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20/08/2010 2:39 am
Pics -- Western Models 1957 Dodge
I recently received the 1957 Dodge from Route 66 Model Car Store. This 1/43 is a beautifully finished model. I think that Buz took the level of detail up a few notches from his previously releases. The model's interior is particularly impressive. If you haven't yet given Buz's Western reissues a try, I suggest you make this your first Western reissue purchase.
20/08/2010 6:38 am
DODGE 57
YES IT IS A VERY NICE MODEL ,I PURCHASED IT TOO. AND I AM LOOKING FORWARD NEWS NEO MODELS .
20/08/2010 7:45 am
The original still looks pretty good...
...considering they sold for around $149. At $225 I would expect the reissues to be superior.
20/08/2010 7:54 am
I prefer the two toning on the WMCE much more than the two toning on the original Western Models Dodges. I looked for the HT but the combination of color is not enought attractive for me than the convertible. It is always a difficult decision to get one now or wait for perhaps a better color later. You see for example the 1957 Pontiac will be now offered in Starlight Yellow and I like more this color than Carib Coral or Sage Blue. I'd like two tone blue for the Dodge. Your convertible Dodge is sharp. Thanks, for the pictures, Dillon.
20/08/2010 7:58 am
Merci Michel
20/08/2010 8:00 am
Bob, my camera skills are insufficient to capture how nice the reissue is...
I have an original issue WES Dodge hardtop and my new convertible blows it away. The new car has much more vibrant paint, more chrome details, clearer & more realistic headlamps, and my favorite part, the paint color around the wheel covers. The overall effect is a car that is much nicer and more realistic looking than the original WES '57 Dodge.
20/08/2010 10:34 am
Looks good Dillon and definitely an improvement over the older WM.
Autominologist residing in the Robin Hood County
Nottinghamshire England UK
20/08/2010 10:39 am
Greatly Detailed Dillon!! Nice Additional Piece To Your Incrediable Collection!!
20/08/2010 12:31 pm
Thanks, Chris.
20/08/2010 12:32 pm
Thanks, Jeff.