Unboxing Goldvarg's '68 Buick Electra

This 1968 Buick is extremely nice. Those "micro" details, tires, rims, gloss finish, etc., are all really something to behold. It's almost hard to believe that this is a MASS PRODUCED 1/43 scale replica; I'm impressed with his sound production methods, quality standards are high.

I struggle, however, with these color choices. All true, that "exceptions"  can happen (special orders/requests, etc.... I've done it myself ) but in my opinion, why choose colors that are "possibles or maybes,"  when known "certains and definites"  can be easily verified.  

Nice episode John, thanks.

Thanks for another great review John.  This model is really well done.  I have the Autumn Bronze version and love it and the color used.  In general I do agree with Chris that a factory color is best used but on this era of cars (late 60s-early 70s) I am okay with the choice being one of a car company different division (in this case Pontiac it seems).  I feel differently about color choice for models of cars from the post war through mid-60s though; color accuracy is far more important to me for those years.  

Have the Bronze and love it.

I have the Verdoro Green one and it looks great on my display shelf but I agree with Chris regarding the color choice. I wonder if Sergio has a comment about that.

@moe-parr That's an excellent question.  Just out of curiosity, I'd love to know why he chose these particular colors. 🤔 🤔 🤔

Posted by: @chris

@moe-parr That's an excellent question.  Just out of curiosity, I'd love to know why he chose these particular colors. 🤔 🤔 🤔

I don't buy JK explanation about seasonal colors or special order choice that are not in the standard catalog. This is completely impossible GM or others manufacturers of the time would pull a car out of the production line for a special paint request.

What I believe happened here is a mistake by the company in China who produce Sergio's models. In same time, they are working on a 1967 Pontiac Bonneville and these colors are accurate. When they compiled the data, they probably made a mistake in the color appropriations and they submitted the Buick prototypes to Sergio for approval. 

Another fine "My Take" on these beautiful Buick Electra 225's. I think your explanation for the colors (which are great) is exactly right. There are always people complaining and I tend to have very little patience for such people. I especially laugh at people who make an absolute color judgement based on seeing something on a computer monitor ..... or a phone, lol !

Posted by: @mikedetorrice

Another fine "My Take" on these beautiful Buick Electra 225's. I think your explanation for the colors (which are great) is exactly right. There are always people complaining and I tend to have very little patience for such people. I especially laugh at people who make an absolute color judgement based on seeing something on a computer monitor ..... or a phone, lol !

With great respect, I believe you completely missed the point about the colors. So, suggesting that those making comments about the matter are either mostly blind and/or ignorant is rude and inappropriate. I personally don't take offence and I believe everybody is entitled to comment and have an opinion on any subject on this board.

As I said in a previous reply above, I really believe the color choices has not been a mistake made by Sergio because he has always been very accurate in all the models he has ever produced. Some mistake about color charts may have happened at the factory because they work on numerous projects at the same time for models of the same years.

I may be wrong but, I don't think it is Sergio's goal to only produce models in the color schemes that were authorized back in the day and, if I am correct, that is fine with me. I would be interested to know what percentage of world-wide collectors only want models in "authentic colors." I certainly can appreciate that point of view especially considering that most of the guys on this forum have spent decades parsing every detail related to 1:1 and model cars but, as a 72 year old guy just looking to have some fun with a hobby of collecting 1:43 model cars and figures and building dioramas I am open to a "wrong" color scheme if I think it looks really good. I do agree with those who insist on total accuracy of the dimensions and details of the car models.

Posted by: @nickies

This is completely impossible GM or others manufacturers of the time would pull a car out of the production line for a special paint request.

Never say never, nickies. I think you just made my point because GM did exactly that with the Samoan Bronze (an exclusive Cadillac color), one-off '65 Riviera. I'm guessing you didn't watch the video as I brought up first-hand experience as a dealer with the factory making exceptions

@jkuvakas I'm no expert but I am aware that over many years various car companies have in fact offered special order color options and also mid-year color changes/additions.  John K. spent a good number of years in the car retail business and would obviously have more insight into this subject than most of us.

I guess, IMHO, the bottom line on this particular Buick conversation is that some of us prefer strict adherence to factory colors and some are less rigid about it.  Our thoughts have been discussed/communicated and Sergio will have our collective input; which he is on record as stating he values.  All good....let's move on.

This Dubonnet color was not original to the '61 Imperial but I love the GLM anyway. And at least one 1:1 has been restored like this.  

@mg-harv Have this one and love it.  It sure stands out in the display cabinet!

With regard to the Buick, I'm in the "It's the wrong color but I love it anyway" camp.