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27/12/2017 6:45 pm
Is GFCC going to be a big player in 1/43? New 1955 Studebaker Speedster
I just discovered this listing on Ebay. Model comes in several color combos.
GFCC TOYS 1:43 1955 Studebaker Speedster-Coupe
28/12/2017 12:46 am
I wish they would do something about the wheels. Otherwise they don't look too bad.
28/12/2017 1:54 am
I also wonder about the wheels. (pic) Mine is on order, so I will find out!
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Here is the 1:1, just a picture I found. The model's wheels are definitely different. They look more like a toy than a model. Of course, that's what it says in the company name!
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This is the model I have on order.
28/12/2017 5:04 am
I have a green one on order
Prices seem to be rising though - Pontiac was a lot cheaper. The Pontiac packaging is very like that used by Atlas so I do wonder if these are from mastsrs made for a cancelled partwork. The level of finish etc would fit with a budget price target.
29/12/2017 1:43 pm
Don't miss the point here - they are toys, as in GFCC Toys!
I believe these are made to be detailed toys, in the vein of old Dinky, Corgi, Solido, Tekno, etc. Consequently the Dinky-style wheels. I'm tempted to get a couple to park next to these:
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