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02/09/2026 1:29 pm
I received the first prototype of Automodello's Pontiac Fiero GT with T-top in 1/24 sclae direct from China. It's clearly labeled as a prototype and it came on a plinth in a vendor's box rather than Automodello packaging. It's in beautiful condition which is unusual for a hand-built prototype ... but... it was evidently screwed down too tight and 2 of the honeycomb wheels were crushed. They're still in the box along with a mysterious black or unplated wheel/tire in a little zip-lock baggie. I don't know if Jim Cowen has any spare parts and, frankly, I'm too old for anymore projects. If it wasn't the prototype, I'd throw it all out but I hate to see it go into a landfill if anyone is interested in the model's resurrection. I'm offering this model to anyone who might be interested for the price of postage. Email me at RLS1346 (at) aol (dot) com.
05/09/2026 7:09 am
Rich, I've shot ya an email. I just saw this.😊
This post was modified 1 month ago by Geno
05/09/2026 11:21 pm
I hope you get it Geno, can’t wait to see it when you’re through. 👍
06/09/2026 8:15 am
@100ford2003 Thanks Steve, Rich is getting it out to me next week. I'll do before and after pics. We'll see if a good ol' Indian war dance will resurrect it.😁
07/09/2026 3:17 am
+1! something to look forward to there!I hope you get it Geno, can’t wait to see it when you’re through. 👍