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24/01/2017 12:44 pm
PICS - Cadillac S62 by Motor City USA and GLM
The white model is GLM's 1948 Cadillac and the French Grey piece is Motor City USA's 1949 "hardtop" coupe. The coupe is based on the convertible and so has the birdcage windshield frame of Motor City USA's convertible with the roof cast separately (I think there's a little gap showing - whoops) . I welcome any comments:
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24/01/2017 1:34 pm
They both look good. I am very partial to the GLM Sedan.
John Merritt
South Lyon, Michigan - USA
24/01/2017 6:25 pm
These are fantastic models Randall,
I have the 48 GLM in the other color version. Far to be a deal breaker in my opinion but my only comment at the time when they released this Sedan remains the horizontal Photo-etched trim on the rear fender that is too high. Should be align with the front one and closer to the wheel skirt. Otherwise, a stunning Cadillac. The Motor city is also a true gem, especially in that color combination, but it shows a bit of age now, which again, is not a problem...
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I would love Matrix or GLM to make a refresh of this coupe, and maybe even more the very first 1949 Coupe DeVille Prototype...
25/01/2017 3:12 am
Caddy's
Hi Randall; Motor City got the headlights right GLM did not. As far as age the roof of the Motor City needs removed and reglued, and the chrome needs polishing and it will look as shiny as the GLM.
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26/01/2017 5:59 am
Thanks, Fellas. Fred, what do you use for polishing the chrome?
30/01/2017 12:39 am
Polish
Hi Randall; I have always used Meguiars #7 and #3 although I don't know if they are still available anymore. I have pretty much quit working on models due to shaking hands.