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Discussion in 'Collectables, Literature, & Models' started by Webby, Apr 10, 2006.

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  1. Webby

    Webby F1 Veteran

    Sep 12, 2004
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    #1 Webby, Apr 10, 2006
  2. Webby

    Webby F1 Veteran

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    #2 Webby, Apr 10, 2006
  3. DutchDude

    DutchDude Formula Junior

    Jun 4, 2004
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    Ruud
    #3 DutchDude, Apr 10, 2006
    The first one is a Maisto as well, I have exactly the same one. As far as I can see, the only difference between the first one and the second one is the design of the rims. The first one (which I have) has the prototype rims I believe, the second one has the official Carrera GT rims. I have no idea why Maisto came up with two different editions.
    The quality of the model is OK. The only thing that really dissapointed me is that you can not "pop up" the rear spoiler. But overall, I like it.
     
  4. Eric W

    Eric W Formula Junior

    Jan 4, 2004
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    #4 Eric W, Apr 10, 2006
    Those are both the same models.

    Advantoy is only an Ebay seller, not the manufacturer. Maisto is the manufacturer. :)
     
  5. Webby

    Webby F1 Veteran

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    #5 Webby, Apr 10, 2006
    Haha, that's embarassing.
    Well that's too bad about the spoiler but I don't mind much. I think I might grab one of those.
    Thanks for the info guys.
     
  6. slk99

    slk99 Formula 3

    Jun 8, 2004
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    #6 slk99, Apr 10, 2006
    For better quality, you can think about those made by Autoart or Minichamps.

    Autoart makes black and silver ones.

    Minichamps makes red ones in normal packing and silver ones in Factory dealer box(...quite expensive piece...)
     
  7. RocketBoy

    RocketBoy Formula 3

    Feb 13, 2004
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    #7 RocketBoy, Apr 10, 2006
    Andrew,

    Why not just go to Sams Club? Im certain the Maisto brand is carried there as I saw a dark silver CGT there perhaps 2-3 weeks ago. They are around the same price and you don't have to worry about shipping damage. As mentioned by SLK99, there are better models out there but on a college budget, just run over to Sams and you may find one lying around.

    RocketBoy
     
  8. Webby

    Webby F1 Veteran

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    #8 Webby, Apr 10, 2006
    I've never been to Sams Club, I don't go shopping much. Thanks for the tip though, I'll definitely stop by there! I much prefer shopping in person over shopping online.

    Autoart and Minichamp ones are definitely high-quality but way way over my budget.
     
  9. slk99

    slk99 Formula 3

    Jun 8, 2004
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    #9 slk99, Apr 10, 2006
    that's a $ vs quality issue... anyways, I used to buy Kyosho, Minichamps, Autoart more than Maisto, unless other brands did not make the model, otherwise, I won't go for Maisto. However, I can see that Maisto has improved its quality over its models, i.e. MB SLK... CGT and Carrera 4S...

    I have about 4 CGT, 2 AA (Blk and silver), 1 MC in red and 1 Maisto CGT concept in prosche dealer box. I found the one in prosche dealer box, the quality are slightly better than the Maisto normal ones.
     
  10. Guibo

    Guibo Karting

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    #10 Guibo, Apr 11, 2006
  11. ApeGen

    ApeGen Formula 3
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    Jun 3, 2004
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    #11 ApeGen, Apr 12, 2006
    The Maisto CGT is one of the best budget models you can find. For a model that only retails for $20, it is really a fantastic model.
     
  12. Webby

    Webby F1 Veteran

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    #12 Webby, Apr 12, 2006
    Thanks guys. Once I get a CGT my model collection will be complete. :)
     

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