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  1. David C

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    The Velocity Channel show Chasing Classic Cars with Wayne Carini featured the white one last season.
     
  2. Lusso123

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    There were only two of these 3-seat Ferrari's built. The White one was the original first car built, and the original design - owned for many years by Luigi Chinetti, Sr. until his death upon which the son got it, along with everything else. The second car with the flip-tail rear spoiler was built for Agnelli.
     
  3. Lusso123

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    Failed to sell at auction..... reserve was rather optimistic (read too high).
     
  4. furoni

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    It's funny how everyone seems to be making old Ferraris, some obscure models,yet no one makes a 64 Gto wich would be na instant best seller..go figure these guys!!!
     
  5. Lusso123

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    Pedro you are so very correct!! Some of the choices are truly surprising....... and yet no '64 GTO, 330 LMB, 275 GTBC, 250 P, etc. And honestly I would rather see some really great quality models made rather than the low to mediocre quality pieces being cranked out like sausages. They are definitely aiming for quantity not quality.
     
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    I think we're getting spoiled. Not too long ago there wasn't much choice in 1/18 scale regarding classic Ferraris. Now there's a flood of models. Remember that Ferrari made so many different models, so be patient and maybe that 64 GTO will come eventually. :)
     
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    I don't how many of you have this problem but other then BBR, I send emails to other model manufactures inquiring about purchases of 1:18 models with NO response back! I think BBR has their crap together, they actually have an online store for direct purchases unlike LookSmart and V12 Sportmodels...

    Two weeks ago, I sent an email as instructed on LookSmart's website about inquiring about their Ferrari 288 GTO EVOLUZIONE model... No response yet! Not a smart business move if you ask me!!!!
     
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    ASk Pat, i'm pretty sure he'll know...but those are pretty expensive...about 450€ i guess
     
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    Looksmart anounced a 250p..i'll keep my fingers crossed..
     
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    I have sent emails to looksmart, BBR and Tecnomodel inquiring future models and release dates...they all replied me....
     
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    I got an email back from V12 Sportmodels and the cost for their 250P is $390 Euros = $450ish in US... Its expensive!!! FYI!!!
     
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    And yes, they are expensive, but very beautiful and limited.
    I have already a few models of V12.
     
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    V12 sportmodels are a bit artisanal i guess, and the price is very steep.....
     
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    #167 alebart3, May 5, 2016
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    I have two models, 250TR'58 and 250TR'59 both are in a bad scale, probably 1:17 or less to use Burago TR'58 chassis.
    They are well done but impossible to show them near true 1/18 scale cars!
    See the pic!Top is a V12, the other is a CMC.
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    My BBR 340 Vingale Mille Migla has been shipped... hoping to see it by the end of the week.

    Likewise, the Bburago 488 I ordered should arrive today.
     
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    Speaking of 1/18 LookSmart models, I saw a couple of Scuderia 16M's on eBay for preorder, however I Cannot find them on Looksmart's website. Anyone know anything about these ? The MR versions were nicely done and became somewhat valuable in many cases.
     
  21. BLACK HORSE

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    Yep I noticed that as well... I should have purchased the MR red version when I had the chance.... who knew the prices for their 16M cars would skyrocket.
     
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    I had the Matt grey 16M but I either sold or traded it before they became very expensive. One I wish I had kept..
     
  23. 355_guy

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    Made in limited quantities for the Asia market only..unfortunately won't be seeing them anywhere. I completely missed the boat on the white one and am still upset about it.

     
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