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[Closed] One of my all-time favorite Brooklins, number 39 from about 25 years ago. (pics)

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(@David Holcombe)
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One of my all-time favorite Brooklins, number 39 from about 25 years ago. (pics)

As seen by GM
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a 1:1 example
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My model, with additional chrome added many years ago
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While this Oldsmobile in 1:1 was never a favorite, I like all of the concept cars as models. This one has been a favorite for many years. I have seen pictures of other versions by Brooklin (red & white, top up; orange & white, towing boat; and the Modelex 1996 version in, I think, two shades of green.) I have none of those. I hope Brooklin will forgive me for the added chrome, and I only hope the statute of limitations has expired. Enjoy!



   
John Kuvakas
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Sorry, I may have to turn you in to the Code 3 Police! Nice work, David.


John Kuvakas
Warrenton, VA


   
John Merritt
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Very nice. Excellent model. I have one that is detailed as well, but i bought mine that way. A beautiful model. One of Brooklin's older masterpieces.


John Merritt
South Lyon, Michigan - USA


   
jacques
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Pics: David, one of the nicest models was released in June 1998

Came out as a set of three : 1954 Oldsmobile Fiesta convertible, 1955 Speedboat on a trailer.
300 sets were made for the 10th BCC anniversary.
Decal on the trunk with the Brooklin Collectors logo.
The Omen girls are not part of the set.

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(@bob-jackman)
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Jacques, the Fiesta is a 1953. I agree your's is the best especially with the boat and trailer.



   
jacques
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Thanks Bob for your reaction, slip of my finger. Text in my picture says 1953



   
Ken Spear
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The BRK 1953 Olds is one of their best models to detail since you can easily pick one up on the secondary market for under $50. They are fairly easy to detail and look like a model worth 3 times the value when completed. David-you have done a very tidy job on your chroming. I did a scrape and polish on mine as well as interior painting and continental wheel detailing.
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Keko Romero
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It's wonderful. Love it


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(@ken-smith)
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One of the only Brooklins in my collection, and also one of my favorites.



   
(@BenD Lampson)
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Bad news for you David...the statute of limitations doesn't expire for murder, child support, or adding chrome to Brooklins! lol...!!!

Very nice model, and your figures add that extra touch to your pics....well done sir.



   
(@john-roberts)
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We're talking Fiestas again Bob! A joint favourite as I recall!! (pic)

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