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  1. tifosi12

    tifosi12 Four Time F1 World Champ
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    #1 tifosi12, Jun 7, 2004
    Here some pictures of the various Testarossa models I have collected over the years:

    The original Testarossa as a street and racing version.

    The modern Testarossa as a GTB and Hamann spider.

    The 512TR as a GTS.

    The 512M and the Mythos, which is based on a TR.

    BTW: The GTS and spider versions do exist in real life as customization jobs.
     
  2. Gimme Fuel

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    #2 Gimme Fuel, Jun 7, 2004
    Nice models Andreas - I'm on the look for your 512M, but its a bit expensive because its rare, but I think I'm gonna invest in one soon.


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  3. F40

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    #3 F40, Jun 7, 2004
    I was really dissapointed with my 512M when I got it... It's ok as long as you don't look at the wheels.
     
  4. urraco

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    #4 urraco, Jun 9, 2004
    what make is the black spider one? if Revell I have it too.
    your collections lacks of a Yellow by Bburago
     
  5. BlueBiturbo

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    #5 BlueBiturbo, Jun 10, 2004
    Nice !

    Who made the 512M in 1/18? I'm looking for that car in that scale.

    Thanks
     
  6. tifosi12

    tifosi12 Four Time F1 World Champ
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    #6 tifosi12, Jun 10, 2004
    Have to get back on that one to you. Also have to check for the 512M.

    BTW: I'm not into collecting cars of different colors, but of different shapes.
     
  7. tifosi12

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    #7 tifosi12, Jun 11, 2004
    Checked the models last night and here is the scoop:

    The 512 Spider is actually a Bburago, obviously hand modified.

    The 512TR is a Mira, but it is not a 512 TR as I thought, just a 512. The lettering on the back was hard to read, sorry.

    BTW: The Bburago as well as the Mira 512 are poorly done in the engine compartment. Looks like a toy.
     
  8. Bimmerista

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    #8 Bimmerista, Jul 4, 2004
    The 512M is made by Hot Wheels. Its a VERY detailed model. I have a black one for sale if you're interested. Mint condition, no box.
     
  9. jenzo

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    #9 jenzo, Jul 4, 2004
    Is the hotwheels 512M a good model? From what I have seen soo far, it appears to be abit off key, it does not look in proportion, looks completely wrong!!!!

    j3nzo
     
  10. DodgeViper01

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    #10 DodgeViper01, Jul 4, 2004
    Not the greatest but where else can you get one other than Hot Wheels? Sure there are custom ones but they are never that great. I find myself in the same situation quite often, I end up getting models from companies I do not like because they are the only ones that made the particular item.
     
  11. tifosi12

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    #11 tifosi12, Jul 5, 2004
    Same here. My credo is, that I rather have a mediocre model than none at all.

    I remember way back when Bburago was the only company out there and all I had and thought it was great. Then came Kyosho and showed the difference, but that doesn't mean I'm tossing out my Bburagos, Mattels or Ertl.
     
  12. tonin0804

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    #12 tonin0804, Jul 5, 2004
    Same here too. Makes like Mira, Bburago, ERTL, Guiloy, doesn't make a great product, but it's better than nothing. It's incredible how a model like the 512 TR from Mira can be selt on the eBay with a higher price than a Kyosho, or something like that. It's hard to find one, this is the reason.
    When i was a kid, i also thought that Bburago was the better make, but you always learn along the years...
     
  13. tonin0804

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    #13 tonin0804, Jul 5, 2004
    By the way, i love the TR spider. It's a Hamman, or a Straman??
    In this so beautiful black i can't see. Congratulations!!
     
  14. tifosi12

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    #14 tifosi12, Jul 5, 2004
    Yes, it is supposed to be a Hamman conversion. It is incredibly well done as it is not hiding the cut off roof under a canopy. The picture doesn't do it enough credit.
     

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