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09/09/2013 4:54 pm
09/09/2013 5:26 pm
Very interesting. I enjoyed the article. I just happened to read quite a bit today about the Tucker. I saw one at the Gilmore Car Museum (well I've seen it several times) but on Saturday during a brief rain storm I took shelter in the building that houses the Tucker, I was able to read all the posters and storyboards they have, also loads of other info. With all that in my head, I wanted more info, so I did searches online for more info. Very informative. Watched the movie today too. A very impressive car to say the least. I also bought two 1:43 scale models from Gilmore's gift shop to add to my collection. I wanted the FM 1:24 version in green that they still have stock of. $155 was just a little steep right now.
Thanks again for the article.
John Merritt
South Lyon, Michigan - USA
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09/09/2013 7:44 pm
Your welcome John..John here are some links you might be interested in. I live in Mount Vernon, Va. which is about 9 miles from Alexandria. I have been to see Dave Cammack's collection several times, and have had the honor to speak to him at length about his collection. It is on record as the largest private Tucker Collection.
There are also two Tucker's in the collection at Swigart's Museum in Huntingdon, Pa. I have been there and seen both of them. I have been fortunate enough to have seen over 20 of the 51 Tuckers made, in person, including the convertible.
Swigart's has the "Tin Goose" Prototype...DM made this one.
10/09/2013 2:04 am
Thanks
John Merritt
South Lyon, Michigan - USA