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09/09/2013 8:19 am
1948 Tucker Q: is the DM version, superior to the FM one?
I am considering DM 1948 Tucker, however I already have blue and golden FM 1948 Tuckers. If I buy the DM version I will get rid of the blue FM, because the paint is just unacceptable. Is the swap worth the extra effort and the forty something dollar difference?
09/09/2013 8:29 am
Yes it is a finer detailed and more modern tech model. However, it is the "Tin Goose" model that was shown at car shows before the production models. FM's model is the production model.
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09/09/2013 8:52 am
Thanks for pointing this out, Douglas
I did read Richards' review of the model explaining the differences between the production and the prototype versions. I am gonna go for it and look for the DM model.
BTW: I like the real car in black as shown in the Ford museum, so I may repaint the blue one someday. They go for only $20-30 on ebay, so it is not worth selling.
09/09/2013 9:12 am
Chav - inquire about the paint. The DM model I had developed some bad rash all over. Just a heads up. Otherwise it is a nice model.
09/09/2013 10:08 am
Mine too. I tried Novus 2 and it fixed the worse areas and looked clean, but 3 years later the problem came back again.
09/09/2013 10:27 am
I have the 2 FM's and the DM "Tin Goose". I think all are great. FM still cared with the Tucker.
George Schire
Oakdale, Minnesota
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09/09/2013 10:42 am
Mark and Eloy thanks for the heads up.
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09/09/2013 10:45 am
I am happy with the golden one, but the blue one lacks luster, perhaps it is just a bad copy.
09/09/2013 12:05 pm
DM is prototype & rear doors are hinged at front of door Production was suiside style. There are dif
09/09/2013 1:55 pm
I had the blue one and I sold it. Look for the DM version
I heard other collectors say their DM tucker have smooth paint. Just ask before buying or bidding. Maybe its just a small batch of these that have this problem.
10/09/2013 3:28 am
Ditto on the paint rash.
12/09/2013 9:05 am
Just checked my DM Tucker and the paint is perfect.
I've had it since January 2005.