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03/03/2018 8:56 am
Pics: Brooklin's '57 Chevrolet Bel Air 4 door Sport Sedan
Where to begin? These pictures do not do the model justice as the car is so well done it's hard to distinguish the 1:43rd scale Brooklin from the actual car. Finished in Larkspur Blue with an India Ivory top, a very popular color scheme back then, this model appears accurate in virtually every detail and from every angle. Brooklin's recent attention to added trim and enhanced interior makes this car look real. In my opinion, this the first 1:43rd white metal '57 Chevrolet that even comes close to the actual car. One can hope now for Brooklin to offer this car in additional color schemes and even body styles. How about, for example, a Bel Air wagon?
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David Knight
Richmond, Virginia. USA
03/03/2018 10:45 am
Agreed, this is a beautiful 1:1 car and a beautiful 1:43 car.
03/03/2018 11:10 am
Amazing work
Great job by Brooklin. Nice images showing an amazing model.
03/03/2018 11:53 am
This will be a monster hit by BRK- in all body styles.
This is the first correct/accurate 1957 Bel Air I have ever seen in 1:43 scale. I wonder what took SO LONG. Outstanding job done by Brooklin Models. I believe that if Brooklin does it in a 2dr HT, Convertible and Nomad wagon all versions will be monster hits as well. Its an iconic and beloved car. I just hope that Brooklin are so successful that they will do the same in time with the 55 and 56 Bel-Air in similar versions. I'll bet they would all be gone right away!
03/03/2018 12:36 pm
So tell me Jack everything about the Brk 57 Chevy that makes it the most correct and accurate 1:43 Chevy Bel Air? Is it the white metal headlights?
03/03/2018 1:17 pm
It looks to me like the fidelity and accuracy are spot on, despite the headlights.
I have one of the models in hand and I can testify to its accuracy, even its ride height which seems to be high in some photos. Many have tried to get it done before, no one has come as close as Brooklin. Are you aware of a more accurate version in 1/43, Bob?
John Kuvakas
Warrenton, VA
03/03/2018 2:13 pm
03/03/2018 3:32 pm
Okay, so I'm not an admirer of the '57 Chevy. But to my surprise, (PICs) just guess what I found tucked away:
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And then, even further back, this one lurked:
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Both are from the same source, good old ERTL, but it was a few years ago. Somehow, the new BRK '57, 4 doors and all, looks better and better.
03/03/2018 4:11 pm
Sure will Jack after the dealers discount them.
03/03/2018 4:15 pm
John you have to do better then ride height for accuracy.
Tell me what else is so accurate.
03/03/2018 4:19 pm
White metal headlights
The white metal headlights are the detail I like least about this model and about most quality 1:43 models to be honest. I assume that like you I wish it could be more realistic; but given the price range I think it is very good value for the accuracy of scale and definition all the same. Perhaps the headlight situation will be improved as time goes on. I know I have heard this deficiency complained about by many collectors over the years. Nonetheless I love this model!
03/03/2018 4:24 pm
Are those boom-a-rangs on the hood and trunk?
03/03/2018 4:31 pm
Dealer discounts
I obviously am not a fan of the Brooklin price increase if that is what you are eluding to Bob. I loved Brooklin models at their previous quality/finish level before the increase but it is apparent that Brooklin has made this move for sound business reasons only they are privy to. It is an extremely competitive and constantly changing market they are playing in; particularly given the Chinese influence. I love the new quality of finish and accuracy of detail they produce but I do understand that it doesn't come for free. As an average Joe I will need to be more selective with what I spend my money on....plain and simple.
03/03/2018 4:49 pm
Dealer discount has nothing to do with price increase.
Jack your reply isn't even close and your one to talk about accuracy. LOL
03/03/2018 6:32 pm
I think this is a pretty brilliant model for a mid 150's price.
Compared to the Westerns that were issued close to 20 years ago at $129 and the design Studios at close to $200, these appear to be of good value. They appear accurately proportioned and well-detailed and they are sturdy white metal.I am glad they are 4 doors as well rather than convertible or 2dr hardtop which I think are overrepresented in scale.
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