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23/05/2005 10:13 am
Great American Dream Machine ...
Dick, do you have a complete tracking list of the GADM?
I'm interested in collecting those. How's the quality and availability of the (older) models.
23/05/2005 12:12 pm
Quality excellent, availability is tough.
The listing I have is:
01 1951 Buick LeSabre
02 1953 Corvette Nomad
03 1938 Buick Y-Job
04 1955 Lincoln Futura
05 1954 Cadillac La Espada
06 1965 Corvette Mako Shark
07 1954 Cadillac El Camino
08 1951 Chrysler K310
09 1956 Packard Predictor
10 ?
11 1956 Chrysler Norseman
12 1956 Buick Centurion
13 ?
14 1952 Chrysler C200
15 1958 Pontiac Firebird III
16 1955 Pontiac Firebird I
17 1957 Batmobile
18 1954 Dodge Fire Arrow IV
19 1954 Buick Wildcat II
Further information, try the current owner Paul Burt at: GADM@aol.com or Paul@westlakefg,com. or perhaps Phil Alderman could shed some light on the subject. GADM did have a Website but I can no longer find it.
23/05/2005 1:20 pm
GADM
Dirk, there are some GADM models on Ebay and Toys for Collectors has quite a few.
23/05/2005 4:30 pm
GADM
Dirk;
The quality & detail are excellent. Check DominionModels.com and inquire with Bob. FYI - on eBay there are several at good prices offered by pjbwfg, who is Paul Burt, owner of GADM. The dated website is gadm.com
24/05/2005 6:25 am
GADM...
Thank you everybody for the info!
Could it be #10 is the Oldsmobile F88 ???
24/05/2005 5:53 pm
GADM
Actually, it looks as if #10 is the Chrysler K-310. My list is, though, quite contradictory to the one that Dick put up. What I do know is that there is a Chrysler Falcon as #20 - this model was formerly produced by MiniMarque.
I own several of them, and have been very pleased with the quality and design of each. Next on the hit list, at some point in the future, is #19, the Olds F-88. Really nice maroon paint job!
For further reference, see the product listings at either dominionmodels.com or tfcusa.com - they will give you a great idea of what is out there.
25/05/2005 2:30 am
List was taken from Jerry Rettig's usually reliable book.
Perhaps Paul Burt has renumbered the line? I only have the Norseman, the K310, & the C200 so I'm not too knowledgeable on these models.
25/05/2005 10:17 am
GADM again ...
Think I've found an almost complete list. Only missing #5 (Buick Wildcat II ???) and #13 (superstition ???).
Following models are in different colours:
#4 Lincoln Futura in Red & in Green
#15 Pontiac Firebird III in Gold & in Silver
#20 Chrysler Falcon in Silver & in Black
Any other models come in 2 different colours?
Just ordered my first one, the Futura in green , can't wait to see it in the flesh. Hope to get the Batmobile next.
25/05/2005 6:00 pm
Checked Rettig's Book & Batmobile
Just checked my copy of Jerry Rettig's book (2nd Edition), and I certainly see, Dick, where your list came from.
Its just that doesn't jive with the numbered units as posted on some of the dealers websites.
Dick - I am shocked - why don't you also own the Chrysler Falcon and the Dodge Firearrow, given your affinity for Mopar?
Dirk - also - you are aware that the Batmobile is a repainted version of the green Lincoln Futura? The Batmobile is harder to find, but some pop up on ebay from time to time. Ebay seller & store t.m.o.e had some recently for $249, and they are $295 at tfcusa.com
Also re: the Futura, the very first run about 10-12 years ago was in green, and the red was a very limited edition that was made to match the vehicle that was featured in a 1950's Doris Day movie. I do not believe that in the latest runs of the Futura the red is as limited in terms of production numbers as before.
25/05/2005 6:07 pm
Tom, I just don't spend $250+ for models.
The three I have were all bought at figures well below $200. I'm just old and retired and living on S.S., pensions, and investments. I'd like to have the others so I'll just keep watching for them.
26/05/2005 7:43 am
GADM ...
Just bought the Batmobile ($295), it should arrive together with the Futura. Can't find any GADM on eBay last few days.
Someone knows aprox. how many models are made of each number?
26/05/2005 9:45 am
Jerry Rettig's book, where can I find it?
26/05/2005 12:28 pm
Contact Jerry at: jerryrettig@msn.com.
I find the book is invaluable. I think the price was about $35.
26/05/2005 4:28 pm
Quality
Sadly, after many years I got the Predictor I so wanted, and it just fell apart. Never had that happen with any of my other 100 or so models. Caveat emptor.
Retired in Dunedin, Florida.
26/05/2005 5:22 pm
That Stinks!!
If the Predictor, which is a very cool model but seems fragile RE: the photo-etched windshield and side windows, was a Paul Burt edition, I would either email Paul directly or go back to the seller.
That is a lot of $$ to get a poor piece - I know that all too well (in fact, a damaged and very disappointing Conquest '63 Ford Galaxie convertible arrived today, one month after purchase!!!)
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