9199.4

Bad pussy! (EOM) by Paul Theriot #9199.5

You ARE Bad! (EOM) by David Hosea #9199.5.1

I'm thinking of ordering AA's E type jag. Under car lists and by Ken Allen #9198

Jaguar E Type by Bill Bennett #9198.1

Bill, it's under Legacy's car list. Click Autoart, then millennium by Ken Allen #9198.1.1

I guess I'm blind. by Bill Bennett #9198.1.1.1

Anyway Bill, thanks for the input and have a great weekend. (EOM) by Ken Allen #9198.1.1.1.1

I have both the silver and green AA Jags and owned a 1:1, the steering wheel looks fine to me. (EOM) by Paul Theriot #9198.2

Thanks Paul. You also have a great weekend. (EOM) by Ken Allen #9198.2.1

Ken, you know what... by Rusty Hurley #9198.3

Hi Ken… by John Richards #9198.4

The 1;1 is slightly off too to allow for Crown in the road. by David Hosea #9198.4.1

I have that same off-centeredness to the steering wheel in my Jeep... by Alan Wright #9198.4.1.1

That could be true TOO! but many manufacturers do what I described due to Road Crown. (EOM) by David Hosea #9198.4.1.1.1

I don't doubt it, but I was really just kidding. ;-) (EOM) by Alan Wright #9198.4.1.1.1.1

1970 Pontiac Bonneville hardtop by Allan Poplin #9197

Did you build that Allan?.....looks sharp. (EOM) by Paul Theriot #9197.1

Thanks Paul. Yes,i built that and about 150 others to. (EOM) by Allan Poplin #9197.1.1

Pic of the day: 1968 Ford Galaxie XL by Allan Poplin #9196

Time again to guess the movie....... by Alan Fenstermaker #9195

Eat My Dust. (EOM) by Randy Earle #9195.1

Well, I have to watch that one again, but I was thinking of another movie. (EOM) by Alan Fenstermaker #9195.1.1

At the old farm house I think? (EOM) by Randy Earle #9195.1.1.1

I was thinking "Eat My Dust" too... by Alan Wright #9195.2

Well let me give you the next lines, then. by Alan Fenstermaker #9195.3

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