Two-Tone Wednesday! Well, I was going to show a Buick color sample from my collection; however, it seems everyone is in the mood for Mercedes. Here we go – an FM 1926 Mercedes Benz Model K two-tone color sample!!! This is one of my favorites. The interior is also different from the production version. The last photo is from a recent MB oddity reunion 😊 Enjoy!
Great sample, one I regret I don't have ... but gives me an idea what to do with the duplicate I have. I would love to see a picture of the interior too.
After your info about the paintjob i have put the cars beside each other and it's only then that i saw that the paint of the 1957 model is more brownish grey than the standard 1954 model and has a more shiny effect. So the exterior of the car differs too 😁 Thank you.
What a fantastic sample! Please make some pictures of the interior Lu. Where did you get these sample from?
Networking. These are very difficult to find, and they are scarce. Rarely one shows on eBay and then Lu, me and many other sample collectors will compete for them. Best is if you find "sleepers", models that the seller is unaware of their significance, hence they are not advertised as samples; or broken pieces that will scare half of the buyers. But networking is best, however, basically you have to convince someone to part with their models, and that is not always easy nor cheap.
I have received some questions since I started the post. I answered a couple of the common ones below:
How come I have never heard of you before this post?
I was a long-time reader, just too lazy to post anything. I started this post to 1) showcase unique models in my collection and 2)help with the readership since this is a new platform. I probably will go back to hibernation mode at some point.
Where do you find your models?
Initially through eBay, D4C auction page, other collectors, and toy dealers. Once I got crazy enough, cars start to find me 😊
Is any of the models for sale?
I’m flattered; however, I don’t sell or trade.
Are you interested in buying models?
Yes, I’m always looking for interesting 1/24th scale models. Please feel free to message me. Having said that, I’m not looking for NASCAR models. They are great, just not my cup of tea.
Aerodynamic Thursday! This little gem doesn’t require any introduction, but just in case – Talbot Lago T150 from Motor City USA. The black version is the rarest. Enjoy!
Aerodynamic Thursday! This little gem doesn’t require any introduction, but just in case – Talbot Lago T150 from Motor City USA. The black version is the rarest. Enjoy!
Ha, I just got the black TL a week ago, so I also have (finally) the full set. The Holy grail of 1/24 French curves.
My guess is that this a sample was done in US based on the existing model as the seat pattern is covered with fluffy fabric and the lighter blue paint could be sprayed over the existing paint without taking the model apart. Very nice color combo though, I love it.
Here's what they were after
These pictures were taken at the Blackhawk Museum, according to the source. I don't remember seeing this car when I visited several years ago. The car looks better two-toned, apparently the Torpedo is a Saoutchik car.
Although this exact car has the fancy colorful interior.
EV Friday! Let’s take a break from internal combustion engines. Here we have a 2020 C11 from Leap Motor. It has a 90kWh battery pack, a power output of 536 hp, and a range of 342 miles. The price? A little under $30,000. You also get seven seats, three in-dash screens, and 12 cameras for panoramic views. The model is nicely done. Enjoy!
