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Re large scale 365 GT 2+2 model would anyone like to scratch build one for me ? What would you charge ?
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A few pictures of my recent arrivals..

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infact I'm quite desperate cause i don't see bbr /tecnomodel or other model maker offer new Schumacher f1 models. I would like to have quality models.

 

The elite ones (they released all 5 champion cars with Shumacher) were pretty decent

 

Here you go, take the whole set!

https://www.ebay.it/itm/Hot-Wheels-Elite-1-18-Schumacher-Ferrari-Alle-5-WM-Autos-2000-2004-OVP/202498852579?hash=item2f25df46e3:g:GokAAOSwmLlX3r7r:rk:11f:0

 

Hello Gatorrari, The Minichamps and Hotwheels models are the the only way to add Schumacher's Ferrari cars to the collection.

I have all of the MS years and many of the different versions, they are nice examples and display really well but the exoto 641, 312's, 246, 500, sharknose etc are in another world.

The standard HW vs HW Elites, the Elites have much nicer wheels and locking nuts, metal fasteners, photo etch /material seat belts, the decals look of a better quality also. They do not have the driver in the car compared to some of the standard models if that makes a difference to you.

They did Elite versions of the championship MS cars and also a F2007 Test version.

For 2002 and 2004 there are so many different version but in short the Elites are the highest quality examples, although closed models. The 2004 looks great and is a favourite of mine. It is from the belgium gp with wet weather tyres, it was also Ferrari's 700th GP so it has a small decal "700 gp" decal on the side winglet.

Hotwheels did do an open version, a 2004 All time record holder. It comes in a Clam style presentation box, standing MS figure and details of Schumacher records on the base. The engine cover can be removed showing the engine detail and radiators etc but not to the level of the exoto / CMC cars. i have it packed away but can take some photos if you are interested.

 

Very nice additions to your growing collection.

 

Those look great.

-F

 

Thanks, i'm aware of the issues with the 315s, but i just love that car, probably the most beautiful sports car from Ferrari in the 50s, so, since i doubt anyone else will make it i took this one..and i must say, despite the mistakes the model is gorgeous!
As for teh 250P, i'm glad i waited for it because it looks so much more refined than the Tecnomodel!

 

Up for pre-order soon on BBR's model store site 1/18 Pagani Zonda HP Barchetta

https://www.bbrmodels.it/english/car-model-p18161a_pagani-barchetta-2018-carbon-fiber-blue-horacio-pagani.aspx

 

Could you show me a picture of the all time record 2004 car?thank you

 

A Bizarrini and a ligier are coming from tecnomodel....


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Say what you want about Tecnomodel, and I'm a big critic of their lack of detail, but they do know how to choose interesting cars to model. I recently bought the De Tomaso Pantera by them. Quite nice. Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login

 

..and it looks very nice to me! I agree with you, they pick them very well, the Bizarrini looks tasty..i myself have 3 Tecnomodels and can remenber of 2 or 3 more i would like to have, but it's also true that for the same price, a BBR or a Looksmart are much more detailed.

 

Agree. I've included the low rear view picture of the Pantera as it shows quite acceptable detail, even though you don't notice it that much when seen from a more regular view. On the other hand, I passed on the 512M because the rear detail is horribly lacking. A Hot Wheels 512S has much more detail. For those kinds of sports racers with Kamm tails I think it's crucial to have at least some acceptable detail around the rear.

 

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Some news from BBR, pics taken from diecastinternational.

can't wait for one of those 375mm!


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is the white #26 plate correct or is it yellow as on the real car?

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I would say yellow, at least all the models i have from the panamericana are yellow...

 

MATRIX 250 GT Bertone


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Well that is a nice surprise. One of my all time favorite Ferrari's. However, I can see that there are missing details. Have not bothered to check any of my reference yet, but hopefully this will be good.

 

Looks amazing, lately there have been so many incredible releases...too bad i can't have them all!!!!

 

MATRIX 250 GTE

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Saw this on Diecastsociety:
https://diecastsociety.com/davis-giovanni-new-ferrari-tuner-cars/

I didn't know much about this manifacturer so I looked up some Ebay sales. Why are the models bij Davis & Giovanni so expensive?
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they have nice painting, lolo....most of what they do is just tuning garbage, but the painting is very good....they just like to make them expensive for the asian buyers, they love that sort of thing!