Diecast Collections?

[faminz]

well, with threads on slot cars... what about diecast cars?
Anyone else (rhetorical question Im sure) collect 1:18 or 1:43 model cars?

One of my latest is this Exoto Ford GT40 raced by Hulme and Ruby at Le mans in 67..

Its getting so bad Im actually having to sell some of the older models on Trademe to make space nowadays..

[nigel watts]

Wow cool looking model

[AMCO72]

It certainly is. I bought mine from a shop in Newmarket but I can't remember it's name......gone now. But everything works on this model...steering, doors, bonnet and engine bay etc, and it so HEAVY. The detail is exquisite. Also have the Autoart 1/18 versions of the Jaguar C and D types. I think from memory that all these cost in the region of $350 each....and this is 15 years ago, so weren't cheap. The thing with models like these is that they have to be kept behind glass or the dusting of them becomes a problem....does in our house anyway. I'm afraid I'm not one to keep them in their original boxes, although I do keep the containers. Remember that outfit in England, 'Mint and Boxed'.....something dodgy went on there as it self destructed some years ago.

[kiwi285]

Yes I also have a collection of about 20 of the 1/18 scale models. These are mainly of the older Australian saloon cars from the days of yore. Unfortunately they are now packed away in their boxes as I have run out of room to dispaly them. Had a few of them in my office and they always drew positive comments.

[Lee Tracey]

Models! Now we're talking. Have a very large collection of models primarily in 1:43 scale covering a wide variety of subjects. In fact given the prices and release rates these days I am trying to restrict myself to certain main themes. One of which, naturally is NZ related models.

Some examples

C. McRae 1994 Rally NZ Impreza


Rally NZ winning Peugeots


The most famous non winning entrant in Rally NZ history.


The Rat


The Kiwi Assault Le Mans 1996


M7A by RBA

Plenty more where these came from.

Cheers
Lee

[Snoozin]

My kind of discussion!

I have a relatively extensive collection, my main focus is on Japanese sports saloons and coupes from the 60's - 80's. However I do have a smattering of others, inclusive of some 1:18 Group 5 BMW 320i's, Lancia 037's in rally trim, some road BMW's... basically if it's a 60's - 80's tintop I'm likely to have an interest in it.

Scales include a selection of 1:64 Konami (Japanese brand) highly detailed Japanese car range, a bunch of 1:43 Alfa's which were purchased before I shifted my focus to 1:18, with the bulk being 1:18 Autoart, Kyosho and Minichamps branded items. Latest addition was a series 1 Mazda RX7 road car, the next is likely to be a TA22 Celica road car.

faminz - that GT40 is stunning, Exoto do some fantastic stuff at prices that are generally above my budget/justification.

[Lee Tracey]

I suggest model collectors get ready to eat a lot of 2 minute noodles this year.

I have just seen Spark Models planned release schedule for 2012. How about
M2Bs Monaco and Britain
MA7s ROC (Bruce) US (Denny)
BT20 Monaco (Denny)
BT24 Germany (Denny)
M6GT
McLaren #47 1964 (Bruce)
#5 Nassau 64
#4 Can Am 66
March 707 Can Am 70 Chris
T70 BOAC 500 67 Hulme Brabham
Ensign N176 Belgium 76 Chris

Despite however adding such no names as Marko and Migault to their BRM line ups there is still no room for Howden

Cheers
Lee

[John B]

Hi Lee & fellow collectors,

Lee I know you're a big fan of the Spark brand of 1:43rd resin models. Well you may like to know that your model collecting has just become a little cheaper! SPR Limited - the NZ importer & distributor of Spark, Bizarre & TrueScale models - has just launched a new online store.

Check out the Sponsors News Forum of this site, or visit www.spr-models.co.nz

Cheers,
John

[Lee Tracey]

Those members who collect might also be interested in these two reviews of the new Minichamps 66 Le Mans winner
http://www.diecast.org/diecast98/html/asp/forums/forum43/viewMessage.asp?id=97527&start=97527
http://www.diecast.org/diecast98/html/asp/forums/forum43/viewMessage.asp?id=96802&start=96802
Looks like it is the best so far.

Cheers
Lee

[GeebeeNZ]

I hope I am not regarded as a sick person as I have about $3,000 worth of Fiats and Ferrari's. The Fiats outnumber the Ferrari's about 4 to 1. Most are 1/43 because they take up less space than those fantastic 1/18 th models.

[david5]

Models ? Nah, what a waste, oops hang on,

[bry3500]

Exoto Chapparals

[bry3500]

Ford GT40 Mk IV - M. Andretti/Bianchi- Le Mans

[Ellis]

Found this one on the web......Nuthin like full size models

[John B]

Those members who collect might also be interested in these two reviews of the new Minichamps 66 Le Mans winner
http://www.diecast.org/diecast98/html/asp/forums/forum43/viewMessage.asp?id=97527&start=97527
http://www.diecast.org/diecast98/html/asp/forums/forum43/viewMessage.asp?id=96802&start=96802
Looks like it is the best so far.

Cheers
Lee

Interesting comparisons on the McLaren/Amon Le Mans Winner. I'm looking forward to seeing the 1:43 Spark version that is due at the end of this year. Spark is renowned for their accuracy.

[Rod Grimwood]

Got about 50 odd from years gone by, not allowed anymore after about 10 years ago.
Got a GT40 Chassis 1075 won Le Mans 68 & 69 limited edition only 200 made with authenticity card signed by the engineer Phil Remington in ink and all. (was not cheap) kept in a very safe and locked area.

[John B]

Ford GT40 Mk IV - M. Andretti/Bianchi- Le Mans

Fantastic weathering and damage affect. Did you do this yourself, or was the model purchased like this?
John

[bry3500]

Fantastic weathering and damage affect. Did you do this yourself, or was the model purchased like this?
John

Purchased like that John

[Rod Grimwood]

Some photos, I am not the best with camera but give you an idea.

[Rod Grimwood]

Couple more, the suspension moves, steering, Etc. seats are real leather