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25/06/2024 10:29 pm
I was very much intrigued by this model when it was announced. I had just recently learned of the previous versions of this model in blue and in gold. I've made a couple of attempts to secure one in the last year or so, but they don't come up often and seem to be very pricey when they do. No worries, I can be patient, LOL! With the announcement of this new color version, I think I am good now. The color and the extra detailing make this a real standout and fulfills the missing model in my collection.
Now as it has been previously mentioned, this is a very fine model. Since I've never actually seen one of these in 1:1 form, I've only photos to go by. The model appears to be spot-on, and the color is awesome.
1969 Ford Executive MK 4 Saloon, a LE #26 of 50 in Aubergine
John Merritt
South Lyon, Michigan - USA
26/06/2024 12:27 am
That looks great ! It is a cool model and must be an impressive 1:1 automobile in person.
26/06/2024 12:59 am
This is a very nice model. Pathfinder Models did it in this color (if I recall correctly) many years ago.
26/06/2024 2:51 am
Glad to see new model by Lansdowne rang! 1969 Ford Executive Mk 4 is incredible! Very wishful model among the collectors. Hope, Brooklin will introduce more models in Lansdowne range.
26/06/2024 5:40 am
Unique looking car & model. I can't imagine using the outside rearview mirrors without binoculars!
26/06/2024 9:53 am
Unique looking car & model. I can't imagine using the outside rearview mirrors without binoculars!
I have wondered for many years why the mirror placement for many British and Japanese cars is so far forward; it seems very impractical and looks quite unattractive.
26/06/2024 6:25 pm
@jack-dodds I agree with you on all counts. When I drive my friend's XK120 the mirrors are way forward on the wings and it's hard to see what they are showing, plus as you say very unattractive in their location.
26/06/2024 7:38 pm
Even the Brits have done away with wing mirrors in recent decades. Can't be adjusted from the driver's seat and always in the way when working in the engine bay. Thankfully my TD never had them fitted even from new in 1951.
John F. Quilter
Eugene, Oregon USA
30/06/2024 1:53 pm
My Arnolt-MG had them. Being a bit convex, they showed a surprising amount of detail on what was behind, and I got quite used to them.
30/06/2024 5:28 pm
Unique looking car & model. I can't imagine using the outside rearview mirrors without binoculars!
I believe the logic was so that the driver did not avert his gaze from the road ahead. I had this conversation, as child, with my father because he was explaining that the eye had to compensate for the extra distance, added to the image in the mirror. I always felt not turning one's head had more to do with British aplomb, though. He had a Zephyr version of the featured car, incidentally.