The Scale Model Thread

AmarPaithankar · 18th November 2011, 23:44

I missed adding the 1982 Audi Quattro to the German brigade.

The 1:18 scale model featured here is by Sun Star and is amply detailed except for a few glitches like improper alignment of decals and some large panel gaps.

siddvi · 19th November 2011, 13:40

@Amar: You've got a very good collection and your pics are superb

@flotsam: Congrats on your haul. The Opel Vivaro looks interesting
@Bandhav: Nice shot with those bikes.

Here's my VW vans and a Bettle.

AmarPaithankar · 19th November 2011, 21:48

Siddvi, your VW van collection is unique and comprehensive.

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Originally Posted by siddvi

@Amar: You've got a very good collection and your pics are superb

@flotsam: Congrats on your haul. The Opel Vivaro looks interesting
@Bandhav: Nice shot with those bikes.

Here's my VW vans and a Bettle.

Auto freak · 19th November 2011, 21:49

Three new cars added to my 1:18 garage today!
Lambo Gallardo Superleggera - Maisto
Porsche 911 GT3 RS - Welly
Lambo Murcielago - Maisto

The Gallardo and GT3 RS are of great quality for their price.
The Murcie disappoints though. Ill fitting doors and poor paint job near the doors
(it was actually a replacement to the Audi TT i had ordered as the seller was not able to source it in a month)

Here go the pics!

AmarPaithankar · 19th November 2011, 21:57

Maisto, BBurago and to an extent Welly are built to a price and can be termed compromises at best.

If this is to be taken up seriously as a hobby, invest in better brands like Auto Art, Kyosho, Minichamps, Sun Star, etc. You will / may end up having fewer models in your collection but the shear detail and finish of these models increase your viewing pleasure and collection value manifold.

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Originally Posted by Auto freak

Three new cars added to my 1:18 garage today!
Lambo Gallardo Superleggera - Maisto
Porsche 911 GT3 RS - Welly
Lambo Murcielago - Maisto

The Gallardo and GT3 RS are of great quality for their price.
The Murcie disappoints though. Ill fitting doors and poor paint job near the doors
(it was actually a replacement to the Audi TT i had ordered as the seller was not able to source it in a month)

Here go the pics!

Auto freak · 19th November 2011, 22:11

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Originally Posted by AmarPaithankar

Maisto, BBurago and to an extent Welly are built to a price and can be termed compromises at best.

If this is to be taken up seriously as a hobby, invest in better brands like Auto Art, Kyosho, Minichamps, Sun Star, etc. You will / may end up having fewer models in your collection but the shear detail and finish of these models increase your viewing pleasure and collection value manifold.

Sure i will head into the brands you ve mentioned very soon. I m just a starter in scale model collections. Have a little over 15 models all bburagos and maistos.. (only one autoart!)
Have been amused many a times by the finish and intricate details of autoart models. will venture into them soon!

The Red Devil · 20th November 2011, 13:09

Manish, I have just bought my first Tamiya model. It would be great if you could help me out with the build. I am in Bangalore too, so is there anyway we could meet? Thanks

artofzen · 20th November 2011, 13:55

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Originally Posted by AmarPaithankar

Maisto, BBurago and to an extent Welly are built to a price and can be termed compromises at best.

If this is to be taken up seriously as a hobby, invest in better brands like Auto Art, Kyosho, Minichamps, Sun Star, etc. You will / may end up having fewer models in your collection but the shear detail and finish of these models increase your viewing pleasure and collection value manifold.

Serious hobby , then I would suggest CMC. Period. Exoto, Schuco are also brilliant. Only after these comes AutoArt, Minichamps, Franklin Mint, Kyosho.

The downside is, CMC's average costs are 400 USD. But their ONE shark nosed F1 models will be enough for tons of AutoART/Minichamps.

artofzen · 20th November 2011, 14:15

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Originally Posted by RPMPKDMFF

I've got that on order :-) ... looking forward to holding it soon

The Porsche transporter by Schuco!!!.

I have been itching to buy this !!!. they also have a exquisitely crafted VW van in the same theme.

If you keep the bill, box and the model in reasonable shape, I bet it will be worth easily 1000 USD or more in the future. Schuco doesnt repeat production of most of their models.

PetrolInMyVeins · 20th November 2011, 15:06

I agree about the sheer awesomeness of CMC,Exoto and Schuco.Also,TrueScale Miniatures looks very promising.Only problem is these brands are super expensive and have rather limited catalogues.If you are interested in more modern subjects,AutoArt,Kyosho and Minichamps are the best brands on offer for detailed 1:18 diecast metal scale-model cars.

The Red Devil · 20th November 2011, 15:17

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Originally Posted by manishalive

Amar,

That is great news. But I am bankcrupt now. May be I will pick up one 1:43 model

Manish, I have just bought my first Tamiya model. It would be great if you could help me out with the build. I am in Bangalore too, so is there anyway we could meet? Thanks

manishalive · 20th November 2011, 17:35

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Originally Posted by The Red Devil

Manish, I have just bought my first Tamiya model. It would be great if you could help me out with the build. I am in Bangalore too, so is there anyway we could meet? Thanks

Sure just send over your contact details, will chat over phone and can meet up on next weekend if we are free.

By the way what you picked, please post pictures.

PetrolInMyVeins · 20th November 2011, 18:21

Haven't posted anything on here in ages so I thought I'd share some newer photos of my collection.
Here's a Ferrari F40 and a Ferrari Enzo (Test Car) in 1:12 scale by Kyosho.
Hope you guys like what you see!

manishalive · 20th November 2011, 19:28

Friends,

Recently I purchased 1:18 Alfa Romeo Montreal by AutoArt in Orange, I did a photo shoot but it did not came out good.

This shoot out was done in early morning, as suggested by some friends and it came out good.

By the way I clubbed the Lamborghini Miura by BBurago which is also in orange.

So here you go with the two Bertone beauties, need we say any more.

SuperSelect · 20th November 2011, 19:56

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Originally Posted by manishalive

So here you go with the two Bertone beauties, need we say any more.

Manish Bhai - The Montreal has made my day AND my week buddy ! Monday doesn't seem scary any more, with the energy your pics have given me.

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Originally Posted by siddvi

Here's my VW vans and a Bettle.

Lovely Veedubs Siddvi - quite a line up !!

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Originally Posted by AmarPaithankar

I missed adding the 1982 Audi Quattro to the German brigade.

The 1:18 scale model featured here is by Sun Star and is amply detailed except for a few glitches like improper alignment of decals and some large panel gaps.

Ahhh, Amar - the last of the great rally Audis ! What memories..

18th November 2011, 23:44	#10861
AmarPaithankar BHPian Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Pune Posts: 126 Thanked: 346 Times	Re: The Scale Model Thread I missed adding the 1982 Audi Quattro to the German brigade. The 1:18 scale model featured here is by Sun Star and is amply detailed except for a few glitches like improper alignment of decals and some large panel gaps. Attached Thumbnails
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19th November 2011, 13:40	#10862
siddvi BHPian Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Bangalore Posts: 54 Thanked: 48 Times	Re: The Scale Model Thread @Amar: You've got a very good collection and your pics are superb @flotsam: Congrats on your haul. The Opel Vivaro looks interesting @Bandhav: Nice shot with those bikes. Here's my VW vans and a Bettle. Attached Thumbnails
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19th November 2011, 21:49	#10864
Auto freak BHPian Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Chennai Posts: 313 Thanked: 347 Times View My Garage	Re: The Scale Model Thread Three new cars added to my 1:18 garage today! Lambo Gallardo Superleggera - Maisto Porsche 911 GT3 RS - Welly Lambo Murcielago - Maisto The Gallardo and GT3 RS are of great quality for their price. The Murcie disappoints though. Ill fitting doors and poor paint job near the doors (it was actually a replacement to the Audi TT i had ordered as the seller was not able to source it in a month) Here go the pics! Attached Thumbnails
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20th November 2011, 13:09	#10867
The Red Devil BHPian Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Bangalore Posts: 27 Thanked: 35 Times	Re: The Scale Model Thread Manish, I have just bought my first Tamiya model. It would be great if you could help me out with the build. I am in Bangalore too, so is there anyway we could meet? Thanks
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20th November 2011, 15:06	#10870
PetrolInMyVeins Newbie Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Mumbai Posts: 5 Thanked: 13 Times	Re: The Scale Model Thread I agree about the sheer awesomeness of CMC,Exoto and Schuco.Also,TrueScale Miniatures looks very promising.Only problem is these brands are super expensive and have rather limited catalogues.If you are interested in more modern subjects,AutoArt,Kyosho and Minichamps are the best brands on offer for detailed 1:18 diecast metal scale-model cars.
	() Thanks

20th November 2011, 18:21	#10873
PetrolInMyVeins Newbie Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Mumbai Posts: 5 Thanked: 13 Times	Re: The Scale Model Thread Haven't posted anything on here in ages so I thought I'd share some newer photos of my collection. Here's a Ferrari F40 and a Ferrari Enzo (Test Car) in 1:12 scale by Kyosho. Hope you guys like what you see!
	(3) Thanks

20th November 2011, 19:28	#10874
manishalive Senior - BHPian Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Bangalore Posts: 2,516 Thanked: 1,085 Times	Re: The Scale Model Thread Friends, Recently I purchased 1:18 Alfa Romeo Montreal by AutoArt in Orange, I did a photo shoot but it did not came out good. This shoot out was done in early morning, as suggested by some friends and it came out good. By the way I clubbed the Lamborghini Miura by BBurago which is also in orange. So here you go with the two Bertone beauties, need we say any more.
	(3) Thanks