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A Neo Dodge with color! (pics) by David Holcombe #15904

Hard to understand why the antennae are straight up. by Dick Browne #15904.1

Brooklin 1960 Miller-Meteor Cadillac by Marc Burba #15903

Thanks, Marc. The Packard sounds like I'm going to have to buy a new shelf stretcher! (EOM) by David Holcombe #15903.1

ZONE NEWS… Legacy Motors has made Paying with PayPal a LOT EASIER! #15902

PIC: Correct year designation for Hunter Green Jeep Wagoneer. It's a '91. by David Knight #15901

Chicago Checker cab from Ixo by Jay Golan #15900

Apparently IXO found a rare Chicago Checker with rates posted on the front door. Almost all didn't. by Frank Racibozynski #15900.1

That`s a relief Frank.I had started to wonder if my Western(pic) by Ed Lockyer #15900.1.1

Anyone have a damaged Ixo/Altaya Renault 10 they're willing to part with? by John-William Greenbaum #15899

Hint for trying to save/find missing parts. by Jay Golan #15899.1

I'm going to try using a dust buster, but failing that, I may have to get another car... by John-William Greenbaum #15899.1.1

Another hint by Jay Golan #15899.1.1.1

Will try vacuuming my floor with the stocking over the hose. The dust buster didn't pick it up. (EOM) by John-William Greenbaum #15899.1.1.1.1

Pray for all in this tragic storm, by Dick Johnson #15898

Prayers sent. (EOM) by John-William Greenbaum #15898.1

Anyone familiar with 1:43 Truescale Miniatures & Minichamps models? by Brian Cox #15897

Hi Brian- One of my favorite True Scale Miniatures is the John Lennon by David Holcombe #15897.1

I would rank Automodello at the top of that list. But I have 50+ Minichamps and by Karl Schnelle #15897.2

Brian - I have over 275 Minichamps and 16 TSM models by Harvey Goranson #15897.3

The models I'm interested are the... by Brian Cox #15897.4

May I also recommend Esval Models if you're going for 1/43 American Luxury Cars? by John-William Greenbaum #15897.4.1

(Pic) You will not be disappointed with the Minichamps Mark II. It's great value! by John Kuvakas #15897.4.2

Wow, what an outstanding shot of a superb model, John ! (EOM) by Mike DeTorrice #15897.4.2.1

I have never seen that where do you buy them? (EOM) by Mark Millar #15897.4.2.2

Got a very nice Mark II on ebay. They are often available at model & toy shows. (EOM) by Frank Racibozynski #15897.4.2.2.1

ONE OF THE BEST by Wayne E. Moyer #15897.4.2.3

I love mine! I have the Minichamps in black, silver, and light blue. by Joe Hohmann #15897.4.2.4

The Mark II in the Ford Centennial set was an ivory color. by Harvey Goranson #15897.4.2.4.1

Brian a nice Packard is listed on the forum auction. (EOM) by Bob Kleven #15897.4.3

I forgot that I have the '41 Esval Packard (Blue) &... by Brian Cox #15897.4.3.1

Who is familiar with WHITEBOX models? by Dick Browne #15896

I believe so. I know that they're basically re-packaged partwork cars with new parts. (EOM) by John-William Greenbaum #15896.1

A pictoral review of GM's Firebird I & a Bizarre interpretation in 1:43 scale. (pics) by David Holcombe #15895

GM Firebird by Alan Dinsmore #15895.1

Great job David - Keep up the good work !! Always interesting. (EOM) by Ken Smith #15895.1.1

I'm still holding out for a flying car. We were promised this!!! (EOM) by Harvey Goranson #15895.1.2

This is as close as I can come: (pic) by David Holcombe #15895.1.2.1

Corgi Juniors had a flying car in their range. (EOM) by Chris Sweetman #15895.1.2.1.1

We sold a Flying car by Corgi in 1966 or 67 It was Red & wings folded into a trailer. It sold for by Dave Hosea #15895.1.2.1.1.1

Dave - you sold Tekno cars??? I would love to learn more!!! (EOM) by Karl Schnelle #15895.1.2.1.1.1.1

Hi Dave regarding the flying car I am sure with the dates .... by Chris Sweetman #15895.1.2.1.1.1.2

Me Too Alan! I never missed a Motorama & was a GM buyer for years That was the FUTURE! by Dave Hosea #15895.1.3

YOU drove the actual Lincoln Futura showcar? by David Crowe #15895.1.3.1

. (EOM) by Dave Hosea #15895.1.3.1.1

Six whole miles, Terrified all the way.Greenleaf Ave & Whittier Blvd to Washington & Rosecrans. Yes by Dave Hosea #15895.1.3.1.2

Ladies and Gentlemen, we are in the presence of automotive royalty here! by David Crowe #15895.1.3.1.2.1

Did anyone else drive a Chrysler Turbine Car? (EOM) by Dick Browne #15895.1.3.1.2.1.1

I did not get to drive it but a short ride around Bullocks employee's parking lot in 1965 because I by Dave Hosea #15895.1.3.1.2.1.1.1

6 Miles doth not make Automotive Royalty. Besids I was terrified & I had little desire to Explain by Dave Hosea #15895.1.3.1.2.1.2

I was looking at a list of Ixo coming soon. On the list by Bob Kleven #15894

Anyone looking for any Rare Brooklins?All mint boxed by Gregory Gunn #15893

Let me have your email address. by Gianluigi Cappi #15893.1

Gianiluigi please email me. (EOM) by Shel Platt #15893.1.1

Motorhead Miniatures - Safety Check set in small scale by Harvey Goranson #15892

Neat by Maz Woolley #15892.1

I like it! Here's the same idea. (pic) by David Holcombe #15892.2

I laughed out loud, David, great pic! (EOM) by Paul Rouffa #15892.2.1

But there's no driver! Is he being written for illegal parking, or what? by Rick Thompson #15892.2.2

No license tag (pic) by David Holcombe #15892.2.2.1

More from the big AE sale last month by Harvey Goranson #15891

OK, what don't cha collect, again? :-) Great pics - thanks** (EOM) by Karl Schnelle #15891.1

Well Karl, I am winding down my earth mover sector! (EOM) by Harvey Goranson #15891.1.1

Ahhh, a sale. "The more you spend the more you save" (EOM) by Frank Gioia #15891.2

Targa looks wonderful Harvey. by Lee Tracey #15891.3

Premium X 1971 Lamborghini Countach prototype by Harvey Goranson #15890

Too bad about the need for those aero add-ons - this prototype has such a clean look to it. (EOM) by Karl Schnelle #15890.1

One I wanted but never found one with the photo-etched side window frame located correctly. (EOM) by Chris Sweetman #15890.2

And I just noticed from my overhead photo that a repair needs to be made on this one. by Harvey Goranson #15890.2.1

Harvey, what is your glue of choice? White glue, or are there others? (EOM) by Frank Racibozynski #15890.2.1.1

I've been using Gator's Grip, though frankly it doesn't seem much different than Elmers by Harvey Goranson #15890.2.1.1.1

Thamks Harvey. I found some iphone notes from the Countryside show and that's consistent with what by Frank Racibozynski #15890.2.1.1.1.1

Xylene is a solvent - I'd test that somewhere harmless first. (EOM) by Harvey Goranson #15890.2.1.1.1.1.1

Neo Meyers Manx - the original Volksrod! by Harvey Goranson #15889

How many days did you look for that magazine ? Some Job to find it as I have one too but??? by Dave Hosea #15889.1

Well, a bit of a story there Dave by Harvey Goranson #15889.1.1

I know where Dave is coming from - I probably also have by Ken Smith #15889.1.1.1

Ken, I have a bunch of those clear plastic overlap top bins full of Old Magazines HR, R&T, Playboy, by Dave Hosea #15889.1.1.1.1

A missed opportunity for Rio? by Harvey Goranson #15888

Opening Day at the Indy 500 track had an Alfa - can you believe it? pics by Karl Schnelle #15887

Nice! A Voisin - that's a rare bird! (EOM) by Harvey Goranson #15887.1

1930 Avion Voisin Roadster pic - who has the new Minichamps Voisin? by Karl Schnelle #15887.1.1

Mine is on the way from Legacy! (EOM) by Harvey Goranson #15887.1.1.1

Due here tomorrow. (EOM) by John Rafert #15887.1.1.2

Hi Karl, I got mine several weeks ago. I need to do a brief review for TDM. (EOM) by Dick Browne #15887.1.1.3

Sharon Toy Co. by Allen Ours #15886

Hi Allen- Great finds! The short-lived Sharon is rarely remembered today. (pic) Here's mine: by David Holcombe #15886.1

Thanks for this information Allen and David - never heard of this .... by Chris Sweetman #15886.1.1

Chris, the cast uluminum chassis is held at the rear by the etension of the two by David Holcombe #15886.1.1.1

Sharon Toys by Allen Ours #15886.1.1.1.1

You're correct, Allen. It was Hubley. Please forgive my faulty memory. Dave Leopard by David Holcombe #15886.1.1.1.1.1

Sharon Toys by Allen Ours #15886.1.1.1.1.1.1

Email me the photos and I will post them! I would love to see them. [email] by Karl Schnelle #15886.2

EMU history from their 2007 Crossroads Magazine... by Karl Schnelle #15886.3

Ten photos from Allen... by Karl Schnelle #15886.4

Great! I've never seen a couple of these. Here's the list from O'Brien's 10th : by David Holcombe #15886.4.1

PICS: As Mae West once said, "Too much of a good thing is not enough." by David Knight #15885

Great! Here's that oddball cousin from Brazil. (pic) by David Holcombe #15885.1

Thanks, David, for posting that "Oddball Cousin" from Brazil. by David Knight #15885.1.1

A little more information I bumped into just yesterday. (pic) by David Holcombe #15885.1.1.1

That's an interesting picture, David, and indicates that there still by David Knight #15885.1.1.1.1

Two Aero Willys will be released in the Brazilian collection. by Sergio Luis Santos #15885.1.1.1.1.1

While the Brazilian Willys products are most interesting, it's that rounded Aero of 1952-55 that by David Holcombe #15885.1.1.1.1.1.1

Truscott Estate by Al Stack #15884

Despite what you read in the BCC magazine, Roger told me otherwise, by Dick Browne #15884.1

Oh boy! One can't believe anything these days. by Al Stack #15884.1.1

It was a good thought Al, I have emailed Roger to make sure that's still the plan. by Dick Browne #15884.1.1.1

Al, I just heard back from Roger and the models are enroute to England. (EOM) by Dick Browne #15884.1.1.1.1

When if ever did a Brooklin retail for $40.00 in the U,S. ? by Bob Kleven #15883

Brooklin early retail prices by Al Stack #15883.1

Originally I bought direct from John Hall at $19.95. by Harvey Goranson #15883.1.1

Sinclair got me for the "extra" $9 bucks. by Al Stack #15883.1.1.1

Much more. (EOM) by Shel Platt #15883.1.1.1.1

Bought my first Brooklin in 1987 for about $40; the metallic green 1953 Buick Skylark (EOM) by Lawrence Kalfayan #15883.1.2

I bought my first Brooklin from John Hall in May 1974, the resin Pierce Arrow for $17. by Peter Foss #15883.2

My first Brooklin was the '49 Buick Sedanet. It cost $35 by David Knight #15883.3

Original Brooklin leaflet catalogue with $19.99 (PIC) by Albert Kopans #15883.4

Seeing the progress on Brooklin 188 made my day! by Curtis Parisi #15882

The green car in your pics works for me. by David Crowe #15882.1

Moi aussi. Looks like the color of the early Brooklin ModeleX releases. (EOM) by Thomas Kinney #15882.1.1

Agree here Tom - a perfect match and let us hope there is a spare tin or two left in ModeleX green. (EOM) by Chris Sweetman #15882.1.1.1

You guys are right! ModeleX green it is! (EOM) by David Crowe #15882.1.1.2

The white one shows well with the wood. (EOM) by Joe Libricz #15882.2

Hopefully it will be well received. by John Roberts #15882.3

I remember a brand new bright red wagon like this,complete with the wood, in by David Holcombe #15882.4

I like the red too and remember when I was a kid riding to summer day camp by David Knight #15882.4.1

Really nice ! A '54 Mercury wagon in any color is beautiful. (EOM) by Mike DeTorrice #15882.5

The Mercury Wagon will be red with a red and white interior. by John Roberts #15882.5.1

I'd just signed off from my last post then by Mike Coupe #15881

That one is truly spectacular! Pre-ordering from Dominionmodels.com right now!! by Thomas Kinney #15881.1

That thing is HUGE! by David Crowe #15881.2

The suggestion to make this model came from Tom McPherson. by John Roberts #15881.2.1

(PIC) And a photo of the 1:1... by Lloyd Mecca #15881.3

More new colours from Brooklin by Mike Coupe #15880

That does it...I'm going to have to find a job. by Rick Thompson #15880.1

Great news. Thank you, for the info, Mike. (EOM) by Michel Lemieux #15880.1.1

Hopefully Lowe's is. They owe you after diverting precious 1:43 funds there for a 1:1 dishwasher. (EOM) by Thomas Kinney #15880.1.2

Hey, you're right! That was five Brooklins up in smoke! (EOM) by Rick Thompson #15880.1.2.1

Dick Browne please send me an email. (EOM) by Gianluigi Cappi #15879

OK, found your address, I have sent an email to you. (EOM) by Dick Browne #15879.2

Computer is fixed, pictures are back, and here's some fun! (pic) by David Holcombe #15878

Great post - thanks! saw this earlier Austin just last Saturday at the track [pic] by Karl Schnelle #15878.1

I need some help getting a hood ornament and aerial by Bob Kleven #15877

Bob, who is the manufacturer? Is it Premium X (IXO)? (EOM) by David Knight #15877.1

My bad. It is Premium X. No wonder that girl at AE was puzzled. (EOM) by Bob Kleven #15877.1.1

Bob, the Premium X website has a "Contact Us" option by David Knight #15877.1.1.1

Over at the Lounge, Ken Smith has posted a couple of photos by Rick Thompson #15876

Wasn't it done before as a derivation of the 43rd Avenue units? (EOM) by Thomas Kinney #15876.1

Yes, Boss models did the 1970 AMX Javelin. Route 66 has both. (EOM) by Randy Bahler #15876.1.1

Not interested in the Javelin; they are completely different by Rick Thompson #15876.1.1.1

Pics: Tom is right, Boss did the Javelin and TFA did the AMX by John Kuvakas #15876.1.1.1.1

That AMX looks familiar, albeit mine is the Big Bad Blue version. Nice model! (EOM) by John-William Greenbaum #15876.1.1.1.1.1

Yes, I have the Boss Models... by Peter Tait #15876.1.1.2

PICS, Mustangs and a Old Mercury model. by Randy Bahler #15875

So, the Comet is a Milestone? by Peter Tait #15875.1

Peter, Yes it is Milestone Miniatures 43rd Avenue series. (EOM) by Randy Bahler #15875.1.1

Thanks, Randy. My first new car was a '67 Comet 2-door hardtop very similar by David Holcombe #15875.2

Lounge Monitort Appointed by Jay Olins #15874

Congrats, JK! Can't think of a wittier or more qualified person to do it! (EOM) by Rick Thompson #15874.1

I think the good pastor is going to have his hands full. (EOM) by Bob Jackman #15874.2

No doubt, Bob, but I'm sure (sorta) that he can shepherd by Rick Thompson #15874.2.1

Movin on up the ranks...pretty soon he'll snag a Moderator throne... by Thomas Kinney #15874.3

Thanks Rick and Bob! (EOM) by John Kuvakas #15874.4

You're welcome, too. (EOM) by Thomas Kinney #15874.4.1

Congrats John! (EOM) by Jeffery Lane #15874.5

Bob Kleven please send me an email. (EOM) by Shel Platt #15873

Automodello Bricklin Tribute Edition signed by Malcolm Bricklin by Jim Cowen #15872

Congrats to you, Jim for getting Mr. Bricklin's signature - a nice touch (EOM) by Randall Olson #15872.1

To Malcolm's credit, fastest turnaround on a signed edition by a signer to date (EOM) by Jim Cowen #15872.1.1

Wow! What an awesome accomplishment. Time to call Howard LeVine 'it's French!' to snag one! (EOM) by Thomas Kinney #15872.2

Strange - I actually bought a Bricklin from Howie 2 years ago. (EOM) by Harvey Goranson #15872.2.1

Carros Inesquecíveis do Brasil collection has grown. by Sergio Luis Santos #15871

Looks terrific! Just one question... by John-William Greenbaum #15871.1

Fiat Panorama. There is a mistake. by Sergio Luis Santos #15871.1.1

The list could be tentative. After all, the original list was in somewhat of an odd order... by John-William Greenbaum #15871.1.1.1

How do I get lucky #13? any good sources for just one or two? (EOM) by Karl Schnelle #15871.1.1.2

There might be one on eBay. Not sure. I got lucky and a friend subscribed for me... by John-William Greenbaum #15871.1.1.2.1

Some interesting Ford & GM releases by Andrew Davies #15871.2

Number 28 Simca Esplanada for the 2012 series. by Sergio Luis Santos #15871.2.1

I'd also be surprised if the Chevy Amazonas and Ford F-75 don't sell really well... by John-William Greenbaum #15871.2.2

Simca Jangada has a different rear from Marly. by Sergio Luis Santos #15871.2.2.1

Looking at the pics, yes, they're quite different. Here's hoping they get it right! by John-William Greenbaum #15871.2.2.1.1

Spending sometime educating myself on vehicles from.... by Peter Tait #15871.3

Auction bidding suggestion by John Rafert #15870

That's exactly how the Zone auctions work. (EOM) by John Kuvakas #15870.1

It does? Since when? (EOM) by Dick Browne #15870.1.1

It's been there for quite some time. Check the "Auction Features" page... by John Kuvakas #15870.1.1.1

Hmm a great feature .... so why bother with an end time? by Chris Sweetman #15870.1.1.1.1

Sure....says the guy lucky enough to attend toy swapmeets every weekend! :-) (EOM) by Harvey Goranson #15870.1.1.1.1.1

Harv, I wish I was that lucky! Money and room are constraints here. (EOM) by Chris Sweetman #15870.1.1.1.1.1.1

It's definitely possible. While I do like the suggestion (a lot)-will it really achieve the intended by Thomas Kinney #15870.3

I am not familiar with that. by John Rafert #15870.3.1

John - As a longtime ebay seller, I love your idea! Like by Ken Smith #15870.3.1.1

Agreed.... by John Rafert #15870.3.1.1.1

For the buyer, I think eBay is fine, as is... by Joe Hohmann #15870.4

Agree here Joe - last second bidding also occurs ..... by Chris Sweetman #15870.4.1

Sniping is sneaky, below board and piggish. Why cower behind a timing module? Cuz you want to beat by Thomas Kinney #15870.4.2

You can get the "last laugh" on a last-second bidder, by Joe Hohmann #15870.4.2.1

Exactly right. But the frustration is THINKING you'll get a bargain, by Harvey Goranson #15870.4.2.1.1

A lot may depend on timing and luck. Search the by Joe Hohmann #15870.4.2.1.1.1

Check out this hot Packard on ebay 221225453352 (EOM) by Bob Kleven #15869

Picture by graham price #15869.1

That price is getting a bit high for a non-classic (CCCA) Packard. (EOM) by Dick Browne #15869.2

Perhaps the dealer is trying to increase the Packard's price through by David Holcombe #15869.2.1

PIC: One more Ghia and the Radford Rolls Royce without sun roof (for Graeme)... by Christoph Baum #15868

WHAT? They've done the Radford without the sunroof? by Graeme Ogg #15868.1

Sounds like a great way to enjoy your holiday, Graeme! Have fun. (EOM) by David Knight #15868.1.1

Shouldn't someone warn the Scotts? (EOM) by John Kuvakas #15868.1.2

It's OK JK, Graeme is a Scot! (EOM) by John Roberts #15868.1.2.1

Please pardon my extraneous "t" (EOM) by John Kuvakas #15868.1.2.1.1

What's an ext...extra...an added 'T' between friends? (EOM) by John Roberts #15868.1.2.1.1.1

Cataloging.......... by Peter Tait #15867

Or you could use a laptop and Excel (EOM) by Harvey Goranson #15867.1

Very true, Harv but...... by Peter Tait #15867.1.1

Everyone - backup your catalogs NOW! If you don't do auto-backups... (EOM) by Karl Schnelle #15867.2

Do not adjust your sets. Yes, it really is this bland. by David Crowe #15866

Great post!! Could you do a wheel swap on those two? That might help! :-) (EOM) by Karl Schnelle #15866.1

Hey - that's Randy's job! (EOM) by Harvey Goranson #15866.1.1

I really like the Airflow! (EOM) by David Holcombe #15866.2

I also have the ZIL-4102 Okean. Pretty good model of a horribly ugly car. by John-William Greenbaum #15866.3

Yes, bigger tires and adjusted track are needed. The jury is out on whitewalls, though... (EOM) by David Crowe #15866.3.1

The photo of the Casino Beige Buick wagon on Bob Hooper's by Rick Thompson #15865

(Pic) Looks almost White on some pictures with too much clarty. by Michel Lemieux #15865.1

Best picture? On Bob's website??...now that's an oxymoron!! (EOM) by Thomas Kinney #15865.2

I concur with Rick regarding Bob Hooper's picture of the Buick wagon. (EOM) by David Knight #15865.3

duplicate message deleted (EOM) by David Knight #15865.4

Has the forum changed its picture process? I can't upload. (EOM) by David Holcombe #15864

Pic: As far as I can tell, nothing had changed by John Kuvakas #15864.1

You were likely successful, John, because you forgot to include little painted figurines! (EOM) by Thomas Kinney #15864.1.1

Some things definitely don't change, John! (EOM) by Paul Rouffa #15864.1.2

Just when I was beginning to experience separation anxiety from that '59 Chevrolet wagon by David Knight #15864.1.3

Pic: Yup, the system still works. by David Knight #15864.2

Yep, I can post but it seems to distort my photos somehow? -pic by Karl Schnelle #15864.2.1

I just posted OK - try rebooting. That was a problem I had once. (EOM) by Harvey Goranson #15864.3

Twins: Sports Cars and Coupes by Peter Foss #15863

There must be some from the Japanese 1/43 makers - never seen them though... (EOM) by Karl Schnelle #15863.1

I've seen the Toyota in e-bay China stores. PremiumX is going to have it soon. by Dave Hosea #15863.2

I drive my 2000 Miata daily to work, it's about to hit 118K. by Harvey Goranson #15863.2.1

I have an Autoart Copper Red 2006 Miata with RHD, must have been made for Japan. by Dick Browne #15863.2.1.1

I have a red '90 Miata in 1:43 made in the early 90's by Century Models (EOM) by Thomas Kinney #15863.2.2

Ebbro and J Collection made the Toyota (Scion) and Subaru. Mazda- Ebbro. (EOM) by Albert Kopans #15863.3

PIC Scoobie-dooooooo....................... by Chris Sweetman #15863.4

Anyone have a Faller VW 1200 Beetle? I've never seen one. (EOM) by Dick Browne #15862

Dick, there's one pictured on ENTL Diecast in that Robin's Egg Blue by David Knight #15862.1

Where do I find ENTL Diecast? I googled and got nothing. (EOM) by Dick Browne #15862.1.1

I couldn't find it again, but I swear it was there. But then, I Googled by David Knight #15862.1.1.1

two for sale (1 sold): http://www.etnl-diecast.com/volkswagen.htm pic by Karl Schnelle #15862.2

Aha! ETNL not ENTL, thanks Karl. I think I'll stick with Faller Mercedes. (EOM) by Dick Browne #15862.2.1

Sorry 'bout that, Dick, had the right letters, just the wrong sequence! (EOM) by David Knight #15862.2.1.1

And now for something completely different-flower power from 1963: old 230SL blue over white pic by Karl Schnelle #15861

That blue is a very nice color for the Mercedes and those by Mike DeTorrice #15861.1

Hong Kong dealer now has a 1990 Town Car by Neo. by Albert Kopans #15860

If the pic represents the actual model, it is a 1993 or 1994 Town Car. by David Crowe #15860.1

The Neo is being described as a 1990 model. The GLM is officially labelled as a '97 by Graeme Ogg #15860.2

Brooklin '54 Buick wagon by Wayne E. Moyer #15859

Wayne, there's a Casino Beige with a white top pictured on the web by David Knight #15859.1

Thank you for pointing this site with many photos of the Buick by Michel Lemieux #15859.1.1

Michel, you are correct about the Handyman paint sceme. by David Knight #15859.1.1.1

Always wondered if the USA Model 1954 Chevy Bel Air by Michel Lemieux #15859.1.1.1.1

Michel, the USA model '54 Chevrolet had the same issue with the two-tone paint scheme. by David Knight #15859.1.1.1.1.1

That's correct. I went back, looked at my grandfather's car ('54 Chevy 210) and... by John-William Greenbaum #15859.1.1.1.1.1.1

I think that this has been established beyond doubt, for anyone interested. by Rick Thompson #15859.1.1.1.1.1.1.1

I will have no problems to pay a little extra by Michel Lemieux #15859.1.1.1.1.1.1.1.1

Can you email me John William? by John Roberts #15859.1.1.1.1.1.1.2

The USA model has a split casting. The roof is a seperate by John Roberts #15859.1.1.1.1.1.2

I think that's a Century by Wayne E. Moyer #15859.1.2

And I can't wait to get mine! (EOM) by David Knight #15859.1.2.1

After a long deliberation combined with Dad's love of '54 GM products and station wagons... by John-William Greenbaum #15859.2

Brooklin does have by Wayne E. Moyer #15859.2.1

(PICS) Volkswagen T2 (second series of transporters) in a variety of scales by Clifford Read #15858

PICS: Clifford, those are great! The VW T2 Bay Window transporters by David Knight #15858.1

Yes, some are now made in Chattanooga, y'all! by Harvey Goranson #15858.1.1

Thanks for posting Clifford. I'm glad to see they're all early Bays by John Roberts #15858.2

Very nice Clifford ... now for one where the sliding door is on the proper side ......... by Chris Sweetman #15858.3

PIC what might have been ............... by Chris Sweetman #15858.4

Much prefer the proper one Chris! The real one has more character by John Roberts #15858.4.1

The GLM website is now listed on the 1/43 Maker's List on Car List & Reviews. (EOM) by Dick Browne #15857

Does anyone know what happened to Marcel Brossi and karmodels.com from Montreal? by Albert Kopans #15856

Albert, The website is down but his phone still works. (EOM) by Shel Platt #15856.1

A couple of wrong cars in movie "Great Gatsby" (pic) by David Holcombe #15855

I have not seen the movie so I had to look around... by Karl Schnelle #15855.1

That's nothing. I had a girlfriend who was really into Bollywood films and... by John-William Greenbaum #15855.1.1

I always knew there were varying degrees of nerd-ism by Graeme Ogg #15855.1.1.1

Not once, not twice, but four whole times, Graeme! ;-) by John-William Greenbaum #15855.1.1.1.1

We'd better not pursue this conversation. We might be told to retire to The Lounge. (EOM) by Graeme Ogg #15855.1.1.1.1.1

Indeed...but perhaps a model of one of the aforementioned cars is in order! by John-William Greenbaum #15855.1.1.1.1.1.1

David, is that Duesenberg by Rio? (EOM) by Frank Racibozynski #15855.2

Yes. Sorry, I should have identified the models. The Auburn is by Western Models. (EOM) by David Holcombe #15855.2.1

Thank you. Believe it or not, I have never seen that Duesey in blue, but am going to track one down. (EOM) by Frank Racibozynski #15855.2.1.1

I've got one too Frank. The t/u was originally issued in blue, the t/d in gray. (EOM) by Harvey Goranson #15855.2.1.1.1

A blue top up phaeton is on its way to replace my tan T/D phaeton. (EOM) by Frank Racibozynski #15855.2.1.1.1.1

ZONE NEWS… Prime Diecast Models Still Available on *MOM APPROVED* Legacy Super Sale #15854

Someone should do one of these in 1/43 - would by Ken Smith #15853

Del Prado did a 1950 Dodge PW in diecast. with a Fire Service livery. by Dick Browne #15853.1

Happy Mothers Day! by Dick Browne #15852

Thanks Dick and " Thanks Mother Russia" ! (EOM) by Mikhail Bashmashnikov #15852.1

Mothers' Day by Al Stack #15852.2

It´s today in Brasil. (EOM) by Sergio Luis Santos #15852.2.1

In other places it was celebrated on 10th March. (EOM) by Chris Sweetman #15852.2.1.1

This week's photos on the Brooklin home page did it again! There by David Holcombe #15851

1985 IROC-Z Camaro by Western by Frank Gioia #15850

Looks great, Frank. Like you, sometimes I find something out of my usual field and just by David Holcombe #15850.1

Frank do you have a 69 Yenko? by Shel Platt #15850.2

Not yet, but I would like to... by Frank Gioia #15850.2.1

GMP made excellent Yenko Novas in 1:43rd, complete with engine by Rick Thompson #15850.2.1.1

“Stock” versions are excellent but one needs to watch out for crazed decals. (EOM) by Chris Sweetman #15850.2.1.1.1

Oops, sorry. Didn't stop to think that Shel was talking about YSC Camaros. by Rick Thompson #15850.2.1.1.2

Just briefly, I also have one of the GMP Yenko Deuces. Nice model, nice hood shutlines! (EOM) by John-William Greenbaum #15850.2.1.1.3

The Yenko SC by Proscale is far superior. (EOM) by Shel Platt #15850.2.1.2

Jim Hardin did Yenkos? Had no idea, makes perfect sense. I have his 67 & 69 Pace Cars. Nice guy. (EOM) by Thomas Kinney #15850.2.1.2.1

The YenkoSC was part of the Camaro line he issued. (EOM) by Shel Platt #15850.2.1.2.1.1

Wow- we have the same model, Frank! Now you need the Smokey & Bandit T/A to accompany the IROC. (EOM) by Thomas Kinney #15850.3

Like this Western--pic by Ed Lockyer #15850.3.1

SPECIAL OFFER - Brooklin Illustrated Collectors Guide by Gianluigi Cappi #15849

CIJ: I got this off the Web but I don't know where or when. by Peter Foss #15848

1967 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham by Robert Hazlitt #15847

That's what Premium X calls theirs. (EOM) by Bob Kleven #15847.1

As you infer Bob, the Premium X 1967 is a1966 (pic) by Ed Lockyer #15847.1.1

1967 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham by Robert Hazlitt #15847.1.1.1

ZONE NEWS… *Mother Approved* Clearance SALE going on now at Legacy Motors #15846

Neo's Dodge Dart - what does it depict? by Albert Kopans #15845

Albert - a few answers by Randall Olson #15845.1

Thanks, Randy! by Albert Kopans #15845.1.1

There were no swinger 2 door sedans, All were hardtops with no post. by Shel Platt #15845.1.1.1

Thanks, Shel! I incorrectly referred to it as a sedan. It's 1AM after all :) (EOM) by Albert Kopans #15845.1.1.1.1

Albert, forget Wiki, go to www.oldcarbrochures.com. It's part of the Old Car Manual Project websites by Frank Racibozynski #15845.2

IMO true muscle cars ended in 1972 (EOM) by Frank Gioia #15845.3

I'll go you one year further and say it was 1971. 1972 emissions requirements really stumped Detroit by Frank Racibozynski #15845.3.1

Yes Frank, but in 1968 the BIG three lowered ... by Frank Gioia #15845.3.1.1

Check out the sale in the clearance center.... by Rusty Hurley #15844

There are some great deals on a number of 1/43s listed there. It's worth checking out. (EOM) by John Kuvakas #15844.1

Re 15797,your quite right Chris.The model is on its way to Germany as suggested by the dealer. by Ed Lockyer #15843

Ed, I am sorry that the model isn’t right and I am sure .... by Chris Sweetman #15843.1

Sorry you had the problem Ed, glad it's getting fixed. A few comments re:photo-etch. by John Kuvakas #15843.2

John, the price point of NEO and Spark in the UK has now ...... by Chris Sweetman #15843.2.1

I realize not all people see the value here nor do they enjoy dealing with these problems. by John Kuvakas #15843.2.1.1

I have about 30 NEO models now. I have only had probelms with 1 model............ by Randy Bahler #15843.2.1.1.1

PS. When I buy Neo models and pay for them I always send a note............ by Randy Bahler #15843.2.1.1.1.1

What did it cost to send back to Germany? And are they reimbursing? by Harvey Goranson #15843.2.1.1.1.1.1

Yes,the dealer agreed to pay return postage(£6,40) .I have managed to by Ed Lockyer #15843.2.1.1.1.1.1.1

New manufacturer of 1/43 resin cars by Albert Kopans #15842

Can we get more information or pictures or the manufacturer? (EOM) by Mark Millar #15842.1

I only found this article on the web. by Albert Kopans #15842.1.1

I look forward to the NYPD '77 Pontiac. The NYPD still has one of these for PR! by John-William Greenbaum #15842.1.1.1

Buick GN is something I want! (EOM) by Albert Kopans #15842.1.1.1.1

Wouldn't the '77 Poncho also be a correct candidate for Sheriff Buford T. Justice's car? by Thomas Kinney #15842.1.1.1.2

I'll take mine with the roof intact, thanks. by David Crowe #15842.1.1.1.2.1

So do I, but much comedic value IMHO was from them driving all over after the roof was 'removed' (EOM) by Thomas Kinney #15842.1.1.1.2.1.1

Junior holding the evidence (driver's door) was pretty good, too. (EOM) by David Crowe #15842.1.1.1.2.1.1.1

Thanks for this info, Albert. Please keep us up-dated, for I see some of interest. (EOM) by David Holcombe #15842.2

(PIC) Here are three of my favorite American personal luxury cars by Marshall Buck #15841

I agree with your wants. I think the Riv in Black is outstanding. (EOM) by Mark Millar #15841.1

Marshal, very nice and I agree 1:43rd scale PLC’s from ... by Chris Sweetman #15841.2

Nice pic! (EOM) by Christopher Moroni #15841.3

Hello, all - Does anyone here have a photograph of the Corgi "Black Beauty"?... by Joe Kelly, Jr. #15840

Many pictures on eBay, perhaps a seller could help you out with a better resolution picture. (EOM) by Dick Browne #15840.1

Just e-mailed you Joe. (EOM) by Chris Sweetman #15840.2

Sure, Joe, was my first thought. So I found my old Corgi and took (pic) by David Holcombe #15840.3

Hi, all - THANK YOU so much for your help. David, that looks... by Joe Kelly, Jr. #15840.3.1

PICS Here is some further Faller information. by Dick Browne #15839

Thanks - Dad is into HO scale German trains, so he has many Faller kits on his setup (all buildings) (EOM) by Karl Schnelle #15839.1

Also have some Faller kits and find they're spectacular. (EOM) by John-William Greenbaum #15839.1.1

I don't think I ever saw any of these. They look great. by Peter Foss #15839.2

New GLM 1975 Continentals on ebay by David Crowe #15838

David, Says available 5/28/2013. (EOM) by Randy Bahler #15838.1

Those are really great models. Available in black and white. eBay photos don't do them justice (EOM) by Brad Gorman #15838.2

You have one, BG? How about actual pix? You do own a 1:1 MDX, after all... (EOM) by Thomas Kinney #15838.2.1

What does GLM stand for? (EOM) by Peter Foss #15838.3

Great Lightning Models (EOM) by Lloyd Mecca #15838.3.1

Anyone know if there will be a dealer in the US? Don't want to order by Douglas Ford #15838.4

Ordering from China (this particular vendor) is really not a problem. (EOM) by Lloyd Mecca #15838.4.1

I've been waiting for months for a 94 Caddy from Gary's models in China. (EOM) by Douglas Ford #15838.4.1.1

The problem was that by Jean Philippe Sergent #15838.4.1.1.1

Well, I just ordered this white Lincoln. Let's see how many months it takes to get here, If ever . (EOM) by Douglas Ford #15838.4.1.1.1.1

Bet on ever, I have had several longish waits from HK dealers but never been let down. by Dick Browne #15838.4.1.1.1.1.1

Good to hear. (EOM) by Douglas Ford #15838.4.1.1.1.1.1.1

Same as the Neo-version ? by Joop Gisbers #15838.4.1.1.1.1.1.1.1

Similar, but different year model. Front ensemble is different. (EOM) by David Crowe #15838.4.1.1.1.1.1.1.1.1

Long delay on GLM caddys by Bob Azman #15838.5

Bob, are you going to be selling GLM's? (EOM) by Douglas Ford #15838.5.1

Perhaps, if I ever get them in! by Bob Azman #15838.5.1.1

Buick? What Buick? (EOM) by David Crowe #15838.5.1.1.1

Oops - mixed up my car manufacturers by Bob Azman #15838.5.1.1.1.1

(PIC) 1976 Cadillac coupe Deville by Jean Philippe Sergent #15837

That's one beautiful car, Jean Phillipe. I always thought Cadillacs looked sharp in a pale yellow. by David Knight #15837.1

Thank you David ! It reminds me by Jean Philippe Sergent #15837.1.1

I wish Cadillac still offered that color for its 2013 models. (EOM) by David Knight #15837.1.1.1

A great color combo on this exquisite full-size Cadillac ! (EOM) by Mike DeTorrice #15837.2

I have the brown version--one of my favorite models, by Mark Lampariello #15837.3

That was always my favorite color on any Cadillac - or any other car, for that matter. Looks great! (EOM) by Duncan Pohl #15837.4

Sold! (EOM) by Bob Azman #15837.5

PICS: It's a rainy day in Richmond VA and I can't wait for summer on the Vineyard. by David Knight #15836

Hi David, I presume that's a Faller, a very neat model by Dick Browne #15836.1

PICS: Actually, Dick, it's a Minichamps. I also have it in silver metallic with a black interior. by David Knight #15836.1.1

PIC: And just one more of the Mercedes Cabriolet showing more of that MB Tex leather interior! by David Knight #15836.1.1.1

Oops, I missed the O/S mirror, none on the Fallers. by Dick Browne #15836.1.1.2

Dick - Didn't the Faller models have opening parts? (EOM) by Harvey Goranson #15836.1.1.2.1

Yes, the doors and hood (motor was there). by Dick Browne #15836.1.1.2.1.1

I just checked eBay & there were several, including the white convertible with red interior. by Dick Browne #15836.1.1.2.1.1.1

Faller’s slot system was AMS ................ by Chris Sweetman #15836.1.1.2.1.1.1.1

Just catching up on my reading, here is a JRD for David by Karl Schnelle #15835

A beautiful old toy Karl! Quite a find even back then. by Harvey Goranson #15835.1

CIJ were also reissued by Norev, so be careful! JRD was announced as well but... -link- by Karl Schnelle #15835.1.1

Thank you, Karl. My truck is now in the process of restoration, Pictures when completed. (EOM) by David Holcombe #15835.2

The Internet has the following info on JRD: by Peter Foss #15835.3

What a wonderful model Karl. Must look out for JRD at the next toy fair. by Chris Sweetman #15835.4

Premium X website by Jay Golan #15834

That Minichamps Bentley again by Graeme Ogg #15833

I appreciate the review, Graeme...still holding out for the Rolls, but... by John-William Greenbaum #15833.1

New 1/43-scale 1959 Pontiac Bonneville Vista models (PIC) by Brian Laurance #15832

That's a stunner ! (EOM) by Mike DeTorrice #15832.1

What a beauty! What about that Valiant wagon in the background? (EOM) by David Knight #15832.2

The 60 Valiant wagon is available in white, Valiant Red & Spring Green. I liked the green, Judith by Thomas Kinney #15832.2.1

Nice 1959 paint choices! Watch and learn, Neo. (EOM) by Mark Lampariello #15832.3

Beautiful and very attractive. A good companion for the Buick Electra by Michel Lemieux #15832.3.1

You're welcome, Michel. I can't wait to get one of these! (EOM) by Brian Laurance #15832.3.1.1

PICS: PremiumX '89 Jeep Wagonneer by David Knight #15831

Good comparison, David. And they look great parked in front of your house. (EOM) by David Holcombe #15831.1

Thanks, David. It's our wonderful world of make believe that we on this Forum enjoy by David Knight #15831.1.1

Looks like they had a problem with "Allterrain" on the tires, too, David! by Rick Thompson #15831.2

You're right! It reads Allteruin. Bizarre. Wonder why. by David Knight #15831.2.1

Thanks for the great pictures and comparison. I have the green by Bob Jackman #15831.3

They certainly got the wood trim correct. by Graeme Ogg #15831.3.1

Actually, Graeme, it is quite visible in reality. There is a definiete groove. by David Knight #15831.3.1.1

Those ol' Jeeps are blocking the view of a GREAT model house! (EOM) by David Crowe #15831.4

David, for you, the house! by David Knight #15831.4.1

Oh wow! Thanks, David. I'll send my shipping address ;) by David Crowe #15831.4.1.1

I built this house when we lived in church owned rectories and I had a desire since I was a kid by David Knight #15831.4.1.1.1

Randy Olson, I have sent you two emails and neither one went through. by Dick Browne #15830

Thanks, Dick. I tried emailing you too, did you get mine? by Randall Olson #15830.1

No, I did not receive an email from you. There is no reason it would be blocked. by Dick Browne #15830.1.1

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