Goldenglow Yellow ‘56 ‘Bird

Another nice comparison. I also find these early Thunderbird models very appealing, although I have not yet added any of them to my collection except a red version.

The comparison pictures make the Brooklin version look a little drab in comparison, I think, because of a lack of detailing.  Would you consider doing that, or is that "ruining" an original model?  Which car, 1/43 or 1/1, has the proper whitewall width?  It does appear that the Brooklin model, while generally an excellent rendition, has a rear window that's not the correct size.  And finally, I checked on eBay and found there are 249 models available of this car at this moment.  37 Brooklins, but zero yellow ones!

I like the yellow, but not enough to trade in my red one.  Of course, I also like the touches of chrome.

Posted by: @thingluvr

The comparison pictures make the Brooklin version look a little drab in comparison, I think, because of a lack of detailing.  Would you consider doing that, or is that "ruining" an original model?  ...

Many professionals repaint or super-detail these Brooklins.  If a well-known name is associated with it, the value should go up.  Any well-done silver or chrome details helps the look and should be done if it makes you happy.  This yellow one is a rare limited edition so you may want to keep it Mint, but it's really up to you.  Get a common version and try it  see how it goes!   This is all just my opinion.  (Old diecast toy Dinkys and Corgis etc - you would never detail unless they are complete wrecks...)

The yellow 1/1 is not correct with it's too narrow white wall tires and after market wire wheels proving the point that if you own the 1/1 or model it's your car and your money and you can do whatever you please with it.