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14/01/2024 6:35 pm
A little bit of a change for me. Now this isn't the 1st time I purchased a model based on its appearance alone, as before, I am intrigued by the look enough to take the next step and buy it.
I have a couple Bugatti models in 1:24 scale, and two of them are impressive, very large models. So, that I'm familiar with. I came across this model last October when we previewed the Wayne Moyer Collection. I picked it twice and set it back down. It was interesting but it falls outside of my main collecting interest. Something about it kept bringing me back for another look. To be honest, I hoped that someone else would be interested and give it a home. I had started to fill my basket with some must have choices and every time I glanced over to the table this model was on, there it was. I went over for another look. The model seemed well done, great colors and as I said, an impressive overall look. I placed the model in my basket so I could think about it some more, safely. I was hooked, as now I didn't want anyone else to be interested.
Well, once it entered my basket, it was decided, but I like to play a little game with myself, I do the same thing on a website, place a model in my cart for "some thinking about it action", but really the decision has already been made. I know I'm buying it, but for whatever reason, I like the playing the game.
Now I've brought the model home and after a close review, it's very nice. I didn't find a lot of info about the model, A Harrah's LE is listed on hobbyDB, and other than the door graphics mine looks identical in colors and overall look to that model. I am very pleased with it, and it adds a bit of distinction to my collection, and it is the only Bugatti I currently have.
1931 Bugatti Royale Type 41 Berline de Voyage - Mini Marque 43 Models
John Merritt
South Lyon, Michigan - USA
14/01/2024 6:50 pm
The yellow really makes a bold statement.
15/01/2024 11:44 am
I have quite a few Bugattis but not this one. Very nice model that I can see why you could not resist.
15/01/2024 8:28 pm
@jcarnutz And here I thought I was the only one who did that! The last time was in March ‘23 at the 43rd show in Chicago. There was a hearse I looked at twice and kept hoping someone else would take it and remove the temptation… until Jeff Lane zeroed in and bought it. While I was happy for him, I still kick myself for letting it slip out of my hands!
15/01/2024 9:00 pm
Franklin Mint did this body version in 1/43 with various operating features.
Topic starter
15/01/2024 9:04 pm
@jcarnutz And here I thought I was the only one who did that! The last time was in March ‘23 at the 43rd show in Chicago. There was a hearse I looked at twice and kept hoping someone else would take it and remove the temptation… until Jeff Lane zeroed in and bought it. While I was happy for him, I still kick myself for letting it slip out of my hands!
Randy, to be honest, I think I'd been crushed as well, I really liked it the 1st time I saw it, but since I hadn't looked at everything else yet, I wasn't sure what else I might find.
John Merritt
South Lyon, Michigan - USA
16/01/2024 12:08 am
John,
Here is the same Royal by Heco that I purchased in 2005. A haunting car to me too, couldn't resist, so I purchased it. A 1929 Bugatti Royale Berline de Voyage, yel/blk, LE#265/300. PS, your Mini Marque is superb based on your PICS.
Then I got this one, with Ettore Bugatti himself standing next to his Royale creation, in front of his famous garage. How could I not. The small Type 35 is maybe his most famous creation and is reported to have more wins than any other race car in history at over 2000. Small size big heart, the Royale on the other hand . . . had a Rail Road engine for a heart. Heco 1932 Bugatti Royale Kellner with garage, the T35 is my build.
Then there are these two, the Heco 1932 Bugatti Royale Weinberger, tan/grn, and the green Esder's Roadster by IXO. A yellow Bugatti T50 for a size comparison. Interesting that the 1934 Hispano Suiza is about the same size as the Royales.
Models = Miracles in miniature = Holding History in ones hand
Cheers and Happy Collecting,
Steve
16/01/2024 6:33 pm
Reminds me of all the Royales that Rio did years ago in Italy!
16/01/2024 11:23 pm
Models = Miracles in miniature = Holding History in ones hand
Cheers and Happy Collecting,
Steve
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