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10/11/2014 9:03 am
What do you think is the most realistic model in 1:24th that was made by ANY of the mints?
Now you don't have to like the 1:1 car and you can even HATE IT, I'm just talking about from a modeling perspective what do you think is the most realistic 1:24th model? To begin with while FM made many many great models, none IMO come close to the one that I am picking. I really think DM nailed it with their 1965 Convertible Thunderbird. I owned a 1:1 and it really blows my mind how every detail is spot on. Grille, dash, dash textures, "feel" of the parts, stance, shape of the up top, etc.. The only thing I have ever mentioned was the lack of an opening fuel fill door, but that's IT! Even the look of the brushed metal trim on the seat backs and door panels is spot on! There are many other models that are almost life like or are life like, but IMO this one has to be the best ever!
Again please keep it to what you think was the most realistic model made. It dosn't matter if you like the car or hate it as a 1:1 or a 1:24th model, it just has to look realistic in your opinion!
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10/11/2014 9:09 am
I just thought of a FM that competes!
Beleive it or not the FM "New Beetle"!! If you own one, take the time to examine all the details, features, textures and overall shape and stance. It really looks like a shrunken down 1:1 1998 Bettle! I was blown away when I bought the red one. I remember i had it on my desk for several days and it was so realistic it creeped me out a little LOL I felt like I was a super human that was larger then life and I was holding a real car in my hands! What do YOU think? These two have to be two of the most realistic models made by anyone to date! Some of CMCs are good but they lack chassis detail and while I love the REAL leather, the detail of the seat patterns gets muffled when done in real leather.
10/11/2014 10:35 am
For me, it's the 1971 Pewter Boss 351. I just reread Tony's review and I have even more appreciation for this model. The 65 T-Bird is a close second, even though it doesn't have working suspension.
10/11/2014 11:17 am
I have to go with a DM model as well. the 1967 Dodge Hemi Charger.
I have to agree that the 64-65 T-Birds are so very realistic looking, as is the big '59 Bonneville. the '56 Buick's are also so superbly done. But since I know the 1:1 Chargers intimately, I'll say that one model captures a significant aspect of reality regarding the actual car.
10/11/2014 11:42 am
DM 1964 Thunderbird 2-door hardtop; DM '56 Buick Roadmaster 4-door hardtop. But then, my collection is not as extensive as most of you guys'
10/11/2014 12:14 pm
Two come to mind - FM 1963 Sting Ray in fiberglas and DM 1948 Buick in two-tone gray.
10/11/2014 12:38 pm
I can only comment on what is in my collection; but, '3' come to mind...
- FM / 1966 Shelby Cobra 427 S/C / guardsman blue + white stripes
- DM / 1963 Corvette pro-modified / silver blue
- DM / 1956 Bel Air hardtop / red + beige (my personal 'Holy Grail')
10/11/2014 12:53 pm
Any of the Fiberglass Corvette offerings - I love 'em
10/11/2014 1:01 pm
DM's 1936 Packard V-12 Sport Phaeton
I always looked at that model as DM's swan song... arguably a high watermark in design, parts and quality build.
(and when I say "arguably", I'll expect one.)
10/11/2014 1:09 pm
No argument from me, Rich! I second your choice for best!
10/11/2014 1:26 pm
Phil, I totally agree on the 1998 Volkswagon. Every detail on this model is outstanding including the shut lines. I believe it was Rich Sufficool who brought the details of this model to light a couple of years ago. Your pick of the Thunderbird is another that I agree with as well.
10/11/2014 1:28 pm
GREAT question Phil; and GREAT answers all!! For me...
...after quantifying your question with a defining answer to what is "realistic", I settled on this: "That which represents familiar things in a way that is accurate or true to life."
In that scenario, to me, and for the 1:24th scale, I'd have to go along with the previous picks of the Danbury Mint's Boss 351 and the awesome Packard that Rich suggested.
But overall, and holding to the definition of the original question, I very well may go with this one:
Danbury Mint at its finest!
10/11/2014 1:53 pm
Hey, Tony....thanks! I had fun re-reading your review of the Caddy roadster. Reminds me of the good old days. My answer to Phil's question, though, would be the 1/12 scale 1930 Cadillac V-16. Maybe not fair to mention a large scale car, but during development, that one had every detail critiqued by a collector of V-16 Cadillacs. He even had us correct the shape of the mufflers!
10/11/2014 2:01 pm
OK, I see that Phil did specify 1/24 scale.
I think the best way to decide how realistic a model is, is to take it outside and photograph it. If it is difficult to tell from the 1:1 car, then the "realism" factor is high. IMHO, I would vote for the DM '58 or '59 Bonnevilles.
10/11/2014 2:47 pm
Yes, I would add the '71 Mustang too. that model has everything, it fits well, and looks real, I just don't know enough about the real car to say it's close or not. it looks to me like a real car sitting on the shelf.
there are at least 20 DM models that could fit this list, and a few FM models too,
and maybe a GMP or two. and for sure some West Coast Precision Diecast
as well. for a while there, we had it made....
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