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03/01/2020 3:14 am
The most complex 1:43 model ever? (pics) 1:43 scale Franklin Mint 1959 Ford Fairlane 500 Galaxie Skyliner with retractable hard top, made about 30 years ago. A little clunky by today's standards, but it still fascinates me. It shows up pretty often in resale sources, and usually sells in the $50 to $100 range. I have a hunch this may be the one scale model most commonly owned by members of our forum.
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03/01/2020 3:27 am
An excellent model. I am very pleased with mine. One of my favorite models. -PIC here's mine
John Merritt
South Lyon, Michigan - USA
03/01/2020 3:36 am
+1.
03/01/2020 5:31 am
Pic.Not missing in my collection..
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03/01/2020 1:36 pm
Also a +1.
04/01/2020 7:07 am
I have this one plus a couple of others if anyone is interested....
johnminx456'at'gmail.com
I'll have to see exactly what is there.
04/01/2020 9:27 am
And Graeme Ogg has a trick that lets the front of the roof lie flat with the rear of the roof when in the closed position. I did it to mine and it was a great improvement. Graeme can provide details.
John F. Quilter
Eugene, Oregon USA