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01/09/2022 9:26 am
Here's is another of GLMs very nice Imperial models. As previously stated here, as with some of the other Imperial models, it has painted on chrome trim. Now I will admit, it isn't as striking as one with "chromed trim" whatever the method. I can say this, this method of trim isn't coming off. Recently, I got out six models for photos, of those, all are resin and older releases. They all have lifting chrome trim, and a couple are going to be difficult for me to repair. I can sometimes be clumsy, and I knock off added bits such as mirrors or antennas-so the lifting trim makes it even more disappointing to collect resin models as a whole.
Anyway, I am good with the painted-on trim, it still stands out and the models are a nice addition. This of course, is my opinion.
1961 Imperial Crown Convertible - GLM Classic Series - LE #32 of 109 in Dubonnet Poly
John Merritt
South Lyon, Michigan - USA
01/09/2022 9:48 am
I have this particular model and chose it because of the Dubonnet color and how the interior and top up contrast so well against it. I too am fine with the painted trim.
01/09/2022 10:41 am
I have the top-down version but yes, Jack, the color contrast with the white up-top is stunning!
Barry Levittan
Long Island, NY
01/09/2022 8:36 pm
@jack-dodds I have it too but more I look at it, I am not so sure I like it that much since somebody said it was not a period correct Imperial color. I like authenticity in models and I feel they cheated on this one. As for the silver trim........ yes, it bothers me. A $120 model should have chrome foil.
02/09/2022 12:00 pm
@jack-dodds I have it too but more I look at it, I am not so sure I like it that much since somebody said it was not a period correct Imperial color. I like authenticity in models and I feel they cheated on this one. As for the silver trim........ yes, it bothers me. A $120 model should have chrome foil.
I must say that as a purist I was a bit disappointed when I found out that Dubonnet was only a Chrysler color in '61. I guess the closest to this shade was the Autumn Russet Metallic used on the Imperial. I bought the Dubonnet Imperial anyway though, simply because it was so attractive; which is not my usual practice.
Topic starter
02/09/2022 12:27 pm
I’ve seen two different 61 Imperial convertibles in this color. One was restored to this color, the other came from the factory that way. Special ordered. This info came from the current owners a few years ago.
John Merritt
South Lyon, Michigan - USA
02/09/2022 1:28 pm
I like it! If I were to ever venture to the 1:43 scale world ("ever" is the key word), this gorgeous Imperial would be a "Must Want". Love the pics John!
George Schire
Oakdale, Minnesota
John Merritt reacted
02/09/2022 1:38 pm
I like it! If I were to ever venture to the 1:43 scale world ("ever" is the key word), this gorgeous Imperial would be a "Must Want". Love the pics John!
Do it, George, do it! I was a 1:24 guy too, but there are so many more cars available in the 1:43 scale, and so much more space to display them! Try one and you'll get hooked!
Barry Levittan
Long Island, NY
John Merritt reacted
02/09/2022 4:36 pm
I like it! If I were to ever venture to the 1:43 scale world ("ever" is the key word), this gorgeous Imperial would be a "Must Want". Love the pics John!
Do it, George, do it! I was a 1:24 guy too, but there are so many more cars available in the 1:43 scale, and so much more space to display them! Try one and you'll get hooked!
Sorry to disagree with you, but I do. I've never ventured to 1:43 scale, and with sincerity, I'm confident I never will. I've got a buddy who has many, many 1:43 cars and they are just "too small" for my taste. Don't get me wrong, I like many of the cars and many are cars I've not seen or been able to get in 1:24, but they're just too small. None have ever tempted me to "try one".
George Schire
Oakdale, Minnesota
John Merritt reacted
02/09/2022 5:14 pm
@georgeschire Hi George - I certainly can understand your view, but of course size is in the eye of the beholder: as a guy who also has a vintage HO scale slot car collection, 1/43 models look pretty darn big to me! Thanks.
Topic starter
02/09/2022 5:51 pm
I like it! If I were to ever venture to the 1:43 scale world ("ever" is the key word), this gorgeous Imperial would be a "Must Want". Love the pics John!
While I still cherish my 1:24 scale models. I don't miss buying them these days and haven't in quite some time. There are so many models available in 1:43 and a ton of them are models I wanted desperately in 1:24. So to have the opportunity to have an example of some of my most favorite cars, is fantastic. I so enjoy all of these models and really look forward to every new release, just like I used to.
John Merritt
South Lyon, Michigan - USA
John Kuvakas and Bob Jackman reacted
02/09/2022 7:00 pm
@jcarnutz Well said John. Years ago I would never have guessed the variety of models that are now available in 1/43 scale. Like you, I treasure my 1/24 scale models but I find that 1/43 satisfies my collecting needs.
John Merritt reacted
02/09/2022 7:54 pm
I hear you loudly John. But I just can't get past the size. I know that sounds like a broken record, but it's the size that forbids me to start a collection of them. I can only figure that it comes from my childhood days when I had a collection of plastic kit and promotional 1:25 scale cars, that were then, and I think still now, as small as I want to go. And of course when 1:24 diecast came along, that was PERFECT! Some here too, will recall that I'm not a fan of the larger 1:18 scale cars either. Now I do have 19 of them, but that is all I'm interested in, as they occupy the space way at the top of my car shelves near the ceiling. And we all know there are many really nice 1:18 models too, but I can't start a collection of them. Guess until till I die, I'm a 1:24 scale guy. 
George Schire
Oakdale, Minnesota
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