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One more today by John Shamblin #54174

Very nice. I opted for the DM '56 Desoto though. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54174.1

Billy, this one? by John Shamblin #54174.1.1

I like that one too; but, mine is the lavendar / plum version. by Billy Collins #54174.1.1.1

On my shelf.. very impressive details!! (EOM) by William McElfresh #54174.2

Have it in black/tan. Love it. (EOM) by Brian Cox #54174.3

Catching up by John Shamblin #54173

Goodness me. That is the quality image I would like my various pieces by Bruce Gibbins #54173.1

Thanks by John Shamblin #54173.1.1

A gem in my collection. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54173.2

Sitting on my desk in my office. by Robert Bolin #54172

Sorry about the size. I forgot the phone camera has a super high resolution. (EOM) by Robert Bolin #54172.1

Robert, to correct the image size ... by Chav Popov #54172.1.1

I had never noticed the edit button before. by Robert Bolin #54172.1.1.1

It only cost me $45 so no big loss if I destroy it. by Robert Bolin #54172.1.1.2

well, first 2 steps are ... by Chav Popov #54172.1.1.2.1

Here is George's article ... by Chav Popov #54172.1.1.2.1.1

Thanks! (EOM) by Robert Bolin #54172.1.1.2.1.1.1

Did you have permission to post this article? by George Bojaciuk #54172.1.1.2.1.1.2

I generally use acrylics with a ventilated hobby paint booth. by Robert Bolin #54172.1.1.2.1.1.2.1

Forgive me George. by Chav Popov #54172.1.1.2.1.1.2.2

The Aston is a nice model and repainting it is possible. A year ago I had no experience by Bruce Gibbins #54172.2

I may hold off until completing a couple white metal kits. by Robert Bolin #54172.2.1

ZONE AUCTION HOT TIPS… Auction Closing Today #54171

PICs - Daily Dose of Diecast...Tuesday by John Merritt #54170

Extremely sharp / great color-combo / outstanding pics. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54170.1

Love the colors on this one.....great pics too. (EOM) by John Bono #54170.2

+1 (EOM) by Tim Kubiak #54170.2.1

Truck envy by John Shamblin #54170.3

Nice One John by David Trask #54170.4

'69 Trans Am by John Shamblin #54169

Very nice ... Some how ... I missed that one ...ummmmm!!! (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54169.1

Bought this one when it came out. Love it! (EOM) by Rick Scoville #54169.2

Rick ... Do you "really" need to rub it in ?? .... LOL ... LOL ... LOL (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54169.2.1

I did as well Dennis so that’s TWO rubs lololol (EOM) by Phil Realmuto #54169.2.1.1

Dohhhh !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ... " I'm going back to Moe's " (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54169.2.1.1.1

One of my favorite models. Anyone without this model can't call himself a collector. by Bob Jackman #54169.2.1.1.1.1

He shoots, he scores. Big rub, Dennis. Big rub. The trifecta of rubs. (EOM) by Rick Scoville #54169.2.1.1.1.1.1

NOOOOOOOOOO !!!!!! ... hanging & shaking my head .... " Nothing but Net " (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54169.2.1.1.1.1.1.1

OMG ... ROTFLMAO !!!!!! ... I deserve that (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54169.2.1.1.1.1.2

Nice one. I wasted no time adding this one when issued. (EOM) by John Merritt #54169.3

Have it, love it, seems to fly under the radar but is extremely well done. (EOM) by Gene Mills #54169.4

Does anybody have an interest ...... by Dennis Mong #54168

Holiday Pic by Robert Enos #54167

Love me some Corvettes (EOM) by John Shamblin #54167.1

I am all over " Blue " (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54167.1.1

I’m going to throw out an idea... by George Bojaciuk #54166

An embedded NFC tag under the floor board would be sufficient for the hardware. (EOM) by Robert Bolin #54166.1

I can see your logic. Kids aren't going to the magazine rack at the store ... by Billy Collins #54166.2

Sponsors could offer race tickets to enhance the experience further. by George Bojaciuk #54166.2.1

PICs - Daily Dose of Diecast... Monday by John Merritt #54165

John - Do you have / use a special pavement looking material U use when shooting diecast cars ? (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54165.1

Yes I do. In these its just a white foam baord and a piece of glass. by John Merritt #54165.1.1

Thanks for the ideas John (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54165.1.1.1

'35 have always been a GR8T looking truck - GR8T pix (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54165.2

Another pretty little pickup / outstanding pics. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54165.3

+1 (EOM) by John Bono #54165.3.1

Nice one by John Shamblin #54165.4

If you were to stalk the hallowed halls of ebay, John, you will usually find several listed by Bruce Gibbins #54165.4.1

ZONE AUCTION HOT TIPS… Auctions Closing Today #54164

PICs - Worked on a few changes on a few cars this morning. Not finished on all but getting there. by Hollis Cornell #54163

*** NICE *** All Mods are very tasty - I enjoy your handi work (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54163.1

Love the 40 Ford! (EOM) by Tim Kubiak #54163.2

Good stuff. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54163.3

Are they all road legal? (EOM) by Bruce Gibbins #54163.4

Looking good. (EOM) by Evan Morgan #54163.5

Nice work by John Shamblin #54163.6

ZONE AUCTION HOT TIPS… Auctions Closing Today #54162

PICs - Daily Dose of Diecast... Sunday by John Merritt #54161

Sweet little pickup / outstanding pics. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54161.1

I like this little guy - What a great way to start my lazy Sunday - Thanks John (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54161.2

Excellent colors. A tough one to find now. (EOM) by Tim Kubiak #54161.3

I debated getting this, I didn't, wish I had, yes very rare now (EOM) by Chris Nickelsen #54161.4

Very nice and great pics too! (EOM) by John Bono #54161.5

Hollis question for you.....is that Sublime Cuda below the FM Wa lmart issue that was modified? by Phil Realmuto #54160

PICs - Phil, Yes it is. Removed the windshield & replaced with the top from a Purple car. Don't by Hollis Cornell #54160.1

Very cool!!! Thanks :) by Phil Realmuto #54160.1.1

Dennis - To answer your question on your post 54151.5.1.2... by Joe Malaney #54159

Thanks Joe - And trust me ... 1 Day - 1 Day I will make it down there (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54159.1

Joe by David Trask #54159.2

Do I smell a convergence about to happen ? ..... by Dennis Mong #54159.2.1

Pics. Talking about modern cars...2017 Cadillac Escalade. by Jean Philippe Sergent #54158

I like that. I need to find one of those. (EOM) by John Merritt #54158.1

JOHN .... Get 2 - I'll buy one .... That's if you find it before I do ( LOL ) (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54158.1.1

Escalade by John Peaslee #54158.2

Absolutely ! by Jean Philippe Sergent #54158.2.1

This generation Escalade and the current Prius have the most ridiculous taillights on ANY CAR PERIOD by Phil Realmuto #54158.3

You did ask for input ...... sooooooo here goes by Dennis Mong #54158.3.1

Dennis I just looked up a Utube Video of that very conversion. by Phil Realmuto #54158.3.1.1

Easy Peasy ..... by Dennis Mong #54158.3.1.1.1

Whaaaaaat ? Phil, do you want me to have a heart attack ? LOL !!! by Jean Philippe Sergent #54158.3.2

Only comparing in that both taillight designs are ridiculous was all but hey... by Phil Realmuto #54158.3.2.1

DUDE - I love '66 Toronado' s !!!!! - You so have to post some pics (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54158.3.2.1.1

I agree ... There are car designs that make my eyes throw up ..... by Dennis Mong #54158.3.2.2

ZONE AUCTION HOT TIPS… Auctions Closing Today #54157

PICs - Daily Dose of Diecast... Saturday by John Merritt #54156

VERY sharp / outstanding pics. Wish they'd do some older stuff though. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54156.1

What could possibly be a big interest in current modern age cars in 1:24? I just can't believe that by George Schire #54156.2

Tahoe is a big seller in 1:1, I think this would appeal to any current owner! (EOM) by Barry Levittan #54156.2.1

Duh - Yeah! .... This looks great !! ... Keep those new versions coming (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54156.2.1.1

George, to be honest, I'd prefer more modern day cars. You've made it abundantly clear that by Rick Scoville #54156.2.2

We really need like buttons. Great response, sir! (EOM) by Robert Bolin #54156.2.2.1

+2 ... Agree (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54156.2.2.1.1

Modern Era by John Peaslee #54156.2.2.2

In a forum for model car collectors isn't it just natural to talk about what by Bruce Gibbins #54156.2.2.2.1

+1 ... Amen Brother (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54156.2.2.2.1.1

Rick, I totally understand that we all have our preferences (as you refer to them), by George Schire #54156.2.2.3

Immature George? Personal attack? You truly missed the gist of my commentary. Nothing by Rick Scoville #54156.2.2.3.1

Rick, I agree we are wasting our time debating. I don't come here for that purpose. I said by George Schire #54156.2.2.3.1.1

Just an observation George, saying "It's not my cup of tea but I can see how others would like it" by Barry Levittan #54156.2.2.3.1.1.1

Funny you said that Barry because I generally use that approach! When people post Indy Cars, by Phil Realmuto #54156.2.2.3.1.1.1.1

Phil - RESPECT is key. You nailed it. Like you, When I see postings by Dennis Mong #54156.2.2.3.1.1.1.1.1

Exactly correct. In the big boys world what we say and what we mean to say should be the same thing. (EOM) by Bruce Gibbins #54156.2.2.3.1.1.1.2

Beautiful 1/24 Tahoe! by Randy Charles #54156.2.2.3.1.2

I think they're trying to attract 'younger' buyers into the hobby. The ones that drive 'me' crazy.. by Billy Collins #54156.2.3

I have several modern muscle cars, they are the cheaper variety but still nicely done and capture by Gene Mills #54156.2.3.1

Gene same here! I have a MAISTO Challenger 2008 SRT8 in Blue by Phil Realmuto #54156.2.3.1.1

George, What about Dodge Challengers, Chargers, Mustangs, Navigators, Escalades Corvettes ?? by Phil Realmuto #54156.2.4

WHAOOOOOO ... Did I just hear somebody say Chargers, challengers, Escalades & Corvettes ???? (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54156.2.4.1

Hey George I, respectfully ask you to think back to something that probably happened 61 years ago by Mark Millar #54156.2.5

Well said Mark and totally on target. (EOM) by Bob Jackman #54156.2.5.1

Mark - You nailed it (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54156.2.5.2

Wow! That’s pretty nice!!! (EOM) by George Bojaciuk #54156.3

The Tahoe looks nice and hard to resist. I had to dive in deep seaching my memory by Bruce Gibbins #54156.4

John, That looks nicely detailed and good bang for the buck. I’m sure it’s no DM BUT ... by Phil Realmuto #54156.5

I dig what you are saying Phil. The Preston Tucker story blew me away when the movie by Bruce Gibbins #54156.5.1

Bruce I get what you’re saying. Only YOU can make that call, and there is no right or wrong answer! by Phil Realmuto #54156.5.1.1

There is a difference some how between FM & DM models. I would be by Bruce Gibbins #54156.5.1.1.1

PICs - Busy Saturday at the Dealership... by Hollis Cornell #54155

Sat 4:42AM ... Free Hot Doughnuts and Free Hot French Vanilla Cappuccino by Dennis Mong #54155.1

I'll be there just as soon as I finish my orange juice! LOL!! (EOM) by Billy Collins #54155.1.1

With pulp ... or .... Without ??? he he (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54155.1.1.1

Oh, I like pulp. You know - our minds wonder a little 'early' in the morning don't they?! LOL! (EOM) by Billy Collins #54155.1.1.1.1

Just got on a plane!!!! Save me some, sound DELICIOUS LOL (EOM) by Phil Realmuto #54155.1.2

Great shots. How about a Bloody Mary? (EOM) by Evan Morgan #54155.2

LOL! Been there - done that...but, not THIS morning. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54155.2.1

Where do you get all the scale figures? (EOM) by Robert Bolin #54155.3

Bought them from a couple of sellers on EBay. (EOM) by Hollis Cornell #54155.3.1

PICS- Hot Wheels 1/24 '67 Shelby GT-500. by Gene Mills #54154

It looks great Geno, I was looking for one ... by Chav Popov #54154.1

A great pair of Shelbys. Great color for them. (EOM) by John Merritt #54154.1.1

+1 - I agree - John said it best .... GR8T pix (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54154.1.1.1

Extremely sharp pair of Shelbys. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54154.2

Thanks all, she cleaned up pretty nice. I appreciate the kind words. Blessings, Geno. (EOM) by Gene Mills #54154.3

PICs - Busy Friday at the Dealership..... by Hollis Cornell #54153

Chevy Dealer Days are back N' biz .... give that man a " cee gar " (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54153.1

There used to be a museum in Branson, Missouri called '57 Heaven'. by Billy Collins #54153.2

So cool by John Shamblin #54153.2.1

Nice group of 57s. Nice pics. (EOM) by Evan Morgan #54153.3

[PICs] February Fifteenth Friday Ford by Chav Popov #54152

Well, I know what it is... by Rick Hanmore #54152.1

Always been a favorite of mine. (EOM) by Bob Jackman #54152.1.1

I actually don't know what exactly it is, just guessing... (EOM) by Chav Popov #54152.1.2

Yes. It's sitting in my curio just like that. (EOM) by Andy Sixsmith #54152.2

It's listed under Car List & Reviews - Code 1112 by David Harvey #54152.3

Yes and No ... the devil is in the details... (EOM) by Chav Popov #54152.3.1

The tape holding on different parts is what did it for me (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54152.3.1.1

Good eye Dennis! by Chav Popov #54152.3.1.1.1

looks like, I am confusing you guys, this is not the DM production version... by Chav Popov #54152.4

It appears to be a "custom" build of sorts (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54152.4.1

OK, now I see a few minor differences from the by Rick Hanmore #54152.5

[PICs] I think you are right Rick ... by Chav Popov #54152.5.1

That's pretty sneaky - slipping in a 1/12 (or 1/10) by David Harvey #54152.5.1.1

Sorry David, I had only good intentions ... by Chav Popov #54152.5.1.1.1

No problem Chav - I think it was neat how you had by David Harvey #54152.5.1.1.1.1

The 1/12th size pattern models were sent to DM by Rick Hanmore #54152.5.1.1.1.1.1

Thanks for the information. (EOM) by David Harvey #54152.5.1.1.1.1.1.1

Thanks Rick, very useful information. (EOM) by Chav Popov #54152.5.1.1.1.1.1.2

Just curious for those with collections of say.... by Phil Realmuto #54151

Phil, to answer your original question - 'No, I don't.'. My 1:24 collection just went.... by Billy Collins #54151.1

I know what I have, but.... by Richard Sufficool #54151.2

:) (EOM) by Bruce Gibbins #54151.2.1

:) +1, all I know, they are in the basement... (EOM) by Chav Popov #54151.2.2

I have pictures and a spreadsheet so I know them all... 3000+ (EOM) by David Applebaum #54151.2.3

Interestingly, I forget which I used to have and which I have now. by Robert Bolin #54151.3

Its easy to keep tabs on my collection because there are so few of them by Bruce Gibbins #54151.4

With my over 850, I have kept a spreadsheet so I can see by John Napoli #54151.5

I have over 900 1:24's and like John keep track of them on a spreadsheet. by Joe Malaney #54151.5.1

With the number of models in my collection and my advancing age, by Bob Jackman #54151.5.1.1

Hey Joe .... What spread sheet do you use? by Dennis Mong #54151.5.1.2

Good luck with your man-cave. Hope to see a finished product (EOM) by Tom Ciryak #54151.6

Well, at over 3000 models in my collection. I can honestly say I know what I have most of the time by John Merritt #54151.7

John you’re amazing !!!! GOD BLESS (EOM) by Phil Realmuto #54151.7.1

Well John ... Really sounds like things R going down the toilet with you ......... by Dennis Mong #54151.7.2

Phil, are you kidding? I didn't even remember WHICH models I bought. When it came time to sell my by Frank Kocour #54151.8

Awe sorry to hear that Frank, but I hope the doubles and triples were the “good ones” by Phil Realmuto #54151.8.1

Dennis, please see my post 54142.5.1.1.1 (EOM) by Bob Jackman #54150

WHEW ... Now I can sleep easy tonight .... :>) - Last couple of nights been tossing & turning - WHEW (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54150.1

Glad I was able to help. (EOM) by Bob Jackman #54150.1.1

Thanks .... I got bags under my eyes because I was so stressed by Dennis Mong #54150.1.1.1

PICs - Daily Dose of Diecast...Friday by John Merritt #54149

Very nice / outstanding pics. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54149.1

I love all of my CMC 1/24 scale models. The headlights on my model by Bob Jackman #54149.2

They must be for climbing mountain roads. (EOM) by John Munro #54149.2.1

Pic: Mine are aligned correctly. Interesting. by David Applebaum #54149.2.2

I was going to try to adjust them, but never did. Maybe when I unpack it. (EOM) by John Merritt #54149.2.3

CMC did some wonderful 1:24 models back in the day! by Phil Realmuto #54149.3

ZONE AUCTION HOT TIPS… Pics: Auctions closing today #54148

(Pics) A new 1/24 scale tooling for the 1955 4 door by Mike DeTorrice #54147

Great Information - Thanks Mike (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54147.1

Good news. I can do the blue one. I've already got the FM black version. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54147.2

I havea the 1/64 GL. Would be in on the 1/24 (EOM) by Randall Carlisle #54147.2.1

I'd be in if they are proportioned right. (EOM) by Gene Mills #54147.3

(Pics) They look really good in the 1/43 by Mike DeTorrice #54147.3.1

WOW, if they are that nice in 1/24 I'm all in. (EOM) by Gene Mills #54147.3.1.1

Yeah, that looks purdy dang good. Outstanding pics too. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54147.3.1.2

Well I have TFM Black one so don’t need another and I’m not into Pink Cadillacs BUT... by Phil Realmuto #54147.4

I think this is tooling acquired by GreenLight, not a new tool. by David Crowe #54147.5

DM had a '55 Coupe deVille ready to roll out, by Rick Hanmore #54147.5.1

WOW...be still my heart! (EOM) by David Angeloni #54147.5.1.1

Darn it! I would love that added to my fleet !!!! (EOM) by Phil Realmuto #54147.5.1.2

Actually, no, it's not repurposed, it's new. Greenlight says in their by Mike DeTorrice #54147.5.2

I wonder if they mean brand new to THEM?? Could they LEGALLY do that??? (EOM) by Phil Realmuto #54147.5.2.1

PICs - Daily Dose of Diecast...Bonus 2 by John Merritt #54146

PIC: Tks for bonus #2 John.This has offered a good comparison between the ZIS by Bruce Gibbins #54146.1

Both offerings look great side by side - XCLNT pix ( As Always - thnx ) (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54146.2

PICs - Daily Dose of Diecast...Bonus 1 by John Merritt #54145

Great looking model...I have the 1970 green one acquired from a member here. Love it! (EOM) by David Angeloni #54145.1

XCLNT Pix John ... I have Targa Blue & Ontario Orange (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54145.2

ZONE AUCTION HOT TIPS… PICS: Auction Closing Today #54144

Andy Sixsmith ... Congrats on your '62 WCPD - You devil you !! (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54143

Thanks, DIO. (EOM) by Andy Sixsmith #54143.1

DIO? by John Baynes #54143.1.1

SO ... You have heard of me ... ?? (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54143.1.1.1

PICs - Daily Dose of Diecast... Thursday by John Merritt #54142

I've never understood the appeal of the Corvette. (EOM) by George Schire #54142.1

I've been a C2 fan ever since i rode in my cousin's '63 roadster. I'm hooked. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54142.1.1

Agreed by David Trask #54142.1.2

And many of us don't understand your lust for some of the ugliest cars on the planet and your hatred by David Angeloni #54142.1.3

Know that exact feeling. Almost was my first Vette but was smart enough to know I'd be getting into by Tom Ciryak #54142.1.3.1

I've never understood the appeal either, to be honest. (EOM) by Duncan Pohl #54142.1.4

Yes you do, George, its for all the various reasons there are, by Bruce Gibbins #54142.1.5

While I’m not a Corvette Enthusiast I appreciate the Marque and the Legend that it is AND by Phil Realmuto #54142.1.5.1

To own at least one is to love 'em all (EOM) by Tom Ciryak #54142.1.6

My brother has one of these 1:1 in same color but black interior. (EOM) by Sal Lomma #54142.2

Hey John ... XCLNT pic's of America most loved icon in American Automotive History by Dennis Mong #54142.3

John, Your pix are XCLNT and are enjoyed by a huge majority (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54142.3.1

They sure are! (EOM) by John Bono #54142.3.1.1

Very sharp / outstanding pics. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54142.4

Beautiful pictures of a nice model. This happens to be one of only a couple by Bob Jackman #54142.5

WHOA ........ STOP THE BUS !!!! STOP THE PRESS !!! ..... You missed this one ??? by Dennis Mong #54142.5.1

Dennis I have all of the others you mention but as mentioned, by Bob Jackman #54142.5.1.1

Dennis, guess what? I have this model after all. When I was checking for it by Bob Jackman #54142.5.1.1.1

My brother has one in this same color he bought new in '72. Black interior. (EOM) by Sal Lomma #54142.6

PICs - Busy Thursday at the Dealership...... by Hollis Cornell #54141

Nice models. The dealership sure turns over the cars quickly. (EOM) by John Merritt #54141.1

Xclnt inventory, low interest rates, Friendly sales staff .... by Dennis Mong #54141.1.1

The full wall backdrop with nothing but 50's Chevy's is in contrast to late 60's muscle cars on by George Schire #54141.2

Its an old Chevy Dealership that closed up and the pictures haven't been changed yet. Besides by Hollis Cornell #54141.2.1

When I go there ... I'm looking to buy cars ... not pictures (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54141.2.1.1

Who gives a flying flip about pictures on a wall - It's always been all about the cars (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54141.2.1.2

The full wall backdrop with nothing but 50's Chevy's is in contrast to late 60's muscle cars on by George Schire #54141.3

Hey, they're selling a purple, HEMI Challenger - just like mine. LOL! (EOM) by Billy Collins #54141.4

Well I'll B ... They sure are .... It looks marvelous (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54141.4.1

ZONE AUCTION HOT TIPS… Auctions Closing Today and a New 1/43 Listing #54140

PICS: My WISH LIST 1:24 die-cast car #51 by George Schire #54139

HE'S B-A-C-K!!! I'd do the '54. Already have the '56 Desoto - which I prefer anyway. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54139.1

That 56 in that color combo just came out in 1/18, it's on my list. (EOM) by Mark Sweeney #54139.2

It is a beauty Mark, you will love it. I couldn't resist-so added one. (EOM) by John Merritt #54139.2.1

The 56 is the more attractive car - there is no doubting that, but if its a 1/24 model by Bruce Gibbins #54139.3

Hard to believe the styling inprovement in just two years by Mark Millar #54139.4

OK, I'll a '54 - '55 '56 '59 Chyrsler-any and all made. (EOM) by John Merritt #54139.6

Received my '56 Chrysler in 1:18. Truly gorgeous. (EOM) by Sal Lomma #54139.7

PICs - Daily Dose of Diecast - Wednesday by John Merritt #54138

WOW .... First Glance - My jaw hits the floor ... NICE !!!!! by Dennis Mong #54138.1

Dennis. This model is available at Legacy Motors (on this site). The black one is $495 and the by Frank Kocour #54138.1.1

Super model and a joy to behold. Is there a 120 Sedan by Bruce Gibbins #54138.2

Stunning! by Chav Popov #54138.3

Extremely sharp / outstanding pics. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54138.4

A real beauty! (EOM) by Tim Kubiak #54138.5

PICs - Busy Wednesday at the Dealership....... by Hollis Cornell #54137

Hollis can you do a Thunderbird “showroom”?? That would be cool (EOM) by Phil Realmuto #54137.1

Sorry Phil sold 5 that I had only have 2 left now. I'm by Hollis Cornell #54137.1.1

*** YES *** ... Oh Yeah Baby .... This is Heaven right here ... Pure Heaven .... Love those Bowties (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54137.2

+1. Great to see the yellow '57 is making progress. It looks SO much... by Billy Collins #54137.2.1

Hey Billy ... You seeing what I'm seeing - It does look " GOOD " (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54137.2.1.1

I held off buying the 'yellow' '57 pro-street because it was too much... by Billy Collins #54137.2.1.1.1

HOLLIS is a true visionary ... Yellow Pro Street is ... by far ... 1 of my by Dennis Mong #54137.2.1.1.1.1

I'm also blessed with a Hollis-custom which i bought here at D4C last year. by Billy Collins #54137.2.1.1.1.1.1

Thanks guys for your kind words. (EOM) by Hollis Cornell #54137.2.1.1.1.1.1.1

Pics. Yes, another 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. But surely one of the best ever produced. by Jean Philippe Sergent #54136

Yes sir; that's a pretty one. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54136.1

Beautiful Jean. Thanks for posting. (EOM) by Bob Jackman #54136.2

Beautiful photos. I'd pass though, because of the "closed" windows. It's a hardtop and they by George Schire #54136.3

Wouldn't driving around in a hardtop with the windows open while its raining by Bruce Gibbins #54136.3.1

George think of it as a Winter version!!! Lol. Up windows Brrrrrr (EOM) by Phil Realmuto #54136.3.1.1

These cars are dreams and Winter is the reality, by Chav Popov #54136.3.1.1.1

He cannot be made happy. Unless he alone is allowed to dictate every single detail, he will whine. by David Crowe #54136.3.1.1.1.1

WHAT? ... George Happy? ... That'll never happen !!!!! (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54136.3.1.1.1.2

I wish these were available Stateside, there are several I'd love to add to my collection including by Gene Mills #54136.4

Very nice! The FM version got the shape of the rear side windows wrong. Bugs me. by Al Dorado #54136.5

A beautiful model Jean. Such a great price too 30€ = $USD30.75. The collector buyer is by Bruce Gibbins #54136.6

Hello Bruce !, by Jean Philippe Sergent #54136.6.1

Not a fan of the 59 by any means. Saying that......This sucker is nice! (EOM) by Tom Ciryak #54136.7

PICS: Just received the Greenlight 2017 Camaro SS convertible. Not bad for $25: by Rick Scoville #54135

Very nice. New 1:24s are always a good sign. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54135.1

Rick it would appear that I will need to add this to my collection. (EOM) by Bob Jackman #54135.2

RICK ... You devil you ... Congrats on an XCLNT snag - GR8T addition (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54135.3

PICs - Busy Tuesday at the Dealership...... by Hollis Cornell #54134

" Hey everybody" ... " The office phone is ringing " ... Nobody can hear it (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54134.1

'Cuda country. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54134.2

Hollis Cornell Chrysler Plymouth open for business! (EOM) by Tim Kubiak #54134.3

Nice pics. (EOM) by Evan Morgan #54134.4

Nice. That dealer changes franchises faster than most people change their shirts. (EOM) by Bob Jackman #54134.5

*** ..... or changing their under ... oh never mind .... *** (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54134.5.1

To Phil Realmuto. Yes, you are absolutely right... by Jean Philippe Sergent #54133

Hi. No biggie, it’s just that it seemed odd for plastic kits to be 1:24 but!! by Phil Realmuto #54133.1

Hey Phil, I don't feel by Jean Philippe Sergent #54133.1.1

I have many kits, built and unbuilt that are 1/24. Diecast and plastic. They are out there. :-) (EOM) by Gene Mills #54133.1.1.1

I haven't built plastic model kits in several years but as I recall by Bob Jackman #54133.1.1.1.1

ZONE AUCTION HOT TIPS… Auction Closing Today #54132

PICs - Daily Dose of Diecast...Tuesday by John Merritt #54131

Nice car! Looks like a Packard. Gr8t pix as always. (EOM) by Tim Kubiak #54131.1

Looked like a Packard to me too / great pics. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54131.2

I too, thought it was a Packard. Great photos John! (EOM) by George Schire #54131.3

Pretty good reason for thinking it is a Packard. Take the rear end and side trim of a '41 Packard by Frank Kocour #54131.4

Who remembers cleaning those wide whitwalls? (EOM) by John Munro #54131.5

While I never cleaned WWs that large, all 3 of my “Classics” have the 1 3/8”) WWs by Phil Realmuto #54131.5.1

I do. Both my 61 Corvette and 55 Imperial have wide whites and by Bob Jackman #54131.5.2

John you might be forcing me to spend some $$$ here! Lol Questions.... by Phil Realmuto #54131.6

This model is 1/24 from Hachett. The manufacturing year of the Russian State limo is 1946 by Bruce Gibbins #54131.7

For All the Young Folks by David Trask #54131.7.1

Missed a day or two but by John Shamblin #54130

Hard to believe it's 25 yrs. old. Color still looks great - so Fifties! (EOM) by Andy Sixsmith #54130.1

An oldie but a goodie from TFM!!! (EOM) by Phil Realmuto #54130.2

+1. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54130.2.1

Still a favorite-such a great color. (EOM) by John Merritt #54130.3

Great pictures of one of the ultimate fifties cars. (EOM) by Bob Jackman #54130.4

Bought mine new from the Franklin Mint store that was at the Mall of America in Bloomington, MN. (EOM) by George Schire #54130.5

(Pic) John, remove the top and this is what you get. by Frank Kocour #54130.6

WOW! Beautiful without the top. by Randall Carlisle #54130.6.1

PICs - Daily Dose of Diecast...Monday by John Merritt #54129

Don't worry John, it'll buff right out. (EOM) by Andy Sixsmith #54129.1

We have the technology - we CAN rebuild her! LOL! (EOM) by Billy Collins #54129.2

Just the dreaded paint rash on a 1:1 (EOM) by Duncan Pohl #54129.3

Love the barn find Pontiac. How did you get it to look like that? Great photos! (EOM) by George Schire #54129.4

Well, I parked it in a barn about 15 years ago... You see I bought two of them... by John Merritt #54129.4.1

Thanks John. I like the photos, but would never buy one. It's neat though. (EOM) by George Schire #54129.4.1.1

A well done heavily weathered barn find look and crisp close-up photography. Impresive work. (EOM) by Bruce Gibbins #54129.6

Very cool.The barn find model features the thin, incorrect whitewalls. (EOM) by Al Dorado #54129.7

Nicely done, John by John Shamblin #54129.8

The cars and the pictures are outstanding! (EOM) by Tim Kubiak #54129.9

+1 (EOM) by John Bono #54129.9.1

Very convincing. (EOM) by Frank Kocour #54129.10

ZONE AUCTION HOT TIPS… Auctions Closing Today #54128

PICs - Busy Monday at the Dealership..... by Hollis Cornell #54127

Fabulous & Fantastic ... XCLNT pix of another family gathering ... 2 Thumbs Up (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54127.1

The ‘56s are here!! (EOM) by Tim Kubiak #54127.2

Super layout. Those folks were anxious to see the Fords to get up by Bob Jackman #54127.3

Love it! by John Shamblin #54127.3.1

John...From a couple of sellers on EBay (EOM) by Hollis Cornell #54127.3.1.1

Nice. Do I remember correctly? Does your son help with the setup? (EOM) by Billy Collins #54127.4

He will come up with a suggestion or two once in a while. (EOM) by Hollis Cornell #54127.4.1

It's cool that he shows an interest. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54127.4.1.1

Also a great presentation. I love the '55 & '56 Ford Fairlane. (EOM) by John Merritt #54127.5

Just added another 55 by Randall Carlisle #54127.6

The Ford Family of Fine Cars. (EOM) by Al Dorado #54127.7

Did they sell the 56 Lincon (EOM) by John Munro #54127.8

Great pics, nice group of Fords. (EOM) by Evan Morgan #54127.9

PICs - Busy Sunday at the Dealership... by Hollis Cornell #54126

Nice grouping. I have 2 of each + 2 convertibles. (EOM) by Brian Cox #54126.1

Very nice. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54126.2

Fabulous & Fantastic ... XCLNT pix ... Thank you for sharing (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54126.3

Outstanding!!! (EOM) by Tim Kubiak #54126.4

Excellent presentation. Beautiful models. (EOM) by John Merritt #54126.5

+1 (EOM) by John Munro #54126.5.1

Wow, you have them all! Gorgeous display. I only have the black and red versions. (EOM) by Al Dorado #54126.6

Nice group of Continentals, nice pics. (EOM) by Evan Morgan #54126.7

ZONE AUCTION HOT TIPS… Auctions Closing Today #54125

PICs - Daily Dose of Diecast... Sunday by John Merritt #54124

Cute / great pics. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54124.1

The Mini-Coopers are modern day versions of The Flintmobile. They have not changed much by George Schire #54124.2

Love me some Buicks (EOM) by John Shamblin #54123

i'm partial to Buicks by John Shamblin #54122

Hands down, one of Danbury Mints most fabulous replica's. Have it and love it! (EOM) by George Schire #54122.1

+1 (EOM) by Sal Lomma #54122.1.1

A beauty for sure. Great colors. (EOM) by John Merritt #54122.2

ZONE AUCTION HOT TIPS… Auctions Closing Today #54121

PICs - Daily Dose of Diecast... Saturday by John Merritt #54120

Very classy. Excellent color combinations. Gr8t Pics! (EOM) by Tim Kubiak #54120.1

The LE one IMO is visually more striking (both are nice), HOWEVER...... by Phil Realmuto #54120.2

This has reminded me that I bought both from FM when issued_thanks John (EOM) by John Munro #54120.3

If I were to expand my American cars only collecting, this Maybach here by Bruce Gibbins #54120.4

Dang! by John Shamblin #54120.5

Nice collection & setup. Looks good. In 1:24 1030. Total Collection, 3000+ (EOM) by John Merritt #54120.5.1

Wow that’s over 3x what I have in 1:24! And when I tell people I have 300 models I get the hairy .. by Phil Realmuto #54120.5.1.1

Yes about 850 are DM, FM, WCPD, GMP, CMC & Trax by John Merritt #54120.5.1.1.1

PICs - Daily Dose of Diecast... Friday by John Merritt #54119

Classic pair / great pics. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54119.1

Puzzled by Geoff Jowett #54119.2

The Mints and their Limited Editions offer further opportunities by Bruce Gibbins #54119.2.1

Geoff, The mints were in competition with each other and as such didn't share by Bob Jackman #54119.2.2

John I know DM Did two releases of this, I recently added the newer version by Phil Realmuto #54119.3

Phil, I never knew that DM made a newer version with removable skirts. by Bob Jackman #54119.3.1

Yes it was the re-release. I think you can find info on this site about it if I’m not mistaken by Phil Realmuto #54119.3.1.1

ZONE AUCTION HOT TIPS… Auctions Closing Today #54118

Question by Robert Enos #54117

I think he/she may be right! At one point I had all the Walmart models and don’t recall papers (EOM) by Phil Realmuto #54117.1

Thanks Phil (EOM) by Robert Enos #54117.1.1

You’re quite welcome!!! (EOM) by Phil Realmuto #54117.1.1.1

I have all of the WalMart cars and Phil is correct they did not come with papers. (EOM) by Bob Jackman #54117.2

Thanks Bob (EOM) by Robert Enos #54117.2.1

The most I ever paid for a model... by John Shamblin #54116

It's a beauty. Wish I owned one. (EOM) by Brian Cox #54116.1

+1. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54116.1.1

Well...I didn't go after this one because I was hoping for a re-paint. I goofed. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54116.1.1.1

I often wonder if the tooling still exists for some of these prized models. (EOM) by Richard Sufficool #54116.1.1.1.1

Anything is possible. But, from what i've been told the odds are NOT good. by Billy Collins #54116.1.1.1.1.1

Thank you, Billy, I had never known of that technology. by David Crowe #54116.1.1.1.1.1.1

John I was VERY LUCKY and blessed to have a fellow D4Cer help me obtain one of these! by Phil Realmuto #54116.2

I bought it when Danbury Mint released it. In my opinion, it is one of their by George Schire #54116.3

George I agree with you completely. I love everything about this model including the color. (EOM) by Bob Jackman #54116.3.1

I agree with everything you said, George. I can't see myself ever parting with this one. (EOM) by Mark Sweeney #54116.3.2

One of the last DM's and One of their best. Got it and it's the jewel of my collection. (EOM) by Tim Kubiak #54116.4

I am so happy to own this one. (EOM) by Sal Lomma #54116.5

I agree a Jewell in mine as well along with the 56 Buick 4 Dr HT (EOM) by John Munro #54116.6

The four door hardtop is my favorite of all Mint cars. by David Crowe #54116.6.1

Love me some WCPD! by John Shamblin #54115

I owned the real one. Brian did a great job on this model. On all of them, actually. (EOM) by Frank Kocour #54115.1

PICs - Daily Dose of Diecast...Thursday by John Merritt #54114

I do not remember that color. I have a new (unopened) one in black. (EOM) by Brian Cox #54114.1

Black SD? by John Shamblin #54114.1.1

Cute. (EOM) by John Bono #54114.2

Very sharp / outstanding pics. I 'REALLY' love the black-walls on this. It looks 'right'. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54114.3

Mine’s the blue one; plain Biscayne with a 348 big block, very cool. (EOM) by David Vandermeer #54114.4

And I have the white one #226 of 250 and it is fancy with white walls (EOM) by John Munro #54114.5

I bought the Crown Sapphire version to go along with my DM convertible. These are super nice. (EOM) by Gene Mills #54114.6

Looks so right with blackwall tires. (EOM) by Mark Sweeney #54114.7

Gr8t picture! Looks real! (EOM) by Tim Kubiak #54114.8

+ 1 .. This " CAR " has an xclnt color combo & rim / tire combo is XCLNT as well - GR8T pix John (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54114.8.1

I have massive amount of interest ... Need to buy one (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54114.8.1.1

Manny has one for sale on ebay right now. Sapphire blue (EOM) by Andy Sixsmith #54114.8.1.1.1

Love the photos, but no interest in the car, truck, or wagon...whatever it's supposed to be. (EOM) by George Schire #54114.9

Love 'em by John Shamblin #54114.10

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PICs - At the home shop... by Hollis Cornell #54112

Sporting work boots & he has extra help in the garage ... Sweet ride today (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54112.1

Interesting. I think that's the 1st time I've seen the hood 'up' on that roadster. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54112.2

Very nice. (EOM) by Evan Morgan #54112.3

Very cool Hollis, keep 'em coming. (EOM) by Gene Mills #54112.4

ZONE AUCTION HOT TIPS… Auctions Closing Today #54111

Tuesdays model on Wednesday by John Shamblin #54110

*** XCLNT Color Combo *** ... If I ever find that offering in that color combo ... I'd buy it. (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54110.1

Great model-great color. (EOM) by John Merritt #54110.2

+1. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54110.2.1

prices for these in good condition are getting crazy! (EOM) by David Vandermeer #54110.3

WCPD's are nice except for the dreaded rash by Chris Nickelsen #54110.3.1

Well ... That settles it for me ... Thanks for the info - Back to CMC (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54110.3.1.1

Chris, I hate paint rash like anyone else, but I don't think you're being entirely fair with your by George Schire #54110.3.1.2

George the red Thunderbird is a 60 not a 58. (EOM) by Bob Jackman #54110.3.1.2.1

My understanding is that there are two types of degredation that can aflict our models. by Bruce Gibbins #54110.3.1.3

paint rash by John Shamblin #54110.3.1.3.1

Our experiences with diecast collecting are very similar, John. by Bruce Gibbins #54110.3.1.3.1.1

That is the one I own. What is this color called? I think Palomer red ? by Phil Realmuto #54110.4

George I believe we are talking about two different things by Chris Nickelsen #54110.4.1

+2 I agree. (EOM) by Bruce Gibbins #54110.4.1.1

You are right Chris. See Bruce Gibbins' post 54110.3.1.3 above for a good explanation. (EOM) by Allan Ording #54110.4.1.2

. (EOM) by Phil Realmuto #54110.5

PICs - Daily Dose of Diecast...Wednesday by John Merritt #54109

Now these are forgotten pieces of automotive history ... (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54109.1

Very sharp pair / outstanding pics. Have the '85 GN. Now, I want the GNX! LOL! (EOM) by Billy Collins #54109.2

Both are nice models well photographed. (EOM) by Bob Jackman #54109.3

Buicks by John Shamblin #54109.4

You know what? I'd break my "no models over 1970 rule" to add these Buick's to my shelf. (EOM) by George Schire #54109.5

I have the 1987 Grand National by GMP #1966 (EOM) by John Munro #54109.6

PICs - At the home shop... by Hollis Cornell #54108

*** Keep 'em coming Hollis *** " Home Shop" is a great way to start the day - Thanks! (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54108.1

+1. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54108.1.1

+another 1 and then some (EOM) by John Munro #54108.1.1.1

Home shop by John Shamblin #54108.1.2

Blue shirt and the Brown dress shoes .... he he he he (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54108.1.2.1

It's OK, shoes match his belt. (EOM) by David Vandermeer #54108.1.2.1.1

*** LOL *** ( Fashion does mean everything ) ... :) ... (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54108.1.2.1.1.1

Home shop by John Shamblin #54108.1.2.2

I dig these too Hollis, please keep sharing. (EOM) by Gene Mills #54108.2

Nice pics. (EOM) by Evan Morgan #54108.3

PICS. Just received the new Greenlight 50th Anniversary Camaro (coupe). Check out the pics: by Rick Scoville #54107

Thanks Rick. But, speaking as a 1:1 '69 Camaro owner, aren't there going to be PLENTY of '19 Camaro by Billy Collins #54107.1

Billy, I'm not about to get into the head of Greenlight. I was only reporting on by Rick Scoville #54107.1.1

You're right - to each his own. And I'm also glad to see new 1:24s. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54107.1.1.1

$ 25 is an XCLNT way to fill holes in the collection or just add more to a collection .... (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54107.2

And Dennis, that's the only point I was trying to make here. Being a Chevy guy, by Rick Scoville #54107.2.1

With a scale not exactly buoyant any new model releases in 1/24 will be welcome with the prospect, by Bruce Gibbins #54107.2.1.1

LOL! Yes...baby steps. But, FM / ACME did do a '50th' of the '67 Camaro last year. by Billy Collins #54107.2.1.1.1

Looks good. Wasn't Camaro introduced in 1967? (EOM) by Allan Ording #54107.3

Camaro went on sale in September 1966 for the '67 model year. You are correct. (EOM) by Rick Scoville #54107.3.1

ZONE AUCTION HOT TIPS… Auction Closing Today #54106

*** MECUM started 2019 with $133.8 M in sales *** by Dennis Mong #54105

AMEN. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54105.1

Interesting Diecast Car Website by Chang Lu #54104

I could not find any 1/24 ... but nice to look at the other side of the fence by Dennis Mong #54104.1

There is an anecdote about some guys experience by Bruce Gibbins #54104.1.1

Has anyone here had any contact with Brian Dunning in the past by Bob Jackman #54103

Bob, it has been about 2 yrs. since we spoke. Brian was very personable (he could talk your ear off) by Andy Sixsmith #54103.1

Andy, who is the Manny you speak of? Are the WCPD cars he has for sale? (EOM) by George Schire #54103.1.1

I talked with Brian a few times, and yes, a super nice guy. But it's been a few years since we've by George Schire #54103.2

Thanks for the replies Andy and George. Anyone else have anything to add? (EOM) by Bob Jackman #54103.3

Only that as, jerseyjuncker on eBay, Manny lists mirrors and other small chrome by Bruce Gibbins #54103.3.1

Manny Jerseyjunker Solano is on Facebook (EOM) by Walter Kramer #54103.3.1.1

Monday model on Tuesday by John Shamblin #54101

Green / Tan Color Combo = GR8T combination for the Bow Tie (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54101.1

+1. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54101.1.1

PICs - Daily Dose of Diecast...Tuesday by John Merritt #54100

I am soooo seeing RED ... VERY Nice Collection .... Very Nice (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54100.1

Look'N good in red.....great pics too. (EOM) by John Bono #54100.2

+1. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54100.2.1

A red letter day for Chevrolet. (EOM) by Bruce Gibbins #54100.3

Nice collection! (EOM) by John Shamblin #54100.4

As my bocce buddies say...Nice quattro! (EOM) by Tim Kubiak #54100.5

John, I'm assuming the '64 is Ember Red. It looks almost like Palomar Red in the pics but it has a by Andy Sixsmith #54100.6

It is Ember Red, by itself it looks lighter, but compared to the others by John Merritt #54100.6.1

Very nice John. I have all four! (EOM) by George Schire #54100.7

Being Cadillac was mentioned by Michelle, What Cadillacs would YOU like to see in 1:24?? by Phil Realmuto #54099

I'd be happy with ANY Eldorado's from the '60 and '70's (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54099.1

My choices cover a much earlier period, but I'll share them anyway. by Bruce Gibbins #54099.2

My list is a little of Phil's and a little of Bruce's... by Billy Collins #54099.3

1962 Coupe DeVille. (EOM) by Bob Jackman #54099.3.1

Answer sent to Michelle. All of them post 1940 et preferably models that JoHan has never made. (EOM) by Jean Philippe Sergent #54099.4

Oh and any Limousines from 1950-1979 ;) (EOM) by Jean Philippe Sergent #54099.5

Pic. Some of my 1964 line up, with Fleetwood and Eldorado versions. by Jean Philippe Sergent #54099.6

Beauties! (EOM) by Andy Sixsmith #54099.6.1

What scale and who makes these? Thanks! (EOM) by John Bono #54099.6.2

Hi John, these are 1/24th scale and made by me ;) by Jean Philippe Sergent #54099.6.2.1

WOW! Good for you. (EOM) by John Bono #54099.6.2.1.1

Jean are you sure they are not 1:25?? That is typically what plastic “kits” are! by Phil Realmuto #54099.6.2.1.2

Jean those are beautiful. I recall when you shared the green one with us. Interior pics etc. by Phil Realmuto #54099.6.3

Hi Phil ! Thank you very much ! I love the Fleetwood 63 as well and by Jean Philippe Sergent #54099.6.3.1

Great lineup! How about a 1964 Florentine show car to accompany them? by David Crowe #54099.6.4

Pics. What a coïncidence David ! Look on what I am working right now ! by Jean Philippe Sergent #54099.6.4.1

I had never seen that car before. by David Crowe #54099.6.4.1.1

Totally agree with you David. Always loved the way by Jean Philippe Sergent #54099.6.4.1.1.1

An interesting thread here that suggests another way in which 1/24 can be added to a by Bruce Gibbins #54099.6.4.1.1.2

Coupe deVilles: by John Baynes #54099.7

PICs - At the home shop... by Hollis Cornell #54098

.... GR8T pic's ... Get that man a creeper (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54098.1

Super hot rod - glad I got one. Guess he's getting ready to take that curve again. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54098.2

Michelle Peter's email address by Joseph Hayes #54097

michelle@legacydiecast.org (EOM) by George Schire #54097.1

michelle@legacydiecast.com (EOM) by Michelle Peters #54097.1.1

Impala SS by Robert Enos #54096

Respectable. A year or so ago, I got the Revell-JADA '58 Impala hardtop / red+white. It was... by Billy Collins #54096.1

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PICs - Daily Dose of Diecast...Monday by John Merritt #54094

Extremely sharp trio / outstanding pics. The 'green' version is speaking to me. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54094.1

Chevrolet + 1964 = my favorite 60's Chevy. (EOM) by Bruce Gibbins #54094.2

Nice trio! (EOM) by Tim Kubiak #54094.3

*** Very Nice Trio *** ... HRDTP calling my name .... Ohhhhhhh (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54094.4

I have the Meadow Green HT. Love that car. (EOM) by John Bono #54094.5

I have that meadow green convertible and a maroon/red? With red inter HT (EOM) by Phil Realmuto #54094.6

PICs - At the home shop... by Hollis Cornell #54093

NIce car ...... by Dennis Mong #54093.1

Great shots. (EOM) by John Merritt #54093.2

Great pics. (EOM) by Evan Morgan #54093.3

Good stuff. Like thw wheel+tire swap on the '40. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54093.4

That FM diorama needed a few action figures. You nailed it. (EOM) by Frank Kocour #54093.5

PIC: Here is a car that would top my wish list. It's pretty crowded there at the by Bruce Gibbins #54092

My father bought that Merc after WWll.... by Richard Sufficool #54092.1

I love seeing “Merc” used as it always was, as an abbreviation for MERCURY and NOT by Phil Realmuto #54092.1.1

(From over on Forum 43) Here's one of our little guys that might be of interest to you: (PIC) by David Holcombe #54092.2

Thank you for your post, David. by Bruce Gibbins #54092.2.1

My first car was a '49 Merc Club Coop. Robbin's Egg Blue. An old favorite of mine. (EOM) by Bob Santos #54092.3

I'll take the 1948 Coupe with fog lights, bumper guard, spot lights, fender skirts, and sun visor. (EOM) by Tim Kubiak #54092.4

PICS: My WISH LIST 1:24 die-cast car #50 by George Schire #54091

All excellent selections. (EOM) by Tim Kubiak #54091.1

Good luck, George. You have done a huge amount of research work. by David Crowe #54091.2

The '47 Desoto would have my money and cheerfuly given - it's a must have. by Bruce Gibbins #54091.3

YES - to all of these in 1:24. I'd move the '59 Buick 'up' to 3rd-place though. Appreciate all ... by Billy Collins #54091.4

The last two would make GREAT diecasts! (EOM) by Phil Realmuto #54091.5

PIC Really, George, no more wish lists? A regular feature like these will be missed and by Bruce Gibbins #54091.6

Sunday Model by John Shamblin #54090

Only issue I see .... You didn't post enough pix ... GR8T looking vehicle (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54090.1

Very sharp. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54090.2

Are there other models in the WCPD range? This is from, Manny, right? (EOM) by Bruce Gibbins #54090.3

WCPD were produced by Brian Dunning and sold by Vicki's Gifts (EOM) by David Angeloni #54090.3.1

WCPD MODELS by John Shamblin #54090.3.1.1

PICs - At the home shop... by Hollis Cornell #54089

Good stuff. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54089.1

Hollis ... This is REALLY really cool stuff ... You done good Hollis - You done good (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54089.2

Trivia question about the AMC Pacer below ...... Did you know that.... by Phil Realmuto #54088

Oddly enough, I did know that. So much worthless trivia in my head! (EOM) by Mark Sweeney #54088.1

+1. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54088.1.1

I did not know that ... but now that U mention it - it does make sense (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54088.2

+1 (EOM) by Bruce Gibbins #54088.2.1

And the Pacer was given right-hand steering for sale in the UK. I by David Holcombe #54088.3

Rick Scoville .. Where do you live (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54087

Englewood, Ohio. Just outside of Dayton. You know, where the snow is. (EOM) by Rick Scoville #54087.1

Rick, you're not too far from me, I'm just up I-75 in Sidney. (EOM) by Gene Mills #54087.1.1

PICs - Daily Dose of Diecast..Sunday by John Merritt #54086

Very nice pairing. Excellent colors. (EOM) by Tim Kubiak #54086.1

+ 1 ... XCLNT pix .. As Always (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54086.1.1

Extremely sharp pair / outstanding pics. Tired? - not hardly. There's that rare FM '64 Vette again. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54086.2

ANY pic that John Merrit posts - never gets tired ... Never has - Never will ... hey by Dennis Mong #54086.2.1

Love that convertible (EOM) by Robert Enos #54086.3

+1 (EOM) by John Munro #54086.3.1

Very nice. I haven't seen some of the colors you've been showing. (EOM) by Al Dorado #54086.4

Same here (EOM) by Phil Realmuto #54086.4.1

Wow! by John Baynes #54086.5

ZONE AUCTION HOT TIPS… Auctions Closing Today #54085

Wanted 1972 LT-1 Vette F056 targa blue by Bob Kaempf #54084

Bob, if you check here at Legacy, they have the FM model listed as available. Price is by Rick Scoville #54084.1

Hey Dennis, I know you've noted it here on the Forum before, but where in FL do you live? by Rick Scoville #54083

DUDE ... Let's do it !! by Dennis Mong #54083.1

Dennis, in your note here, you typed in my e-mail as who.rr.com. If that's the by Rick Scoville #54083.1.1

Wink and a Nod ... 1 Thumb Up (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54083.1.1.1

PICs - Daily Dose of Diecast... Saturday by John Merritt #54082

Great colors for the '64 SS and great pics of course. (EOM) by John Bono #54082.1

+1. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54082.1.1

The goldwood yellow is beautiful. Great photos as always. (EOM) by George Schire #54082.2

Always happy to see '64 Chevys. Nice pix too. (EOM) by Bruce Gibbins #54082.3

What happened to the chrome fender skirts I have #221 of 250 (EOM) by John Munro #54082.4

All WCPD 1964 Impalas came with chrome skirts. Hopefully, most remained in their little plastic bag. (EOM) by Andy Sixsmith #54082.4.1

I put them on one model and took photos. They promptly came off, never to be seen again! (EOM) by John Merritt #54082.4.1.1

I agree NOT a good look!!!! (EOM) by Phil Realmuto #54082.4.1.2

Looks gr8 in yellow. A white top would be a nice contrast. (EOM) by Al Dorado #54082.5

Sounds good-I might try that. (EOM) by John Merritt #54082.5.1

+ 2 ... It does look GR8T in Yellow (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54082.5.2

ZONE AUCTION HOT TIPS… Auctions Closing Today #54081

Does anyone have an interest in... by Michael K. Welborn, Jr. #54080

Michael, I am interested in models of all manufacturers including AMC. (EOM) by Bob Jackman #54080.1

That was actually one of the reasons AMC failed! by Phil Realmuto #54080.3

Phil AMC didn't sell Jeep to Chrysler. AMC as a whole merged into Chrysler. by Barry Levittan #54080.3.1

Barry you just said the same exact thing that I did only worded differently LOL by Phil Realmuto #54080.3.1.1

I did NOT say the same thing. You said AMC sold off the Jeep line. That implies that AMC sold Jeep by Barry Levittan #54080.3.1.1.1

When AMC was gone it was GONE. Perhaps you took what I said out of context. When AMC was gone by Phil Realmuto #54080.3.1.1.1.1

"The biggest mistake they ever did was selling off the Jeep line". AMC never sold the Jeep line!! by Barry Levittan #54080.3.1.1.1.1.1

You’re right!! AMC is still in business. I’m thinking of buying an AMC Grand Cherokee. by Phil Realmuto #54080.3.1.1.1.1.1.1

Who said that??? The erroneous statement you made was that "AMC sold Jeep". IT DIDN'T! by Barry Levittan #54080.3.1.1.1.1.1.1.1

I not going to reply. Dead topic IMO by Phil Realmuto #54080.3.1.1.1.1.1.1.1.1

OK. Facts are still facts, though. (EOM) by Barry Levittan #54080.3.1.1.1.1.1.1.1.1.1

Yep, the Renault relationship became shaky after by Michael K. Welborn, Jr. #54080.3.1.2

I've never liked AMC cars. Most of them always seemed kinda frumpy or odd looking. (EOM) by Al Dorado #54080.4

Early '70's AMC Matador a favored police cruiser. The car star of TV's Adam 12. (EOM) by Bruce Gibbins #54080.4.1

LAPD did have AMC's briefly. They than switched back to MOPAR. By the way, in one episode, Malloy by ALAN FRANK #54080.4.1.1

A sad day for AMC when even the budget consious LAPD called it a day on them. by Bruce Gibbins #54080.4.1.1.1

Yeah, Malloy did return the red Javelin . But, Marty Milner drove a Rolls as one of his cars. by ALAN FRANK #54080.4.1.1.1.1

What show Route 66 was. After watching the show each week I would by Bruce Gibbins #54080.4.1.1.1.1.1

Felt the same way. Watched Route 66 during its 4 season run..1960-1964. by ALAN FRANK #54080.4.1.1.1.1.1.1

Love Javs, AMX and least we not forget, “The Man With The Golden Gun”. (EOM) by George Bojaciuk #54080.5

There are certain AMC cars that I would be interested in for sure. (EOM) by Rick Scoville #54080.6

I've said for years that the Mints missed the boat on 'THE TRIPLE SET'. The Mints... by Billy Collins #54080.7

*** How About *** ( I know better than to post this ) by Dennis Mong #54080.8

LOL! Years ago, Popular Hot Rodding magazine did a feature story on a... by Billy Collins #54080.8.1

You know that looked very odd, out of proportion and just weird at the time BUT.... by Phil Realmuto #54080.8.2

Pacer always intrigued me. I was born on the tail end of that era... by Michael K. Welborn, Jr. #54080.8.3

AMC Pacer was born to be included in a model set dedicated to AMC cars. (EOM) by Bruce Gibbins #54080.8.4

My brother Denny has his one owner 1970 AMX nearly ready for paint during his restoration. by Tom Ciryak #54080.9

What else maybe considered by Esval. by Chav Popov #54079

That makes good sense (EOM) by Phil Realmuto #54079.1

For what its worth, Chav, I'll back you up with the 1939 Cadillac at least. And maybe by Bruce Gibbins #54079.2

Had a quick look over Esvals 1/43 scale with a view to expanding these by Bruce Gibbins #54079.2.1

A 1:24 '39 Cadillac -OR- 'LaSalle'...would be a very nice choice. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54079.3

I think I would just about kill for any LaSalle in 1:24- 1934-1940 OMG! Heaven. (EOM) by John Merritt #54079.3.1

Always been a LaSalle fan. Years ago, I nearly bought a 1:1 '40 LaSalle sedan that had been... by Billy Collins #54079.3.1.1

+1 (EOM) by Bruce Gibbins #54079.3.1.2

Actually they have the 1928 Cadillac shown in 1:24 ... by Chav Popov #54079.4

To Mint Models .. Michelle & Mara ... My Wishlist by Dennis Mong #54078

So DIO, you don't care for the Auto Art versions of these cars? (EOM) by Andy Sixsmith #54078.1

Truth be told ... My AA experience is very very limited ... by Dennis Mong #54078.1.1

Dennis you are a hoot! (EOM) by Bob Jackman #54078.1.1.1

Well just wait till we met N person - Jan says I'm just an old coot - Whatever that's suppose 2 mean (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54078.1.1.1.1

Dennis I have two CMC 1:18. They’re spectacular the Blue Ferrari spyder convert and Gull Wing SLR by Phil Realmuto #54078.1.1.2

Aubergine Talbo Lago ..... Ohhhhh - That is so nice ... maybe 1 day (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54078.1.1.2.1

Dennis, I have a dozen AutoArt cars, most of which are Corvette. Their 2016 C7 by Rick Scoville #54078.1.2

Rick ... Do you have '58 or '63 Silver Blue ? ... Please, LMK your thoughts (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54078.1.2.1

Dennis, neither one of those. I do have a '63 in the silver blue, but it's by Rick Scoville #54078.1.2.1.1

Large is good with me ... I'm not scared (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54078.1.2.1.1.1

( oops ) (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54078.1.2.1.1.2

Dennis, I have the AutoArt '63 Vette in Silver Blue-I have both the coupe & convertible by John Merritt #54078.1.2.1.2

So I did some Auto Art Research ..... Many thanks to all for great input - Thank you by Dennis Mong #54078.1.2.2

For those two Vette choices, don't overlook the 1:24th... by Tony Perrone #54078.2

I"m blessed to have both of these - LOVE THEM. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54078.2.1

Question of the day..... Why do YOU collect 1:24th scale and is it your primary scale ?? by Phil Realmuto #54077

For me ..... by Dennis Mong #54077.1

I'm '62' and single. It keeps my mind off of PRETTY WOMEN! LOL! Seriously - by Billy Collins #54077.2

I just drifted into 1/24 scale in 2014. by Bruce Gibbins #54077.2.1

Phil, you hit it right on the head. Your statements match by John Napoli #54077.3

John I’m 53. Just turn it this Tuesday Jan 29th by Phil Realmuto #54077.3.1

For me also the 1:24 size is right. by Chav Popov #54077.3.1.1

Excellent question, and to be honest, I have been struggling on where my focus is of late. by John Merritt #54077.4

Phil, good question, but it's one that has been discussed on this Forum before. I like 1:24 for the by George Schire #54077.5

George perhaps I’m an oddball, but I’m 53 and LOVE the cars from the teens - 1930s by Phil Realmuto #54077.5.1

Well, yes you are wrong, George or at least I strongly disagree with your by Bruce Gibbins #54077.5.2

Bruce thanks for saying “Spritely” while few here ever met me I guess my personality shines through by Phil Realmuto #54077.5.2.1

I was born into a "car guy" family. My older brother was a "customizer" in the 50's. In 1958 when by Tim Kubiak #54077.6

I hear you, Tim. 1958 was a pivotal year when those kits were introduced and you could build a car by Andy Sixsmith #54077.6.1

I guess I started with 1/24, 1/25 scale in 1947 with dealer promos. by Bob Jackman #54077.7

Yes that’s what I refer to my rather modest (300+/-) 1:24 scale collection. by Phil Realmuto #54077.7.1

Im enjoying reading everybodies stories about how they all got started by Bruce Gibbins #54077.7.1.1

The bottom line to this question is that there are NO WRONG answers. And also it's by George Schire #54077.7.2

I started collecting 1:24s in the early '90s after seeing ads for FM cars in the Sunday paper. by Al Dorado #54077.8

George Schire I am surprised you haven't reacted to Michelle's announcement of 1:24 1928 Cadillac. (EOM) by Barry Levittan #54076

Probably because it’s out of his collecting realm (EOM) by Phil Realmuto #54076.1

I know I'm still 'on the fence'. I've got ZERO-'20's in my collection. And very few 30s. Nearly .... by Billy Collins #54076.1.1

Same, Billy Nothing representing the 1920's either. 1930 - a Duesenburg is currently by Bruce Gibbins #54076.1.1.1

I have some 1920s cars, they’re quite charming in their own way!! (EOM) by Phil Realmuto #54076.1.1.1.1

I've replied to Michelle by email. A 1930's car is not going get me to buy one. (EOM) by George Schire #54076.2

You maybe loosing sight of the truth here, George, that this model is the creation by Bruce Gibbins #54076.2.1

Bruce, You are correct by Michelle Peters #54076.2.1.1

[PICs] Ford Friday by Chav Popov #54075

Always great to see these two. (EOM) by Bruce Gibbins #54075.1

Chav, that is a beauty. (EOM) by John Merritt #54075.2

Looks nice in that color IMO (EOM) by Phil Realmuto #54075.3

Sharp pair. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54075.4

Hey, Chav, in addition to the tan sample, DM also by Rick Hanmore #54075.5

Rick, it looks awesome, thanks for posting it. (EOM) by Chav Popov #54075.5.1

ZONE AUCTION HOT TIPS… Auctions closing today #54074

Oh WOW, talk about a BUCKET LIST...The one collection of 1:24 scale cars I'd love to see is the by George Schire #54073

George, Everyone on this forum is welcome to tour my collection by Bob Jackman #54073.1

George, as Bob says, you should put a trip to his house on your short list. As a die cast by Rick Scoville #54073.1.1

THANK YOU Bob, I'm putting this on my short Bucket List. And yes, my wife would enjoy it too. (EOM) by George Schire #54073.1.2

Love your attitude and would love to take you up on your offer. Never know . . . (EOM) by Frank Kocour #54073.1.3

I appreciate your open invitation to visit with you and to enjoy your collection. by Bruce Gibbins #54073.1.4

PICS: My WISH LIST 1:24 die-cast car #49 by George Schire #54072

YES-SIR-EE!!! (EOM) by Billy Collins #54072.1

Excellent choice! (EOM) by Tim Kubiak #54072.2

Good God I'd be all over these. (EOM) by Gene Mills #54072.3

I know I sound like a broken record but there are three 41 Pontiac by Bob Jackman #54072.4

Nothing wrong with sounding like a broken record Bob. For those that want 1:43 scale, it is good by George Schire #54072.4.1

And they are exceptional models. (EOM) by John Merritt #54072.4.2

For the collector of 43rd you've got yourself a beauty here but for the collector by Bruce Gibbins #54072.5

Getting the images I want is the reason I collect all scales. (EOM) by Bob Jackman #54072.5.1

Getting the images I want is the reason I collect all scales. (EOM) by Bob Jackman #54072.5.2

All bases are potentialy covered, Bob. True flexibity. (EOM) by Bruce Gibbins #54072.5.2.1

PICs - Daily Dose of Diecast...Friday by John Merritt #54071

All beauties and as always your photos make them look real. THANKS JOHN! (EOM) by George Schire #54071.1

+1. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54071.1.1

+2 (EOM) by John Bono #54071.1.2

Nice colors. Good subject matter. Gr8t photos! (EOM) by Tim Kubiak #54071.2

+1. (EOM) by Bob Jackman #54071.2.1

My favorite of the '60's Chevrolet (EOM) by Bruce Gibbins #54071.3

One of my Favorites 1:1 Pic by Robert Enos #54071.4

Nice SS, Robert. (EOM) by Andy Sixsmith #54071.4.1

PICs - Good old winter time... by Hollis Cornell #54070

Cool shots-excellent model. (EOM) by John Merritt #54070.1

HEY ... How did I get into this car - I thought I'm n Sunny Central Florida - What tha? - What Tha ? (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54070.2

Changed your name to Johnny? (EOM) by Bob Jackman #54070.2.1

Cool. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54070.3

Looks like he made a wrong turn on I-75. (EOM) by Tim Kubiak #54070.4