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@bob-jackman This was one of the first Brooklins Nigel did when he took over. I seem to remember it was my suggestion although I didn't realise how ra...
Unfortunately it's not fictitious, you're right Harv! W O would have wept. There's an excellent programme on building Bentleys and it's basically a fa...
@rick-thompson All good memories and nice to hear from you all again! I remember each of these and it was always nice to make models which evoked spec...
My Dad was born on 17th August and every year on this day since he passed away in 1997 I pour a whisky in his special glass. From now on I will also r...
The Jaguar on the Morse TV series was a 3.4 Mk11 rather than an S Type.For some reason it had an awful non-stock vinyl top. At the beginning of the se...
BML version is slightly darker. Rainbow Paints in Westbury supply Brooklin...and I use them too.
Very sad to hear this news. John's work was outstanding...and I'm sure that all collectors who have his models will treasure them all the more now.
Nice work David! ERA made 17 cars, most of which are still racing in historic events.
Mine! (PICS)Taken a long time ago. photo no longer availablephoto no longer availablephoto no longer available
would love one of those trailers! As for paint strpping,..my long time method is to use a glass jar or bowl with a lid. Use cellulose thinners from a ...
Many thanks for your kind words everyone.
Very sad news. I've always been a great admirer of John's work..and his models have always been an inspiration.
Light blue with yellow wheels David for the Bira cars...(PIC) also a yellow chassis would be correct. Works cars were pale green with black wheels and...
My pleasure John
I believe the Amilcar was mastered by Adrian Swain. I too have this one...along with the chassis version with which Barry enclosed some suggested draw...