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Marty Johnson
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I've been very fortunate that the model car manufacturers have brought 33 of my Holy Grail "Must Have" models to market.  I've acquired all available that fall into the Holy Grail category.  Some required modification, but the basic model had to be available.  Only a handful of models remain unmade that are in my list of "Must Have.   How about you? 

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Hi Marty,

My Holy Grail models would be a stock Pantera and a Man gusta. Both in 1/18 and preferably by AutoArt.

The Kyosho ? Pantera was / is a disappointment.

Laughing Out Loud



   
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Marty Johnson
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@100ford2003 - I have no problem with the Kyosho Pantera.  I think it's typical Kyosho quality in fidelity and detail.  I did swap out the air cleaner for a better unit, though.  

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My holy grail model is a 1963 Thunderbird Sports Roadster in 1/24 scale. Danbury Mint had one in the works when they shut down model car operations. Thanks to Pete Rovero I have the 62 in the color of my 1/1. I also have the Anson model in 1/18 scale repainted in the color of my 1/1...Champaign.



   
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I think I'd like to have a fully featured/detailed and functional 1/24th scale 1928 Chevrolet National AB Pickup K-31:

               

1928 Chevrolet National AB Pickup K31


   
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Rich Sufficool
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@perrone1 WOW! Interesting choice, Tony. I'm seeing a whole new side to you. Whoda thunk it?



   
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Posted by: @rich-sufficool

@perrone1 WOW! Interesting choice, Tony. I'm seeing a whole new side to you. Whoda thunk it?

LOL! (I want mine with a Corvette engine Rich!) Laugh  



   
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How about a '47 Hudson Super 6 171 Series Convertible?

 

1947 Hudson Super Six, 171 Series, Convertible, 2 Door

 

And of course, a long time favorite Grail car of mine is the '36 Mercedes-Benz 500K Special Roadster

 

1936 mercedes benz 500k special roadster


   
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Tony, I have the Hudson in 1/43 scale.



   
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