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17/08/2018 3:27 pm
Franklin Mint '51 Mercury and '52 DeSoto
Just added these 2 little beauties to my collection, both brand-new in the box. These are available at really good prices and I think they're great!photo no longer available
Barry Levittan
Long Island, NY
17/08/2018 3:38 pm
I agree. Some complain about shut lines (& a few other things) but for $10 ($5 each) ..why not?
I bought mine years ago on eBay, for $10, when the "bottom fell out" on these "little gems." My best buy was the 1/43 1959 Ford Skyliner. I paid about $15 for that. I've seen a few sell on eBay for over $100.
Yes indeed, IMO.... these are GREAT buys!
Topic starter
17/08/2018 3:51 pm
I paid $17 for the Merc, $21 for the DeS, both brand-new in box w/papers.
Barry Levittan
Long Island, NY
17/08/2018 5:57 pm
If we stop to think that these cars (pics) were produced about 25 years ago, their features get even better. I like them! I keep the Ford Skyliner with that great roof on display, but they're all special to me. Here are a couple of favorites:
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18/08/2018 12:23 am
You did well Barry. Both models represent great subject matter of two now orphans.