Diecast/Models What is the BEST Die Cast you own?

Matski · 21 Sep 2006, 22:26 (Ref:1715932)

Simple question. Between all of us here we must have some pretty impressive scale models.

What is the best one you own - or the one you would like to own?

Is it because it's rare? or the workmanship is excellent? or it is a model of a truly standout car?

p.s. Yes another standard "whats the best" thread!

Chatters · 22 Sep 2006, 07:51 (Ref:1716116)

Mine would definately have to be my 1/18 2005 Castrol Perkins #11 Commodore, the COA is signed, and its #9 of 750

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nickyf1 · 22 Sep 2006, 16:35 (Ref:1716497)

my 1:18 2000 Shell Helix Racing Ford Falcon that I got from TK Max! Probably one of very few in the UK.

Knowlesy · 22 Sep 2006, 20:04 (Ref:1716671)

My Montoya 1/18 collection.

Marc27 · 22 Sep 2006, 21:50 (Ref:1716739)

1/18 CMC Maserati 250F. Amazing Model!

J-C · 22 Sep 2006, 23:19 (Ref:1716784)

1:18 2005 Ambrose #1 Pirtek Falcon by Classic Carlectables. Though it might be upstaged by the Jack Daniel's Commodore that's on the way.

Chatters · 23 Sep 2006, 14:05 (Ref:1717063)

Hey J-C, another JC here. I'm looking forward to getting my hands on the 1.43 JDR cars... What about you?

nickyf1 · 23 Sep 2006, 18:17 (Ref:1717144)

Quote:

Originally Posted by J-C

1:18 2005 Ambrose #1 Pirtek Falcon by Classic Carlectables. Though it might be upstaged by the Jack Daniel's Commodore that's on the way.

that Ford I have is from Classic Carlectibles. How much did your one cost?

SALEEN S7R · 23 Sep 2006, 18:52 (Ref:1717163)

Well I have a few but my favourite I think would have to be my 1:18 scale 1988 Le Mans winning Jaguar XJR9-LM signed by Martin Brundle and produced by Exoto, no decals everything is hand painted.

J-C · 23 Sep 2006, 18:55 (Ref:1717166)

Hi Chatters, yep, am looking forward to the 1:43 JDR cars coming out (hopefully in the next week or two) - usually if both cars are the same livery I'd just get 1 but the livery is great so I think I'll get both the Richards and Dumbrell cars. Already got the 2006 1:43 SBR cars and the CAT car which are great models.

I think the 1:43 CC models are the most detailed diecast on the market, and even including shipping are cheaper (£23 vs £25) than Minichamps which have nothing like as much interior or underside detail.

Hi Nickyf1, my Ambrose Falcon cost around £70 imported from Australia. However, I believe the 2002-onward Classic Carlectables models are considerably more detailed than the older cars - for example all 4 doors, bonnet and boot open on the 1:18s and there's masses of detail.

Chatters · 23 Sep 2006, 23:00 (Ref:1717333)

Yeah J-C, you gotta be quick to get your hands on those JDR cars- They're selling like hotcakes here because this is first year in a loooooooooooong time that a car has had primarily alcohol sponsorship.

nickyf1 · 24 Sep 2006, 12:04 (Ref:1717539)

I also have aa small Micro Scalextric Kenwood Porsche Group C Le Mans car somewhere..

Chatters · 29 Sep 2006, 07:06 (Ref:1722655)

Good news! My JDR cars arrived today!!!

And damn, they look nice... Very sleek and professional. J-C, you won't be disappointed.

Gerben24 · 29 Sep 2006, 15:10 (Ref:1723095)

My Jeff Gordon 2004 model I bought at the Daytona 500. It's the sentimental value really, because boy, what a day that was.

andy_b · 29 Sep 2006, 16:14 (Ref:1723169)

1:43rd LARK McLaren F1. Ultra rare and one of the toughest liveries I designed. (sadly no longer with box - Doh!)

Amonfan · 1 Oct 2006, 05:38 (Ref:1724066)

J-C, do you buy you Classic Carlectables in the UK or from AUS???

dazbaz_99 · 1 Oct 2006, 09:18 (Ref:1724220)

Interesting thread...posing a very tricky question for me!

I am going to say either my Ayrton Senna Collection of 1:43 scale models, or my original Corgi 1:18 scale JPS lotus from 1972, not in perfect condition, but I love that car and feel quite lucky to own the original corgi model.

You can find some real bargains at car boots and antique shops!

carrera · 1 Oct 2006, 17:36 (Ref:1724563)

Probably one of my 1/18 AutoArt 917s.

luke · 1 Oct 2006, 17:51 (Ref:1724577)

1:18 1998 Minichamps Eddie Irvine Marlboro Ferrari signed by the very man himself. Very sentimental and obviously worth quite a bit as well which is cool.

nickyf1 · 1 Oct 2006, 18:14 (Ref:1724597)

THE Model I would love to have is the Rothmans Ayrton Senna 94 car that was released just before the Tobbaco Advertising ban.

luke · 1 Oct 2006, 19:11 (Ref:1724631)

You can buy the normal one and then just convert it to Rothmans.

J-C · 1 Oct 2006, 21:41 (Ref:1724732)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Amonfan

J-C, do you buy you Classic Carlectables in the UK or from AUS???

I import them from Australia - I think there's 1 UK dealers that sells a limited range of the cars but it's cheaper to import direct.

Amonfan · 1 Oct 2006, 22:58 (Ref:1724772)

Thanks J-C was just curious

i retail them for $40 here in oz...... i think freight to the UK is about $13 oz

Chatters · 2 Oct 2006, 00:51 (Ref:1724811)

Pity you're in Melbourne amonfan, I would've bought from you if you were in NSW!

Did you get any of the JDR cars in? How fast did they sell?

AllonFS · 2 Oct 2006, 07:29 (Ref:1724954)

Minichamps 1/18 Porsche 917 Pink Pig - stunning. Just got the Autoart 1/18 917 Longtail in Martini colours and that is another beautiful model.

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