new Automodello 1/24 releases

Geoff, nice looking models.  Any word on when the Kingswood Estate wagons will ship?  I ordered a yellow one a few months ago and am really looking forward to getting it.  I also see that a 1961 Cadillac convertible is in the works and will probably get one of them as well.  

Thanks Geoff!

I love the Automodello models, they're just too pricey for me😟

Posted by: @pete-rovero

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Geoff, nice looking models.  Any word on when the Kingswood Estate wagons will ship?  I ordered a yellow one a few months ago and am really looking forward to getting it.  I also see that a 1961 Cadillac convertible is in the works and will probably get one of them as well.  

"If you'll be so kind to answer on my behalf, the Chevy wagons are due to exit China this month and am expecting arrival by November/December."

Ditto for me too.  That might be nice looking, but a static model at his price point.  Maybe I'm behind the times but when you were able to get a working model for $100 - $150k why would I pay Automodello what he is asking.  

Geno, John, I certainly take your point about the individual model costs. I look at as if I'm spending the same on 1 or 2 Automodellos a year as I would on 3 or 4 DMs. 

Thank you for the info Geoff!

The models are beautifully crafted, and the price is right for the times. I know it seems high compared to the last mint models we purchased. But that was ten years ago. The final issues from the mints were just over $200, and they were essentially reworks. That would work out to about $265 today. Of course, other factors are at work as well. Automodellos models are resin, and production numbers are exceptionally smaller than diecast.
Static may not be your thing. I get it. For me, working features have never been a huge issue. I look for fidelity, finish, and high detail. Bit, we all have our own collecting motivations. That's one of the things that make the hobby sweet. 

That's why I really like the Salvat/Hachette/IXO, etc. models. They are also beautifully done, especially for the price point. Not extremely limited production models, but then again, LE's were never a real selling point for me. I buy what I like. And I've gotten several from them that the Mints didn't do.😊

Posted by: @geno

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That's why I really like the Salvat/Hachette/IXO, etc. models

And this rather unusual design, an Hachette 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 Disco Volante Spider.

This is why I am so keen on the Salvat/Hachette/IXO et al models, the amazing variety. 2 Italian Alfas and then these Japanese models arrived from Jumajo a couple of weeks ago.

Hachette 1978 Mazda RX7. Hugely popular car here in Australia.

And well, I am partial to the odd looking vehicle. Wouldn't drive one but happy to have them in my diverse model car collection.

Hachette Suzuki.

@geoff-jowett 

Beautiful models Geoff!!

Geoff, those are all stunning, and they don't break the bank. 💯👍😊

thanks Tony, Geno. Yes great models at great prices. The other interesting thing about Hachette/Salvat et al is their production runs. Some are around for years, at times repainted, others like the desired Falcon, just disappear almost overnight! I'd love to know more about who, and what they are. 

@geoff-jowett  I've searched but couldn't find anything about the company.🤔