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PICS - More diorama revisions by Steven Williams #8521

Car Room LIVE! Tomorrow night at 7PM Eastern... by Joe Kelly, Jr. #8520

First Brazilian car at Audi Museum Mobile. by Sergio Luis Santos #8519

An Avanti in puberty? (EOM) by Doug Switz #8519.1

DKW Malzoni GT. Latter Puma GT. (EOM) by Sergio Luis Santos #8519.1.1

Question regarding MiniMarque by Stephen Rust #8518

Mini Marque,Go to Illustra models at google. (EOM) by Shel Platt #8518.1

Here are the link to minimarque: http://www.midlanticmodels.com/ (EOM) by Christoph Baum #8518.2

Thank you Shel & Christoph....... by Stephen Rust #8518.3

Mark your calendars...May 14/15 for a CCCA Grand Classic in Atlanta. by Dick Browne #8517

Why you have to question. I asked Model Car World in Germany why €35 shipping to the US. by Dick Browne #8516

Overseas shipping charges. I recently paid BP 17.30 by Leon Thorsell #8516.1

Those are acceptable charges, 35 Euros for one model is not accetable. (EOM) by Dick Browne #8516.1.1

PICS...Brooklin NEW RELEASE SCHEDULE 2010 by Dick Browne #8515

Thanks, Dick. (EOM) by David Holcombe #8515.1

brooklin 2010 by Alan Dinsmore #8515.2

WOW, 2 more 66 Mustangs in different colors. I will have a rainbow of Mustangs. NICE ! (EOM) by Randy Bahler #8515.3

For those who wondered if BRK would make the Jeep wagon... by John Roberts #8514

John, the USMM Jeepster & Jeep Wagons were, I believe, made by SMTS. by Dick Browne #8514.1

Dick, I wonder the same thing about the USMM patterns. (EOM) by David Knight #8514.1.1

The Brooklins will be using the USMM masters as a basis by John Roberts #8514.1.2

That's interesting, particularly as there was a Jeep panel van from USMM. by Dick Browne #8514.1.2.1

The external changes for the '51 Willys Jeep wagon included by David Knight #8514.1.2.2

John, that is incredibly good news! by David Knight #8514.2

. (EOM) by Paul Normand #8514.3

Hello Chris Sweetman! Could you contact me... by Scott Brown #8513

E-mail sent Scott. (EOM) by Chris Sweetman #8513.1

FM had a pretty good '58 T-Bird (pic) by David Holcombe #8512

FM T bird by Alan Dinsmore #8512.1

T Bird: This was my favorite of the Franklin Mint 50s series. by Scott Brown #8512.2

Its a really nice model David. Its beside some Cadillacs one of my favorit design, and it by Christoph Baum #8512.3

Pic: Here's two other very nice FMs by John Kuvakas #8512.3.1

FM 50'S. I have most of this series, some are very by Leon Thorsell #8512.3.1.1

Agree with you about the 57 Ford vs. Chevy-Might be that the Fords rusted out and the Chevys didn't. (EOM) by Frank Racibozynski #8512.3.1.1.1

57-58 Fords had many other problems besides rust. by Shel Platt #8512.3.1.1.1.1

Frank, you're probably right. '57 was one of the few by Leon Thorsell #8512.3.1.1.1.2

57-58 Fords oil leaks galore. (EOM) by Shel Platt #8512.3.1.1.1.2.1

Wonder why. I had a '55 Club Sedan, 272/Fordomatic by Leon Thorsell #8512.3.1.1.1.2.1.1

A different '59 Ford retractable is on eBay right now that I by David Holcombe #8512.3.1.2

What is really amazing about the FM Retractable, David, is that the by Rick Thompson #8512.3.1.2.1

I agree, Rick, with your choices. I also like the FM Rambler sedan, by David Holcombe #8512.3.1.2.1.1

I like the Rambler, too. It's unique, as you say, and it isn't a bad model by Rick Thompson #8512.3.1.2.1.1.1

David H, That Ford is a redone Western not factory. by Shel Platt #8512.3.1.2.2

Thanks, Shel. I'll stick with my FM. (EOM) by David Holcombe #8512.3.1.2.2.1

Pics; another nice FM from Richard Thompson by John Kuvakas #8512.4

Good shots, John. I really like my Plymouth like this. by David Holcombe #8512.4.1

New Premium X by Lee Tracey #8511

The 76 Eldo bi Centennial is already on the market in US (EOM) by Shel Platt #8511.1

A frustrating day trying to foil a 1:43 model (no pic) by David Holcombe #8510

Foil by Bob Fleck #8510.1

Ditto to what Bob said. I've found Bare Metal Foil brand to be vastly superior to other brands. (EOM) by Dillon Taylor #8510.1.1

Has anyone ever noted a deterioration after application to a model? (EOM) by Harvey Goranson #8510.1.1.1

I also order BMF direct because it seems to crack all over the sheet by Steven Williams #8510.1.2

It does crack! Shelf life is not very long. I've had the same problem (EOM) by John Roberts #8510.1.2.1

I also use bare metal foil , but......... by Jacques Roest #8510.1.3

Has anyone had a problem using older bare metal foil? by Scott Brown #8510.1.4

BMF very definitely deteriorates with age. by Graeme Ogg #8510.1.4.1

Don't we all? (EOM) by John Roberts #8510.1.4.1.1

If used new it's fine. It doesn't age like a fine wine unfortunately (EOM) by John Roberts #8510.1.4.2

I think that was a very useful posting sharing information. (EOM) by Dick Browne #8510.2

Pics: Yesterday, I forgotten to show you the existing Cadillac Station Wagon models in 1:43 by Christoph Baum #8509

Wonderful work Christoph, you are a Master. Cheers. (EOM) by Steven Williams #8509.1

I agree. Your workmanship is superb. (EOM) by David Holcombe #8509.1.1

I agree! :) (EOM) by Stuart Schaller #8509.1.1.1

You are beginning to scare me, Christoph! (EOM) by Graeme Ogg #8509.2

WOW!!! Christoph...Very Impressive!! I Especially Like The by Jeffrey Johnson #8509.3

Nice work Chris. (EOM) by Bob Kleven #8509.4

Thank you everybody, but... by Christoph Baum #8509.5

Cadillac conversions by Alan Dinsmore #8509.6

Excellent work Christoph. Congratulations. by John Roberts #8509.7

For any fellow Citroen H Van fans there's a great French partwork series. by John Roberts #8508

Any nice pink ones like this Matchbox? :-) [+ 1:1 scale pic] by Karl Schnelle #8508.1

I had no idea there were so many Citroen H vans! by Scott Brown #8508.2

I nearly bought a camper version on Ebay a couple of months ago. by John Roberts #8508.2.1

And just think Scott, years ago scads were available from Tomica Dandy too by Harvey Goranson #8508.2.2

nice pics of all the Hachette series are here-> by Karl Schnelle #8508.3

Great information! I have the pale blue Vitre Currus bus. by John Roberts #8508.3.1

PICS - A rare find, an AMR Jag XK 120 by Steven Williams #8507

Beautiful work, Steven. It's great to find a piece after searching for a long by David Holcombe #8507.1

Mikansue???!!! (EOM) by John Roberts #8507.1.1

David - It is a Brooklin that I detailed, a "sweet" car. There is a real one hanging out a few miles by Steven Williams #8507.1.2

Please forgive my error, Steve (and JR). I recently saw a picture of the by David Holcombe #8507.1.2.1

That's the best looking XK120 since the old SMEC one. by John Roberts #8507.2

Nice Jaguar in a very impressive home. (EOM) by Christoph Baum #8507.3

Jaguar 120 by Lee Stemmer #8507.3.1

Lee, it is a little Durham Plymouth Top-Up convertible. Pics for your pleasure. by Steven Williams #8507.3.1.1

Steve...STOP IT!!! Too Many Nice Pieces At Once Is Making by Jeffrey Johnson #8507.3.1.1.1

There's a tinplate 'fiction' model XK120 on Ebay at the moment. by John Roberts #8507.3.1.2

Great Work...Steven!!! I Have The AMR "Jag" In Baby by Jeffrey Johnson #8507.4

The last halfway decent diecast of the XK120 was from Corgi almost 20 years ago by Harvey Goranson #8507.5

Harvey, Do you think the Corgi might have gotten the XK120 basic shape by Steven Williams #8507.5.1

1-43.net: My inquiry about research on this site by Scott Brown #8506

Thank you for finding out more about our Hobby Scott. Cheers. (EOM) by Steven Williams #8506.1

1-43 The Encyclopedia by Lee Tracey #8506.2

Picked up Dana Johnson's Collectors Guide to Diecast Toys by Albert Kopans #8505

I guess it's time I voiced my experience on this by Harvey Goranson #8505.1

For anyone looking for the new Spark Mercedes SLS... by Dick Browne #8504

Need Help! New to 1/43 forum. by Scott Bernardi #8503

Contact Amanda at Brooklin Models, she'll help you out. by Dick Browne #8503.1

Welcome Scott. You'll find a lot of Brooklin buddies here! (EOM) by John Kuvakas #8503.2

Good advice, Scott. Amanda and Brooklin have helped me a by David Holcombe #8503.3

Thanks for all your help! Amanda already returned by Scott Bernardi #8503.3.1

Gee, it took over nine hours, she's slowing down. (EOM) by Dick Browne #8503.3.1.1

Perhaps out for tea? But worth the wait! (EOM) by David Holcombe #8503.3.1.1.1

That's Amanda for you. She's the best. (EOM) by David Knight #8503.3.1.1.1.1

Remember the Saab 96 and the nice little Trofeu model by David Knight #8502

Two other SAAB 96's [pics] by Karl Schnelle #8502.1

It's a fine line but what you had to say is OK. (EOM) by Dick Browne #8502.2

Researching obsolete early post war UK toy firms producing ... by Chris Sweetman #8501

Tootsie's links also at... by Karl Schnelle #8501.1

Karl, I have used this history of Tootsietoy for several years. by David Holcombe #8501.1.1

That site is a monument to Newson's dedication. Amazing. (EOM) by Scott Brown #8501.1.2

Wheels catalagoue 1996 lists 34 model manufacturers ... by Chris Sweetman #8500

If one wants published information on obsure makes then ...... by Chris Sweetman #8499

In regard to hand mades and kits by Stuart Schaller #8499.1

Scott -Re: RAE #8488 ........................... by Chris Sweetman #8498

Chris, this sounds like the Mother Lode of RAE information so far! by Scott Brown #8498.1

PICS Here's an upcoming model from Pete Kenna's Kenna Models. by Dick Browne #8497

Hmm....didn't Pete master this as a Pathfinder model once upon a time? (EOM) by Harvey Goranson #8497.1

I am sure I have seen this one before as well Harv. (EOM) by Chris Sweetman #8497.1.1

This is a model of a wagon made by Jensen. by John Roberts #8497.2

Pete Kenna reported the following about the making of the BRK 157 DeSoto Wagon. by Dick Browne #8496

Jerry Rettig is out of books, he reported the following... by Dick Browne #8495

Thats a shame. Perhaps someone has a second hand one for sale? (EOM) by Gary Taylor #8495.1

Gary, that's one place where Amazon.com is useful. I checked and by David Holcombe #8495.1.1

I have a copy of the Second Edition of Jerry Rettig's book. by Dick Browne #8495.1.2

Sinclair's had them by Joe Hohmann #8495.2

Pics: A short history in pictures about Cadillac Station Wagons: by Christoph Baum #8494

Great work! Now if we can just get them made in 1/43. (EOM) by John Kuvakas #8494.1

Elegance has one of them. (EOM) by Lloyd Mecca #8494.1.1

I've seen one but they NEVER show up for sale. (EOM) by John Kuvakas #8494.1.1.1

Interesting wagons. Thanks for the pictures and information. (EOM) by David Holcombe #8494.2

cadillac wagons by Alan Dinsmore #8494.3

The 1903 van would make a nice EMC model! (EOM) by Harvey Goranson #8494.4

Amen to that! (EOM) by John Kuvakas #8494.4.1

I'm already working on that!! (EOM) by Lloyd Mecca #8494.4.2

More of Cadillac wagons by Volodymyr Sorokolat #8494.5

Nice pictures Volodymyr by Gary Taylor #8494.5.1

Someone here said a while back that Nigel said "No more woodies!" by Harvey Goranson #8494.5.1.1

Why does Scott Brown keep harping about 1:43 reference publications? by Scott Brown #8493

Others have thought about this - one method is here: by Karl Schnelle #8493.1

Wow, Karl, this is a very neat site! It's incomplete, but the potential is there... by Scott Brown #8493.1.1

Could you contact them and see if they are still updating it? Let us know! (EOM) by Karl Schnelle #8493.1.1.1

Excellent idea - I agree with Scott about pictures by Harvey Goranson #8493.1.2

These are some very sketchy & incomplete lists. by Dick Browne #8493.1.3

1/43 manufacturers by Alan Dinsmore #8493.2

I got this email from my brother and hope someone here can help with an answer by Tom Ciryak #8492

Tom C. Sure this Divco is not Nostalgic mini? by Shel Platt #8492.1

I haven't seen it but will try to get a pic or two (EOM) by Tom Ciryak #8492.1.1

Is it the last Divco on this page? by Karl Schnelle #8492.2

MVC & A&B by Peter Foss #8492.3

This is the reply I got from my brother. Still working on getting pics by Tom Ciryak #8492.4

Tom C, If the model was made in mass,it's a NM. (EOM) by Shel Platt #8492.4.1

Tom, I lived in Westborough MA from 1972-78 as was very familiar by David Knight #8492.4.2

I have heard about Bob Brennan but never met him. (EOM) by Dick Browne #8492.4.2.1

Thanks guys...............This helps a bunch. Would any of you venture to put a by Tom Ciryak #8492.4.3

Tom CiryakThe last 6 sold on ebay ranged from 26.50-54.99 (EOM) by Shel Platt #8492.4.3.1

Thanks Shel (EOM) by Tom Ciryak #8492.4.3.1.1

MTI by Peter Foss #8492.4.4

MAR 237 by Peter Foss #8491

yes, Greenlight 1/43 are by High Speed (different colors) to save $... (EOM) by Karl Schnelle #8491.1

Pete - I don't know Robin but has seen his articles in MAR for years by Harvey Goranson #8491.2

Pete, why not invite him? You can contact him through Rod Ward at MAR. (EOM) by Dick Browne #8491.3

Robin Godwin by Maz Woolley #8491.4

BBR Styling Models repair Question by Randall Olson #8490

Randall Olson Lincoln repair by Shel Platt #8490.1

Thanks, Shel. That is sure to help! (EOM) by Randall Olson #8490.1.1

The new DeSoto station wagon brass master by Richard Nosker #8489

The Desoto is going to be a cool model, a must have. I hope it comes........ by Randy Bahler #8489.1

Randy, You stocked up on roof racks, Why worry? (EOM) by Shel Platt #8489.1.1

OK Fine, but there is still the 2-tone paint thing ! LOL. (EOM) by Randy Bahler #8489.1.1.1

Randy Your right tutone is Important on that model,. by Shel Platt #8489.1.1.1.1

It will be in pale solid green like the picture in Cars of the Fabulous 50s. by John Roberts #8489.1.2

OK Fine on the solid color, But I am stocked up on roof racks LOL ! (EOM) by Randy Bahler #8489.1.2.1

Is that Surf Green? Very Pretty and a good choice. by David Knight #8489.1.2.2

Why we need research books on our field: An example is RAE models. by Scott Brown #8488

Scott, here's a taste of what I found in about 30 minutes using google: by David Holcombe #8488.1

I would be cheating, but a complete set of MARs would probably cover 90%+ of RAEs. by Harvey Goranson #8488.1.1

Ta-da! David, you so proved my point! And the answer to my research questions are...? by Scott Brown #8488.1.2

Scott, sorry my few minutes of searching did not meet any of your needs. Having done by David Holcombe #8488.1.2.1

Err, David, I see I made my point too harshly. You're annoyed. I'm sorry! by Scott Brown #8488.1.2.1.1

RAE are still in business but mainly produce stuff for others nowadays. by John Roberts #8488.2

Mikansue, huh? I wouldn't have thought. by Scott Brown #8488.2.1

I've owned two RAEs, the M-Type and the TF by Harvey Goranson #8488.2.1.1

Mini-art Model Show by Mikhail Bashmashnikov #8487

Mini-art Model Show by Mikhail Bashmashnikov #8487.1

Very cool, Mikhail. Another reason to visit NY! (EOM) by Randall Olson #8487.1.1

Hi Randall by Mikhail Bashmashnikov #8487.1.1.1

Some 1:1 scale BSA 3-wheelers in Nashville, TN (Music City) by Karl Schnelle #8486

Karl - I've been meaning to go there - I see MG T-series behind the 3-wheelers! (EOM) by Harvey Goranson #8486.1

Hmmm...will be going to Nashville for 2 weeks over the Christmas Holidays. A visit seems in order. (EOM) by Thomas Kinney #8486.2

Pics: Everybody needs a panel van: Here my newest project.. by Christoph Baum #8485

Good project, Christoph. A few Cadillac station wagons were built by David Holcombe #8485.1

Cadillac wagons,I owned a 72 in 72 but dont recall the maker? (EOM) by Shel Platt #8485.1.1

Shel, I have read that Elvis Presley had one also. You're by David Holcombe #8485.1.1.1

Growing up, some neighbors had a tan woody for years. Either a 71 or a 72. (EOM) by Thomas Kinney #8485.1.1.1.1

Chicago's near northside dealer (Hanley-Dawson?) had wagons in the early '70's by Harvey Goranson #8485.1.1.1.1.1

Sounds right - the premiere prestige dealer.. '630 North Rush at Ontario.'. Hanley is long gone, but by Thomas Kinney #8485.1.1.1.1.1.1

American wheels by Jerry Rettig. by Gary Taylor #8484

You might contact him directly at by David Holcombe #8484.1

Thanks David I'll try that. (EOM) by Gary Taylor #8484.1.1

Amazon may have the book in stock. (EOM) by John Kuvakas #8484.2

Nope, they do not but they have both of Randall Olson's books. by Dick Browne #8484.2.1

Minichamps is calling their new CLK release a 2001. I believe that should be a 2003. I bought the by Steve Kiraly #8483

The European version is often out one or more years before being released in the US. by Dick Browne #8483.1

The previous 3 colours for this model were listed as 2002 by Andrew Davies #8483.2

Sorry, everyone. Lots of technical difficulties... by Joe Kelly, Jr. #8482

Ah Yes...Just When You Anticipate That All Is Well...SURPRISE! by Jeffrey Johnson #8482.1

In Chicago for Thanksgiving by Peter Foss #8481

Hope you have a good time. The city will be fully decorated for the Holidays. (EOM) by Frank Racibozynski #8481.1

PICS - Revising a third of my displays, SCCA incl. some Can-Am representatives. by Steven Williams #8480

Great stuff Steven! Anytime you want to rid yourself of Old Yeller, let me know... by Harvey Goranson #8480.1

Thanks for the pics Harvey. The small bore Trans-Am cars seem by Steven Williams #8480.1.1

Alfas possibly by Progetto K (EOM) by Lee Tracey #8480.1.1.1

Old Yeller was made by Marsh models by Stuart Schaller #8480.1.2

Great Collection Steven!!! Nice Display & Arrangement Aswell (EOM) by Jeffrey Johnson #8480.2

Ditto that! Very nicely done! (EOM) by Christopher Moroni #8480.2.1

Great displays! Its clear to see your enjoymernt. Thanks for sharing. (EOM) by Randall Olson #8480.3

Excellent collection and displays from a great era in road racing. (EOM) by Frank Racibozynski #8480.4

An amazing array of collectables superbly displayed ..... by Chris Sweetman #8480.5

PICS Displays .............................. by Chris Sweetman #8479

Great models and display cases, Chris. I see some old friends, too. (EOM) by David Holcombe #8479.1

Same here Chris. I see the Dugu-Zepplin Fiat LSR and a few other "old friends" (EOM) by Harvey Goranson #8479.1.1

Harv, I got this LSR Fiat for £15! The guy I bought from .... by Chris Sweetman #8479.1.1.1

Thanks David - some of these have been old friends for many years. (EOM) by Chris Sweetman #8479.1.2

Have you checked the foam recently in the Märklin Chaparral 2F? Hope it's OK. by Karl Schnelle #8479.2

I've pulled the foam out from both my Marklins and Schucos! (EOM) by Harvey Goranson #8479.2.1

Karl, removed foam - model OK phew - thanks for the .... by Chris Sweetman #8479.2.2

Verry nice, Chris! Case 3 second row, 3rd from left - what is it? Tx. (EOM) by Randall Olson #8479.3

Hi Randall this one is a Dugu 1914 Lancia Theta and .... by Chris Sweetman #8479.3.1

I like it Chris, a very nice display, but most of all I like the bears. by Steven Williams #8479.4

The bears Steve are Mr and Mrs Bearanda and ....... by Chris Sweetman #8479.4.1

Love it, Thanks for the info Chris. Cheers. (EOM) by Steven Williams #8479.4.1.1

Red Sedan by Peter Foss #8479.5

Pete, the model is made by Wells-Brimtoy, dates from the .... by Chris Sweetman #8479.5.1

Wells Brimtoy by Peter Foss #8479.5.1.1

It could be Pete. I will post a bigger pic soon. (EOM) by Chris Sweetman #8479.5.1.1.1

These 4 cases must be your "best of" collection? Did you select some from each manufacturer? :-)) (EOM) by Karl Schnelle #8479.6

... or just a periodic rotation to represent the entire collection? :-)) (EOM) by Karl Schnelle #8479.6.1

A bit of both Karl! :>)) (EOM) by Chris Sweetman #8479.6.1.1

History of Companies by Peter Foss #8478

General Maxwell did many of us a great service with his research. by David Holcombe #8478.1

When did Fred pass away? (EOM) by Albert Kopans #8478.1.1

From the Arlington National Cemetary web site: by David Holcombe #8478.1.1.1

Pete, you reqally bring up a major point. Our collecting category is surprisingly poorly documented. by Scott Brown #8478.2

Reference Books are Disappearing by Peter Foss #8478.2.1

You are right here Pete ..... most of the reference books mentioned by by Chris Sweetman #8478.2.1.1

I don't think books are the answer for current ranges by Harvey Goranson #8478.2.1.1.1

Thanks to Pete for starting this thread. You make some good points, Harvey. by Randall Olson #8478.2.1.1.1.1

Minichamps History - sort of by Lee Tracey #8478.3

Lee the first version of volume 1 was complied by a ..... by Chris Sweetman #8478.3.1

Lee, I have Vol. 3 by Andrew Davies #8478.3.2

And just a note on Minichamps history... by Andrew Davies #8478.3.2.1

Another way is to approach magazines with article/s of ... by Chris Sweetman #8478.4

Don't forget The Car Room Magazine Video on now! by Dick Browne #8477

Will you be making a guest appearance one of these days, Dick? (EOM) by Dillon Taylor #8477.1

Not unless the show comes South. Hardly worth a trip to NY. by Dick Browne #8477.1.1

If you missed the show, you can see it ON DEMAND. (EOM) by Dick Browne #8477.1.1.1

I prefer to go at my own pace to gain knowledge ......... by Chris Sweetman #8477.1.1.1.1

Can anybody let me know what colours the Jeepster was made in? by John Roberts #8476

Top down was a pale yellow, top up was a dark green on the USMM models. (EOM) by Dick Browne #8476.1

The two most common primary colors were Michigan yellow by David Holcombe #8476.2

John, I just sent you a copy of a Jeepster ad and also the page from by Rick Thompson #8476.3

John, these guys are right, Luzon Red and Michigan Yellow were the 2 1948 colors. by David Knight #8476.4

US Model Mint Jeepsters were 1949's, the BRK will be a 1948 model. (EOM) by Dick Browne #8476.4.1

Then that brings the color choices to Luzon Red and Michigan Yellow both with black accent by David Knight #8476.4.1.1

Both are good colors. I prefer the yellow, but I'll buy either. (EOM) by David Holcombe #8476.4.1.1.1

Thanks for the interest and information everyone (EOM) by John Roberts #8476.4.1.1.1.1

Randy - dude!!! - are you selling your collection? by Harvey Goranson #8475

Harvey, No I am not going to sell off my collection. As you....... by Randy Bahler #8475.1

Randy - Glad to hear this is just a blip on the economic horizon by Harvey Goranson #8475.1.1

Harvey, Yes the blips have been bleeped and all is well. It was just...... by Randy Bahler #8475.1.1.1

I've Purchased From Randy Over The Years & Have Always by Jeffrey Johnson #8475.1.2

PICS Three Color Trial models contributed by Nigel Parker for the WMTC Charity Auction. by Dick Browne #8474

The auction will be held December 1st. by Dick Browne #8474.1

Comparing Studebaker coupes (pic) for roof lines by David Holcombe #8473

Thanks, David H. for the discussion and pictures regarding roof lines. by David Knight #8473.1

Studebaker coupe. You are correct David, the height by Leon Thorsell #8473.1.1

Thanks, Leon, in a few words, you've said it more clearly than I did in paragrahs. by David Knight #8473.1.1.1

PICS Information wanted about two Soviet cars by Randall Olson #8471

It's not ZiS (Zavod imeni Stalina - Factory of the name of Stalin) by Volodymyr Sorokolat #8471.1

Ah, thank you Volodymyr! A beautiful model. by Randall Olson #8471.1.1

Any other colours. Six such real cars was made in all. They was by Volodymyr Sorokolat #8471.1.1.1

Randall, many thanks for posting these. While I have no by David Holcombe #8471.2

PIC - Thank you, Volodymyr and David by Randall Olson #8471.2.1

And...who was Krasny Putilovets?? (EOM) by Scott Brown #8471.3

It was the name of factory. Putilovets - the worker who is working at this by Volodymyr Sorokolat #8471.3.1

Great information from all! I've learned a lot. I have the Vector... by Scott Brown #8471.3.1.1

More on L-1 by Max Paransky #8471.4

The model from Randall's message was made by EMC. Experts Buick! Please, explain me what is by Volodymyr Sorokolat #8471.4.1

Vlad, here is a (very poor) picture of the 1932 Buick: (pic) by David Holcombe #8471.4.1.1

David, great verification. Check the "L-1" on the sidemounts by Randall Olson #8471.4.1.1.1

Thanks, but I think it's Buick 32-90. Can be Buick 32-40? (EOM) by Volodymyr Sorokolat #8471.4.1.1.2

Vlad, the 1932 Buick top series was the 90, a luxury model that by David Holcombe #8471.4.1.1.2.1

Only the 90 is a true classic as designated by the CCCA. by Dick Browne #8471.4.1.1.2.1.1

For those concerned about the upcoming BRK 158 1954 Studebaker, fear no more. by Dick Browne #8470

BC009 looks nice, too! I was hoping for a pic of the DeSoto wagon, but not yet. Sigh. (EOM) by Rick Thompson #8470.1

Look again - there's a special section on the Desoto. by Ed Glorius #8470.2

That's so cool! Thanks for the link. (EOM) by Dillon Taylor #8470.2.1

Thanks, Ed! I hadn't seen that--it wasn't there when I checked by Rick Thompson #8470.2.2

The Jeepster looks great and the Studebaker...well, by David Knight #8470.3

desoto transformation by Alan Dinsmore #8470.4

I agree with Alan. The Jeepster looks like a real winner! (EOM) by David Holcombe #8470.4.1

Roof for BRK 101X by John Scrivens #8470.5

You are correct John. The Muntz was not a true convertible. by Dick Browne #8470.5.1

Join us Saturday 11/14 at 7PM... by Joe Kelly, Jr. #8469

Latest word from Jaap van Dijk at Neo Scale Models. by Dick Browne #8468

Close down for December. by John Roberts #8467

Good luck with the move, don't lose the Mercedes, please. by Dick Browne #8467.1

Thanks Dick! Luccombe is a beautiful little village in Somerset. by John Roberts #8467.1.1

Anyone Received Their Latest "Car Room" Mag Yet?? (EOM) by Jeffrey Johnson #8466

Vol. 2 No.2 is at the printer. Well worth the wait. by Dick Browne #8466.1

Where can I get Western Models parts? (EOM) by Bob Kleven #8465

No one is stocking these per se, However you might try Buz Kirkel. by Dick Browne #8465.1

Bob Kleven, send email to modelcars43@earthlink.net by Shel Platt #8465.2

Bob...You Might Try Bob Hooper At Dominion Models Aswell (EOM) by Jeffrey Johnson #8465.3

Lawdamighty - just got three models in for review from Tin Wizard - HOLY SMOKES! by Joe Kelly, Jr. #8464

Pictures? (EOM) by David Holcombe #8464.1

I just got them in this evening, so, I'll pop them up tomorrow night. Really beautiful things. (EOM) by Joe Kelly, Jr. #8464.1.1

Lovin the coverage, Joe. It's a big plus for us! (EOM) by John Kuvakas #8464.1.1.1

Pictures of all Tin Wizard models may be seen at their Website. by Dick Browne #8464.1.2

Thank you, Dick. (EOM) by David Holcombe #8464.1.2.1

Many of the Tin Wizzard models by Stuart Schaller #8464.1.2.2

FYI- This evening I received a notice of a new/revised model from Durham Classics. by David Holcombe #8463

Books, Magazines, etc. to NATMUS by Peter Foss #8462

Peter, more years ago than I care to count, I was an undergraduate at a by David Holcombe #8462.1

magazine libraries by Alan Dinsmore #8462.1.1

Thanks, Alan. There is hope, then, for my filing cabinets and boxes by Rick Thompson #8462.1.1.1

1910-2010 by Peter Foss #8461

The Big One - Chevrolet. (EOM) by Lee Tracey #8461.1

Remember this one? (pic) by David Holcombe #8461.1.1

I have that one too David. It has a particular charm to it not unlike older Yesteryears (EOM) by Harvey Goranson #8461.1.1.1

British cars at Acomderj. November 7. by Sergio Luis Santos #8460

Greenlight Motor World by Peter Foss #8459

Bought all of them at the Greenlight Stand at iHobby, when you were getting the great deal on the... by Karl Schnelle #8459.1

Motor World by Peter Foss #8459.1.1

I already talked with them - they do not sell to public in Indy, but... [links] by Karl Schnelle #8459.1.1.1

Catalogs by Peter Foss #8459.1.1.1.1

Pete touches on something here I which all manufacturers would do by Harvey Goranson #8459.1.1.1.1.1

How far back should the manufacturer go? I have Tootsietoy cars that by David Holcombe #8459.1.1.1.1.1.1

Indeed - Should Ixo include their Vitesse forbears, for example? by Harvey Goranson #8459.1.1.1.1.1.1.1

"The Great Book of Corgi" is an example of how a company history can be ...... by Chris Sweetman #8459.1.1.1.1.1.1.1.1

John Scrivens puts out a book listing ALL Brooklin variations. by Dick Browne #8459.1.1.1.1.1.2

Thank You, All You Who Served (EOM) by Ed Stutz #8458

Amen to that! (EOM) by Dick Browne #8458.1

My son is coming home from Afganistan today. I will be proudly waiting for him, and by Randy Bahler #8458.2

A special day for you indeed, Randy. I'm glad he's home safely. by Rick Thompson #8458.2.1

Please give him my best wishes as well. I only hope the others will soon return. (EOM) by David Holcombe #8458.2.2

A Special Salute to Your Son From This Vietnam Vet (EOM) by Ed Stutz #8458.2.3

Please tell him thanks from all of us. (EOM) by John Kuvakas #8458.2.4

Thanks to all of you. I know Vetrans Day is not about me, and my Son would tell you...... by Randy Bahler #8458.2.4.1

Great news Randy. Delighted he's coming home. (EOM) by John Roberts #8458.2.5

A special day for remembrance. USAF 1964-1993. (EOM) by Willie Coon #8458.3

We shall remember them by Lee Tracey #8458.4

PICS - Revising another of my displays, GP/F1 this time. by Steven Williams #8457

Tremendous collection, Steven. Your buildings and figures in the top by David Holcombe #8457.1

Paul Patterson, Could you please email me when you get a chance. My.... by Randy Bahler #8456

Does anybody know anything about a (new?) resin 1960s Batmobile that's currenlty available? by Dillon Taylor #8455

I've seen these on eBay before.... by Marshall Buck #8455.1

Thanks, Marshall! (EOM) by Dillon Taylor #8455.1.1

I wonder if this could be a pirated (or backdoor) version of the new Hot Wheels Batmobile? by David Holcombe #8455.2

Thanks for the info, David. I didn't realize that HW was doing a 1/43 Batmobile. Cool! (EOM) by Dillon Taylor #8455.2.1

No, David, it's resin and made from scratch. (EOM) by Albert Kopans #8455.2.2

It is not the Hot Wheels car...probably better... by Doug Switz #8455.2.3

Thanks, Doug! (EOM) by Dillon Taylor #8455.2.3.1

And I thank you too. Good information to consider. (EOM) by David Holcombe #8455.2.3.1.1

Two of my favorite Batmobiles (pic) by David Holcombe #8455.3

Just received the NEO black/silver Seville and it is exquisite! (EOM) by Darrell Orwig #8454

How about some pics? (EOM) by Lloyd Mecca #8454.1

Lloyd, pictures are available on the American-Excellence Website. by Dick Browne #8454.1.1

'78 Elegante Press Release Pic... by Tom Gibson #8454.1.1.1

I saw those, Dick. I thought a recent (non-pre-production) by Lloyd Mecca #8454.1.1.2

Cadillac observations by David Crowe #8454.1.1.2.1

But they will know that the Elegante Edition is painted by Lloyd Mecca #8454.1.1.2.1.1

It is the position of principle, I understand, but there are no models without discrepancies and by Volodymyr Sorokolat #8454.1.1.2.1.1.1

EMC'c are perfect in every way compared to original pics. by Lloyd Mecca #8454.1.1.2.1.1.1.1

Thank you very much for your appreciation! (EOM) by Volodymyr Sorokolat #8454.1.1.2.1.1.1.1.1

I see NO faults with the EMC Cadillacs. by David Crowe #8454.1.1.2.1.1.1.2

Why 1979? After all 1979 Biarritz has the same body as 1985... (EOM) by Volodymyr Sorokolat #8454.1.1.2.1.1.1.2.1

That is the only year I know for sure the color was offered... by David Crowe #8454.1.1.2.1.1.1.2.1.1

Darrell, Where Did You Purchase Your Model From?? Is by Jeffrey Johnson #8454.2

The NEO Cadillac is available on the American-Excellence website. (EOM) by Dick Browne #8454.2.1

American Excellence. I believe they are now the sole source for NEO in this country. (EOM) by Darrell Orwig #8454.2.2

Has anyone in the US received their CTCS model yet? by Dick Browne #8453

I can't answer your question, Dick, but I do know that whenever I've by Rick Thompson #8453.1

Received mine today (in Canada) by Randall Olson #8453.1.1

Randy, customs should not have affected your model. (EOM) by Dick Browne #8453.1.1.1

LOL, sometimes it does feel like we on the "Left Coast" are from another country (EOM) by Randall Olson #8453.1.1.1.1

We would welcome B.C. into the USA. by Dick Browne #8453.1.1.1.1.1

Not yet by Skip Johnson #8453.2

Hi Skip, surprised you didn't go to the show, an easy trip for you. (EOM) by Dick Browne #8453.2.1

Had a couple of conflicts on that day -- hope to make it next year! (EOM) by Skip Johnson #8453.2.1.1

Yup. My parcel arrived today. (EOM) by Thomas Kinney #8453.3

Twenty-five days and still no model, RIDICULOUS! (EOM) by Dick Browne #8453.3.1

Me too, Dick! Very frustrating...... (EOM) by Skip Johnson #8453.3.1.1

Just arrived: the Simplex Speed Car (pic) from Dust & Glory by David Holcombe #8452

David, here is another view. Love this model and also appreciate your researching it's by Steven Williams #8452.1

Steven, I'm in full agreement. Your figures are great! (EOM) by David Holcombe #8452.1.1

The quality of the Dust and Glory models by Stuart Schaller #8452.1.2

True Stu, for the most part. But I did sell my Marmon Wasp by Harvey Goranson #8452.1.2.1

Update on Saturday's shopping trip ............. by Chris Sweetman #8451

I just went to HPI's website - doesn't seem to be much new there by Harvey Goranson #8451.1

Harv, I have just looked at HPI's European site and ...... by Chris Sweetman #8451.1.1

The Orochi is shown here as sold out - I think it was a quick seller for HPI by Harvey Goranson #8451.1.1.1

Guess there is no chance of this one on the shelves .... by Chris Sweetman #8451.1.1.1.1

PICS Conquest Impala 1960 ........ by Chris Sweetman #8450

Nice pics. by John Scrivens #8450.1

The only other colour I am aware of John is red see Patty's post below. (EOM) by Chris Sweetman #8450.1.1

John, according to the small catalog which accompanied CON models, by Rick Thompson #8450.1.2

Chris, I have one of these that my ex-husband gave me, however.... by Patty Henderson #8450.2

Patty, looks like the chrome work on my example is scraped. (EOM) by Chris Sweetman #8450.2.1

Excellent photos, Chris. (EOM) by John Kuvakas #8450.3

Thank you John. (EOM) by Chris Sweetman #8450.3.1

I like it, Chris. Thanks for the pictures. (EOM) by David Holcombe #8450.4

It is a neat model David - thanks for your comment. (EOM) by Chris Sweetman #8450.4.1

Just located my Wheels catalogue for '96/'97 and this one by Chris Sweetman #8450.5

Please help to identify the car again (Pic) by Volodymyr Sorokolat #8449

The only reference I could find for a 'Twin Six' - see ...... by Chris Sweetman #8449.1

I doubt that it is Packard. An American car but not Packard - I think. by Volodymyr Sorokolat #8449.1.1

This is not a Packard twin six as the unique Packard radiator shell is absent. by David Holcombe #8449.2

Perhaps the 1920 Voisin C2. It had similar curved lines and a by David Holcombe #8449.3

Thanks David, but it cannot be Voisin 1920 because the photo has been made during I World war. (EOM) by Volodymyr Sorokolat #8449.3.1

Found this interesting piece and it confirms that Packard ... by Chris Sweetman #8449.3.1.1

Here is a picture source for the Czar's Packard. by David Holcombe #8449.3.1.1.1

Thanks for all, I've found the firm! (Pic) by Volodymyr Sorokolat #8449.4

Congratulations, Volodymyr. If I have ever heard of the Pathfinder, it by David Holcombe #8449.4.1

Ford in miniature and G M in miniature by Radall Olson. by Gary Taylor #8448

Randall is awaiting the go ahead from his publisher to proceed with his Chrysler book. by Dick Browne #8448.1

Gary, congratulations on two very useful purchases. Randall by David Holcombe #8448.2

Randall is a great guy and his books are a valuable tool to our hobby by John Kuvakas #8448.3

Randy's books are a must for 1:43 collectors. by Dick Browne #8448.3.1

Where would I be able to purchase Randall's books? (EOM) by Bob Jackman #8448.3.1.1

Bob, both are currently available on amazon.com. They also frequently by Rick Thompson #8448.3.1.1.1

Thanks Rick, I will buy them both this week. I would also by Bob Jackman #8448.3.1.1.1.1

Bob, please email me randallolsonattelus.net (EOM) by Randall Olson #8448.3.1.1.1.1.1

Randall, I have been trying to email you at the address by Bob Jackman #8448.3.1.1.1.1.1.1

Bob, I assume that you're substituting the @ symbol for the 'at' in Randy's email address? by Rick Thompson #8448.3.1.1.1.1.1.1.1

Excellent Reads From A Valued & Fellow Collector!! by Jeffrey Johnson #8448.4

Thanks to you all - I am touched by your kind words. Chrysler in Miniature is by Randall Olson #8448.5

Great news, Randall. I'm looking forward to it. (EOM) by David Holcombe #8448.5.1

This doesn't sound like great news to me, David. by Rick Thompson #8448.5.1.1

Rick, I'll order when Randall advises so, and then I'll hope for the best for by David Holcombe #8448.5.1.1.1

David, I just heard from Randy and he still plans on doing the books by Rick Thompson #8448.5.1.1.1.1

How many were on hand for The Car Room Magazine show last night? by Dick Browne #8447

Thanks, Dick! I'm glad you got to see the show... by Joe Kelly, Jr. #8447.1

Thanks Joe, at my age I'll settle for the many years. by Dick Browne #8447.1.1

Thrashers by Paul Patterson #8447.2

Actually Paul I was watching the Red Wings being clobbered by the Leafs. (EOM) by Dick Browne #8447.2.1

Thrashers by Paul Patterson #8447.2.1.1

Paul, Joe Kelly is practically your neighbor. by Dick Browne #8447.2.1.1.1

Dick, I was there for the live stream as well. I am really excited about by Bob Jackman #8447.3

Bob, Joe is very serious about 1:43 and we can look forward to even better coverage. by Dick Browne #8447.3.1

Thanks Dick for the UK suppliers address. (EOM) by Chris Sweetman #8447.3.1.1

Unfortunately the Memphis vs UT game was also on streaming audio (no telecast) by Harvey Goranson #8447.4

Low Cost 1/43 by Peter Foss #8446

Wow Peter you have worked hard on complying this list ..... by Chris Sweetman #8446.1

We have these in Zellers department store, only the cars featured on Canadian market though. (EOM) by Albert Kopans #8446.2

Bburago 1/43 by Andrew Davies #8446.3

I seem to recall there was also a Burago VW in light metallic green by Harvey Goranson #8446.4

Jeff Johnson, Please email oldsman41@yahoo.com (EOM) by Shel Platt #8445

Need help identifying this Lincoln. by Albert Kopans #8444

1941 Lincoln Continental club coupe (EOM) by Shel Platt #8444.1

Thanks, Shel! (EOM) by Albert Kopans #8444.1.1

To be more precise it is a 1941 Lincoln Continental Club Coupé (EOM) by Jacques Roest #8444.1.2

Thanks! (EOM) by Albert Kopans #8444.1.2.1

Drive out West by Peter Foss #8443

Pete - John Whitehead - Cheyenne WY by Harvey Goranson #8443.1

Google is where I always found my MAR answers. by Dick Browne #8443.1.1

Well, 5 minutes may be pushing it but I do enjoy researching the answers. Pete is right........ by Willie Coon #8443.1.2

Peter, Open invite if you are anywhere near Castle Rock, CO just south of Denver. (EOM) by Steven Williams #8443.2

In a thread below it appears that we are getting a bit too personal. by Dick Browne #8442

UH- OH Busted ! I make grammatical errors all the time. But I do it on..... by Randy Bahler #8442.1

My new old BRK 4: the '37 Chevrolet coupe (pic) by David Holcombe #8441

Dave, glad you were able to get that one, it's one of my favorites. by Dick Browne #8441.1

It's really a good model, Dick. Black would be a good color by David Holcombe #8441.1.1

EWA by Peter Foss #8441.2

Thanks Pete, I'm sure that anyone subscribing through them will be glad to hear that news. (EOM) by Dick Browne #8441.2.1

David, that '37 Chevrolet is one of my favorites too. by David Knight #8441.3

I appreciate your comments, David. This is a really special model. (EOM) by David Holcombe #8441.3.1

Pic: Claude THIBIVILLIERS here is the picture from your 38 Cadillac parade car (post 8429.1.3) by Christoph Baum #8440

A really fine model. This one seems as correct as possible. Thanks for the picture. (EOM) by David Holcombe #8440.1

According To Diecast Direct...Several BRKs Have Been by Jeffrey Johnson #8439

Inetersteing, Jeff. But I'm not sure I'm tracking with you on the retail sales issue. (EOM) by John Kuvakas #8439.1

John...According To "The Wall Street Journal"...Retail Sales by Jeffrey Johnson #8439.1.1

Without having accurate information regarding Brooklin's retail sales by Rick Thompson #8439.2

Rick...Rick...Rick...I Was NOT Suggesting That BRKs Sales by Jeffrey Johnson #8439.2.1

I would think that Brooklin was probably more impacted by.... by John Kuvakas #8439.2.1.1

Watch the Brooklin Website for any changes in their production schedules. by Dick Browne #8439.2.1.1.1

My apologies, Jeff. Sometimes the editor in me just comes out. I regret by Rick Thompson #8439.2.1.2

Rick...Don't Concern Yourself...Passion Got The Both Of Us! (EOM) by Jeffrey Johnson #8439.2.1.2.1

Some models have been deleted from BRKs range as per normal practice. by John Roberts #8439.3

That's good news, John, I'd cut back on groceries before I'd stop buying Brooklins. by David Knight #8439.3.1

Tomorrow ................................................ by Chris Sweetman #8438

Chris, I just wish there was a model shop in Oklahoma to visit!! .......... by Willie Coon #8438.1

Willie...You Could Always Make A Trip To Wichita. We by Jeffrey Johnson #8438.1.1

Thanks Willie - this is one reason why I try and support them ... by Chris Sweetman #8438.1.2

Thanks, Jeff and Chris. I don't stray too far from home anymore but......... by Willie Coon #8438.1.2.1

PICS - Messing with a Matchbox by Steven Williams #8437

Looking good! (EOM) by David Holcombe #8437.1

PICS Hi Steve, I bought a few of these old crocks last year .... by Chris Sweetman #8437.2

COOL Chris, I think that model is THE Silver Ghost, the car that made the Rolls-Royce reputation by Steven Williams #8437.2.1

True Steve the real version of this model is still going .... by Chris Sweetman #8437.2.1.1

One of my favorite MOY's [link] by Karl Schnelle #8437.3

Thanks Karl, this one has the No 7 on the raised baseplate. Cheers. (EOM) by Steven Williams #8437.3.1

A neat site Karl - thanks for the link. (EOM) by Chris Sweetman #8437.3.2

Nice Little Memory, Steven! GREAT Pics!! (EOM) by Jeffrey Johnson #8437.4

I recently acquired a Madison 1950 Oldsmobile Futramic 98 by Bob Jackman #8436

Bob, The 1950 Olds Convertible on Route 66s website shows vent windows ? (EOM) by Randy Bahler #8436.1

Randy, thanks. I just looked on the Route 66 sight and by Bob Jackman #8436.1.1

Madison 50 Olds 98 Convertible by Lee Stemmer #8436.1.1.1

Madison 50 Olds 98 first edition has vent windows. (EOM) by Shel Platt #8436.1.1.1.1

Bob Jackman, please email oldsman41@yahoo.com (EOM) by Shel Platt #8436.2

email sent. (EOM) by Bob Jackman #8436.2.1

Bob, the book "Cars of the Fabulous '50s" shows pics and illustrations by Rick Thompson #8436.3

Thanks for your replies Lee, Shel and Rick. Again looked very closely by Bob Jackman #8436.4

I just received Brooklin #156, 1937 Oldsmobile and boy by Bob Jackman #8435

I got mine the other day and I think it is outstanding. by Dick Browne #8435.1

Got my 39 Mercury convertible at the same time as well. I too by Bob Jackman #8435.1.1

1937 olds by Alan Dinsmore #8435.2

The 1937 Olds & my favorite movie by Richard Nosker #8435.3

Great memories Richard and thanks for the link. (EOM) by Bob Jackman #8435.3.1

Oh fudge! (EOM) by Harvey Goranson #8435.3.2

Join Car Room TV LIVE tomorrow night at 7PM Eastern! by Joe Kelly, Jr. #8434

I posted some pics over on the 1:18 board of Sergio Goldvarg's by Tom Ciryak #8433

Thank you for the pictures, Tom. If I'm ever in Hollywood . . . (EOM) by David Holcombe #8433.1

Thanks for the pics! (EOM) by Dillon Taylor #8433.2

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