An older Design Studio model, with headlights that are slightly yellowed with age (probably epoxy). Still a nice model.
A real beauty ! Great looking model of a stylish Mercury.
I really like these Design Studio Mercury models. I was fortunate to get this one a few years ago.
The Design Studio '55 Mercury in persimmon and white has been eluding me for years. It is my holly grail.
Those are some of the best!
John Kuvakas
Warrenton, VA
Harv, I have the same one as you. I have had this model for many years and have always thought of it as a great addition to my collection.
Curtis and Ken - May I use your photos in hobbyDB? A pic of the box end would be appreciated if you have the time.
Harv-these photos are not of my car. These were photos of one that was sold on Ebay a number of years ago. I had them in an album for reference. It is a color I hope to get.
@mg-harv Yes Harvey, you can use the photos. I'll see if I can uncover the box some time today.
Here's my USA Model 1955 Mercury. I don't see where is the difference for this Mercury between the DS and this USA Model? It has been always intrigueted me.
@michel-lemieux And Curtis's is an American model. This casting sure made the rounds!
@michel-lemieux Michel - I'd like to post this to hobbyDB. Do you have the USA number, or better yet, a pic of the box label?
@mg-harv Harvey, I took the pic of the Mercury on the older site of Patrick Lacombe (Toys for Collectors). If i remember well the label number was a USA -23 but i am not totally sure? I have been fortunate to get that one at only 149usd.