My latest diecast - Warning bus, bikes and car pics!

[dilligafocau]

Finally got my mitts on this Sun Star 1/24 1939 AEC Regent II.

Best Sun Star 1/24 yet I think, lovely London Wartime livery & with Clapham Common on the destination blind I could hardly Resist ;)

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/Regent1small.jpg

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/Regent2small.jpg

[JACK FLASH]

I cannot believe I am about to say this but that looks a very cool looking model:eek:

[dilligafocau]

I cannot believe I am about to say this but that looks a very cool looking model:eek:

I thought the same, though being somewhat of a London Bus tragic myself, it was perfectly understandable. :rolleyes:

I had'nt bought a diecast that did'nt sport wings or tracks for a few years so it was probably time to break the drought.

Quite a large lump of diecast 335mm long x 175 high x 90mm wide.

My father would have ridden the real No.37 bus when this one started service & during the war years :)

[Nimrod48]

Finally got my mitts on this Sun Star 1/24 1939 AEC Regent II.

Best Sun Star 1/24 yet I think, lovely London Wartime livery & with Clapham Common on the destination blind I could hardly Resist ;)

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/Regent1small.jpg

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/Regent2small.jpg

Nice pics dilligafocau & I agree it is the best 1:24 issue so far... I have the next three on pre order, I would love to see both a Coronation service vehicle & a Festival of Britain version :)

[ACES]

Dare i say it :o but thats 1 good looking model and pics. :cool:

Im not one for buses, which is a pity really because we have a great bus museum here in Manchester.

[The Defiant Man]

Groan.....tanks were bad enough:p:D .....now buses:eek: .....won't be long before the first locomotive thread.....:eek:

[Angels one-five]

Finally got my mitts on this Sun Star 1/24 1939 AEC Regent II.

Best Sun Star 1/24 yet I think, lovely London Wartime livery & with Clapham Common on the destination blind I could hardly Resist ;)

Now I'm worried Dilli... please tell me that bus collecting is not mandatory in Oz:eek: Going to dig out my visa application and check the small print again!;)

[datacroft]

Groan.....tanks were bad enough:p:D .....now buses:eek: .....won't be long before the first locomotive thread.....:eek:
Latest Cornby Spitfire
Hornby BR(WR) 40xx 4-6-0 ' 5071 Spitfire' Lined Loco Green BR(WR) 40xx 4-6-0 ' 5071 Spitfire' Lined Loco Green
Don't get all 'steamed up' TDM.:LOL: :LOL: ;)
http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k251/datacroft/Spitfire.jpg

[johnnyboy]

I think Admin should put a stop to this thread I am trying to get better and then all I find is Buses and trains:D

[ZS-VAN]

That's one cool bus Dilli! :cool I want one as well but the cost of the bus plus postage is outrageous. :(

[DCRanger]

Latest Cornby Spitfire
Hornby BR(WR) 40xx 4-6-0 ' 5071 Spitfire' Lined Loco Green BR(WR) 40xx 4-6-0 ' 5071 Spitfire' Lined Loco Green
Don't get all 'steamed up' TDM.:LOL: :LOL: ;)
http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k251/datacroft/Spitfire.jpg

Is that the right shade of green?

[Grim Reaper]

Is that the right shade of green?

Don`t know about right shade of green but it is definately the wrong shape :LOL: :LOL:

[Aviaction]

Lovely model Dill.:cool
I holding off for a later model c.1950's-60's :(
Then hope for an RF RML MBS ad nauseum:LOL:

Oh and would die for this in same scale

http://www.britishmodelbuses.com/Large%20Images/Corgi%20OOC/OM43707_Q1%20Trolleybus_London%20Transport_PP_Larg e.jpg

[FierytheAngelsFell]

Mate, lovely model. She'll look great in amongst some 1940 RAF and that Corgi Foward March 'Blitz' diorama. Very nice.

I have a big soft spot for the London double decker. Sweet.

(Edit - just promoted to Squadron Leader with this post. :))

[spinnaker987]

(Edit - just promoted to Squadron Leader with this post. :))

In a bus thread - you should be ashamed ;-)

[dilligafocau]

Now I'm worried Dilli... please tell me that bus collecting is not mandatory in Oz:eek: Going to dig out my visa application and check the small print again!;)

Nah mate its purely a dilli-London thing, you should be safe....muha ha ha ha :D


That's one cool bus Dilli! :cool I want one as well but the cost of the bus plus postage is outrageous. :(

Cheaper from the US (as usual) :o


Mate, lovely model. She'll look great in amongst some 1940 RAF and that Corgi Foward March 'Blitz' diorama. Very nice.

I have a big soft spot for the London double decker. Sweet.

(Edit - just promoted to Squadron Leader with this post. :))

Ive got that blitz dio too, had'nt thought of putting the two together :cool

[dilligafocau]

In a bus thread - you should be ashamed ;-)

He'll get busted back to Flight Lieutenant for sure :)

[Agent X20]

Nice one.. sorley tempted by a 715.....

4000 of the blighters - any chance of a dump..?

[dilligafocau]

Nice one.. sorley tempted by a 715.....

4000 of the blighters - any chance of a dump..?

This was the 1st Greenline Sun Star made model no.2904, sold out AFAIK :o

[Agent X20]

They have em in Modelzone... but Mrs A will have me committed if I spend a ton on a bus......:D

[dilligafocau]

They have em in Modelzone... but Mrs A will have me committed if I spend a ton on a bus......:D

Tell her its your contribution to solving the Global Warming problem by supporting public transport :LOL:

[Agent X20]

The one I want is the earlier Routemaster in green with no doors at the rear... many a happy memory of running after those in Hertford, grabbing for the pole as the bus gained speed and being dragged on by the conductor .....whose earnings were all to see on the adverts...

[Nimrod48]

Lovely model Dill.:cool
I holding off for a later model c.1950's-60's :(
Then hope for an RF RML MBS ad nauseum:LOL:

Oh and would die for this in same scalehttp://www.britishmodelbuses.com/Large%20Images/Corgi%20OOC/OM43707_Q1%20Trolleybus_London%20Transport_PP_Larg e.jpg

I think hell will freeze over before we have a 1:24 Q1 Aviaction ....I have a hand built resin 1:43 scale Leyland K3 from the St Petersburgh Tram Company which is as close to perfection a humanly possible but at £400 each it should be :)
http://www.sptc.spb.ru/photo/eurotrol/434a.htm

[dilligafocau]

I think hell will freeze over before we have a 1:24 Q1 Aviaction ....I have a hand built resin 1:43 scale Leyland K3 from the St Petersburgh Tram Company which is as close to perfection a humanly possible but at £400 each it should be :)
http://www.sptc.spb.ru/photo/eurotrol/434a.htm

Thats a nice looking model Nimrod48:cool:

The closest I got to trolleybuses was a couple of trams, open & closed in types. I always wondered why trolleybuses had double axles on the rear? were they dual powered to turn around off of the power lines?? :unsure:

[DCRanger]

Thats a nice looking model Nimrod48:cool:

The closest I got to trolleybuses was a couple of trams, open & closed in types. I always wondered why trolleybuses had double axles on the rear? were they dual powered to turn around off of the power lines?? :unsure:

Trolley buses in Bradford only had one rear axel.... B... H*ll I'm posting in bus thread.:eek:

[Wolster]

Trolley buses here in Riga only have one rear axle, they absolutely fascinate me for some reason, what a great idea, why did they get rid of them in the UK? Trolleybuses and trams are the main form of public transport here and cheap too!!

[JACK FLASH]

Trolley buses here in Riga only have one rear axle, they absolutely fascinate me for some reason, what a great idea, why did they get rid of them in the UK? Trolleybuses and trams are the main form of public transport here and cheap too!!

According to my Dad Trolleybuses were unsightly with all their cables and also Bl**dy noisy

[Upkeep]

I thought the same, though being somewhat of a London Bus tragic myself, it was perfectly understandable. :rolleyes:

I had'nt bought a diecast that did'nt sport wings or tracks for a few years so it was probably time to break the drought.

Quite a large lump of diecast 335mm long x 175 high x 90mm wide.

My father would have ridden the real No.37 bus when this one started service & during the war years :)

Actually, Dill, it DOES have a wing. Look at the OXO advert again! Regardless . . . wow! Stunning! I feel like just like hopping on the back, scooting up the stairs and plopping myself down in the front seat and lighting up a smoke! Good memories in London, alright.

As you know, you are not the only one with a penchant for buses . . . so do I, but the core of my collection is based around the gear in our city (Toronto) and what I have used while on holiday in the UK.

http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm82/upkeep/DAF/upkeeps_buses.jpg

It seems like Cornby likes Canada as much as I do, so they have blessed my collection with 3 sterling items. The GM Grey Lines Coach that I used to travel on between Hamilton and Toronto during the mid-70s (same destination card too!), the TTC* streetcar (tram) that I used daily here in the 80s and the TTC GM Fishbowl bus I also used regularly during the 70s and 80s here. The rest comes in the forms of LT double deckers and a new passion for the EFE London Underground cars (The 1938 ones are rare and dear!). A 'wacky lot' we airplane folk, yes?? :D

/U

*TTC = Toronto Transit Commission

[Cardinal]

A diecast bus is one thing, but I've just bought some (circa. pre-1970s) Matchbox Yesteryear vintage cars ... :o

(Anyone know the scale of these 'Made in the UK' beasties :unsure:.)

[Grim Reaper]

Vintage cars , buses this is even worse than AX20`s civils at least they are aircraft of sorts :D there is a darker side than civvies :wacko: :wacko: :eek: :wacko: :wacko:

[FierytheAngelsFell]

Great models on show in this thread.

Oh my word.... I can't believe I'm considering buying a die-cast bus. Whatever next? Tanks? Garbage trucks? Cement mixers?

[Grim Reaper]

FtAF you need treatment fast you are really sick with CDCS :LOL: :LOL: :LOL: :LOL:

[Upkeep]

Great models on show in this thread.

Oh my word.... I can't believe I'm considering buying a die-cast bus. Whatever next? Tanks? Garbage trucks? Cement mixers?

Forcryingoutloud, don't EVER go near diecast cranes! :eek: They'll get you every time. I almost got seduced once, but now I can resist the temptation! :D Buses are fine.

/U

[FierytheAngelsFell]

Forcryingoutloud, don't EVER go near diecast cranes! :eek: They'll get you every time. I almost got seduced once, but now I can resist the temptation! :D Buses are fine.

/U

CRANES! :eek: I'd forgotten about them! And bulldozers. A whole new World of debt and die-cast opens up before me....

[Grim Reaper]

CRANES! :eek: I'd forgotten about them! And bulldozers. A whole new World of debt and die-cast opens up before me....

That is it send the crazy squad for FtAF he has totally flipped :LOL: :LOL: :LOL: :LOL:

The men with white coats are coming ;) ;) ;)

[ACES]

If you can't beat them join them.Just got me this, for my Bismarck collection :D

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a261/KudosPlus/pics/P6260088.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a261/KudosPlus/pics/P6260087.jpg

[Grim Reaper]

We`re doomed I say we`re doomed :LOL: :LOL: :LOL: :LOL: :LOL:

[blue steel]

A diecast bus is one thing, but I've just bought some (circa. pre-1970s) Matchbox Yesteryear vintage cars ... :o

(Anyone know the scale of these 'Made in the UK' beasties :unsure:.)

They varied usually Card, made to 'Fit the box' and all that. If you let me know the ones you have I may have references for them but for a quick guestimate I would think anything between 1/36 to 1/48

[Cardinal]

They varied usually Card, made to 'Fit the box' and all that. If you let me know the ones you have I may have references for them but for a quick guestimate I would think anything between 1/36 to 1/48

Thanks Blue Steel - the one I'm particularly interested in determining the scale for is the Matchbox Yesteryear Y1 1936 Jaguar SS-100 as I thought that it may display well together with a 1/48 Spitfire or Hurricane ... :unsure:

[Cardinal]

We`re doomed I say we`re doomed :LOL: :LOL: :LOL: :LOL: :LOL:

Sign of the times - global financial 'meltdown' and then forumites openly start discussing that 'which should not be discussed' - buses, vintage cars ... whatever next :unsure: :D :LOL:

[Agent X20]

Vintage cars , buses this is even worse than AX20`s civils at least they are aircraft of sorts :D there is a darker side than civvies :wacko: :wacko: :eek: :wacko: :wacko:

As per Mr Churchill......

.........Oh yes....

Pylons...:LOL:

[KO-B]

Great models on show in this thread.

Oh my word.... I can't believe I'm considering buying a die-cast bus. Whatever next? Tanks? Garbage trucks? Cement mixers?

Ha! Yer all a bunch of amateurs!;) Try several hundred 1/43rd (and a goodly Number of 1/18th) competition cars, which despite having sold quite a few over the past year to help fund (and make room for) the planes, just seem to keep on growing...:eek:

KO-B

I still keep finding stuff that I didn't know I had. I think they breed:unsure:

[Nimrod48]

Thats a nice looking model Nimrod48:cool:

The closest I got to trolleybuses was a couple of trams, open & closed in types. I always wondered why trolleybuses had double axles on the rear? were they dual powered to turn around off of the power lines?? :unsure:

I think the double axle layout was probably to do with axle loading regulations in London.
The trams were dual powered..... I have a SPTC 1:43 Feltham type to compliment the trolley bus. :)
http://www.sptc.spb.ru/photo/eurotram/431-3.htm

[Nimrod48]

According to my Dad Trolleybuses were unsightly with all their cables and also Bl**dy noisy

I remember the trolley buses quite well..... yes the wires made a mess of the skyline but noise wise compared to a diesel bus they were quiet almost dangerously so :)

[blue steel]

Thanks Blue Steel - the one I'm particularly interested in determining the scale for is the Matchbox Yesteryear Y1 1936 Jaguar SS-100 as I thought that it may display well together with a 1/48 Spitfire or Hurricane ... :unsure:

No probs Cardinal. The Jag is 1/38 but the RAF Crossley lorry is 1/47 and the RR armoured car is 1/48! 4.5 litre Bentley at 1/40 but 1912 Rolls at 1/48! Austin 7 set is 1/43. Also the 1934 Riley MPH and 1945 MGTC are 1/35 so could be good with a 1/32 job ;) Some American and Continental possibilities too including 1938 Hispano Suiza and 1937 Cord 812 at 1/48 and 1937 Merc at 1/45 :)

[Upkeep]

CRANES! :eek: I'd forgotten about them! And bulldozers. A whole new World of debt and die-cast opens up before me....

Oh yes -- it is SO easy to lured in by the sirens call. Nothing quite like a 5' lean beauty, indeed! I see this stuff ever time I go to a major diecast meet here and it is just amazing. Graders and excavators are yet again a WHOLE nuther story!! :D Fascinating, really. (:wacko: geez I gotta get some airplane stuff and FAST!)

/U

[Cardinal]

No probs Cardinal. The Jag is 1/38 but the RAF Crossley lorry is 1/47 and the RR armoured car is 1/48! 4.5 litre Bentley at 1/40 but 1912 Rolls at 1/48! Austin 7 set is 1/43. Also the 1934 Riley MPH and 1945 MGTC are 1/35 so could be good with a 1/32 job ;) Some American and Continental possibilities too including 1938 Hispano Suiza and 1937 Cord 812 at 1/48 and 1937 Merc at 1/45 :)



At 1/38 the Jag may look pretty good next to a 1/32 'Grumpy' Spitfire ... :cool: :D

[FierytheAngelsFell]

Oh yes -- it is SO easy to lured in by the sirens call. Nothing quite like a 5' lean beauty, indeed! I see this stuff ever time I go to a major diecast meet here and it is just amazing. Graders and excavators are yet again a WHOLE nuther story!! :D Fascinating, really. (:wacko: geez I gotta get some airplane stuff and FAST!)

/U

My four year old son has a hankering after some of those 'First Gear' garbage trucks in my local hobby store. We're talking quality die-cast with working arms etc etc. They ain't cheap either! They sit in a display next to a variety of very nice looking yellow Caterpillar graders and dozers and heavy dump trucks and a big red bus just like Dili's at the start of this thread.

I hear you. I gotta go get another plane quick.:eek:

[blue steel]

At 1/38 the Jag may look pretty good next to a 1/32 'Grumpy' Spitfire ... :cool: :D

Sorted ;)

[dilligafocau]

My four year old son has a hankering after some of those 'First Gear' garbage trucks in my local hobby store. We're talking quality die-cast with working arms etc etc. They ain't cheap either! They sit in a display next to a variety of very nice looking yellow Caterpillar graders and dozers and heavy dump trucks and a big red bus just like Dili's at the start of this thread.

I hear you. I gotta go get another plane quick.:eek:

Well....there was that Grand Slam Lanc :D

[Hornchurch]

This was the 1st Greenline Sun Star made model no.2904, sold out AFAIK :o

They have em in Modelzone... but Mrs A will have me committed if I spend a ton on a bus......:D

Re; the Green 1/24th buses in Modelzone....

That's the second issue (Greenline) that looks much the same as the 1st

£69 from M.Z's a good price, esp' as they're escalating towards the £ 100/£125 bracket from some retailers/traders.

2904 did sell out, so I guess as there ain't much difference 'tween the TWO (1st & 2nd issue), the latter ain't selling so well ?

No, I AIN'T a 'Bus-Nut' or enthusiast, but being a Londoner who used to travel on these things as a teenager (pre-my '67 Sunbeam-Rapier), I've got a soft-spot for 'em; & THESE models look great; so I've taken an interest in this particular range of Die-cast, as they're sheer 'class'..... (unlike most of the die-cast buses available in smaller-scale, which look like utter-cack !


Beautiful pix (& model) of that WW.II era A.E.C. Regent, dill'g'f'c'u

[dilligafocau]

Re; the Green 1/24th buses in Modelzone....

That's the second issue (Greenline) that looks much the same as the 1st

£69 from M.Z's a good price, esp' as they're escalating towards the £ 100/£125 bracket from some retailers/traders.

2904 did sell out, so I guess as there ain't much difference 'tween the TWO (1st & 2nd issue), the latter ain't selling so well ?

No, I AIN'T a 'Bus-Nut' or enthusiast, but being a Londoner who used to travel on these things as a teenager (pre-my '67 Sunbeam-Rapier), I've got a soft-spot for 'em; & THESE models look great; so I've taken an interest in this particular range of Die-cast, as they're sheer 'class'..... (unlike most of the die-cast buses available in smaller-scale, which look like utter-cack !


Beautiful pix (& model) of that WW.II era A.E.C. Regent, dill'g'f'c'u

This is also my excuse, though I was much much much younger.....of course :D

Ive got 1 or 2(0) of the 1/50 Corgi's, look quite nice :) The Grey wartime Guy Arab looks like an armoured SWAT Team transport vehicle, my Dad tells me it did'nt see service in his neck of the (SW London) woods, though they did get the window meshing correct.

[Cardinal]

Well....there was that Grand Slam Lanc :D

Another 'push' or is it a 'shove' towards the inevitable ... :LOL:

[Upkeep]

Well....there was that Grand Slam Lanc :D

Well, Perry does have a few in stock if you can't get one locally! :D

http://www.tricatus.co.uk/Images3/aa32609bm1.jpg

Oh yeah -- that's looking good . . .

/U

[FierytheAngelsFell]

Well, Perry does have a few in stock if you can't get one locally! :D
/U

Grand Slam Lancaster purchased and on its way. :o

[dilligafocau]

Well, Perry does have a few in stock if you can't get one locally! :D

http://www.tricatus.co.uk/Images3/aa32609bm1.jpg

Oh yeah -- that's looking good . . .

/U


These (like a lot of diecast) are like hens teeth in Oz :o That dealer in Oregon does quite well from us downunder.....just wish he stocked buses too :rolleyes:

[dilligafocau]

Grand Slam Lancaster purchased and on its way. :o

Gawd did'nt take much to convince you :LOL:

I was gonna go with the old " no Lanc collection is complete without....." line :D

[FierytheAngelsFell]

Gawd did'nt take much to convince you :LOL:

I was gonna go with the old " no Lanc collection is complete without....." line :D

I've been watching this one for a while. You guys just pushed me over the edge....AGAIN!:D

[Upkeep]

I've been watching this one for a while. You guys just pushed me over the edge....AGAIN!:D

Congrats for taking it like a man then. :D You'll really like the G'slam.

/U

[Upkeep]

That dealer in Oregon does quite well from us downunder.....just wish he stocked buses too :rolleyes:

Geez, I got to obtain most of my buses from the UK as I don't know anyone here in Canada that carries a decent supply. The good news is I really enjoy doing business with these UK dealers for a whole lot of reasons. :D

/U

[dilligafocau]

Before diecast, there was of course......TIN

Corgi's 1/36 homage to the old Mettoy days, also supplied with a key to wind up the spring :)

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/Mettoy1small.jpg

[Hornchurch]

Before diecast, there was of course......TIN

Corgi's 1/36 homage to the old Mettoy days, also supplied with a key to wind up the spring :)

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/Mettoy1small.jpg


Looking at that "Thing" dill', makes ya realise WHY folks hate die-cast buses

It's only 'cause the Sun-Star 1/24th R.M.'s look so accurate that I ever bothered at all.
Pity they (Sun-Star) didn't make more (different) route-destinations available, as I don't think they exploited the (typical) 'Red' R.M.'s enough.

I'm amazed how many people (not on this forum, must add) actually buy some of those 'cack' looking small-scale buses that look so 'toy-like':wacko:

[Upkeep]

Looking at that "Thing" dill', makes ya realise WHY folks hate die-cast buses

It's only 'cause the Sun-Star 1/24th R.M.'s look so accurate that I ever bothered at all.
Pity they (Sun-Star) didn't make more (different) route-destinations available, as I don't think they exploited the (typical) 'Red' R.M.'s enough.

I'm amazed how many people (not on this forum, must add) actually buy some of those 'cack' looking small-scale buses that look so 'toy-like':wacko:

My take of it is, people will collect what they have had experience with, by and large. That certainly is the case with me anyhow. We would like to avoid 'cack' wherever possible, but on occasion a model can be borderline towards that status yet I'll buy it because it represents a specific event or turning point or something personal. Personally, I'm very fond of my Toronto region Corgi buses only because they helped facilitate some very memorable events in my life during the 70s and 80s here. Yeah, good memories, indeed.

Unless one is VERY old, it is hard to say the same about ones WWII collection of say, bombers?! ;) Buses are like propliners in we may have actually had an experience directly involving them that was special.

By the way,that is a very nice looking tin bus, in my estimation.

/U

[dilligafocau]

Looking at that "Thing" dill', makes ya realise WHY folks hate die-cast buses

It's only 'cause the Sun-Star 1/24th R.M.'s look so accurate that I ever bothered at all.
Pity they (Sun-Star) didn't make more (different) route-destinations available, as I don't think they exploited the (typical) 'Red' R.M.'s enough.

I'm amazed how many people (not on this forum, must add) actually buy some of those 'cack' looking small-scale buses that look so 'toy-like':wacko:

You certainly would'nt buy the Tin Routemaster on the grounds of accuracy or the viability of its 'Green-House Gas' friendly propulsion system:)

I'll also put my hand up to buying a Corgi 1/76 non-Original Omnibus RM that happened to have the same Route No. my Mum worked on as a Clippy years ago ;)

There's probably still life left in the Sun Star RM Range, but I think we both agree, liveries like the Vernons Pools debacle should be left off :rolleyes:


My take of it is, people will collect what they have had experience with, by and large. That certainly is the case with me anyhow. We would like to avoid 'cack' wherever possible, but on occasion a model can be borderline towards that status yet I'll buy it because it represents a specific event or turning point or something personal. Personally, I'm very fond of my Toronto region Corgi buses only because they helped facilitate some very memorable events in my life during the 70s and 80s here. Yeah, good memories, indeed.

Unless one is VERY old, it is hard to say the same about ones WWII collection of say, bombers?! ;) Buses are like propliners in we may have actually had an experience directly involving them that was special.

By the way,that is a very nice looking tin bus, in my estimation.

/U

Quite well made too (in czech Republic), don't know how many they sold at RRP GBP80 :rolleyes:

[Hornchurch]

My take of it is, people will collect what they have had experience with, by and large. That certainly is the case with me anyhow. We would like to avoid 'cack' wherever possible, but on occasion a model can be borderline towards that status yet I'll buy it because it represents a specific event or turning point or something personal.


I'll also put my hand up to buying a Corgi 1/76 non-Original Omnibus RM that happened to have the same Route No. my Mum worked on as a Clippy years ago ;)

There's probably still life left in the Sun Star RM Range, but I think we both agree, liveries like the Vernons Pools debacle should be left off :rolleyes:


The 'Vernon's Pools' livery was one enormous 'Gaff' on a Grand-Scale.

Went down like a Pork-Pie at a Barmitzvah !

Apparently even the decals slide down on some models, so a re-spray is a nightmare !!!!!!!!!!

Sun-Star didn't expliot that FANTASTIC mould in anything like the success-rate/style that (say) Hobbymaster are doing just now with their F.4 Phantom (in 1/72).

So dissapointing.

Still can't get around how someone never had the 'nous'/savvy to market some after-market decals for the Red versions; as they would have made a killing:cool:

Can understand Upkeep's point about "something personal"

That's the way I felt about seeing F.O.V. release a 387th B.G B.26 Maruader..
only to find that EVERY one I've seen (or heard of) is a complete 'howler':(

Strange how EVERYONE who models that a/c nearly ALWAYS choose the 387th's colours.... & yet the base itself (& the 387th's history) goes uncelebrated

Have had x 4 examples (brand-new & straight from the factory) in my hands & yet due to (very) poor quality-control, have ALWAYS given them a 'wide-berth'........ shame.

[Cardinal]

Is collecting vintage cars as bad as collecting buses ?:unsure:

(I've purchased a few Matchbox Yesteryears of late for reasons of nostalgia but don't intend making a habit of it ... they're pretty 'cool' though :o :D.)

[dilligafocau]

Is collecting vintage cars as bad as collecting buses ?:unsure:

(I've purchased a few Matchbox Yesteryears of late for reasons of nostalgia but don't intend making a habit of it ... they're pretty 'cool' though :o :D.)

Only if they're made of tin :D

I knew you had picked up a Jag, the Yesteryear Riley would make a nice dio car too:cool:

Im finding British cars of the WWII era are scarce, especially in the larger scales :o

[Nimrod48]

The 'Vernon's Pools' livery was one enormous 'Gaff' on a Grand-Scale.

Went down like a Pork-Pie at a Barmitzvah !

Apparently even the decals slide down on some models, so a re-spray is a nightmare !!!!!!!!!!

Sun-Star didn't expliot that FANTASTIC mould in anything like the success-rate/style that (say) Hobbymaster are doing just now with their F.4 Phantom (in 1/72).

So dissapointing.

Still can't get around how someone never had the 'nous'/savvy to market some after-market decals for the Red versions; as they would have made a killing:cool:

Can understand Upkeep's point about "something personal"

That's the way I felt about seeing F.O.V. release a 387th B.G B.26 Maruader..
only to find that EVERY one I've seen (or heard of) is a complete 'howler':(

Strange how EVERYONE who models that a/c nearly ALWAYS choose the 387th's colours.... & yet the base itself (& the 387th's history) goes uncelebrated

Have had x 4 examples (brand-new & straight from the factory) in my hands & yet due to (very) poor quality-control, have ALWAYS given them a 'wide-berth'........ shame.

The Greenline RM coach versions are not much to write home about IMHO of the four RMs I have this is my least favourite.
I understand the moulds are being retired after the Arriva "Last Routemaster" to ensure the collectability of the series.
I look forward to all the RT issues from Sun Star plus the 1:24 RF from Gilbow (EFE) :)

[Hornchurch]

The Greenline RM coach versions are not much to write home about IMHO of the four RMs I have this is my least favourite.
I understand the moulds are being retired after the Arriva "Last Routemaster" to ensure the collectability of the series.
I look forward to all the RT issues from Sun Star plus the 1:24 RF from Gilbow (EFE) :)

I'm real suprised at that Nimrod :confused:

I've always thought the Green ones are well-executed & look decent.

My least fave' one (that I've got) is the 'Bronze' 50th Annv'

The best one for me is my most expensive one; the East-Ham 'R.M' (£125)

I've yet to get the Arriva (looks nice).


Shame the A.E.C. R.T's are SOOOOO expensive
The Gilbow stuff's rare AND expensive, so I doubt I'll get any.

So what ARE the four Sun-Star 'R.M.'s that YOU have got then ?????????

[FierytheAngelsFell]

I'd quite like to see some civilian wartime vehicles in 1/72. They's look ok parked near a Lanc or a Spit. Airfield vehicles too.

[Nimrod48]

I'm real suprised at that Nimrod :confused:

I've always thought the Green ones are well-executed & look decent.

My least fave' one (that I've got) is the 'Bronze' 50th Annv'

The best one for me is my most expensive one; the East-Ham 'R.M' (£125)

I've yet to get the Arriva (looks nice).


Shame the A.E.C. R.T's are SOOOOO expensive
The Gilbow stuff's rare AND expensive, so I doubt I'll get any.

So what ARE the four Sun-Star 'R.M.'s that YOU have got then ?????????

Its the lineing out of the lower deck windows that spoil the RMC Hornchurch the corners should be rounded & not squared off....I understand why it has been done like that but it does spoil the look for me...as does the sticker used for the destination blind.
My collection of RMs so far are 2902 Standard RM (RM254), 2904 Greenline RM coach (RMC1453), 2906 Silver Jubilee (SRM25) & H2909 LT 50th Anniversary (RM1933)....just waiting for the Arriva version to be issued to complete my Routemaster wants. :)

[Hornchurch]

....just waiting for the Arriva version to be issued to complete my Routemaster wants. :)

Apparently it's out, now !!!!!!!!!

I've seen one on E-bay the other night, but as he wants £100 'Buy-it-Now' I figure the price may drop, as more become available.

Having read FierytheAngelsfell's post, I'd agree that some well executed Airfield vehicles would go down a storm.

Personally, as I LOVE these Sun-Star 'R.M.'s (& they now do the A.E.C. Regent, as per dill's pix) I'd LOVE to see 'em do an A.E.C. Matador lorry in 1/24th !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Look great with a canvas top, towing a 25pdr:cool :cool :cool

(or a 5.5, like the old Airfix kit)

[Nimrod48]

Apparently it's out, now !!!!!!!!!

I've seen one on E-bay the other night, but as he wants £100 'Buy-it-Now' I figure the price may drop, as more become available.

Having read FierytheAngelsfell's post, I'd agree that some well executed Airfield vehicles would go down a storm.

Personally, as I LOVE these Sun-Star 'R.M.'s (& they now do the A.E.C. Regent, as per dill's pix) I'd LOVE to see 'em do an A.E.C. Matador lorry in 1/24th !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Look great with a canvas top, towing a 25pdr:cool :cool :cool

(or a 5.5, like the old Airfix kit)

Just checked out Time Tunnel £89.95 inc free p+p ....no stock there as yet :)

[Hornchurch]

Just checked out Time Tunnel £89.95 inc free p+p ....no stock there as yet :)

Many thanks for the tip, Nim'

Sounds like a decent price, for sure.

[Upkeep]

Having read FierytheAngelsfell's post, I'd agree that some well executed Airfield vehicles would go down a storm.

Ground vehicles always seem to be as rare as hens teeth. Lledo did a BoB series a few years back that were, well . . . they were. What's left? Yes, the Airfix stuff, but not everyone can or wants to get back into kit bashing.

The 'grand master' of model vehicle, Cornby, should have provided this stuff in 1:72 ages ago, given the amount of Aviation Archive stuff they've pumped out. It's an easy way for them to make some extra dough, and keeps us coming back for more. Win-win. They could have added 1:72 ground crew sets as well. Even their Classic Propliners suffer from a lack of decent 1:144 GSE. Grand opportunities missed, I tell 'ya!

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[Hornchurch]

Just checked out Time Tunnel £89.95 inc free p+p ....no stock there as yet :)


Just clocked one on E-bay for £ 87.50 "Buy it Now"


THEN I clocked the seller....... 'BrianBillie:eek: :eek: :LOL:


Hmmn, maybe not, after all the "bad news" saga's that I've read on here (on a different-thread) over the last few days !!!!!!!!

Bad-news travels fast !

[Agent X20]

.. and everone knows there are no Routemasters in Swanage...:D

[Hornchurch]

.. and everone knows there are no Routemasters in Swanage...:D


Ohh, so the Air-strike DID take place then ????????:D

[dilligafocau]

Just clocked one on E-bay for £ 87.50 "Buy it Now"


THEN I clocked the seller....... 'BrianBillie:eek: :eek: :LOL:


Hmmn, maybe not, after all the "bad news" saga's that I've read on here (on a different-thread) over the last few days !!!!!!!!

Bad-news travels fast !

Believe it (or not) got my 1st RM (Greenline) from that seller, missing a few bit 'n pieces but it arrived. Next couple of items failed to show......and an ebay legend was born :)

Anyways, I was contemplating the Last Routemaster myself thinking it would look great displayed with the 1st one :cool:

Has anyone seen the open-top RM, anything majorly wrong with it? the usual places still have stocks which is usually a bad sign :unsure:

[Hornchurch]

Believe it (or not) got my 1st RM (Greenline) from that seller, missing a few bit 'n pieces but it arrived. Next couple of items failed to show......and an ebay legend was born :)

Anyways, I was contemplating the Last Routemaster myself thinking it would look great displayed with the 1st one :cool:

Has anyone seen the open-top RM, anything majorly wrong with it? the usual places still have stocks which is usually a bad sign :unsure:



Hi dill' ; that "Open-Top R.M" sells like a Preist at an Orgy

Can pick 'em up for a lowly £ 60 over here.

Almost as 'pox-ridden' as the dreaded "Littlewoods" fiasco.

Now't apparently wrong with it; other than the fact that folks like to see a Roof on London's most famous vehicle; (unless they're actual tourists on a rare sunny-day inside the real-thing itself:D )


Really sorry to hear you got stung by the 'B.B.' gun too......

Scott's saga put me off using him (B.B) as a buyer - shame, as he's selling that "Last" R.M. at sensible money.


Can't fathom WHY the R.T's are SOOOOO much more expensive than the R.M's ????????????

They don't appear top be selling as well (not that now is a good time anyhow)

Can you buy any of your Sun-Star stuff from dealers in Oz, or are you reliant on E-bay ???????????

[dilligafocau]

Hi dill' ; that "Open-Top R.M" sells like a Preist at an Orgy

Can pick 'em up for a lowly £ 60 over here.

Almost as 'pox-ridden' as the dreaded "Littlewoods" fiasco.

Now't apparently wrong with it; other than the fact that folks like to see a Roof on London's most famous vehicle; (unless they're actual tourists on a rare sunny-day inside the real-thing itself:D )


Really sorry to hear you got stung by the 'B.B.' gun too......

Scott's saga put me off using him (B.B) as a buyer - shame, as he's selling that "Last" R.M. at sensible money.


Can't fathom WHY the R.T's are SOOOOO much more expensive than the R.M's ????????????

They don't appear top be selling as well (not that now is a good time anyhow)

Can you buy any of your Sun-Star stuff from dealers in Oz, or are you reliant on E-bay ???????????

There is a limited supply/range of RM's over here for GBP110 ~ 120, the RT is at GBP126 at the moment but the dealer is still awaiting stock :rolleyes:
A small saving can be made by buying off of US ebay :)

[dilligafocau]

.. and everone knows there are no Routemasters in Swanage...:D

They prefer the train apparently :LOL:


http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/swanagesmall.jpg

[dilligafocau]

Corgi's modest offering, going for 1/3 the price and 1/2 the size of the Sunstar :rolleyes:

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/LastRM.jpg

[Upkeep]

Corgi's modest offering, going for 1/3 the price and 1/2 the size of the Sunstar :rolleyes:



I really should look at grabbing that -- not because it may or may not be a stellar representation, but because I used to take that one (159 Marble Arch) when I did a short work stint in London. The sideboards are interesting to me as well. Thanx for posting this, Dill.

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[Hornchurch]

Corgi's modest offering, going for 1/3 the price and 1/2 the size of the Sunstar :rolleyes:


...& STILL not even 1/10th as Good

[Hornchurch]

I really should look at grabbing that -- not because it may or may not be a stellar representation, but because I used to take that one (159 Marble Arch) when I did a short work stint in London. The sideboards are interesting to me as well. Thanx for posting this, Dill.

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. Don't waste yer money on that $hite

Pay the extra dollars & lash-out on this, instead............


p.s. I reckon this photo' doesn't do it enough Justice !

[Nimrod48]

Corgi's modest offering, going for 1/3 the price and 1/2 the size of the Sunstar :rolleyes:

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/LastRM.jpg

The windows look awful as does the toy like driver figure....cant wait to get my Sun Star version :cool:

[Upkeep]

. Don't waste yer money on that $hite

Pay the extra dollars & lash-out on this, instead............


p.s. I reckon this photo' doesn't do it enough Justice !

I hear 'ya HC, but sometimes display space doesn't allow for such grand-sized models. Aircraft are my first priority, so they get premium consideration -- ALWAYS -- and buses, as much as I am fond of them, have to take the back seat. That said, that Corgi model may well be $h!te compared to the Sun Star one, but the Corgi one I have space for and it will bring back the good memories just as well.

It's not just a matter of dollars either, as I have been looking at the EFE 1938 London Underground set that is custom motorized. That set of 4 cars runs around £195 (+/-). Gotta spread it around!!:D

Again, though, space will become a major deciding factor in this one. (Gawd, I love the London Underground, though!!)

http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm82/upkeep/DAF/EFE_LondonUnderground.jpg

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[Nimrod48]

I hear 'ya HC, but sometimes display space doesn't allow for such grand-sized models. Aircraft are my first priority, so they get premium consideration -- ALWAYS -- and buses, as much as I am fond of them, have to take the back seat. That said, that Corgi model may well be $h!te compared to the Sun Star one, but the Corgi one I have space for and it will bring back the good memories just as well.

It's not just a matter of dollars either, as I have been looking at the EFE 1938 London Underground set that is custom motorized. That set of 4 cars runs around £195 (+/-). Gotta spread it around!!:D

Again, though, space will become a major deciding factor in this one. (Gawd, I love the London Underground, though!!)

http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm82/upkeep/DAF/EFE_LondonUnderground.jpg

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EFE have done an excellent job with these Underground sets Upkeep.... trouble is most are coupled in 7 or 8 car sets in real life which makes them difficult to display for me:)

[Upkeep]

EFE have done an excellent job with these Underground sets Upkeep.... trouble is most are coupled in 7 or 8 car sets in real life which makes them difficult to display for me:)

Also difficult to afford! I think one has to be prepared to flex the creative license somewhat regarding 'absolute' authenticity. Geez I live with Dowty u/c on my Halifax Mk II when it supposed to be Messier, as an example. And in the case of this motorized set -- I seriously doubt the motorcar front and back has enough chuff to haul six carriage cars anyhow. Just a guess on my part, mind you. They do look enchanting, don't they?

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[Craig]

Also difficult to afford! I think one has to be prepared to flex the creative license somewhat regarding 'absolute' authenticity. Geez I live with Dowty u/c on my Halifax Mk II when it supposed to be Messier, as an example. And in the case of this motorized set -- I seriously doubt the motorcar front and back has enough chuff to haul six carriage cars anyhow. Just a guess on my part, mind you. They do look enchanting, don't they?

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I may be wrong, but I think these things have the "Black Beetle" motor bogie fitted, and if so they probably will haul the 6 coaches, they're quite gutsy little things... ;)

[Upkeep]

I may be wrong, but I think these things have the "Black Beetle" motor bogie fitted, and if so they probably will haul the 6 coaches, they're quite gutsy little things... ;)

Oh . . . I didn't know that. Thanks for the heads-up, Craig, I'll check it out. Left to my own devises I could be broke inside a day!! :unsure:

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[dilligafocau]

That Underground set looks quite nice, last thing I need is another scale and type vehicle to collect......however a couple of these would display well, even if placed side-by-side :cool:

[Aviaction]

I love the EFE LT Underground sets, but don't remember seeing them at much under £100 a set of four.

Maybe this Forum should renamed "Planes,Trains & Automobiles"

[FierytheAngelsFell]

Perhaps interested forum members should band together, make a purchase, and keep a carriage each? Just a thought.

[Nimrod48]

I love the EFE LT Underground sets, but don't remember seeing them at much under £100 a set of four.

Maybe this Forum should renamed "Planes,Trains & Automobiles"

I picked up a Northern Line set for a friend for £80 at Showbus about four years ago & that is the cheapest I have seen any of the sets they seem to vanish quite quickly upon release. :)

[dilligafocau]

I love the EFE LT Underground sets, but don't remember seeing them at much under £100 a set of four.

Maybe this Forum should renamed "Planes,Trains & Automobiles"

Just one thing missing............oh yes, a car :D

Sun Star 1/12 Morris Minor, its the same length as their buses :cool

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/100_0456small.jpg

[Upkeep]

I love the EFE LT Underground sets, but don't remember seeing them at much under £100 a set of four.

Maybe this Forum should renamed "Planes,Trains & Automobiles"

The place I nicked the image of the 1938 EFE set wants £110 for a set of 4 NON-motorized, and £195 for a motorized set (custom done). A bit dear no matter which way you go, as far as I can see it. Lovely though. The place that offers these is Radley in the UK (HERE) (http://www.radleymodels.co.uk/). Just click on EFE down the left side of the page. Of course if you were interested to see any of this stuff in 'action' you'd want to pop over to Metro Models (Here) (http://www.metromodels.net/). Poke around there a bit and it will knock your sox off. (See below)

http://www.metromodels.net/marcus_sarkany_12.jpg

This forum impresses the daylights out of me because there are quite a number of guys who have the guts to admit they collect buses, trains, etc. I really like that open-mindedness here. Anyhow, the piccies at Metro Models will blow your mind indeed!

Maybe is should be renamed "Planes,Trains & Buses" :D

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[Upkeep]

Just one thing missing............oh yes, a car :D

Sun Star 1/12 Morris Minor, its the same length as their buses :cool

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/100_0456small.jpg

Oh yes, that IS a knockout!!! I saw this profiled in Model Collector. Über-detailed!

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[Upkeep]

That Underground set looks quite nice, last thing I need is another scale and type vehicle to collect......however a couple of these would display well, even if placed side-by-side :cool:

Exclusive First Editions says these are 1:76 (or 'OO') and will run on that track, if motorized (has to be custom done, but EFE designed for that). And 1:76 is just a tick from 1:72. As far as another vehicle type is concerned, yes, that does make me ponder. I think I could make an exception just this once!

As a static display, I could easily see that 1936 British Airways JU-52 (AA36903) somewhere nearby too! Or perhaps my early RAF bomber collection - Wellys, Halifax, the lot. Mmmm . . . yeah, even the 4 car static set would be so classic! (Oh yes, the detailed interiors have the straps and the route maps)

A compelling thought to muse from this corner of the globe.

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[dilligafocau]

Oh yes, that IS a knockout!!! I saw this profiled in Model Collector. Über-detailed!

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There is a white tourer available too, but Im gonna stop at one at this stage :o


Exclusive First Editions says these are 1:76 (or 'OO') and will run on that track, if motorized (has to be custom done, but EFE designed for that). And 1:76 is just a tick from 1:72. As far as another vehicle type is concerned, yes, that does make me ponder. I think I could make an exception just this once!

As a static display, I could easily see that 1936 British Airways JU-52 (AA36903) somewhere nearby too! Or perhaps my early RAF bomber collection - Wellys, Halifax, the lot. Mmmm . . . yeah, even the 4 car static set would be so classic! (Oh yes, the detailed interiors have the straps and the route maps)

A compelling thought to muse from this corner of the globe.

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The Sun Star bus's internal detail certainly adds to their charm, for EFE to have such detail in a 1/76 model is amazing :)

[Upkeep]

There is a white tourer available too, but Im gonna stop at one at this stage :o

That black one is a real cracker, alright!


The Sun Star bus's internal detail certainly adds to their charm, for EFE to have such detail in a 1/76 model is amazing :)

No one in their right mind would question Sun Star's calibre of detail. Absolutely superb, indeed. I know sometimes the magazine reviewers get their hands on a pre-pro model and get a touch picky. I have yet to see an EFE tube train in real life to validate their interior detail claims. This is what THEY say.;) Looks like I may have to scoop a set to do the verification myself as nobody stocks them here in Canada.:eek:

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[Aviaction]

I think these are impressive as well.
http://www.sunstartoys.com/sunstar.aspx?series=s

Notice they have a morris traveller in the catalogue
go here:

http://www.sunstartoys.com/index.htm

Although we are getting into very deep water here.

I have a Pocher Mercedes 500AK that still needs building. Now that's detailed...

[Cardinal]

This thread is becoming disturbing on so many different levels ... ;) :D :LOL:

[FierytheAngelsFell]

This thread is becoming disturbing on so many different levels ... ;) :D :LOL:

I blame it all on Dilli.

[dilligafocau]

That black one is a real cracker, alright!

No one in their right mind would question Sun Star's calibre of detail. Absolutely superb, indeed. I know sometimes the magazine reviewers get their hands on a pre-pro model and get a touch picky. I have yet to see an EFE tube train in real life to validate their interior detail claims. This is what THEY say.;) Looks like I may have to scoop a set to do the verification myself as nobody stocks them here in Canada.:eek:

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I have the same problem, having to rely on photos and reviews of these models. Thankfully I have'nt been dudded yet ;)





I think these are impressive as well.
http://www.sunstartoys.com/sunstar.aspx?series=s

Notice they have a morris traveller in the catalogue
go here:

http://www.sunstartoys.com/index.htm

Although we are getting into very deep water here.

I have a Pocher Mercedes 500AK that still needs building. Now that's detailed...

I looked at the Morris Minor convertible photos, for me it is let down by the 'real-world' scale stitching on the material roof. The Estate Morris Minor however IMO worthy of ownership :cool:



This thread is becoming disturbing on so many different levels ... ;) :D :LOL:

Your not being lured to the "darker than" dark side are you Cards? :LOL:




I blame it all on Dilli.

:LOL: Ive still got me Gerry Anderson Collection to get through yet :LOL: :D

[Upkeep]

And I'm not THAT far gone yet either lads -- I just finally found and retrieved my coveted 'Grim Reaper' mossie out of my storage locker so I can get it up with my Dams Lanc. Currently, I am seeking another pistol hot aircraft with a daring story to accompany it. I'm contemplating kit bashing a Mustang Mk III in Leonard Cheshire's target marking colours based off that scrappy image I found and posted here earlier.

http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm82/upkeep/DAF/cheshire_aj-n.jpg

Not sure how correct it is, but it sounds legit. That will join Johnson's Spit Mk IX and my Lysander Mk III 'spy taxi'.

I must admit, I do find this bus stuff most interesting and glad to see others here do too! I plan to actively pursue buses a bit more over the coming year.

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[Cardinal]

Your not being lured to the "darker than" dark side are you Cards? :LOL:



Not quite, but I've been picking up a few of the Matchbox Yesteryear vintage cars at bargain prices lately and some of them complement my aircraft collection nicely ... the rest just look :cool: :o. (It's actually quite refreshing to buy some diecast that says "Made in England" and still looks good after 30+ years :) :D.)

Won't buy many more of them though as the wife just said that I'll collect 'anything', my response to which was that some forum members are so far gone that they actually collect buses :wacko: - I won't repeat her exact words ... :eek: :eek: :eek: :LOL:

[Upkeep]

Not quite, but I've been picking up a few of the Matchbox Yesteryear vintage cars at bargain prices lately and some of them complement my aircraft collection nicely ... the rest just look :cool: :o. (It's actually quite refreshing to buy some diecast that says "Made in England" and still looks good after 30+ years :) :D.)

There is something very comforting about seeing "Made in England" on quality items. Its all over my vintage Dinky Toys too. Love it.

Won't buy many more of them though as the wife just said that I'll collect 'anything', my response to which was that some forum members are so far gone that they actually collect buses :wacko: - I won't repeat her exact words ... :eek: :eek: :eek: :LOL:

Well then, Card, I'll do it for you as my wife said the very same thing. She said:
"Well collecting buses a very lovely pass time for you dear, and if there is anything I can do to make it more fun, you just let me know, alright?"
I trust Card, your wife said something similar, yes??:eek:;):D

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[Cardinal]

Well then, Card, I'll do it for you as my wife said the very same thing. She said:
"Well collecting buses a very lovely pass time for you dear, and if there is anything I can do to make it more fun, you just let me know, alright?"
I trust Card, your wife said something similar, yes??:eek:;):D



Not exactly ... :eek: :D :LOL:

[Upkeep]

Not exactly ... :eek: :D :LOL:

Understood! :D

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[Hornchurch]

This thread is becoming disturbing on so many different levels ... ;) :D :LOL:





There SHOULD be a section/threads for me, dill & Upkeep (though even they're going to extremes with the ****** 'London-Underground' trains !)

One that caters for the 'deviants' amongst us :wacko: :D


Then I'd be able to explain this...... (whilst gauging their reactions)


This won't trouble the "a/c only" brigade - but for those into vehicles, including Aviaction, Nimrod, dill' & Upkeep, you'll need a well-strong nerve for this, esp' at £ 125 (rrp) a throw:D

[Upkeep]

There SHOULD be a section/threads for me, dill & Upkeep (though even they're going to extremes with the ****** 'London-Underground' trains !)

One that caters for the 'deviants' amongst us :wacko: :D


Then I'd be able to explain this...... (whilst gauging their reactions)


This won't trouble the "a/c only" brigade - but for those into vehicles, including Aviaction, Nimrod, dill' & Upkeep, you'll need a well-strong nerve for this, esp' at £ 125 (rrp) a throw:D

Whoa! Somebody likes to live their life at the 'edge'. Nice exposé, though!!! :cool

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[Aviaction]

Obviously an overhaul at Chiswick...:eek:

Corgi Omnibus Q1 Trolleybus 1/76? . Used to watch these using Fulwell Garage from across the road at my friends parents farm in Twickenham.

http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/Q1LTrhs8x6.jpg

http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/Q1LTlhs8x6.jpg

http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/Q1LTfront8x6.jpg

[Upkeep]

Obviously an overhaul at Chiswick...:eek:

Corgi Omnibus Q1 Trolleybus 1/76? . Used to watch these using Fulwell Garage from across the road at my friends parents farm in Twickenham.

I really like that trolley, but I REALLY like your photos!!!

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[Nimrod48]

There SHOULD be a section/threads for me, dill & Upkeep (though even they're going to extremes with the ****** 'London-Underground' trains !)

One that caters for the 'deviants' amongst us :wacko: :D


Then I'd be able to explain this...... (whilst gauging their reactions)


This won't trouble the "a/c only" brigade - but for those into vehicles, including Aviaction, Nimrod, dill' & Upkeep, you'll need a well-strong nerve for this, esp' at £ 125 (rrp) a throw:D

Any particular reason for the surgery Hornchurch?

[Hornchurch]

Whoa! Somebody likes to live their life at the 'edge'. Nice exposé, though!!! :cool

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Any particular reason for the surgery Hornchurch?


Er, Yeah !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Will do a full-report on M.H.II in the 'Automotive' section, where it's more applicable (sometime soon....), as there's NO (real) PLACE to put 'it' (on THIS board), other than to 'tack-it' on to this thread.....

Ya never know; some (other) poor soul is BOUND to need to 'give-surgery' to an example of Sun-Star's finest


In a nutshell; a rattling/loose Main-interior bulkhead

Ended-up, above the seats, by the lower-ceiling (clearly visible thru lower-windows), so had NO OPTION other than to "get busy" round it & "go-internal" :( :eek: :( :wacko: (Gulp).

NOT what I wanted on an £ 125 model.

Made me laugh; it's the ONLY ONE I've ever had with a "Q.C." sticker on it !

Oh, the irony:rolleyes:

[dilligafocau]

Er, Yeah !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Will do a full-report on M.H.II in the 'Automotive' section, where it's more applicable (sometime soon....), as there's NO (real) PLACE to put 'it' (on THIS board), other than to 'tack-it' on to this thread.....

Ya never know; some (other) poor soul is BOUND to need to 'give-surgery' to an example of Sun-Star's finest


In a nutshell; a rattling/loose Main-interior bulkhead

Ended-up, above the seats, by the lower-ceiling (clearly visible thru lower-windows), so had NO OPTION other than to "get busy" round it & "go-internal" :( :eek: :( :wacko: (Gulp).

NOT what I wanted on an £ 125 model.

Made me laugh; it's the ONLY ONE I've ever had with a "Q.C." sticker on it !

Oh, the irony:rolleyes:

Ive been very tempted to give that Vernon's Pool RM a respray :rolleyes:

Did see an ebay seller (last year I think) that had decorated his RM interior with 1/24 newpapers etc to give it that 'real world' look :cool:

[dilligafocau]

Obviously an overhaul at Chiswick...:eek:

Corgi Omnibus Q1 Trolleybus 1/76? . Used to watch these using Fulwell Garage from across the road at my friends parents farm in Twickenham.

http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/Q1LTrhs8x6.jpg



My Dad is always telling me how those trolley buses used to fly along.......I had no idea! ;) Nice photos :cool:

[Hornchurch]

Ive been very tempted to give that Vernon's Pool RM a respray :rolleyes:

Did see an ebay seller (last year I think) that had decorated his RM interior with 1/24 newpapers etc to give it that 'real world' look :cool:


Regarding that "Vernon's" thing.......

About you & half the Die-cast WORLD have been toying with the idea !!!!!!!!

They can't GIVE that thing away :LOL:


Needs a bare-shell & PLENTY of 'Nitro-Moors'

Then a primer; some nice 'Pillar-Box' red & then............

Oh Bugger......; NO DECALS


Cannot, for the life of me; fathom why some enterprising soul HASN'T been clever enough to develop 'after-market' decals for these !

They would have made a killing !!!!!!!!!!!!


As for the 'newspaper' decorating fool.......... what a knob:unsure:

[dilligafocau]

Regarding that "Vernon's" thing.......

About you & half the Die-cast WORLD have been toying with the idea !!!!!!!!

They can't GIVE that thing away :LOL:


Needs a bare-shell & PLENTY of 'Nitro-Moors'

Then a primer; some nice 'Pillar-Box' red & then............

Oh Bugger......; NO DECALS


Cannot, for the life of me; fathom why some enterprising soul HASN'T been clever enough to develop 'after-market' decals for these !

They would have made a killing !!!!!!!!!!!!


As for the 'newspaper' decorating fool.......... what a knob:unsure:

I was thinking of doing a 'Diecast Aviation Forum' Nightfighter version in flat black :D

[Hornchurch]

I was thinking of doing a 'Diecast Aviation Forum' Nightfighter version in flat black :D

29 Squadron-codes on the flanx ?


.303 out the upstairs Exit-window ?

[Nimrod48]

Er, Yeah !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Will do a full-report on M.H.II in the 'Automotive' section, where it's more applicable (sometime soon....), as there's NO (real) PLACE to put 'it' (on THIS board), other than to 'tack-it' on to this thread.....

Ya never know; some (other) poor soul is BOUND to need to 'give-surgery' to an example of Sun-Star's finest


In a nutshell; a rattling/loose Main-interior bulkhead

Ended-up, above the seats, by the lower-ceiling (clearly visible thru lower-windows), so had NO OPTION other than to "get busy" round it & "go-internal" :( :eek: :( :wacko: (Gulp).

NOT what I wanted on an £ 125 model.

Made me laugh; it's the ONLY ONE I've ever had with a "Q.C." sticker on it !

Oh, the irony:rolleyes:

As I said in an earlier post its the original RMC that dissapoints me with its overall finish nothing drastic like loose bulkheads but let down by poor assembly & incorrect lowerdeck window lining:(

[Upkeep]

. . . decorated his RM interior with 1/24 newpapers etc to give it that 'real world' look :cool:

I'd be tempted to go that one step further and litter the floor with a couple of crushed beer tins, as I often saw half-p!ssed yobs do. Now THAT'S realism to the extreme!!! :D

/U

[Hornchurch]

I'd be tempted to go that one step further and litter the floor with a couple of crushed beer tins, as I often saw half-p!ssed yobs do. Now THAT'S realism to the extreme!!! :D

/U


You forgot the ubiquitous 'pile of puke' !!!!!!!!!!

Always ends up with diced-carrots, for some strange reason........

Even if ya ain't eaten 'em for weeks !


WHY IS THAT ??????????????


(one of life's GREAT Mysteries; rather like the Bermuda-triangle)

[Aviaction]

mmm. tickets and fag ends on the floor?
graffiti...:LOL: deface the "no smoking" sign to "No Snoring" or even the legendary "Nosmo King"
Got me thinking about leds for working lights, interior etc.

Anyway, bought the Q1 into the 21st century...:D

Piccy taken yesterday, seen on approach to Heathrow 09L :wacko:

http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/Q1REDbullrhs8x6.jpg

Carrots? mine was tandoori prawn jalfrezi... (tasted better the first time)

[Craig]

You forgot the ubiquitous 'pile of puke' !!!!!!!!!!

Always ends up with diced-carrots, for some strange reason........

Even if ya ain't eaten 'em for weeks !


WHY IS THAT ??????????????


(one of life's GREAT Mysteries; rather like the Bermuda-triangle)
That's stomach lining, not carrot... :wacko: :eek:

[dilligafocau]

That's stomach lining, not carrot... :wacko: :eek:

Oh gawd! :eek: , what did I just feed me rabbits :LOL:

[Agent X20]

Carrots? mine was tandoori prawn jalfrezi... (tasted better the first time).. Is that still repeating..?..:D

[Upkeep]

Aw -- you guys are killin' me!!! :LOL: How could I forget the 'chuck'!!?? Yeah -- Tandoori 'surprise' jetted out by about 6 skanky pints of Hoegaarden. Oh yeah. Wild youth.

/U

[Nimrod48]

These vehicles were bought to replace the much loved Routemaster in the early 1970s but due to reliability issues & its general inability to cope with Londons traffic most were quickly sold off to either provincial operators or Hong Kong operators like China Motor Bus & Kowloon Motor Bus.

The model is made in China by Drumwell for Gilbow (aka EFE) & has opening spring loaded passenger doors, opening engine cover & rear upper window.
The destination blinds can be scrolled to show five different routes, this particular vehicle was based at Romford on the so called Forrest Route.

[dilligafocau]

1:24 LT Daimler DMS Fleetline

Ive seen these for sale on the 'bay, they command a high price tag too :eek:

I like the idea of a working destination blind, I guess Sunstar could not hope to have such features at their price-point :unsure:

[Hornchurch]

These vehicles were bought to replace the much loved Routemaster in the early 1970s but due to reliability issues & its general inability to cope with Londons traffic most were quickly sold off to either provincial operators or Hong Kong operators like China Motor Bus & Kowloon Motor Bus.

The model is made in China by Drumwell for Gilbow (aka EFE) & has opening spring loaded passenger doors, opening engine cover & rear upper window.
The destination blinds can be scrolled to show five different routes, this particular vehicle was based at Romford on the so called Forrest Route.


Very nice picture, Nim'

Is that YOUR particular example ? ... (or, a pic' from the 'net ?)

Made me laugh, seeing Romford & Ilford on the 'Blinds'

Shame they're SOooooo Expensive, too.


BTW, what's the ACTUAL model/Cat' No. of THAT particular example ?


I've NEVER seen anyone stocking them; other than "E-bay" dealers, so they ain't exactly easy to obtain !

Interesting to hear about the REAL bus's reliability problems

By the time the Routemasters were being supplemented/replaced 1st-time around; I'd obtained my Driving-Licence, so consequently gave Public-transport a "wide-berth" :D

[Nimrod48]

Very nice picture, Nim'

Is that YOUR particular example ? ... (or, a pic' from the 'net ?)

Made me laugh, seeing Romford & Ilford on the 'Blinds'

Shame they're SOooooo Expensive, too.


BTW, what's the ACTUAL model/Cat' No. of THAT particular example ?


I've NEVER seen anyone stocking them; other than "E-bay" dealers, so they ain't exactly easy to obtain !

Interesting to hear about the REAL bus's reliability problems

By the time the Routemasters were being supplemented/replaced 1st-time around; I'd obtained my Driving-Licence, so consequently gave Public-transport a "wide-berth" :D

The pic is of my own example Hornchurch on route 139 the destination blind reads as follows Gants Hill, Newbury Park, Little Heath, Green Lane, Becontree Hill & Ilford Station....no mention of Romford:)
The Cat No is 99104 I get mine from Time Tunnel at the time Dec 2006 it was £155 +£7:50 p&p

[Aviaction]

Taken last week on holiday. The railway line runs across the back of Goodrington Beach (Paignton). Have seen the Railway here use the "Flying Scotsman" in past years. Just standard rolling stock this season;

"Lydham Manor" 7800 Class, No:7827, 4-6-0 in GWR livery (apparently it never saw service in this scheme)

http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/lydhammanor8x6.jpg

"Hercules" 4200 Class, No:4277, 2-8-0T GWR Livery

http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/Hercules8x6.jpg

[Craig]

Very nice! Have fond memories of the Paignton and Dartmouth railway, had many a trip on there as a kid, a really nice line through a lovely part of the world! The "Manor" was always a favourite as a kid too. :)

[dilligafocau]

Lovely photos Aviaction, I like the 2nd one in particular.

I have nothing but admiration for the guys and gals that restore & run these old choo-choos :)

[dilligafocau]

Its the lineing out of the lower deck windows that spoil the RMC Hornchurch the corners should be rounded & not squared off....I understand why it has been done like that but it does spoil the look for me...as does the sticker used for the destination blind.
My collection of RMs so far are 2902 Standard RM (RM254), 2904 Greenline RM coach (RMC1453), 2906 Silver Jubilee (SRM25) & H2909 LT 50th Anniversary (RM1933)....just waiting for the Arriva version to be issued to complete my Routemaster wants. :)

Just bagged one on the 'bay, thought I was going to have to buy this last Routemaster from the US (again)...but as luck would have it, found one listed in Oz.

This is definitely my last RM, I might pick up a RT or two when they are released ;)

[Nimrod48]

Just bagged one on the 'bay, thought I was going to have to buy this last Routemaster from the US (again)...but as luck would have it, found one listed in Oz.

This is definitely my last RM, I might pick up a RT or two when they are released ;)

Nice one dilligafocau I hope mine makes an appearance this week my local dealer is expecting a delivery of Sun Star vehicles so fingers crossed.
I see that the Southdown OB coach is due soon & I am sorley tempted by it....I have the Yelloway, King Alfred & Grey Cars versions & it would round off the OB collection nicely.
I have the three RTs scheduled for 2008 on order & I have a feeling that future liveries for these superb models will be far more tempting than the bulk of the RM ones were. :)

[Agent X20]

There were more of these Sun Stars than AA's at Huntingdon this weekend... fortunately Arno dragged me away from the stand.....:D

It does prove that you can shift three figure diecast, well £99.. although a couple or three were £55....:eek:

[Hornchurch]

There were more of these Sun Stars than AA's at Huntingdon this weekend... fortunately Arno dragged me away from the stand.....:D

It does prove that you can shift three figure diecast, well £99.. although a couple or three were £55....:eek:



Just bagged one on the 'bay, thought I was going to have to buy this last Routemaster from the US (again)...but as luck would have it, found one listed in Oz.


Interesting to hear your observations about the Huntingdon show, Agent.

You're right in saying "three figure(s)" as fundamentally, that's what they are

I'm presuming the £55 ones were the less sought-after Liveries ???????
The 'blue' Littlewoods Pool's R.M. springs to mind :D
Can't GIVE those buggers away...........


dill' = this "last Routemaster you've refered to.....

...... does it look anything (remotely) resembling this........??????????:D ;)


,

[Agent X20]

Think it was Vernons...:D :D :D

[dilligafocau]

Interesting to hear your observations about the Huntingdon show, Agent.

You're right in saying "three figure(s)" as fundamentally, that's what they are

I'm presuming the £55 ones were the less sought-after Liveries ???????
The 'blue' Littlewoods Pool's R.M. springs to mind :D
Can't GIVE those buggers away...........


dill' = this "last Routemaster you've refered to.....

...... does it look anything (remotely) resembling this........??????????:D ;)


,

Gawd I hope not..........I could handle it being up on bricks with the wheels pinched.......but that is just sad. Looks like it turned turtle....died...and had the guts eaten out of it. :unsure:

I hope mine does not require this type surgery ;)

[Hornchurch]

Gawd I hope not..........I could handle it being up on bricks with the wheels pinched.......but that is just sad. Looks like it turned turtle....died...and had the guts eaten out of it. :unsure:

I hope mine does not require this type surgery ;)


Technically, yours DOESN'T have SO FAR to travel........

From point of manufacture, to 'Home-Base' in 'Oz'


Mine arrived like that = the seats & wheels were Extra.....:D ;) !!!!!!!!!!!

(made it over the £ 125 barrier , ouch (only kidding !!!!!!!!!!!!!


,

[dilligafocau]

Technically, yours DOESN'T have SO FAR to travel........

From point of manufacture, to 'Home-Base' in 'Oz'


Mine arrived like that = the seats & wheels were Extra.....:D ;) !!!!!!!!!!!

(made it over the £ 125 barrier , ouch (only kidding !!!!!!!!!!!!!


,

Have'nt received mine yet (bought ebay yesterday), cost $AU190 delivered :) Was looking at them for $US210 delivered from US seller on ebay. :)
Now have the 1st & last RM plus a few inbetween, might pick up an OB.....Nimrod48 seems quite taken with 'em ;)

[Nimrod48]

Have'nt received mine yet (bought ebay yesterday), cost $AU190 delivered :) Was looking at them for $US210 delivered from US seller on ebay. :)
Now have the 1st & last RM plus a few inbetween, might pick up an OB.....Nimrod48 seems quite taken with 'em ;)

The Southdown OB will be the one to go for but there will be no bargains with this one I suspect.
My Grey Cars version is still available at reasonable money....Grey Cars were the coaching arm of Devon General.

[Aviaction]

Milton keynes today.

Small Model shop had Sunstar Morris Minors at £89.
RT at £149 (ouch!)
Arriva RM at £99 and a Dewars? at £69.
OB orange one at £69, Green one (King Alfred?)at £49, well tempted at this but funds low.
Modelzone had RT at £149, Arriva et al £99 or less. Bargains were Green line RM at £69, again nice if I had the money.
Gilbow DMS at £179? bit pricy on this. Fairs typically £149 or less.

I'd like to see a nice RF to go with these

[Nimrod48]

Milton keynes today.

Small Model shop had Sunstar Morris Minors at £89.
RT at £149 (ouch!)
Arriva RM at £99 and a Dewars? at £69.
OB orange one at £69, Green one (King Alfred?)at £49, well tempted at this but funds low.
Modelzone had RT at £149, Arriva et al £99 or less. Bargains were Green line RM at £69, again nice if I had the money.
Gilbow DMS at £179? bit pricy on this. Fairs typically £149 or less.

I'd like to see a nice RF to go with these

Wait until the end of September Aviaction & you will probably see the first pre production RF in 1:24 from Gilbow.
The 28th of September is Showbus held annualy at Duxford & Gilbow always have a suprise up their sleeve the RF was announced at last years Showbus so I expect a pre pro version on display this year.
BTW the orange OB (Yelloways of Rochdale) is quite rare these days & £69 is a good price.

[Hornchurch]

Wait until the end of September Aviaction & you will probably see the first pre production RF in 1:24 from Gilbow.
The 28th of September is Showbus held annualy at Duxford & Gilbow always have a suprise up their sleeve the RF was announced at last years Showbus so I expect a pre pro version on display this year.



... Er, Nim' = W.T.F. is an RF ????????????????


Only R.F's I know of, are 'Radio-Frequency' & 'R.F.900 Suzuki's :cool


Pix & explanation, plz..... for the un-initiated (& non-Bus minded model-fan


,

[dilligafocau]

... Er, Nim' = W.T.F. is an RF ????????????????


Only R.F's I know of, are 'Radio-Frequency' & 'R.F.900 Suzuki's :cool


Pix & explanation, plz..... for the un-initiated (& non-Bus minded model-fan


,

I had to look it up too HC....we've all seen them. Would look nice in 1/24, I probably can't afford a Gilbow priced one though :o

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2022/2446204819_6899737335.jpg

[dilligafocau]

Sun Star 1/24 Last Routemaster just arriva'd, reckon there is just 'something' about a RED London bus :cool Did I read somewhere that Sun Star are giving up the Routemasters ?? Maybe they could make some FX3 & FX4 London Cabs to go with the RT~RM range :unsure:

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/lastrmsmall.jpg

[Cardinal]

Sun Star 1/24 Last Routemaster just arriva'd, reckon there is just 'something' about a RED London bus :cool Did I read somewhere that Sun Star are giving up the Routemasters ?? Maybe they could make some FX3 & FX4 London Cabs to go with the RT~RM range :unsure:

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/lastrmsmall.jpg

Looks like the real deal :cool: and no I won't be buying any ... (unless they come in camo.) :D

[Aviaction]

I had to look it up too HC....we've all seen them. Would look nice in 1/24, I probably can't afford a Gilbow priced one though :o

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2022/2446204819_6899737335.jpg


Nice London Country RF.
Jeez look like one of the rare GS in the background. I never did get to see these.

[FierytheAngelsFell]

Sun Star 1/24 Last Routemaster just arriva'd, reckon there is just 'something' about a RED London bus :cool Did I read somewhere that Sun Star are giving up the Routemasters ?? Maybe they could make some FX3 & FX4 London Cabs to go with the RT~RM range :unsure:

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/lastrmsmall.jpg

That is one cool looking bus. Superb.

I'll wait for the one with D-Day markings and a full load of rockets. :D

[Nimrod48]

Sun Star 1/24 Last Routemaster just arriva'd, reckon there is just 'something' about a RED London bus :cool Did I read somewhere that Sun Star are giving up the Routemasters ?? Maybe they could make some FX3 & FX4 London Cabs to go with the RT~RM range :unsure:

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/lastrmsmall.jpg

I am sure Sun Star do make a London black cab its either 1:18 or 1:12 scale.:)

[dilligafocau]

I am sure Sun Star do make a London black cab its either 1:18 or 1:12 scale.:)

Ive got one of their 1/18 modern cabs (there's a Marmite version too :o ) its just not up to the quality (or price-point granted) of the 1/24 buses.
Minichamps have a nice 1/18 FX4, just wish I could get a good 50's, 60's or 70's cab in 1/24 to compliment the buses. The only 1/24 FX4 Black Cab Ive seen is the Welly version, not too bad as long as you keep yer distance :)

[dilligafocau]

Just picked this up off the 'bay, very well finished.

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/nightmossie1small.jpg

Switching to a negative image, looks a deadringer for Corgi's next Collect-a-Token Limited edition model :D

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/silvermossiesmall.jpg

[minter]

that looks really neat, photoshop out the stand and blur the props and bingo :cool

[Nimrod48]

Just picked this up off the 'bay, very well finished.

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/nightmossie1small.jpg

Switching to a negative image, looks a deadringer for Corgi's next Collect-a-Token Limited edition model :D

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/silvermossiesmall.jpg

Whats this funny looking thing doing on the bus thread !!! :D :D :D

[dilligafocau]

Whats this funny looking thing doing on the bus thread !!! :D :D :D

Just trying to throw 'em a curve ball Nimrod :LOL:

[Nimrod48]

Just trying to throw 'em a curve ball Nimrod :LOL:

An there I was thinking someone had recieved the new Sun Star RT :)

[dilligafocau]

that looks really neat, photoshop out the stand and blur the props and bingo :cool

Better off in the dark........with some quick 'n dirty digital prop spin :)


http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/mossiepropspinsmall.jpg


An there I was thinking someone had recieved the new Sun Star RT :)

I did'nt know these were released, we only officially got the 1st release over here a few months ago :wacko: The US is too expensive to buy from these days too so I'll be waiting a bit for these :unsure:

[eismeer]

Nice effects Dilli, prop spin looks neat:)

[Nimrod48]

Better off in the dark........with some quick 'n dirty digital prop spin :)


http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/mossiepropspinsmall.jpg




I did'nt know these were released, we only officially got the 1st release over here a few months ago :wacko: The US is too expensive to buy from these days too so I'll be waiting a bit for these :unsure:

I have not seen them for sale yet Time Tunnel have them as an October release this site is good for the latest model bus info :)
http://www.britishmodelbuses.com/

[Nimrod48]

Beside picking up my AdlerTag He111 my Sun Star RT -cool- was also in stock the pre-production model (pictured) differs in having incorrect cream lower deck window surrounds....pics of actual model to follow.

http://www.sunstartoys.com/list.aspx?itemno=2921

[dilligafocau]

Beside picking up my AdlerTag He111 my Sun Star RT -cool- was also in stock the pre-production model (pictured) differs in having incorrect cream lower deck window surrounds....pics of actual model to follow.

http://www.sunstartoys.com/list.aspx?itemno=2921

I look forward to the photos Nimrod :) The pre-pro does look nice, our Aussie stockist only has the 1955 (2922) RT36 listed as incoming and at a huge price increase (+50%) over the pre-war version -sad-

Looks like I will be searching overseas again if I want to get the 1946 RT -unsure-

[Nimrod48]

I look forward to the photos Nimrod :) The pre-pro does look nice, our Aussie stockist only has the 1955 (2922) RT36 listed as incoming and at a huge price increase (+50%) over the pre-war version -sad-

Looks like I will be searching overseas again if I want to get the 1946 RT -unsure-

After much tarting about trying to upload from Photobucket -angry- I did it the simple way.
The model looks very nice overall but IMHO it could do without gimmicks like opening windows, it would be better to mould two or three in the open position instead.

The paint work is very good with no overspray or blemishes & build quality is on a par with the RM I had mine from my local hobby store to special order...their price to me was £130 which I am happy to pay for such an impressive model.-smile

[dilligafocau]

After much tarting about trying to upload from Photobucket -angry- I did it the simple way.
The model looks very nice overall but IMHO it could do without gimmicks like opening windows, it would be better to mould two or three in the open position instead.

The paint work is very good with no overspray or blemishes & build quality is on a par with the RM I had mine from my local hobby store to special order...their price to me was £130 which I am happy to pay for such an impressive model.-smile

Must agree Nimrod...very nice indeed :cool: . It would make a nice companion for the pre-war RT. :)

I will keep my eye out for a well priced (cough) one ;)

[Nimrod48]

Must agree Nimrod...very nice indeed :cool: . It would make a nice companion for the pre-war RT. :)

I will keep my eye out for a well priced (cough) one ;)

Looking at the certificate dilli it states a production run of 2000 which IMHO is 500 too many so if you are prepared to wait a few months I would not be suprised if they dropped to RM prices :)

[Nimrod48]

Using Photoshop I have produced an RT that I hope Sun Star will get around to doing in the near future along with a Coronation Day service version.:)

[dilligafocau]

Using Photoshop I have produced an RT that I hope Sun Star will get around to doing in the near future along with a Coronation Day service version.:)

I think I'd be having one of those ;) . I was talking to my Dad about the festival the other day, he went to the events at Battersea Park when (I believe) the funfair opened.

Nice work with signage Nimrod.........you've nailed the perspective :cool:

[Nimrod48]

I think I'd be having one of those ;) . I was talking to my Dad about the festival the other day, he went to the events at Battersea Park when (I believe) the funfair opened.

Nice work with signage Nimrod.........you've nailed the perspective :cool:

Thanks dilli I am thinking of sending the pic to Colin Hill at Sun Star to see his reaction.....if like me you are interested in the Festival of Britain check out this link :)
http://www.packer34.freeserve.co.uk/

[CFBC]

Oh my gawd... This is worse than Spam Cans! :wacko: :LOL:

[Nimrod48]

Oh my gawd... This is worse than Spam Cans! :wacko: :LOL:

This is one of the few places consenting adults can gather together to talk about such things CFBC...while I am in the process of "outing" myself I have to confess I am also a fully paid up member of AA* ;)

* Airliners Anonymous :eek:

[Scottuk]

Oh My God!!! Doing some tidying up today and I found...................A Diecast bus.......................HELP!!!!!!!

[Sailor.]

Oh My God!!! Doing some tidying up today and I found...................A Diecast bus.......................HELP!!!!!!!


:p Corporal! Take that man out and shoot 'im! :p

:eek:

[Scottuk]

:p Corporal! Take that man out and shoot 'im! :p

:eek:

Oi! I didn't buy it. It was a present from my mother who hasn't quite grasped that I collect planes, my dad collects trucks and trains but none of us collects buses. What can you say to an elderly, disabled person who means well? Other than...................

























Alzheimers playing up again Mother!!!:D

[Sailor.]

:wacko: Get to bed, it's the middle of the night old bean! :wacko:

[eismeer]

:wacko: Get to bed, it's the middle of the night old bean! :wacko:

Yeah, coz you got to be up bright an' early in the morning to be shot:LOL:

[dilligafocau]

Oh My God!!! Doing some tidying up today and I found...................A Diecast bus.......................HELP!!!!!!!

Hmmm...'Diecast Bus' and 'Help' in the same sentence......can only mean one thing............

http://f1jcshop.com/f1jc/images/Routemaster_Help_BT78208.jpg

Excellent ! :LOL: :LOL: :LOL:

[Scottuk]

Actually, it's this one

http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k44/Scottuk600/ebcc_1_sbl.jpg.

[Grim Reaper]

Actually, it's this one

http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k44/Scottuk600/ebcc_1_sbl.jpg.

Did not realise you are Glasgow Rangers supporter Scottuk :rolleyes:

[CFBC]

Actually, it's this one

http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k44/Scottuk600/ebcc_1_sbl.jpg.

:mad: :( Get that rubbish off here :p :D

[Red 2]

Everyone has their cross to bear but buses AND Rangers!! Wow....

[Scottuk]

Did not realise you are Glasgow Rangers supporter Scottuk :rolleyes:

Yes Grim, since the late 1960's.

As for the other pair's comments, where's the "Fingers" smiley when you need it?:LOL:

[Red 2]

Yes Grim, since the late 1960's.

As for the other pair's comments, where's the "Fingers" smiley when you need it?:LOL:

Remember somehow I ended up sitting beside Walter Smith in a box at Blackburn (don't ask) when he was manager of Everton and having a hard time. Got to chatting about life south of the border and it was only when I told him I was an Aberdonian that his expression froze....

A great chap though...now where is my sheep smiley...;) :D :LOL:

[dilligafocau]

Bit of a departure from my 'normal' non-aviation purchases......but couldnt resist this on special at MZ....these guys used to scare me outta my wits in the 60's :eek:

Its R/C (apparently) but Im happy for it to stand there and look menacing :cool:

I put Sir Arthur Harris in the pic to show the scale ;)

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/Dalek1small.jpg

[FierytheAngelsFell]

Bit of a departure from my 'normal' non-aviation purchases......but couldnt resist this on special at MZ....these guys used to scare me outta my wits in the 60's :eek:

Its R/C (apparently) but Im happy for it to stand there and look menacing :cool:

I put Sir Arthur Harris in the pic to show the scale ;)

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/Dalek1small.jpg

Lord, that's huge.

How are you going to hide it from the wife?

[dilligafocau]

Lord, that's huge.

How are you going to hide it from the wife?

She's trapped inside it......as I said it scares me out of my wits :LOL:

[Cardinal]

Bit of a departure from my 'normal' non-aviation purchases......but couldnt resist this on special at MZ....these guys used to scare me outta my wits in the 60's :eek:

Its R/C (apparently) but Im happy for it to stand there and look menacing :cool:

I put Sir Arthur Harris in the pic to show the scale ;)

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/Dalek1small.jpg


DilliG, you do realise that you have a serious problem ... don't you? :unsure: (What's next, Hoovers and dustbins :p :LOL:.)

[Angels one-five]

Bit of a departure from my 'normal' non-aviation purchases......but couldnt resist this on special at MZ....these guys used to scare me outta my wits in the 60's :eek:

Its R/C (apparently) but Im happy for it to stand there and look menacing :cool:

I put Sir Arthur Harris in the pic to show the scale ;)

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/Dalek1small.jpg

OMG Dilli, you either have the most understanding wife in diecastdom, or you've stuck her under the patio!:LOL:

[dilligafocau]

DilliG, you do realise that you have a serious problem ... don't you? :unsure: (What's next, Hoovers and dustbins :p :LOL:.)

Ive got a few other sci-fi bits n' pieces to pickup before Im ready to admit anything :LOL:


OMG Dilli, you either have the most understanding wife in diecastdom, or you've stuck her under the patio!:LOL:

The spouse has not been informed.....I guess I could wrap it in pretty paper and make it her Valentine's Day surprise :eek: :unsure:

[Cardinal]

The spouse has not been informed.....I guess I could wrap it in pretty paper and make it her Valentine's Day surprise :eek: :unsure:


You may just be better off dealing with a real Dalek (spelling :unsure: ) ... it has been nice knowing you on this forum ... you are following in the noble tradition of the Light Brigade (their charge had nothing whatsoever to do with Credit Cards :LOL: ).

[dilligafocau]

You may just be better off dealing with a real Dalek (spelling :unsure: ) ... it has been nice knowing you on this forum ... you are following in the noble tradition of the Light Brigade (their charge had nothing whatsoever to do with Credit Cards :LOL: ).

Decided to hold off showing the missus (she does'nt seem interested in seeing anything Ive got these days anyway:D ) until my other Sci-fi treasures arrive.....a Corgi Enterprise and a Product Enterprise Space 1999 Eagle.

That should complete my little foray into fantasy land until they release that 1:1 'Seven of Nine' Ive been wishing for ;) :D

[Wolster]

That should complete my little foray into fantasy land until they release that 1:1 'Seven of Nine' Ive been wishing for ;) :D

Sounds like you are already there!

:LOL:

[dilligafocau]

Sounds like you are already there!

:LOL:

Is it that obvious :LOL:

Ok......on with the tacky Sci-Fi stuff. :D

Got this Corgi diecast cheap, no deep panel lines and no complaints about the paintwork. The base thingy lights up and should display well with the SnS Lanc :unsure: :LOL:


http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/Enterprise1small.jpg

[Angels one-five]

Dilli's log, stardate 7564.67... "It's diecast, but not as we know it..."

[Cardinal]

Is it that obvious :LOL:

Ok......on with the tacky Sci-Fi stuff. :D

Got this Corgi diecast cheap, no deep panel lines and no complaints about the paintwork. The base thingy lights up and should display well with the SnS Lanc :unsure: :LOL:


http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/Enterprise1small.jpg


I have to admit that I actually like this piece and almost bought it recently :o :o :o. Thankfully, reason prevailed :p :D.

[... and no, I will not admit to owning the (painted) Corgi Klingon 'Bird of Prey' and two versions of Enterprise ;) :).]

[CFBC]

The base thingy lights up and should display well with the SnS Lanc :unsure: :LOL:



Lovely pic Dill, can we see it in the dark with the base lit up? ;) :D (payback time for all my lovely pics) :D

[dilligafocau]

I have to admit that I actually like this piece and almost bought it recently :o :o :o. Thankfully, reason prevailed :p :D.

[... and no, I will not admit to owning the (painted) Corgi Klingon 'Bird of Prey' and two versions of Enterprise ;) :).]

It is actually a nice model, I was going for the painted version but this one came up 1st at a good price.....at least zinc pest should be easy to spot on it:D

Lovely pic Dill, can we see it in the dark with the base lit up? ;) :D (payback time for all my lovely pics) :D

Yeah I can do it in the dark ;) :LOL:

[CFBC]

Dill,

I like Sci-Fi and Star Trek and have to come clean and say I have kept an eye on these, but have resisted so far... They are now at very good, sorry low prices, but I must resist. "Resistance is futile" I hear you say! (I know, wrong generation, but....)

;) :D :)

[dilligafocau]

Dill,

I like Sci-Fi and Star Trek and have to come clean and say I have kept an eye on these, but have resisted so far... They are now at very good, sorry low prices, but I must resist. "Resistance is futile" I hear you say! (I know, wrong generation, but....)

;) :D :)

Very good prices, The Enterprise was £9 and the Dalek £17 (ex VAT). The inbound Space 1999 Eagle gift set was £27.

[CFBC]

Canna complain for that Dill. ;) :)

[dilligafocau]

Canna complain for that Dill. ;) :)

All on sale at your local MZ ;)

Here's that night shot of the Enterprise.......

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/Enterprise2small.jpg

[CFBC]

Very :cool pic Dill.. Never one to dissapoint! :D

[dilligafocau]

The illuminated base on that Corgi Enterprise only has a slow flashing operation for about 20 secs once the button is pressed, the leds will not stay on steady-state....maybe a battery saving feature :unsure:

[dilligafocau]

Space 1999, not a long-lived show but did have a few nice space craft to remember it by. This is the Lab Eagle from the gift set.......another MZ special, you get a nice lump of diecast (and plastic) for your GBP30 ;) with a Laser Tank, Moon Buggy and Rocket Booster unit included in the gift set

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/LabEagle1small.jpg

[CFBC]

Lovely pic Dill. :cool

[Wolster]

That brings back memories Dili, we used to make those out of sticklebricks when I was a nipper!

:LOL:

[dilligafocau]

Finnish Gladiator Dio landed today, the Dio base could use some detailing but the Gladiator itself is superb :cool:

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/FinnishGlad1.jpg

[Wolster]

That does look good Dili, I already have the base thanks to DCR. Still needs a bit of finishing but this is what I use it for:

http://i173.photobucket.com/albums/w48/wolster2002/models/IMG_1365.jpg

[Agent X20]

Note to self.. I must get one of those next time I am in MZ...

....nice Glad... wedding cake needs a touch of detail..

[The Defiant Man]

Note to self.. I must get one of those next time I am in MZ...



They are getting cheaper...currently £14.99.....

[dilligafocau]

They are getting cheaper...currently £14.99.....

They're good value and the only way you can get a 1/72 diecast Glad on skis, can't see Corgi doing dio's like this again for a long time....if at all

[dilligafocau]

I have to admit that I actually like this piece and almost bought it recently :o :o :o. Thankfully, reason prevailed :p :D.

[... and no, I will not admit to owning the (painted) Corgi Klingon 'Bird of Prey' and two versions of Enterprise ;) :).]

This one looks better with a star field behind it ;)

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/Starfield.jpg

[Scottuk]

Dilli, it's the wrong colour and the Photon torpedo launchers are set at the wrong angle.:LOL:

[dilligafocau]

Dilli, it's the wrong colour and the Photon torpedo launchers are set at the wrong angle.:LOL:

hmmpff...was hoping no one would notice that :eek: :D

[Cardinal]

Dilli, it's the wrong colour and the Photon torpedo launchers are set at the wrong angle.:LOL:



... not to mention the rivets!!!

[Nimrod48]

Not exactly a bus but almost big enough to qualify, the postie delivered it this morning.
At around £50 they are IMHO good value compared to some of the £75-80 1:43 hand made vehicles which from what I have seen are not that much better than a £10 Vanguard issue. :)

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/5042.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/5042_03.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/5042_02.jpg

[Aviaction]

So, I have come to realize that there are two definitions to the word "want"

Want as in "I need that xxxx model" which is results in average run of the mill stuff, like Corgi and some other manufacturers have also fallen guilty of the same. So we end up with a lot of models that we regard as nice, and they stay in the box.

Want is also to "desire" something. Now to my point. Pictured below are two models. One bought because it was made, and I really "wanted" (read desired) it. The BEA RMA bus from EFE.
Second up is the Sunstar Morris Minor in 1/12 scale (and yes it is big) Saw it at Huntingdon, and with some haggling, and loans from that mysterious Agent chappie and Arno, it was in the bag. I owe those two a pint, if my budget will stretch that far. :LOL:

These are a joy to handle, look at, admire etc etc.

So the long awaited BEA RMA (photos specially commissioned for the ex-pats down under)

http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/Sunstar/BEA_RMA3.jpg

http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/Sunstar/BEA_RMA1.jpg

http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/Sunstar/BEA_RMA2.jpg

Steffi

[Aviaction]

Next Sunstar Morris Minor "Rag-top" in 1/12.
Advance apologies to those guys in admin, whose job is extremely difficult at overseeing a forum. Just couldn't do it with less pictures.... :o

http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/Sunstar/Minor1.jpg

http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/Sunstar/Minor2.jpg

http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/Sunstar/Minor3.jpg

http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/Sunstar/Minor4.jpg

[CFBC]

Sawd the bus, where's the MM photo's... ;) :D :cool

Edit: Aha, :cool I like that.. How much it set you back mate?

Nice pics Avi... Have a 1:1 scale, not topless though in the family... :cool

[Aviaction]

part deux....

http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/Sunstar/Minor5.jpg

http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/Sunstar/Minor6.jpg

http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/Sunstar/Minor7.jpg


Steffi;)

[CFBC]

oh yes, very nice.... Thanks for sharing Avi.. :)

[Agent X20]

and loans from that mysterious Agent chappie and Arno, it was in the bag. I owe those two a pint,

Note to Moderators - this thread must not be removed......:LOL: :LOL: :LOL: well... until we have a chance to catch up..

Naw it was the poor dealer I feel sorry for..... I think the right words wer 'ground down'.......:LOL: :LOL: :LOL:

[eismeer]

Nice pics Avi' of a very fine Morris Minor, detail is excellent:cool:

[dilligafocau]

Classic American cars, BEA buses & 1/12 Minors.........very nice Nimrod & Avi :cool:

I have the black 1/12 Minor, it does not photograph anywhere near as well as that white/beige soft top.....it looks like a full 1:1 car :cool:

[Nimrod48]

Very nice Avi ....very convincing pics Sun Star have done a fine job with the good old moggie :)

[dilligafocau]

Another Sci-Fi model, this is from the Gerry Anderson UFO series. Would be the plainer of the 3 Shado Mobile models from Product Enterprise but is probably the pick of 'em..........due to its more subdued weathering.

You'll never complain about Corgi's weathering attempts again once you've seen what P.E. can come up with :eek:

The drivers look a bit tall for the cabin and can't see why you'd need two drivers anyway :rolleyes:

Taking the photo, noticed that gap below the red stripe...oh dear, still a nice lump of Sci-Fi diecast I think :)

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/Mobile2small.jpg

[sniperUK]

Another Sci-Fi model, this is from the Gerry Anderson UFO series. Would be the plainer of the 3 Shado Mobile models from Product Enterprise but is probably the pick of 'em..........due to its more subdued weathering.

You'll never complain about Corgi's weathering attempts again once you've seen what P.E. can come up with :eek:

The drivers look a bit tall for the cabin and can't see why you'd need two drivers anyway :rolleyes:

Taking the photo, noticed that gap below the red stripe...oh dear, still a nice lump of Sci-Fi diecast I think :)

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/Mobile2small.jpg

Just watching UFO on ITV 4 now,lots of mobile action:LOL: As for weathering I have seen worse:D

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v331/sniperUK/Tony/e43.jpg

[dilligafocau]

Just watching UFO on ITV 4 now,lots of mobile action:LOL: As for weathering I have seen worse:D

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v331/sniperUK/Tony/e43.jpg

Gawd sniper....they even stole the mag wheels :eek: :D

[Hornchurch]

Next Sunstar Morris Minor "Rag-top" in 1/12.
Advance apologies to those guys in admin, whose job is extremely difficult at overseeing a forum. Just couldn't do it with less pictures.... :o

http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/Sunstar/Minor1.jpg

`


Thanks for posting these pix, Av'


This model looks like an absloute PEACH !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

& I vowed I wouldn't buy any more 'Sun-Star' stuff, after the 'R.M's & 'R.T's:rolleyes:

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[dilligafocau]

`


Thanks for posting these pix, Av'


This model looks like an absloute PEACH !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

& I vowed I wouldn't buy any more 'Sun-Star' stuff, after the 'R.M's & 'R.T's:rolleyes:

`

I resisted buying the convertible as the stitching on the roof gave away the scale in the photos I had seen. Avi's lovely pics have me reconsidering :unsure: ;)

[Agent X20]

I vowed I wouldn't buy any more 'Sun-Star' stuff, after .. that one was a steal......:LOL:

[Nimrod48]

I have to say the moggie look superb.....such a pity its probably the only British car we are likley to get in 1:12....I would love a 1959 Ford Anglia & a Morris or Austin Mini from the same year.:)

[dilligafocau]

Dilli, it's the wrong colour and the Photon torpedo launchers are set at the wrong angle.:LOL:

Hopefully this one's a bit better ;)

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/AApilot2enterprisesmall.jpg

Or perhaps the refit version....Khaaaaaaaaannnnnnn! :LOL: Both courtesy of Art Asylum ;)

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/1701A_2.jpg

[Scottuk]

That's much better:D

[Nimrod48]

Whilst awaiting for the arrival of my Crete Ju52 I aquired these 1:18 1956 Lincoln Premier convertables...sadly the next shipments of these models are jumping from £60 to £80 :(

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/4641.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/4641_08.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/4641_07.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/4645.jpg

[eismeer]

Very nice Nimrod:cool: but 80 squid:eek:

This diecast collecting malarky is soon to be a thing for the well oiled only:D

[Nimrod48]

Very nice Nimrod:cool: but 80 squid:eek:

This diecast collecting malarky is soon to be a thing for the well oiled only:D

At £50 which is what my dealer charges me the cars are reasonable value but a £20 hike is going to limit my collecting in a big way, the next 1:24 RT D/D bus will be £180 a rise of £30 it will be my last RT for this year :(

[Nimrod48]

Two more Minichamps 1:12 bikes to add to my collection of 1970s superbikes, the Lilac one is a 1973 Suzuki GT750 a three cylinder watercooled two stroke.
It was on the racing version that Barry Sheene had his well documented 170mph get off in 1974 while preparing for the Daytona 200.

The Green/Yellow bike is the 1973 Kawasaki Z1 a 900cc DOHC four cylinder bike that for its day produced awesome power & speed (84bhp @ 130mph).
Mike Hailwood bought one while living in South Africa, his insurance broker obviously quite unaware of his legendary status asked "Mr Hailwood this is a very powerful machine do you have any experience of riding such bikes?" to which Mike replied "er yes one or two".

[eismeer]

Those bike models look highly detailed models Nimrod, very nice:cool:

Reminds me of the golden era when i was a young lad. Guy just up the road from where i used to live with my parents as a child had a 650 Triumph Bonnyville:cool:

Always remained one of my favourite bikes because of those memories even though i have never been a motorcycle rider/owner.

[triumph]

This is where I show my age now Nimrod. Ive had a go on the real things :) The one I want from Minichamps is the Mk1 Le Manns Moto Guzzi 850 which I had back in 87 Been on bikes since 69 on all sorts and makes over the years and still am :) Latest is my Triumph Tiger 1050

[eismeer]

Nice bike triumph:cool:

That silencer looks like a mortar:D

[Nimrod48]

Those bike models look highly detailed models Nimrod, very nice:cool:

Reminds me of the golden era when i was a young lad. Guy just up the road from where i used to live with my parents as a child had a 650 Triumph Bonnyville:cool:

Always remained one of my favourite bikes because of those memories even though i have never been a motorcycle rider/owner.

The Bonnie was the big bike to aspire to in the early & mid sixties for most of my mates, I on the other hand could never afford heavy metal on apprentice wages but at the time lusted after a BSA Rocket Gold Star,
the Minichamps classic bike series is on the whole very good & are very detailed, they also do the Z1 & Honda CB750 four in 1:6 scale which are truly incredible models but are £140 each ...but I do plan to have one of each. :)

[Nimrod48]

This is where I show my age now Nimrod. Ive had a go on the real things :) The one I want from Minichamps is the Mk1 Le Manns Moto Guzzi 850 which I had back in 87 Been on bikes since 69 on all sorts and makes over the years and still am :) Latest is my Triumph Tiger 1050

That looks like a very comfy bike triumph :cool sadly I never got to ride the GT750 or Z1 though tried all their siblings, I started on bikes in 1966 & have ridden bikes with 1,2,3,4,& 6 cylinders plus the Suzuki RE5 Rotary job....she who must be obeyed has now limited me to a 200cc Burgmann ....she says she would never see me & chores would never get done if I had anything bigger (true) ...I believe the Le Mans is available in blue in the Minichamps range ....the Red version was done a couple of years ago ...very nice too.:)

[triumph]

That looks like a very comfy bike triumph :cool sadly I never got to ride the GT750 or Z1 though tried all their siblings, I started on bikes in 1966 & have ridden bikes with 1,2,3,4,& 6 cylinders plus the Suzuki RE5 Rotary job....she who must be obeyed has now limited me to a 200cc Burgmann ....she says she would never see me & chores would never get done if I had anything bigger (true) ...I believe the Le Mans is available in blue in the Minichamps range ....the Red version was done a couple of years ago ...very nice too.:)

I bet a good example of the Suzuki RE5 Rotary would be worth a few bob now. From what I remember they did not sell to well when they were new. Not too many about now I bet. The Light Blue Le Mans was the one I had.

[Nimrod48]

I bet a good example of the Suzuki RE5 Rotary would be worth a few bob now. From what I remember they did not sell to well when they were new. Not too many about now I bet. The Light Blue Le Mans was the one I had.

The RE5 must have seemed like a good idea at the time but although in theory the engine was a simple single rotor its ignition system (it had two both CDI & points) was complex as was the five venturi carb plus it had only the performance of the GT55O & the weight of a GT750 & the fuel consumption of a V8 Rover & I am sure it was about £500 more than the GT750.
There are several Minichamps dealers offering the Le Mans at around the £55-60 mark with free postage. :)

[dilligafocau]

I had the 750cc version of this distinctive shaped motocycle........very nice model indeed :cool:
My first foray into 1/12 model bikes, surprised to see the suspension, stands and sprocket/chain all move as on the real thing. ;)

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/102_1362small.jpg

[Hornchurch]

I bet a good example of the Suzuki RE5 Rotary would be worth a few bob now. From what I remember they did not sell to well when they were new. Not too many about now I bet. The Light Blue Le Mans was the one I had.`

I remember a (rare) Blue-one pulling-up next to my bike, at Aldgate, on the way to work, one morn'

I liked the Mk.II & esp' Mk.III 'Le-Mans', but not so the Mk.IV, which looked like it'd been rear-ended !!!!!!!!!!!

Everyone raved about the 900.SS Ducati's (at THAT time), but, saw an amusing-event; having seen a guy with a BRAND-NEW 900.SS who'd just left his office & COULDN'T get the thing started.

I was doing a Pillar-box collection at the time, in an ol' Royal-Mail Marina-van

On the 4.pm/5.pm & 6.pm collections, this poor (mug) bloke was trying to get his "Italian-Thouroughbred" started :D , to NO-AVAIL......

When I returned to do the (final) 7.pm collection (Worship.St,London), the brand-new 900.SS was being 'airlifted' home on an A.A. transporter :LOL:

Never get that Greif with Jap-bikes:cool:

Mind you, wouldn't touch an RE-5 with a Barge-Pole, M'self

At least the 'Kettle' (GT.750) is easy to re-build, as well as holding it's money


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[Hornchurch]

I had the 750cc version of this distinctive shaped motocycle........very nice model indeed :cool:
My first foray into 1/12 model bikes, surprised to see the suspension, stands and sprocket/chain all move as on the real thing. ;) `

An amazing model mate !

I remember when the 1100's came out, as they were developed from the 99.bhp GSX.1100 "coffin-tanks" that replaced the bike in my Avatar, within the Suzuki-range.

I had my heart set on an 'EZ' version (same bike, but more sensible riding position; the "non-Katana" version)

They were £ 2, 600 - £ 2,700 at the time ('EZ'), as opposed to the Katana's retailing at £ 3,000 over here in th' U.K.

I ended-up buying a Z.1000.J-3, instead (cracking-bike !) about £ 500 less.

With hindsight, I SHOULD'VE waited for the 1100-R ('Lawson'-Replica)

Worth a King's ransom, thesedays:(

I'd trade my ENTIRE die-cast collection IF I'd ever found a 'MINT' one:cool


Your Kat' model really-does look like the real-thing !!!!!!!!!!!!!

Makes me laugh, tho' = seeing the Voltage regulator/Rectifier unit exposed

A KNOWN 'weak-spot' on certain GSX.models (Real, not Die-cast:LOL: )


LOVED your R.T. Bus pix, BTW dill'

Dunno why the "a/c-only" brigade are moaning ?

There's a Wing:D , a Roundel:p & an OXO-cube on the back, right ?:LOL:


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[dilligafocau]

`

An amazing model mate !

I remember when the 1100's came out, as they were developed from the 99.bhp GSX.1100 "coffin-tanks" that replaced the bike in my Avatar, within the Suzuki-range.

I had my heart set on an 'EZ' version (same bike, but more sensible riding position; the "non-Katana" version)

They were £ 2, 600 - £ 2,700 at the time ('EZ'), as opposed to the Katana's retailing at £ 3,000 over here in th' U.K.

I ended-up buying a Z.1000.J-3, instead (cracking-bike !) about £ 500 less.

With hindsight, I SHOULD'VE waited for the 1100-R ('Lawson'-Replica)

Worth a King's ransom, thesedays:(

I'd trade my ENTIRE die-cast collection IF I'd ever found a 'MINT' one:cool


Your Kat' model really-does look like the real-thing !!!!!!!!!!!!!

Makes me laugh, tho' = seeing the Voltage regulator/Rectifier unit exposed

A KNOWN 'weak-spot' on certain GSX.models (Real, not Die-cast:LOL: )


LOVED your R.T. Bus pix, BTW dill'

Dunno why the "a/c-only" brigade are moaning ?

There's a Wing:D , a Roundel:p & an OXO-cube on the back, right ?:LOL:


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Your mention of Eddie Lawson reminded me I had this little 1:24 model lurking in the cupboard

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/Gardner.jpg

Wayne Gardner comes from the area I now live in, Ive seen this actual bike in his office in Wollongong.......it did'nt look as well finished as this model :)
The 1/12 version of Gardner's Honda would look nice sitting next to that Katana I think :)

I remember the seeing the Eddie Lawson replicas around, they had a similar paint scheme on the Kawasaki's years later, but without the racing bits.

[Nimrod48]

Thanks for posting the pics dilli :) :cool Minichamps have caught the look of the Kat very well.
I borrowed a test bike from the Suzuki dealer in Cambridge which was the 1100cc version & on the A14 between Cambridge & Newmarket it reached 140mph before I had to roll back the throttle due to a **ick in an XR3i refusing to move over for a (vastly) superior vehicle.

Wayne Gardener is one of my all time racing idols :cool: :cool: :cool: & I for one think that Mr Rossi would have far fewer Moto GP wins if Wayne Gardener was around today.

Everyone raved about the 900.SS Ducati's true enough Hornchurch all the biking press of that time had the hots for anything Italian.....but then they did not have to pay their hard earned readies for them, even today Dukes need far too much expensive cosseting compared to Oriental metal...my Burgervan has done over 16000 miles with just oil & filter changes:cool

[ZS-VAN]

Your mention of Eddie Lawson reminded me I had this little 1:24 model lurking in the cupboard

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/Gardner.jpg

Wayne Gardner comes from the area I now live in, Ive seen this actual bike in his office in Wollongong.......it did'nt look as well finished as this model :)
The 1/12 version of Gardner's Honda would look nice sitting next to that Katana I think :)

I remember the seeing the Eddie Lawson replicas around, they had a similar paint scheme on the Kawasaki's years later, but without the racing bits.


Wollongong?! I've been there! :eek:

[dilligafocau]

Wollongong?! I've been there! :eek:

That's the place ;) Ive been here since 1970, Im almost an Aussie now :LOL:

[Aviaction]

Time to get this thread back on track.
Huntingdon Toyfair last Sunday
Managed to prise a Gilbow/EFE DMS Bus in 1/24 from the hands of a trader. Considerable financial assistance sought from the Submariner chappie, so currently under a PFI. 50% Split ownership, or thereabouts.
I own the Bus, he owns the missing windscreen wiper :LOL:
So not perfect. The front destination blind doesn't appear to turn properly, and the front wiper is broken. For something circa half of normal selling price I am well chuffed. Note the rear-view mirrors haven't been fitted at this stage.
Would love to see an MB/MBS to go with this.


http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/June2009/DMSfront800.jpg

http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/June2009/DMSBack800.jpg

Doors open:
http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/June2009/DMSfront_open800.jpg
Engine cover and rear window open.
http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/June2009/DMSengine800.jpg

http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/June2009/DMSentrance800.jpg

http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/June2009/DMSxit800.jpg

[Nimrod48]

Time to get this thread back on track.
Huntingdon Toyfair last Sunday
Managed to prise a Gilbow/EFE DMS Bus in 1/24 from the hands of a trader. Considerable financial assistance sought from the Submariner chappie, so currently under a PFI. 50% Split ownership, or thereabouts.
I own the Bus, he owns the missing windscreen wiper :LOL:
So not perfect. The front destination blind doesn't appear to turn properly, and the front wiper is broken. For something circa half of normal selling price I am well chuffed. Note the rear-view mirrors haven't been fitted at this stage.
Would love to see an MB/MBS to go with this.


http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/June2009/DMSfront800.jpg

http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/June2009/DMSBack800.jpg

Doors open:
http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/June2009/DMSfront_open800.jpg
Engine cover and rear window open.
http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/June2009/DMSengine800.jpg

http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/June2009/DMSentrance800.jpg

http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/June2009/DMSxit800.jpg

Nice pics Aviaction I have this model myself & very impressive it is too when seen in the metal.
I find the front blind is a pain to alter & I think it does not rotate through 360 degrees at least that is how mine feels so I wound the blind in the reverse direction to find the destination I wanted.
Gilbow (aka EFE) should be able to supply a new wiper:)

[Agent X20]

I own the Bus, he owns the missing windscreen wiper :LOL:

http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/June2009/DMSfront800.jpg

I thought it was a bum deal...

New standard for the photography too.. nice bit of glass....... HTF can we make a Tempest look that good...:D

[Nimrod48]

I thought it was a bum deal...

New standard for the photography too.. nice bit of glass....... HTF can we make a Tempest look that good...:D

If it was 50% off then it would be almost a steal despite the broken wiper the Gilbow Daimlers seem to be rather rare......this particular model was a run of 600 I believe......if only they would to the Feltham type tram in this scale:D

[dilligafocau]

Lovely photos Aviaction :cool:

[KO-B]

I have absolutely no interest in buses (get too many nutters on 'em!), but I have to say those are fantastic pics of a fantastic model. :LOL:

KO-B

[von hitchofen]

http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/June2009/DMSfront800.jpg


and it's got the "Fares Fair" advert on the side!

aaah, the GLC

them were the days ;) ....wonder if Red Ken's got one? :D

[Agent X20]

If it was 50% off then it would be almost a steal despite the broken wiper the Gilbow Daimlers seem to be rather rare......this particular model was a run of 600 I believe......if only they would to the Feltham type tram in this scale:D It was definitely that sort of mark and of course these things are always on show when you dont come to a toyfair with the spondoolicks... so leaving Mr A with a few beer tokens... am sorry but I just had to walk away.. its like a cat playing with a mouse.. Aviaction kinda gets 'lock on' and thats really it.. the dealer is just worn down... no hope.. the thing is.. like the Moggie.. its an absolutely gogeous model.. so give him due.. he has taste... as he still seems to be alive, he must have put forward a good case at his court martial....:D

.. just got to find a missing windscreen wiper, then I will hold all the trumps..:D :D:LOL:

[Nimrod48]

It was definitely that sort of mark and of course these things are always on show when you dont come to a toyfair with the spondoolicks... so leaving Mr A with a few beer tokens... am sorry but I just had to walk away.. its like a cat playing with a mouse.. Aviaction kinda gets 'lock on' and thats really it.. the dealer is just worn down... no hope.. the thing is.. like the Moggie.. its an absolutely gogeous model.. so give him due.. he has taste... as he still seems to be alive, he must have put forward a good case at his court martial....:D

.. just got to find a missing windscreen wiper, then I will hold all the trumps..:D :D:LOL:

For a replacement wiper try EFE at the address below.

Exclusive First Editions
32 Woodall Road
Enfield
EN3 4LG

[Agent X20]

.. and any grief I'll go and bang on their front door..!! thanks for that... am presuming Mr A is already in contact with them..:)

[Aviaction]

For a replacement wiper try EFE at the address below.

Exclusive First Editions
32 Woodall Road
Enfield
EN3 4LG

Thanks Nimrod and AX20.

Already have the matter in hand.
Will have to the destination blind sorted as it has Route 285 terminating at Heathrow. The bus I used to go to the airport when I was younger. Single deck MBS in those days. Was only a flat rate 10p per trip.

[eismeer]

Nice bit of kit and pics Avi:cool:

I've driven a real Daimler Fleetline which looks very similar to this apart from the centre doors and the rear boot side infills between upper and lower saloons:)

[Nimrod48]

Just arrived home with the latest RT from Sun Star after a quick inspection I have given it the thumbs up....nice paintwork & impressive interior detail as usual I paid £162 for mine the full RRP is £189:99:)

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF0001copy.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF0004copy.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF0003copy.jpg

[Hornchurch]

Just arrived home with the latest RT from Sun Star after a quick inspection I have given it the thumbs up....nice paintwork & impressive interior detail as usual I paid £162 for mine the full RRP is £189:99:)



http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF0003copy.jpg`


Gorgeous model Nim'

TBH, it's the only R.T. I think I'll bother with, that "Green" one:D
(unless I see an Aviaction/Agent type 'snip' at a toyfair)


Mind you, the price sounds HIDEOUS to me !!!!!!!!!!!!

Jeez; my dearest Sun-Star Routemasters were only HALF that :wacko:

Blimey, it even makes that 1/200 Inflight-'Olympic' 747 look resonable @ £ 99

Sounds like they're "ripping us off" (time will tell)


BTW Nim'; I'm curious to know WHY there's NO 'route-number' on the Back/Top-box - yet there IS on the Front-box ???????????

Not being 'clued-in' on Buses & bus proceedure, I figured someone on here might know ?

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[Agent X20]

Lovely one Nim... rode that route a few times when we lived in Hoddesdon... I remember them being single deckers...

and stolen from the internet...

You may also remember that the 327 was the last route on London Transport to use pre-war RTs. There was a weak bridge at Broxbourne and the post-war RTs were heavier. LT had eight* red pre-war RTs painted into Lincoln green and a full set of blinds made—including roof box numbers—just for the 327 to Nazeing Common..

.............so if you scratch it, is there red paint underneath..?

[Aviaction]

Lovely one Nim... rode that route a few times when we lived in Hoddesdon... I remember them being single deckers...

and stolen from the internet...

You may also remember that the 327 was the last route on London Transport to use pre-war RTs. There was a weak bridge at Broxbourne and the post-war RTs were heavier. LT had eight* red pre-war RTs painted into Lincoln green and a full set of blinds made—including roof box numbers—just for the 327 to Nazeing Common..

.............so if you scratch it, is there red paint underneath..?


Nice model and great piccies.
was just about to say that must be agent's stomping ground, so maybe a scale schoolboy in gray flannel shorts, set in a running pose, would just add that finishing touch...:LOL:

Might be the one to get as I dont have a green bus yet.

[Nimrod48]

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Gorgeous model Nim'

TBH, it's the only R.T. I think I'll bother with, that "Green" one:D
(unless I see an Aviaction/Agent type 'snip' at a toyfair)


Mind you, the price sounds HIDEOUS to me !!!!!!!!!!!!Jeez; my dearest Sun-Star Routemasters were only HALF that :wacko:

Blimey, it even makes that 1/200 Inflight-'Olympic' 747 look resonable @ £ 99

Sounds like they're "ripping us off" (time will tell)


BTW Nim'; I'm curious to know WHY there's NO 'route-number' on the Back/Top-box - yet there IS on the Front-box ???????????

Not being 'clued-in' on Buses & bus proceedure, I figured someone on here might know ?

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Not sure why the rear route number box was blanked Hornchurch, I imagine that it was blanked out during the war ......most buses having restricted blinds during that period.....after the war rear route boxes were not incorporated on the new RTs.
As for the price Sun Star hiked up their prices late last year......cost of raw materials & rising production costs being the given reason........today my local dealer told me that Sun Star will be reducing future issues of the RT by £20.

[Nimrod48]

Lovely one Nim... rode that route a few times when we lived in Hoddesdon... I remember them being single deckers...

and stolen from the internet...

You may also remember that the 327 was the last route on London Transport to use pre-war RTs. There was a weak bridge at Broxbourne and the post-war RTs were heavier. LT had eight* red pre-war RTs painted into Lincoln green and a full set of blinds made—including roof box numbers—just for the 327 to Nazeing Common..

.............so if you scratch it, is there red paint underneath..?

No red Agent but if I am ever unlucky enough to damage the paint I will consider retouching the damage in LT red for added authenticity.

[CFBC]

One for Dill on the 27th at Dx.... Take a peek (http://duxford.iwm.org.uk/server/show/conEvent.543). ;) :)

[Nimrod48]

One for Dill on the 27th at Dx.... Take a peek (http://duxford.iwm.org.uk/server/show/conEvent.543). ;) :)

When I lived in Cambridge this used to be a regular trip for me, a few pics Dill to browse over.
The Aston Villa official team coach was operated by Flights of Birmingham it is a Harrington Cavalier body on an AEC Reliance chassis.
The 1960s was a decade of decay & massive under achievement for Villa so the only trophy this vehicle would have carried to Villa Park would be the 1960-61 League Cup....it is far too modern to remember their last FA Cup triumph:D

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF0009-1.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF0020.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF0075a.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF0035a.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF0031z.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF0028a.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF0027a.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF0033a.jpg


http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF0026a.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF0012a.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF0031.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF0006a.jpg

[dilligafocau]

Thanks to CFBC for the DX link and Nimrod for the great photos, those old single deckers had some style to them :cool: Best I visit the UK around September then ;)

[Upkeep]

Just arrived home with the latest RT from Sun Star after a quick inspection I have given it the thumbs up....nice paintwork & impressive interior detail as usual I paid £162 for mine the full RRP is £189:99:)

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF0001copy.jpg



Nothing short of stunning, Mr. Nimrod -- photos AND model. Regrettably, my budget won't extend to that superb SunStar range, so I dabble down in the lower scale sizes, aka: the cheap seats! :LOL::LOL:

Again, great looking model!!

/U http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm82/upkeep/DAF/2_thumbs_up_-_animated.gif

[Upkeep]

One for Dill on the 27th at Dx.... Take a peek (http://duxford.iwm.org.uk/server/show/conEvent.543). ;) :)

OMG!!! Buses AND aeroplanes . . . ALL at the same location! Boy -- you guys get all the luck. :D

/U ;)

[Nimrod48]

OMG!!! Buses AND aeroplanes . . . ALL at the same location! Boy -- you guys get all the luck. :D

/U ;)

Nothing short of stunning, Mr. Nimrod -- photos AND model. Regrettably, my budget won't extend to that superb SunStar range, so I dabble down in the lower scale sizes, aka: the cheap seats! :LOL::LOL:

Again, great looking model!!

/U http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm82/upkeep/DAF/2_thumbs_up_-_animated.gif

Thanks Upkeep.....having Showbus at Duxford is like having all of ones favourite beers on tap in one pub:cool
My local model shop had a couple of the 1:50 Corgi RTs at half price a couple of weeks ago & IMHO looked rather good:)

[Upkeep]

Thanks Upkeep.....having Showbus at Duxford is like having all of ones favourite beers on tap in one pub:cool

A dream come true . . . !! :D http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm82/upkeep/DAF/havinapint.gif


My local model shop had a couple of the 1:50 Corgi RTs at half price a couple of weeks ago & IMHO looked rather good:)

Good grief . . . a local shop?? Mine is Hatton's in Liverpool. That is the closest to me I'm aware of!!:eek::unsure:

/U ;)

[knockando]

As I know nowt about buses, would someone give me some suggestions please for a 1940's double decker diecast to add to my BoB collection in 1/72 scale or smaller. Battle of Britain not Buses of Britain, many thanks. They all look the same to me:( The 1/24 do look superb though.

[Nimrod48]

As I know nowt about buses, would someone give me some suggestions please for a 1940's double decker diecast to add to my BoB collection in 1/72 scale or smaller. Battle of Britain not Buses of Britain, many thanks. They all look the same to me:( The 1/24 do look superb though.

EFE have done various wartime buses but two in particular that would be authentic to the period would be the EFE 1/76 Guy Arab LT Grey (99203)
& EFE 1/76 AEC RT Double Decker Bus London Transport Central Area (34001)
you should not have any problem finding either of these models which were released circa 2005/6 in fact kill two birds with one stone & visit Showbus at Duxford next Sunday.
You could pick up the models for a song & enjoy all that the museum offers too.:)

[col]

Oh deary deary me, BoB era buses. I knew I shouldn't have looked at this thread - how much do they cost?

[Nimrod48]

Oh deary deary me, BoB era buses. I knew I shouldn't have looked at this thread - how much do they cost?

Should be able to pick up either for £15-20 ...Antics have the red one in stock......check out this WWll London Transport STL too

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/EFE-99204-AEC-STL-CLASS-BUS-LONDON-TRANSPORT_W0QQitemZ110419183686QQcmdZViewItemQQptZ UK_ToysGames_DiecastVehicles_DiecastVehicles_JN?ha sh=item19b57f0846&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14

[ZS-VAN]

I quite fancy the War Bonds Sunstar bud that I think started this thread. I've been eyeing it ever since. The one pic Nimrod posted bought it back to mind.

[Upkeep]

EFE have done various wartime buses but two in particular that would be authentic to the period would be the EFE 1/76 Guy Arab LT Grey (99203)
& EFE 1/76 AEC RT Double Decker Bus London Transport Central Area (34001)
you should not have any problem finding either of these models which were released circa 2005/6 in fact kill two birds with one stone & visit Showbus at Duxford next Sunday.
You could pick up the models for a song & enjoy all that the museum offers too.:)

Thanx for that information and the image of that Guy RT (I used to take the 23 Marylebone). It's actually on its way here now. I can't make it to Duxford (regrettably). Thanx also for the info on that AEC RT which will now also on my 'hit list' -- for the same reasons as Knockando -- a BoB connection to my aeroplane collection.

Some other BoB era buses to also consider:

http://www.hattons.co.uk/images/products/99202_1.JPG
^ EFE 99202:
Daimler utility bus "London Transport"
Carrying few adverts and painted in a muddy brown this Daimler registered GYE 64, fleet number D 74 features the blackout visibility markings and has anti splinter film on the windows and is seen operating route 137 to Highgate. . . . £17


http://www.hattons.co.uk/images/products/99205_1.JPG

^ EFE 99205:
Guy Arab II utility bus "Southdown"
Operating services along the south-east coast, Southdown buses were particularly vulnerable to damage from bombers and marauding fighter aircraft, so the livery was camouflaged to hide them. This Guy Arab II Utility registered GUF 120, fleet number 420 works route 12 to Newhaven, Seaford and Eastbourne. . . . £16


http://www.hattons.co.uk/images/products/99207_1.JPG

^ EFE 99207:
Leyland TD1 1930's d/deck bus "Plymouth City Transport"
The heavy bombing of the dockyards destroyed most of Plymouth's buses and old buses like this Leyland registered DR 7405, fleet number 124 were made serviceable and brought back into use, on route to the Theatre. . . . £16


These selections are taken from Hatton's (http://www.hattons.co.uk/) in Liverpool.


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[ZS-VAN]

Those prices seem reasonable. I wonder what Dillis' bus would cost now? Could it even be found?

[Nimrod48]

Those prices seem reasonable. I wonder what Dillis' bus would cost now? Could it even be found?

BRITISH AMERICAN DIECASTS & MODELS have the Sun Star 1:24 WWll RT in stock at £129.99:)

[Nimrod48]

[QUOTE=Upkeep;306098]Thanx for that information and the image of that Guy RT (I used to take the 23 Marylebone). It's actually on its way here now. I can't make it to Duxford (regrettably). Thanx also for the info on that AEC RT which will now also on my 'hit list' -- for the same reasons as Knockando -- a BoB connection to my aeroplane collection.

Glad you could pick one up Upkeep these wartime bus models compliment the BoB & Blitz era planes nicely as part of the "home front" scene:)

[knockando]

Thanks for the help Nimrod and Upkeep, I went for the EFE 99204 as I'm sure I saw colour footage (D-Day in colour) and all the buses had black roofs.

[Nimrod48]

Thanks for the help Nimrod and Upkeep, I went for the EFE 99204 as I'm sure I saw colour footage (D-Day in colour) and all the buses had black roofs.

That is a nice model knockando the roof on the model is a very dark brown as was the real thing & yes they look almost black in the old wartime footage.
In wartime a lot of companies painted the roof matt grey to blend in with the road if viewed from the air, but at times just about any colour was slapped on to preserve the steel panels of the utility spec buses hence grey or brown London Transport vehicles.

[Upkeep]

That is a nice model knockando the roof on the model is a very dark brown as was the real thing & yes they look almost black in the old wartime footage. In wartime a lot of companies painted the roof matt grey to blend in with the road if viewed from the air, but at times just about any colour was slapped on to preserve the steel panels of the utility spec buses hence grey or brown London Transport vehicles.

That would give reasoning to the decidedly wartime colour scheme on this AEC Q s/deck.

http://www.hattons.co.uk/images/products/OM41002_1.JPG

Looks bang on when I look it up in my 'London Transport Golden Jubilee Book 1933-1983" (I have a personal love for these AEC Q types.)

/U ;)

[Hornchurch]

DIECASTS & MODELS have the Sun Star 1:24 WWll RT in stock at £129.99:)`

Cheers for the tip-off Nim'


BTW, mate = some CRACKING pictures on the previous-page :cool !


Looks like with minimal persuasion, you MIGHT lure col over to the "darkside"


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[Upkeep]

`Looks like with minimal persuasion, you MIGHT lure col over to the "darkside"
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No lure required -- it should be a natural fit, and I have the photos to prove it. :D Check out the photo below:

http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm82/upkeep/chastise/halibus_550.jpg
PHOTO: Test flown in December 1941 the first of the 710 Halifaxes produced by LAPG incorporating Park Royal Coachworks (PRC) manufactured parts was a Type B Mk II serial No BB189. Line workers get to see their efforts during an arranged field trip.

So what do we have here?? Please to note the advert on the BACK of the bus:

http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm82/upkeep/chastise/oxo_plane_550.jpg
PHOTO: Aeroplane/Bus & Bus/Aeroplane. The 'natural' fit!!

Now -- all I have to do is find an EFE 1:76 LT bus that has that above advert on the back! :eek: :unsure: It would look so natural by my Mk II Halifax! ;) (No -- I'm not going to chase down that Sun Star 2RT2!!)

/U :D

[Nimrod48]

`

Cheers for the tip-off Nim'


BTW, mate = some CRACKING pictures on the previous-page :cool !


Looks like with minimal persuasion, you MIGHT lure col over to the "darkside"


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Going to take the plunge Hornchurch? you know it makes sense!;)

[Nimrod48]

No lure required -- it should be a natural fit, and I have the photos to prove it. :D Check out the photo below:

http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm82/upkeep/chastise/halibus_550.jpg
PHOTO: Test flown in December 1941 the first of the 710 Halifaxes produced by LAPG incorporating Park Royal Coachworks (PRC) manufactured parts was a Type B Mk II serial No BB189. Line workers get to see their efforts during an arranged field trip.

So what do we have here?? Please to note the advert on the BACK of the bus:

http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm82/upkeep/chastise/oxo_plane_550.jpg
PHOTO: Aeroplane/Bus & Bus/Aeroplane. The 'natural' fit!!

Now -- all I have to do is find an EFE 1:76 LT bus that has that above advert on the back! :eek: :unsure: It would look so natural by my Mk II Halifax! ;) (No -- I'm not going to chase down that Sun Star 2RT2!!)

/U :D

Thanks for posting that to pic Upkeep a scene that can be created by using the EFE 99204 AEC STL model;)

[Upkeep]

Thanks for posting that to pic Upkeep a scene that can be created by using the EFE 99204 AEC STL model;)

My pleasure! I will most certainly follow up on that and thank you very much for the confirmation on the bus -- I already have the Mk II Halifax with the same u/c. I wasn't quite too sure what the bus was, but I thought it may have been an AEC of some sort! http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm82/upkeep/DAF/2_thumbs_up_-_animated.gif

/U ;)

[Hornchurch]

Going to take the plunge Hornchurch? you know it makes sense!;)`


Hey Nimrod,

You're "preaching to the converted" here matey :LOL:


Besides having all the "sought-after" Corgi & Hobbymaster planes (well, I'm STILL an ardent a/c fanatic since the late 1960's !); I've ALSO got a Cupboard-load of Sun-Star Routemasters !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Must categorically state tho' = I've ONLY got those 1/24th scale R.M.'s (x 11

Take those 11 x R.M's away & it's "Old Mother Hubbard" as far as Buses go

NO LORRIES or other silly-stuff = Just 1/24th Routemasters & every conceiveable decent plane (bar the Waldorp F-105 Thud', which I missed:(

As an Ex Lorry-Driver, it DOES warm my heart to think that many of the old R.M.'s still survive (tho' I DREAD to think of how-many got exported to China)


I'm STILL trying to reason WHY the Sun Star R.T. is 'overpriced' (in my book)

An R.R.P. of £ 189 smacks of..... "Rip-Off" to me, sorry !


Anyhow; I once again thak ya for the cool-pix at Dux' & I'll be interested to see if col "capitulates" ???????:LOL:

Upkeep's picture is an excellent choice (one I've seen before, & which I've had on my P.C.'s hard-drive for some time !) & I can FULLY understand why he wants a 1/76th version.

BUT, for me, those Buses HAVE TO BE 1/24th, or nothing :p ;)


If Hobbymaster WASN'T bringing out such an avalanche of good-stuff (a/c) right now, I'd prob' "bite the bullet" & buy that Green R.T.

Mind you tho' = some smart-ass will NO-DOUBT see one of 'em (considerably) cheaper at one of these "Toyfairs" ???????


Nim', if you DO go to this "Bus-Fair" at Duxford on the 27th, plz gimme a report on what kinda prices they're charging on THAT Sun Star Green R.T. ?


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[Upkeep]

. . . Upkeep's picture is an excellent choice (one I've seen before, & which I've had on my P.C.'s hard-drive for some time !) & I can FULLY understand why he wants a 1/76th version.

I think, between you and me, this image should be on a few more desktops, if you catch my drift, eh? ;)

http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm82/upkeep/chastise/halibus_550.jpg


BUT, for me, those Buses HAVE TO BE 1/24th, or nothing :p ;)


So where DO you live, anyhow, Mr. Hornchurch . . . HERE?? :LOL:

http://www.royalcollection.org.uk/images/visit_images/PHH/hr%20main.jpg
PHOTO: Mmmmmm. . . . The Palace of Holyroodhouse. Plenty of room for diecast!

/U ;)

[dilligafocau]

BRITISH AMERICAN DIECASTS & MODELS have the Sun Star 1:24 WWll RT in stock at £129.99:)

A bargain at that price, pity the the later release RT's are still at close to RRP :(

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/IMG_2672.jpg
http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/IMG_2674.jpg
http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/IMG_2676.jpg

[Upkeep]

A bargain at that price, pity the the later release RT's are still at close to RRP :(

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/IMG_2672.jpg



Truly a cracker, Mr. Dill! Regrettably, a wee-bit large for some of us, and seriously impactful on the bank account. :eek::unsure: I still love that OXO advert on the back, though. I wish EFE had stuck this on either 99204 or 34001 (below):

http://www.hattons.co.uk/images/products/34001_1.jpg

Mind you, one who is resourceful can always make a decal, yes?? ;):wacko:

/U :D

[Nimrod48]

`


Hey Nimrod,

You're "preaching to the converted" here matey :LOL:


Besides having all the "sought-after" Corgi & Hobbymaster planes (well, I'm STILL an ardent a/c fanatic since the late 1960's !); I've ALSO got a Cupboard-load of Sun-Star Routemasters !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Must categorically state tho' = I've ONLY got those 1/24th scale R.M.'s (x 11

Take those 11 x R.M's away & it's "Old Mother Hubbard" as far as Buses go

NO LORRIES or other silly-stuff = Just 1/24th Routemasters & every conceiveable decent plane (bar the Waldorp F-105 Thud', which I missed:(

As an Ex Lorry-Driver, it DOES warm my heart to think that many of the old R.M.'s still survive (tho' I DREAD to think of how-many got exported to China)


I'm STILL trying to reason WHY the Sun Star R.T. is 'overpriced' (in my book)

An R.R.P. of £ 189 smacks of..... "Rip-Off" to me, sorry !


Anyhow; I once again thak ya for the cool-pix at Dux' & I'll be interested to see if col "capitulates" ???????:LOL:

Upkeep's picture is an excellent choice (one I've seen before, & which I've had on my P.C.'s hard-drive for some time !) & I can FULLY understand why he wants a 1/76th version.

BUT, for me, those Buses HAVE TO BE 1/24th, or nothing :p ;)


If Hobbymaster WASN'T bringing out such an avalanche of good-stuff (a/c) right now, I'd prob' "bite the bullet" & buy that Green R.T.

Mind you tho' = some smart-ass will NO-DOUBT see one of 'em (considerably) cheaper at one of these "Toyfairs" ???????


Nim', if you DO go to this "Bus-Fair" at Duxford on the 27th, plz gimme a report on what kinda prices they're charging on THAT Sun Star Green R.T. ?


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Wow Hornchurch you must almost have a complete set of 1:24 RMs my count is five plus three RTs & three Daimler Fleetlines plus three Bedford OBs.
As for RMs going to Hong Kong I can find only two RM1288 (HK 1931) &
RM1873 (HK 1932) most ex LT types bought by Hong Kong operators were either Daimler Fleetlines or Leyland Titans from the mid 1970s when LT found these vehicles which were meant to replace RMs did not cope with the harsh environment of the central London routes & were sold off to provincial operators in the UK or to the likes of China Motor Bus & Kowloon Motor Bus.

The price of the Sun Star RT rose late last year due to material costs (so they say) the next release will be £20 cheaper.
Sadly I will not be at Showbus next weekend but I will keep my ear to the ground regarding the price of the country version.:)

[dilligafocau]

Truly a cracker, Mr. Dill! Regrettably, a wee-bit large for some of us, and seriously impactful on the bank account. :eek::unsure: I still love that OXO advert on the back, though. I wish EFE had stuck this on either 99204 or 34001 (below):

http://www.hattons.co.uk/images/products/34001_1.jpg



/U :D

I like the look of that EFE :cool:



Mind you, one who is resourceful can always make a decal, yes?? ;):wacko:

/U :D

Might help if you have a large sample to work from :D


http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/RTsign.jpg

[Hornchurch]

So where DO you live, anyhow, Mr. Hornchurch . . . HERE?? :LOL:

http://www.royalcollection.org.uk/images/visit_images/PHH/hr%20main.jpg
PHOTO: Mmmmmm. . . . The Palace of Holyroodhouse.
Plenty of room for diecast!

/U ;)[/QUOTE]`

Nah Mate !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

More "Humble" digs I'm afraid.......LMFAO

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[Upkeep]

I like the look of that EFE :cool:

Not too bad for small scale, eh?

Might help if you have a large sample to work from :D


http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/RTsign.jpg

Thanx mate, that could come in right handy, it could. http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm82/upkeep/DAF/2_thumbs_up_-_animated.gif

/U

[dilligafocau]

Not too bad for small scale, eh?



Thanx mate, that could come in right handy, it could. http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm82/upkeep/DAF/2_thumbs_up_-_animated.gif

/U

I got it cheap....it fell off the back of a bus :LOL:

[Upkeep]

I got it cheap....it fell off the back of a bus :LOL:

R i g h t . . . :D:LOL:

Well, it'll have to wait til I get that EFE AEC 2RT2 (34001), but for now I'm happily awaiting my Q4 s/deck from Mr. 'H' in Liverpool. This will look lovely sitting in the vicinity of my Halifax and Hurricanes!!

These folks are one crack on outfit as far as doing business with is concerned. The worst part is they have a tonne of these Q-types all at very good prices, so I could go broke pretty quick. I think I may have opened the flood gates with this one:unsure::

http://www.hattons.co.uk/images/products/OM41002_1.JPG

Anyhow, it surprises me (?) that Corgi hasn't done a wartime Q4 d/deck in LT colours, given how fast the EFE LT wartime stuff moves?? :unsure:

/U

[Nimrod48]

The first test shots of the 1:24 EFE (Gilbow) AEC RF were on display at the Showbus event at Duxford on 27/09.
I would guess the first release would be available twelve months hence to coincide with next years Showbus.
It would appear that it will have scrolling blinds as per the Fleetline & of course sprung loaded doors & working suspension.
Which in turn means I am going to be on my way to the poor house as I can think of at least four versions that I want...as for price somewhere between £95-£110 would be my (un)educated guess.

http://www.britishmodelbuses.com/Large%20Images/EFE/AEC%20RF_Early%20tooling%20pattern_Large.JPG

[Arno 01]

Picked up this little (1/76) model yesterday
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y113/Arno01/green.jpg

Made by Oxford diecast, and around £8-10

[dilligafocau]

I was talking to my Dad today about the London buses etc around the war years, he recalled the single deckers he got to see were nicknamed 'charobancs' from his description they resembled Bedford OB's. These 'charobancs' were not on the usual bus-routes, it was the thing for neighbourhoods to hire them out for trips to the coast for a paddle on a pebbly beach :)

[dilligafocau]

Picked up this little (1/76) model yesterday
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y113/Arno01/green.jpg

Made by Oxford diecast, and around £8-10

I do like the look of that :cool: You get some good detail for not a lot of money. I picked up the Oxford AFS Austin Taxi a few week back for around $AU8, I thought it would look ok in the background of a WWII RAF diorama whereas the Green Goddess would go ok in a Cold War Jet dio :)

[datacroft]

Picked up this little (1/76) model yesterday
Made by Oxford diecast, and around £8-10
I do believe that Oxford are releasing a RAF Green Goddess towards the end of the year.:cool:

[Aviaction]

I do believe that Oxford are releasing a RAF Green Goddess towards the end of the year.:cool:

Seeing these I have a book on the Green Goddess Fire engines but haven't go a clue as to it's worth? if anything. keep meaning to ebay it.

[Arno 01]

I do believe that Oxford are releasing a RAF Green Goddess towards the end of the year.:cool:

It was out, along with a red and white foam tender, the RAF one was like my one, but with a red cheat line and RAF titles.

[Upkeep]

I was talking to my Dad today about the London buses etc around the war years, he recalled the single deckers he got to see were nicknamed 'charobancs' from his description they resembled Bedford OB's. These 'charobancs' were not on the usual bus-routes, it was the thing for neighbourhoods to hire them out for trips to the coast for a paddle on a pebbly beach :)

The AEC Q singles were not all that common, for sure. Apparently they were primarily used on the Green Line routes and on a few routes in Central London, painted the customary red. For how long, and how consistent is beyond my scope with the skimpy reference I have. I just find them, and their d/deck brethren rather fascinating, as they were apparently very revolutionary for the time.

http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm82/upkeep/DAF/LTQtypes.jpg
PHOTO: A couple of LT Q s/decks in for repair due to Blitz damage. Note the OXO ad on the back!!

/U :D

[Nimrod48]

The AEC Q singles were not all that common, for sure. Apparently they were primarily used on the Green Line routes and on a few routes in Central London, painted the customary red. For how long, and how consistent is beyond my scope with the skimpy reference I have. I just find them, and their d/deck brethren rather fascinating, as they were apparently very revolutionary for the time.

http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm82/upkeep/DAF/LTQtypes.jpg
PHOTO: A couple of LT Q s/decks in for repair due to Blitz damage. Note the OXO ad on the back!!

/U :D

A facinating pic Upkeep the Q type vehicles were advanced for their day by having under floor engines, a practice used by Midland Red after the war on their single deckers......apparently the doors on the LT Q single deck types operating in central London had to remain open on the insistence of the police.

[Upkeep]

A facinating pic Upkeep the Q type vehicles were advanced for their day by having under floor engines, a practice used by Midland Red after the war on their single deckers......apparently the doors on the LT Q single deck types operating in central London had to remain open on the insistence of the police.

A most peculiar requirement. Any particular reason as to why? :unsure: I can't see it making any difference.

/U

[Nimrod48]

A most peculiar requirement. Any particular reason as to why? :unsure: I can't see it making any difference.

/U

I can only guess that it was to speed up passengers entry & exit & therefore keeping the time the vehicle was at a stand still to a minimum thus keeping traffic in the city flowing :unsure:

[Upkeep]

I can only guess that it was to speed up passengers entry & exit & therefore keeping the time the vehicle was at a stand still to a minimum thus keeping traffic in the city flowing :unsure:

OK. That adds up. I found this as well in one of my LT books. Perhaps there is something to this too, although I highly doubt it. :D

http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm82/upkeep/DAF/LT_Qsdeck_550.jpg

Signaling a turn, or giving that car the 'hold on' sign? I haven't the foggiest. Could be either one. Needless to say, certainly pre-war.

/U

[Merlin]

Signaling a turn, or giving that car the 'hold on' sign? I haven't the foggiest. Could be either one.

neither one actually..what he's saying is "quit laughing at my funny looking little bus or I'll...I'll....I'll point my other finger at you!:mad: "

[Upkeep]

neither one actually..what he's saying is "quit laughing at my funny looking little bus or I'll...I'll....I'll point my other finger at you!:mad: "


'Tis possible he is conducting a sing-a-long with the guy/gal driving the car too. The roof is up.:LOL::LOL:

/U :rolleyes:

[dilligafocau]

OK. That adds up. I found this as well in one of my LT books. Perhaps there is something to this too, although I highly doubt it. :D

http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm82/upkeep/DAF/LT_Qsdeck_550.jpg

Signaling a turn, or giving that car the 'hold on' sign? I haven't the foggiest. Could be either one. Needless to say, certainly pre-war.

/U

Just found the same photo in my LT Golden Jubilee book, I had'nt seen such a short LT bus before. Below this photo is a Q3 double decker, they both have that trolley-bus look about them ;)

[Cardinal]

What the *:wacko:* is this obsession with buses all about ... what next??? :wacko: :eek: :unsure: :rolleyes: :D

[dilligafocau]

What the *:wacko:* is this obsession with buses all about ... what next??? :wacko: :eek: :unsure: :rolleyes: :D

Once you have had the lobotomy, you will begin to understand :D

"What next" you ask, well I spied this on MrJ's front page and........... :LOL:

http://www.modelzone.co.uk/images/products/COCC13242.main.jpg

I believe road transport diecasts are Corgi's bread and butter, so far be it for me to deprive a poor dawg of 'is bread and butter ;) At least in this thread Cards, the mods can throw a net over the lot of us :eek: :LOL:

[Cardinal]

Once you have had the lobotomy, you will begin to understand :D


I believe road transport diecasts are Corgi's bread and butter, so far be it for me to deprive a poor dawg of 'is bread and butter ;) At least in this thread Cards, the mods can throw a net over the lot of us :eek: :LOL:


...together with a sufficiently heavy lead weight and a couple of thousand fathoms ...:eek: ;) :D :LOL:

[dilligafocau]

...together with a sufficiently heavy lead weight and a couple of thousand fathoms ...:eek: ;) :D :LOL:

hmmm, have i told you about my collection of diecast submarines and bathyspheres :unsure: :LOL:

[Agent X20]

OK. That adds up. I found this as well in one of my LT books.
http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm82/upkeep/DAF/LT_Qsdeck_550.jpg

That must be the original '715' route......:D

[dilligafocau]

That must be the original '715' route......:D

As near as I think ;) The pre-war route No. was M1, I thought they were referring to the motorway at first :o :)

I think that is a fuzzy 'M1' above 'London' on the destination board :unsure:

[Upkeep]

Just found the same photo in my LT Golden Jubilee book, I had'nt seen such a short LT bus before. Below this photo is a Q3 double decker, they both have that trolley-bus look about them ;)


Well, my shot DID come from the same book. Picked mine up in London in Sep. '83 on vacation. Fascinating!

Yes the Q3 d/decks. Lovely looking, with a styling somewhat looking like the Trolleybuses, while ALSO being quite revolutionary for the time. Perhaps the reason for their premature demise? I have to admit, I do find these 'advanced' AEC creatures rather alluring. The good news is, Corgi does have a current stream of Q type d/decks in the stream with about 4-6 to choose from. Definitely cutting edge 30's design! (OK. I admit -- I really like these!!)

http://www.ehattons.com/images/products/340pxwide/OM45702_1.JPG

And the price is amazing. These range from £7-10 each!! (RRP about £20-22). Mr. H (http://www.ehattons.com/stocklist/prodlist.aspx?ManID=23&PrTyID=37&ScID=1&EraID=3) has a lot of these, should you be interested, HERE (http://www.ehattons.com/stocklist/prodlist.aspx?ManID=23&PrTyID=37&ScID=1&EraID=3). Certainly has me excited anyhow, and I'll be in for the above Bradford one, at the very least!!

/U ;)

[Upkeep]

What the *:wacko:* is this obsession with buses all about ... what next??? :wacko: :eek: :unsure: :rolleyes: :D

What's next?? The obvious, as aeroplanes and buses are proven to be a natural fit, and I have the photos to prove it. :D Check out the photo below:

http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm82/upkeep/chastise/halibus_550.jpg
PHOTO: Test flown in December 1941 the first of the 710 Halifaxes produced by LAPG incorporating Park Royal Coachworks (PRC) manufactured parts was a Type B Mk II serial No BB189. Line workers get to see their efforts during an arranged field trip.

It gets BETTER . . . Please take note of the advert on the BACK of the bus:

http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm82/upkeep/chastise/oxo_plane_550.jpg
PHOTO: Aeroplane/Bus & Bus/Aeroplane. The 'natural' fit!!

What MORE can I say? ;)

/U :D

[Upkeep]

So what shows up at my door exactly 11 days after ordering it? Yup -- you guessed it, my Q type from Mr. H. I've been wanting this since I saw the release notice in one of my diecast magazines. It sure looks nice with that Halifax, eh?

http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm82/upkeep/DAF/CorgiQtypesdeck_550.jpg

Considering the thing isn't much bigger than an ordinary Mars bar, the detail is quite impressive. The engine cover and engine have detail that appears like PE work. Very crisp all-around. BTW: What looks like 'wear and tear' worn lines through the panels is just my boggy lighting. The model is very sharp.

Shipping was quite impressive from Mr. H too. All nicely wrapped like a Christmas gift with brown paper on the outside of the box and postal twine. Classic. The way we USED to do it here. Not anymore. Trust the British to preserve those wonderful little touches. Regardless, Mr. H will be getting my 1:76 bus business soon again.

http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm82/upkeep/DAF/goodnpacked_550.jpg

Oh yeah -- we beat the Customs guy again! http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm82/upkeep/DAF/2_thumbs_up_-_animated.gif Straight to the door -- no payment required!

/U

[Hornchurch]

So what shows up at my door exactly 11 days after ordering it?

Yup -- you guessed it, my Q type from Mr. H.

/U`


A "Q-type" over here thesedays is used for Ear-wax & such nonsense ;)


"Q-type" ?

Buses ?

Certifiably M.A.D. :LOL: :wacko: :LOL:

No-wonder Cardy's got a boner over this topic :wacko:
So much for a net, lead-weights & a thousand fathoms:p

I wanna see Upkeep 'replicate' that Radlett/Halifax-scene in OO/HO

Where's the toy-'Bus', as used in the Radlett picture then, eh ?:D ;)


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[Nimrod48]

A super pic Upkeep those Q types are among the best of the OOC range:)

[Upkeep]

`


A "Q-type" over here thesedays is used for Ear-wax & such nonsense ;)


"Q-type" ?

Buses ?

Certifiably M.A.D. :LOL: :wacko: :LOL:

Yes, Mr. Hornchurch, Q-tips are used for ear wax. :LOL: :rolleyes:

No-wonder Cardy's got a boner over this topic :wacko:
So much for a net, lead-weights & a thousand fathoms:p

I wanna see Upkeep 'replicate' that Radlett/Halifax-scene in OO/HO

Where's the toy-'Bus', as used in the Radlett picture then, eh ?:D ;)


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What Radlett picture? :unsure: Are you perhaps getting it confused with the Park Royal Coachworks (PRC) image I posted above? If so . . . in time. :D;)

/U

[Merlin]

`
No-wonder Cardy's got a boner over this topic :wacko:


tee hee!!...he said boner!.....:D ..........:eek:

[Upkeep]

tee hee!!...he said boner!.....:D ..........:eek:

I just gotta bet you don't hear THAT everyday. :LOL:

/U

[Upkeep]

A super pic Upkeep those Q types are among the best of the OOC range:)

Well, judging from that little Q single that came waltzing in yesterday, that really doesn't surprise me, somehow. It seemed a bit more detailed than what I would expect from a Corgi model (at least judging from my aeroplanes and my other Corgi 1:50 buses). I am impressed enough to add, at the very least, one or two Q d/decks to my collection as well. They really speak well of classic 30's industrial design -- of which I am a complete sucker for -- hence my fascination with the Hurricane, Blenheim Mk I and Mk II Halifax. ;)

/U

[Nimrod48]

Well, judging from that little Q single that came waltzing in yesterday, that really doesn't surprise me, somehow. It seemed a bit more detailed than what I would expect from a Corgi model (at least judging from my aeroplanes and my other Corgi 1:50 buses). I am impressed enough to add, at the very least, one or two Q d/decks to my collection as well. They really speak well of classic 30's industrial design -- of which I am a complete sucker for -- hence my fascination with the Hurricane, Blenheim Mk I and Mk II Halifax. ;)

/U

A word of warning the first issue LT model has a white roof which is incorrect it should have been silver....they did manage to get the green country version right though.;)

[Upkeep]

A word of warning the first issue LT model has a white roof which is incorrect it should have been silver....they did manage to get the green country version right though.;)

:eek: I never even knew these existed!! I was wondering if Corgi ever was going to do a LT version. Looks like they already have! Thanx for the heads-up!

/U

[Nimrod48]

:eek: I never even knew these existed!! I was wondering if Corgi ever was going to do a LT version. Looks like they already have! Thanx for the heads-up!

/U

You might find this site helpful ;)

http://www.britishmodelbuses.com/

[Upkeep]

You might find this site helpful ;)

http://www.britishmodelbuses.com/

Oh -- thank you very much! Most insightful indeed. http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm82/upkeep/DAF/2_thumbs_up_-_animated.gif (*Bookmarked*)

/U

[dilligafocau]

Enough of this Bus tish-tosh :D

This is where the action is...........trains :LOL:

The missus brought back this little 1/198 souvenir from Japan, a N700 Bullet Train :)

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/102_1568.jpg

[Nimrod48]

Enough of this Bus tish-tosh :D

This is where the action is...........trains :LOL:

The missus brought back this little 1/198 souvenir from Japan, a N700 Bullet Train :)

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/102_1568.jpg

Somewhere around the house I have an N gauge model of the Bullet train its quite large even in N scale.

[dilligafocau]

Just arrived home with the latest RT from Sun Star after a quick inspection I have given it the thumbs up....nice paintwork & impressive interior detail as usual I paid £162 for mine the full RRP is £189:99:)

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF0001copy.jpg



Im glad I remembered you had posted this photo Nimrod, Ive been looking at photos of this bus on the 'net and all show (what must be) the pre-pro with a very bad quality Smarties advertising board in place......was enough to put me off I tell 'ya :) Seeing this photo has restored my faith, its definitely the best photo out there :cool:

[Nimrod48]

Im glad I remembered you had posted this photo Nimrod, Ive been looking at photos of this bus on the 'net and all show (what must be) the pre-pro with a very bad quality Smarties advertising board in place......was enough to put me off I tell 'ya :) Seeing this photo has restored my faith, its definitely the best photo out there :cool:

Thanks dilli I feel this will be the definitve country version of the RT just as RM254 (Crawfords) was the definitive RM model, next 1:24 bus for me will be the EFE/Gilbow RF:)

[Upkeep]

Enough of this Bus tish-tosh :D

This is where the action is...........trains :LOL:

The missus brought back this little 1/198 souvenir from Japan, a N700 Bullet Train :)



I agree, trains are where the 'action' is :D plus I love to ride them -- especially in Europe. Why I even have an N gauge of the TGV (orange & grey) but no place to set up and run. Someday perhaps.

/U

[Aviaction]

Planes trains and automobiles.

Posted elsewhere on this forum, but got lost in the civil section by some nonce in admin not moving the posting of a rather large F14 :wacko:

So for the benefit of those that may not have seen it

Lufthansa express by Schabak circa 1/400?

http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/AirportVehicles/LHexpress800.jpg

next to BB400 Tristar for scale:
http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/AirportVehicles/LHexpressBAl1011800.jpg

Lufthansa. next we'll get some bod from Canada posting a Canadian Pacific train etc.

[Upkeep]

. . . next we'll get some bod from Canada posting a Canadian Pacific train etc.

Albeit I have a boatload of 1:144 Canadian Pacific aircraft, I don't have any CP trains (in corresponding N gauge):LOL:

. . . yet!

http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm82/upkeep/DAF/cpr_01_359.jpg
PHOTO: My choice -- 'The Canadian'. Travelled this many times from Vancouver, B.C. to
Brandon, Manitoba, during the late 50s/early 60s with my Mom to visit my Grandfather. Stunning views!!

http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm82/upkeep/DAF/cpr_02_359.jpg
PHOTO: I spent a lot of time up here. Best seats in the house. Yup -- that's my era,
and HEY! . . . . that looks like I did on the right, with the cap!! :LOL:

Yes -- I'll have that in N Gauge, thankyouverymuch! :D

/U :D

[Nimrod48]

Well I suppose locomotives are a sort of diecast anyway I spent a pleasant day on the SVR on Wednesday hoping to get some decent pics of Tornado.
Low sun made lighting conditions difficult for my point & click camera so the results were rather dissapointing but at least I got so see the fabled loco in the metal:cool:

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF0021Ncopy.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF0038Ncopy.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF0039Ncopy.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF0004Ncopy.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF0007Ncopy.jpg

[Cardinal]

I never actually thought that this thread could spiral further down from the low 'bus' benchmark, yet lo and behold, now you lot are plumbing the depths of trains - aircraft forum folks - AIRCRAFT! :LOL:

[dilligafocau]

I never actually thought that this thread could spiral further down from the low 'bus' benchmark, yet lo and behold, now you lot are plumbing the depths of trains - aircraft forum folks - AIRCRAFT! :LOL:

You have'nt seen my London Cab collection yet :LOL:

Nice pics Nimrod, good to see a well kept steam train and some English countryside :cool:

[triumph]

Sorry Cardinal more railway stuff :D

My 40th birthday present from the wife was a weeks firing and driving course on the Bluebell railway. Where I got to look after and drive this little beauty :)
http://i855.photobucket.com/albums/ab118/1050triumph/h-class_aug96m.jpg

[Upkeep]

Sorry Cardinal more railway stuff :D

My 40th birthday present from the wife was a weeks firing and driving course on the Bluebell railway. Where I got to look after and drive this little beauty :)


What a wonderful and thoughtful wife! Lucky guy, indeed! ;)

/U

[KO-B]

I never actually thought that this thread could spiral further down from the low 'bus' benchmark, yet lo and behold, now you lot are plumbing the depths of trains - aircraft forum folks - AIRCRAFT! :LOL:

Don't you go knocking our heritage there, Cardinal! ;)
Tornado is a superb achievement, a new build of a long 'extinct' class.
http://www.a1steam.com/

(Now, if they can build one of those from scratch, a Short Stirling can't be that difficult, can it?:unsure: :D ;) )

KO-B

[Nimrod48]

I never actually thought that this thread could spiral further down from the low 'bus' benchmark, yet lo and behold, now you lot are plumbing the depths of trains - aircraft forum folks - AIRCRAFT! :LOL:

The post was intended for Connoiseurs of fine engineering regardless of alligiance to one particular form of transport & under the banner of General Chit Chat we do not have to talk "shop"

[Upkeep]

Yes -- like these 1938 Metro Cammel Underground sets by EFE in OO. Oh, someday soooooon!!! (*drool*)

I put these in the same category, design-wise, as the Q Type d/deck buses, Hurricane, Halifax (Mk I or II), or Blenheim Mk I. Excellent deco industrial design.

http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm82/upkeep/DAF/EFE_LondonUnderground.jpg

Nope -- I'm NOT kidding! :unsure:;)

/U

[Wolster]

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF0007Ncopy.jpg

Is there anything mechanical more beautiful than a GWR 4-6-0? Of course, I am from Swindon!

:LOL:

[Cardinal]

Is there anything mechanical more beautiful than a GWR 4-6-0? Of course, I am from Swindon!

:LOL:

Yes, plenty - candidates would include '7 of 9' from Voyager and the blonde 'modelesque' Cylon from Battlestar Galactica :LOL:.

[Nimrod48]

Yes -- like these 1938 Metro Cammel Underground sets by EFE in OO. Oh, someday soooooon!!! (*drool*)

I put these in the same category, design-wise, as the Q Type d/deck buses, Hurricane, Halifax (Mk I or II), or Blenheim Mk I. Excellent deco industrial design.

http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm82/upkeep/DAF/EFE_LondonUnderground.jpg

Nope -- I'm NOT kidding! :unsure:;)

/U

Agreed Upkeep these tube sets were a design classic, the EFE model set I picked up at Showbus (Duxford) a few years back for £90 (RRP £115):)

[Nimrod48]

Is there anything mechanical more beautiful than a GWR 4-6-0? Of course, I am from Swindon!

:LOL:

The GWR 4-6-0s are among the most handsome locomotives ever built IMHO & Henry Ford agreed too as he had a full size replica of King George V built after seeing it at the Word Trade Fair (Chicago 1933):)

[dilligafocau]

Anyone had success getting parts for Sunstar Buses?.

Ive got a Routemaster with a missing tail light lens and a '46 RT missing a rear grab/hand rail :( .
Ive tried contacting the Macau office with no success thus far. These were long distance purchases (1 distant past, 1 recent) so sending the models back is not an option. :wacko:

[Nimrod48]

Anyone had success getting parts for Sunstar Buses?.

Ive got a Routemaster with a missing tail light lens and a '46 RT missing a rear grab/hand rail :( .
Ive tried contacting the Macau office with no success thus far. These were long distance purchases (1 distant past, 1 recent) so sending the models back is not an option. :wacko:

Try modelsdept@abgee.co.uk Colin Hill of Sun Star Europe gave me this address when I needed a part for one of my Bedford OBs :)

[dilligafocau]

Try modelsdept@abgee.co.uk Colin Hill of Sun Star Europe gave me this address when I needed a part for one of my Bedford OBs :)

Cheers for that Nimrod, I'll fire off an email asap ;)

I was seriously considering plundering the Vernons Pools Routemaster for bits........followed by a decent burial :LOL:

[dilligafocau]

Just a reminder that not all the Corgi SnS range had wings and a propellor :LOL:

And yes, it makes engine noises too :D

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/102_1621.jpg

[dilligafocau]

......the first model Police Car posted on DAF :unsure: ;)

FM 1/24 1967 Police Mini Cooper. Not a bad looking little model, they don't make them like that anymore :)

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/FM1967PoliceMini.jpg

[KO-B]

......the first model Police Car posted on DAF :unsure: ;)

FM 1/24 1967 Police Mini Cooper. Not a bad looking little model, they don't make them like that anymore :)

Wish they did, might be able to outrun the b*ggers...;) :LOL:

KO-B

[dilligafocau]

Wish they did, might be able to outrun the b*ggers...;) :LOL:

KO-B

Saw a news story tonight, where the NSW Police Cars have been fitted with 6 cameras that take photos of the licence plates of cars they pass which are cross matched instantly with police records to detect outstanding fines etc. Each car will take 3000 photos during a normal shift :eek:

[Nimrod48]

......the first model Police Car posted on DAF :unsure: ;)

FM 1/24 1967 Police Mini Cooper. Not a bad looking little model, they don't make them like that anymore :)

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/FM1967PoliceMini.jpg

Interesting model dilli, is there any info on which force used this particular plodmobile.:)

[Agent X20]

Do wish they would get the number plate font right..:)

[Upkeep]

Just a reminder that not all the Corgi SnS range had wings and a propellor :LOL:

And yes, it makes engine noises too :D

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/102_1621.jpg

The illumination is a nice touch, especially the warm even light throughout the inside being contrasted by the ice blue of the headlamps. Maybe I'll illuminate the inside of my SnS DamsLanc? :D

Did you have anything to do with this magnificent piece of work Mr. Dill?

/U ;)

[Craig]

The illumination is a nice touch, especially the warm even light throughout the inside being contrasted by the ice blue of the headlamps. Maybe I'll illuminate the inside of my SnS DamsLanc? :D

Did you have anything to do with this magnificent piece of work Mr. Dill?

/U ;)
I may be wrong, but I believe that that is part of the S&S range...:unsure:

[Nimrod48]

I may be wrong, but I believe that that is part of the S&S range...:unsure:

Yes it is they also did a range of modern S&S trucks too;)

[dilligafocau]

The illumination is a nice touch, especially the warm even light throughout the inside being contrasted by the ice blue of the headlamps. Maybe I'll illuminate the inside of my SnS DamsLanc? :D

Did you have anything to do with this magnificent piece of work Mr. Dill?

/U ;)

Craig and Nimrod are correct Upkeep :) this is the CC25908 SnS Routemaster. I'd toyed with idea of lighting one of my Sun Star Routemasters and could'nt resist the Corgi version when browsing at Hattons. I can only claim the credit for the photo. ;)

The destination blinds are way too translucent for my liking :unsure:

[Upkeep]

Craig and Nimrod are correct Upkeep :) this is the CC25908 SnS Routemaster. I'd toyed with idea of lighting one of my Sun Star Routemasters and could'nt resist the Corgi version when browsing at Hattons. I can only claim the credit for the photo. ;)

The destination blinds are way too translucent for my liking :unsure:

Well, I'll be . . . :unsure: How did I miss this??

I thought it may be a code 3 thing, as there have been some sharp illuminations done here locally to Corgi's Toronto streetcars and buses (all of which I also have). They look as good as those images posted. I had no idea that Corgi took the SnS beyond aeroplanes, though. (Shows how narrow focused I've become -- note to self: must spend more time in Hatton's).

Very nice photo, Mr. Dill! :)

/U

[Nimrod48]

Well, I'll be . . . :unsure: How did I miss this??

I thought it may be a code 3 thing, as there have been some sharp illuminations done here locally to Corgi's Toronto streetcars and buses (all of which I also have). They look as good as those images posted. I had no idea that Corgi took the SnS beyond aeroplanes, though. (Shows how narrow focused I've become -- note to self: must spend more time in Hatton's).

Very nice photo, Mr. Dill! :)

/U

I think the model also has engine sounds plus the facility to ring its bell:rolleyes:

[Hornchurch]

Cheers for that Nimrod, I'll fire off an email asap ;)



I was seriously considering plundering the Vernons Pools Routemaster for bits........followed by a decent burial


:LOL:`


That's about all they're fit for.... UNLESS ya re-spray the shell Red ;)


BTW, does ANYONE do after-market adverts (decals) for those 1/24th ??????


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[dilligafocau]

Well, I'll be . . . :unsure: How did I miss this??

I thought it may be a code 3 thing, as there have been some sharp illuminations done here locally to Corgi's Toronto streetcars and buses (all of which I also have). They look as good as those images posted. I had no idea that Corgi took the SnS beyond aeroplanes, though. (Shows how narrow focused I've become -- note to self: must spend more time in Hatton's).

Very nice photo, Mr. Dill! :)

/U

A great place to browse (as you well know ;) ) and my brown paper wrapped parcel also came bound with string :)



I think the model also has engine sounds plus the facility to ring its bell:rolleyes:

I wait until everyone's left the house before I invoke those features :LOL:

[Nimrod48]

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That's about all they're fit for.... UNLESS ya re-spray the shell Red ;)


BTW, does ANYONE do after-market adverts (decals) for those 1/24th ??????


`

Hornchurch I am experimenting with Photoshop with a view to making my own.
Here are some examples overlaid on the 1:24 RT the original ad is the yellow Branston Pickle one ;)

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF0005.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF0005Gcopy.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF0002copy.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF0002kcopy.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF0005asecopy.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF0005copy-1.jpg

While most of these are in period for the RT I think only the PEARL advert would be OK for the RM.
The Kit Kat font needs work on it but its getting there, my initial reason for doing these was to produce an authentic PEARL advert for my 1:24 LT Fleetline the twits did PEARL instead of PEARL:(
Once happy with them I will print them on to paper & attach them to the model with double sided tape, they should look more convincing than either transfers or tampo printing.

[Craig]

my initial reason for doing these was to produce an authentic PEARL advert for my 1:24 LT Fleetline the twits did PEARL instead of PEARL:(
Sorry, but am I missing something here? :unsure:

[Nimrod48]

Sorry, but am I missing something here? :unsure:

Just me being cryptic Craig, the Pearl advert should have PEARL in black font...on the 1:24 Fleetline it is wrong it is in red they made the same mistake on the 1:76 version too.;)

[Craig]

Just me being cryptic Craig, the Pearl advert should have PEARL in black font...on the 1:24 Fleetline it is wrong it is in red they made the same mistake on the 1:76 version too.;)

aaah, I see now! :D ;)

[Upkeep]

A great place to browse (as you well know ;) ) and my brown paper wrapped parcel also came bound with string :)

They are such a class act, aren't they. Can't wait to order again this month. ;)

I wait until everyone's left the house before I invoke those features :LOL:

Sounds like more fun than the Dams Lanc. :D

/U

[Hornchurch]

`


Hornchurch I am experimenting with Photoshop with a view to making my own.

Here are some examples overlaid on the 1:24 RT


http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF0002copy.jpg


While most of these are in period for the RT I think only the PEARL advert would be OK for the RM.

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Nimrod, cheers for the reply & your endeavour to create suitable ad's

I'm hoping I've deleted the other pix you had & left the 'Pearl' picture/example intact for this post (?)

Like you said = that 'Pearl' assurance advert is ENTIRELY suitable for a late 1970's R.M. = as before I gained my driving-licence I used to get to my Girlfriend's house using a No.86 or 193 (L.T.) 'Routemaster' & whilst waiting (forever !) at the bus-stop, the HUGE advertisment-hoarding opposite between the Pub & the Church was invariably displaying THAT EXACT same "Pearl" assurance advert ! (seeing that ad' is like a time-capsule !)

If you actually DO progress to making successful adv' decals, gimme a shout !


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[smartd]

With the interest in buses, thought I show a link to the Canadian Public Transit Discussion Board. Some of you may enjoy it.


http://www.cptdb.ca/index.php?act=idx

[Nimrod48]

With the interest in buses, thought I show a link to the Canadian Public Transit Discussion Board. Some of you may enjoy it.


http://www.cptdb.ca/index.php?act=idx

Thanks for the link smartd :cool

[Nimrod48]

While this is not a recent purchase today is only the second time I have had the model out of the box.
It is a hand built resin model manufactured to order by a model company in Russia the St Petersburg Tram Company.
My example is number 3 out of a production run of 10, it is shown sans pickup poles, mirrors & safety rails between the front & rear wheels which will be added when safely in a display case.

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF0007-1.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF0005-3.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF0004.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF0002.jpg

[Agent X20]

.. would that be your pride and joy then..? :) like the one thing you would rescue from Nimrod mansions....?

[dilligafocau]

While this is not a recent purchase today is only the second time I have had the model out of the box.
It is a hand built resin model manufactured to order by a model company in Russia the St Petersburg Tram Company.
My example is number 3 out of a production run of 10, it is shown sans pickup poles, mirrors & safety rails between the front & rear wheels which will be added when safely in a display case.



Looks great Nimrod and nice detail for 1/43, I would have thought it was a larger scale.

Is there much interior detail?, I have a Corgi 1/76 Trolleybus (somewhere ;) )
that looks ok but certainly lacks the finer detail of this example :cool

[Davidte2007]

:) Terminus...:D Love them Bus, Chaps :cool ;)

[Nimrod48]

.. would that be your pride and joy then..? :) like the one thing you would rescue from Nimrod mansions....?

Indeed it would Agent I always make sure I know exactly where this model is along with its stablemate a 1946 liveried LT Feltham type tram from SPTC;)

[Nimrod48]

Looks great Nimrod and nice detail for 1/43, I would have thought it was a larger scale.

Is there much interior detail?, I have a Corgi 1/76 Trolleybus (somewhere ;) )
that looks ok but certainly lacks the finer detail of this example :cool

Yes dilli the detail is all there down to the correct pattern seat fabric, several livery options were available at one time from the mid 30s onwards including a couple of war time liveries with silver roof, I believe the E3/HR2 type LT tram is the next LT model but there is no indication as to when orders will be accepted but with a projected price of around £500+ it is a pipe dream for me.......unless I insure Mrs N against throwing herself in the river with concrete boots on;)

[Agent X20]

..unless I insure Mrs N against throwing herself in the river with concrete boots on;) You will need an IFA then.... :cool: .. as you must ensure that you get the right concrete boots..:LOL:

[Nimrod48]

You will need an IFA then.... :cool: .. as you must ensure that you get the right concrete boots..:LOL:

You have a point Agent after all nothing is too good for Mrs N:D

[Nimrod48]

The latest in the Minichmps line of classic road bikes this 1:12 scale model is of the 1969 Kawasaki Mach III (European spec.)
It is a 500cc air cooled two stroke triple with oil injection (as opposed to premix) & solid state CDI ignition firing anular surface gap plugs.
Designed primarily for the US market it was long on performance but lean on handling & road holding,
The bike made its British debut in early (April-ish) 1969 with a list price of £420 a 650cc Triumph Bonneville would set you back a mere £360.

Although only 500cc it is a superbike when judged on its manic (for 1969) performance a standing start quarter mile evaporated in 12.4 seconds with a terminal speed of 100mph.
Top speed was 120mph & a gallon of 2star disapeared every 15-20 miles if the howl handle was used in anger.
The model its self is a very good representation of the real thing my only gripe is that the rear brake cable is too short & is as tight as a bow string where as the real item goes in a graceful arc to the pedal ….that will be sorted when I can find some suitable silver grey wire.

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF00041copy.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF0003copy-2.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF0002copy-2.jpg

[Upkeep]

With the interest in buses, thought I show a link to the Canadian Public Transit Discussion Board. Some of you may enjoy it.


http://www.cptdb.ca/index.php?act=idx

Yes -- thanx! Quite interesting, actually!

/U

[Upkeep]

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF0002.jpg

Simply a magnificent model of an outstanding bus design, IMPO! I too would have taken that for a much larger scale. It truly is amazing how impressive this is for 1:43.

I have seen that site in the past so I figure you forked over a fair bit of coin for that one, eh? Worth it in my estimation!

Are you going to tantalize us with a short or two of the inside?

Again -- magnificent!

/U

[Nimrod48]

Simply a magnificent model of an outstanding bus design, IMPO! I too would have taken that for a much larger scale. It truly is amazing how impressive this is for 1:43.

I have seen that site in the past so I figure you forked over a fair bit of coin for that one, eh? Worth it in my estimation!

Are you going to tantalize us with a short or two of the inside?

Again -- magnificent!

/U

I will have a try Upkeep as for the price it was £380 when I ordered mine in April 2006 (now around £450), you order the model to your spec (garage codes, route number,year) pay for the model & wait between 6-18 months for delivery.
My original order got lost in the post:eek: so had to wait a further 3 months but it was worth it the pics hardly do it justice.

[Upkeep]

I will have a try Upkeep as for the price it was £380 when I ordered mine in April 2006 (now around £450), you order the model to your spec (garage codes, route number,year) pay for the model & wait between 6-18 months for delivery.
My original order got lost in the post:eek: so had to wait a further 3 months but it was worth it the pics hardly do it justice.

Well, some lucky s*d got a spiffing model bus, eh what? :eek::D

Yes -- I realized these were quite dear from when I looked at the website last year, but what I didn't realize was the lead times. :eek: That is quite considerable, but then again -- hand made -- it shouldn't surprise me. ;) Absolutely great stuff.

/U

[dilligafocau]

The latest in the Minichmps line of classic road bikes this 1:12 scale model is of the 1969 Kawasaki Mach III (European spec.)
It is a 500cc air cooled two stroke triple with oil injection (as opposed to premix) & solid state CDI ignition firing anular surface gap plugs.
Designed primarily for the US market it was long on performance but lean on handling & road holding,
The bike made its British debut in early (April-ish) 1969 with a list price of £420 a 650cc Triumph Bonneville would set you back a mere £360.

Although only 500cc it is a superbike when judged on its manic (for 1969) performance a standing start quarter mile evaporated in 12.4 seconds with a terminal speed of 100mph.
Top speed was 120mph & a gallon of 2star disapeared every 15-20 miles if the howl handle was used in anger.
The model its self is a very good representation of the real thing my only gripe is that the rear brake cable is too short & is as tight as a bow string where as the real item goes in a graceful arc to the pedal ….that will be sorted when I can find some suitable silver grey wire.

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF00041copy.jpg



Wow, how good does that look...looks like a real one :cool:

Ive not seen many of these, though I nearly bought a cheap one in early '80's. I opted for a more civilised GS750D Suzuki instead ;)

[Nimrod48]

Wow, how good does that look...looks like a real one :cool:

Ive not seen many of these, though I nearly bought a cheap one in early '80's. I opted for a more civilised GS750D Suzuki instead ;)

Always wanted this particular version of the Mach lll dilli, but Kawasakis were very rare in the UK at the time, Kawasaki UK was not set up until around 1971/2.
The UK importer of the Mach lll in 1969 was Reads of Leytonstone it certainly was a beast of a bike...the Hannibal Lecter of the biking world.

[Upkeep]

Wow, how good does that look...looks like a real one :cool:

Ive not seen many of these, though I nearly bought a cheap one in early '80's. I opted for a more civilised GS750D Suzuki instead ;)

It does look awfully real, doesn't it. :unsure: Spooky.

I wonder if that firm does Mr. Hawny's moto? I think he said it was a 1979 Suzuki GS.1000-E. If so, I think Mr. HC would get a kick out of having a diecast of his 'old faithful', eh?

http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm82/upkeep/add-ons/avatar652_7.jpg

If it was me, I sure would! :D

/U

[Cardinal]

The model its self is a very good representation of the real thing my only gripe is that the rear brake cable is too short & is as tight as a bow string where as the real item goes in a graceful arc to the pedal ….that will be sorted when I can find some suitable silver grey wire.

Some 'beading-wire' from a craft/sewing shop should work perfecly for this purpose as it is coated with a fine plastic that is not noticeable but will provide the effect you're looking for (also works exceptionally well for aircraft antennae wire given that it comes in various thicknesses) :cool:.

[Upkeep]

Some 'beading-wire' from a craft/sewing shop should work perfecly for this purpose as it is coated with a fine plastic that is not noticeable but will provide the effect you're looking for (also works exceptionally well for aircraft antennae wire given that it comes in various thicknesses) :cool:.

Thanx for the solid tip. I often wondered where I could get that sort of thing from and what it is called. Got one of those places just around the corner!

/U

[CFBC]

The latest in the Minichmps line of classic road bikes this 1:12 scale model is of the 1969 Kawasaki Mach III (European spec.)
It is a 500cc air cooled two stroke triple with oil injection (as opposed to premix) & solid state CDI ignition firing anular surface gap plugs.
Designed primarily for the US market it was long on performance but lean on handling & road holding,
The bike made its British debut in early (April-ish) 1969 with a list price of £420 a 650cc Triumph Bonneville would set you back a mere £360.

Although only 500cc it is a superbike when judged on its manic (for 1969) performance a standing start quarter mile evaporated in 12.4 seconds with a terminal speed of 100mph.
Top speed was 120mph & a gallon of 2star disapeared every 15-20 miles if the howl handle was used in anger.
The model its self is a very good representation of the real thing my only gripe is that the rear brake cable is too short & is as tight as a bow string where as the real item goes in a graceful arc to the pedal ….that will be sorted when I can find some suitable silver grey wire.

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF00041copy.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF0003copy-2.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF0002copy-2.jpg

Now that IS nice.... My ole man used to have a few Kawasaki motorbike shops and I do remember these (just)... Well :cool

[Hornchurch]

Now that IS nice.... My ole man used to have a few Kawasaki motorbike shops and I do remember these (just)... Well :cool



Always wanted this particular version of the Mach lll dilli, but Kawasakis were very rare in the UK at the time, Kawasaki UK was not set up until around 1971/2.
The UK importer of the Mach lll in 1969 was Reads of Leytonstone it certainly was a beast of a bike....



Wow, how good does that look...looks like a real one :cool:

Ive not seen many of these, though I nearly bought a cheap one in early '80's.

I opted for a more civilised GS750D Suzuki instead ;)



It does look awfully real, doesn't it. :unsure: Spooky.

I wonder if that firm does Mr. Hawny's moto?

I think he said it was a 1979 Suzuki GS.1000-E.

If so, I think Mr. HC would get a kick out of having a diecast of his 'old faithful', eh?

http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm82/upkeep/add-ons/avatar652_7.jpg

/U`


:D You AIN'T wrong there Dr./U. ;)

1st-off, I Must congratulate you Dr./U on your exceptional memory....(evidently not clouded by Beer when posting, eh ? ;)

You're 100% "on the mark", as she is indeed a 1979 Suzuki GS.1000-E

It's basically the biggest (at the time) in the classic 'GS' range that dominated Suzuki's 4-stroke line-up in the late 1970's-thru to early 1980's when they were (at 1st) 'supplemented' by the ('new') 'GSX' range, which eventually morphed into the GSX-R's

My GS.1000-E was the "bigger-brother" of dill's (superb) GS.750, which was my cheif "accquisition" target as a 17-year old !!!!!!!!!!:D :D :cool :cool

The last time I took her (& the wife) to RAF-Bentwaters (whilst the USAF were still in possesion), I had a couple of Police-Officers who were (literally) salivating all-over it & one even offered to buy it off of me....(no-chance), saying it was THE best GS-Thou' they'd ever seen.

Well, I kept it & it's still outside my bedroom now, as we speak...(or, WAS, last-time I looked !!!!!!!!!)


Jeez, you fellas must be psychic ? :D

Regarding that 'Kawasaki 2-stroke Triple' model you guys posted/discussed..

Only 12 hours before reading this thread, I downloaded the picture of a GORGEOUS Kawasaki Triple (the KH.400, the 'civilised' 2-stroke alternative to the model in question) that has just been restored & was SOLD within this last month, for £ 2,200

The early-versions (400) had the same/similar scheme to the model you guys posted, as my mate had a 250.S.1 in almost identical scheme.

Evidently, these things DO SELL quite readily now, as us "Elder-Statesmen" like to "hark back to our youth" (although in my case, it was hardly a "Retro" purchase, as I've owned that same GS.1000-E (the one in my avatar) since April 1988, when she had a mere 8,000 miles on the clock.

But these "Real" bikes (like the models) fetch sensible money now, as many older bikers don't want a plastic-missile, but, like a nostalgia-trip, something that "harks back" to their youth !!!!!!!!!!!!!

Check out the Candy Cinnamon Pink paintwork on this (restored) Kawasaki KH.400 Triple

I had to lay kitchen-roll across my keyboard, as I was salivating so much......

The lucky owner WILL be having fun this-summer, PROVIDING the middle-cylinder don't "Go-West" !!!!!!!!!!!!

Yeah, bring-on some MORE "Classic" Retro diecast bikes, for real !!!!!!!!

p.s. Glad to see this thread SO buoyant

Here's that GORGEOUS Cinnamon late '70's Kawasaki KH.400

.....& yes, "IT'S REAL" & not a model = JUST CLICK FOR FULL-SIZED PIC' ;)

14774

[Upkeep]

:D You AIN'T wrong there Dr./U. ;)

1st-off, I Must congratulate you Dr./U on your exceptional memory

Thanx, mate, but it's really not too hard when you remember where certain bits are. ;)

....(evidently not clouded by Beer when posting, eh ? ;)

Never. I keep the two very separate (although it may not sound like it at times!:D;)).

You're 100% "on the mark", as she is indeed a 1979 Suzuki GS.1000-E

If I was you, I'd be looking for a stunning diecast of it for posterity sake. But that's just me . . . I'll be getting me coat now . . . off to me local . . .:unsure:

/U :D;)

[Nimrod48]

Some 'beading-wire' from a craft/sewing shop should work perfecly for this purpose as it is coated with a fine plastic that is not noticeable but will provide the effect you're looking for (also works exceptionally well for aircraft antennae wire given that it comes in various thicknesses) :cool:.

Thanks for the tip Cardinal ;)

[Nimrod48]

`


:D You AIN'T wrong there Dr./U. ;)

1st-off, I Must congratulate you Dr./U on your exceptional memory....(evidently not clouded by Beer when posting, eh ? ;)

You're 100% "on the mark", as she is indeed a 1979 Suzuki GS.1000-E

It's basically the biggest (at the time) in the classic 'GS' range that dominated Suzuki's 4-stroke line-up in the late 1970's-thru to early 1980's when they were (at 1st) 'supplemented' by the ('new') 'GSX' range, which eventually morphed into the GSX-R's

My GS.1000-E was the "bigger-brother" of dill's (superb) GS.750, which was my cheif "accquisition" target as a 17-year old !!!!!!!!!!:D :D :cool :cool

The last time I took her (& the wife) to RAF-Bentwaters (whilst the USAF were still in possesion), I had a couple of Police-Officers who were (literally) salivating all-over it & one even offered to buy it off of me....(no-chance), saying it was THE best GS-Thou' they'd ever seen.

Well, I kept it & it's still outside my bedroom now, as we speak...(or, WAS, last-time I looked !!!!!!!!!)


Jeez, you fellas must be psychic ? :D

Regarding that 'Kawasaki 2-stroke Triple' model you guys posted/discussed..

Only 12 hours before reading this thread, I downloaded the picture of a GORGEOUS Kawasaki Triple (the KH.400, the 'civilised' 2-stroke alternative to the model in question) that has just been restored & was SOLD within this last month, for £ 2,200

The early-versions (400) had the same/similar scheme to the model you guys posted, as my mate had a 250.S.1 in almost identical scheme.

Evidently, these things DO SELL quite readily now, as us "Elder-Statesmen" like to "hark back to our youth" (although in my case, it was hardly a "Retro" purchase, as I've owned that same GS.1000-E (the one in my avatar) since April 1988, when she had a mere 8,000 miles on the clock.

But these "Real" bikes (like the models) fetch sensible money now, as many older bikers don't want a plastic-missile, but, like a nostalgia-trip, something that "harks back" to their youth !!!!!!!!!!!!!

Check out the Candy Cinnamon Pink paintwork on this (restored) Kawasaki KH.400 Triple

I had to lay kitchen-roll across my keyboard, as I was salivating so much......

The lucky owner WILL be having fun this-summer, PROVIDING the middle-cylinder don't "Go-West" !!!!!!!!!!!!

Yeah, bring-on some MORE "Classic" Retro diecast bikes, for real !!!!!!!!

p.s. Glad to see this thread SO buoyant

Here's that GORGEOUS Cinnamon late '70's Kawasaki KH.400

.....& yes, "IT'S REAL" & not a model = JUST CLICK FOR FULL-SIZED PIC' ;)

14774

There certainly is a market for both real & model classic bikes in particular the big Kawasakis like the Z1 & KH750, there is a company in Shropshire that specialises in rebuilding classic Japanese bikes...a fully rebuilt/restored Z1 costing anything from £15000-£20000 check out the link.
http://www.classicbikes.co.uk/about.html

[Upkeep]

There certainly is a market for both real & model classic bikes in particular the big Kawasakis like the Z1 & KH750, there is a company in Shropshire that specialises in rebuilding classic Japanese bikes...a fully rebuilt/restored Z1 costing anything from £15000-£20000 check out the link.
http://www.classicbikes.co.uk/about.html

Mmmmm . . . like the Jags best!! ;):D

/U

[Nimrod48]

Mmmmm . . . like the Jags best!! ;):D

/U

Cages on the whole do not float my boat but an XKE120 has real class.....just like a Z1.;) :)

[dilligafocau]

This is the only 'Roller' I'll ever get close to owning, its the PE FAB1.....of course :rolleyes:

Have had this one a while (before the price plummeted), looks/feels more like a well made pre-pro than the final production model, quite heavy too as it's made mainly from resin.

The Canopy is probably the nastiest bit, made from clear plastic only a bit thicker than the stuff that come in toy's window boxes. When I find the original box I'll add the twin aerials and spare 'Spirit of Ecstasy' contained therein (I hope :unsure: )

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/IMG_5285.jpg
http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/IMG_5287.jpg

[minter]

Agent and Mrs Agent ?

[dilligafocau]

Agent and Mrs Agent ?


Just a leisurely drive in the country....no strings attached :D

[Upkeep]

Just a leisurely drive in the country....no strings attached :D

:LOL::LOL::LOL::LOL: Priceless!

/U :D

[Nimrod48]

I want a 1:1 Lady Penelope with no strings attached :D

[dilligafocau]

I want a 1:1 Lady Penelope with no strings attached :D

You have'nt been watching that scene from Team America World Police again......have you Nim ?? :eek: :LOL:

[Nimrod48]

You have'nt been watching that scene from Team America World Police again......have you Nim ?? :eek: :LOL:

Not familiar with that dilli... do tell :D

[Cardinal]

Not familiar with that dilli... do tell :D

You're at risk of some serious psychological scarring ... :D :LOL:

[dilligafocau]

You're at risk of some serious psychological scarring ... :D :LOL:

Especially in the uncut version :eek: :LOL:

[KO-B]

I've often mentioned that I came to diecast aviation collecting via the world of model cars - a 20 year obsession that certainly prepared me for the shift in focus to things with wings. Indeed, the sale of some of the cars (and I had rather a lot:o ) helped fund my earliest aircraft purchases.

However, there are very many models I'll never part with - too much sentimental value, not to mention that some of them will be pretty much irreplaceable now.

Here's a few I'm particularly fond of. Two decades or so ago there was very little choice when it came to diecast outside of the 'toy' companies. These are all white metal models from various small specialist manufacturers. They were fragile, expensive, but far more accurate than most of the diecast then available. I drifted away from these in the mid 1990s when the range and quality of diecast really took off. (Plus it was cheaper!;) ) Ironically the best diecast models now cost around the same as a most of these did back in 'the day'.

Sorry - no buses...;) And apologies for picture quality.:o

Western Models 1/24th scale Alfa Romeo 158 British GP 1950
http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4048/4530517033_c56da0bd7f.jpg
http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4007/4531148560_9410a4baf0.jpg

I adore the cigar bodied F1 cars of the mid to late 1960s - just very pure shapes with no aerodynamic 'clutter'.
SRC Models 1/43rd BRM P83 16 cylinder - Jackie Stewart, Belgian GP 1967
http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4039/4531148168_3ff44b530e.jpg

A 1960s Team Lotus lineup, All 1/43rd, front to back, 1967 Lotus 49 (Meri), 1965 Indy 500 winning Lotus 38, 1965 World championship winning Lotus 33, and 1962 Lotus 25. (All by SMTS).
http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4010/4531147536_2596d53cec.jpg

Meri 1/43rd Lotus Ford 49 - winner Dutch GP 1967. This one's suffering a bit unfortunately. The tyres are beginning to split, but still a gorgeous model.
http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4039/4530515011_378ece95ab.jpg

The great Jim Clark posing with the cars that took him to the 1965 F1 World Championship and the 1965 Indianapolis 500.
http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4060/4531146868_f06949f052.jpg

And a bit more recent, but equally poignant. BBR 1/43rd 1994 Williams Renault FW16 - Ayrton Senna. (Another model that's suffering a bit - the tyre decals are deteriorating badly. Nowadays they'd be printed).
http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4033/4531146214_c081a8a473.jpg
http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4025/4531145872_21c6ca9fbd.jpg

A bit different to what's usually posted here, but I hope you enjoy.:)

KO-B

[jaliya48]

Those are fantastic!

[smartd]

Very nice collection, I love the Lotus line-up.

[KO-B]

Thanks for the comments, chaps. Just a few more for you, while the light is still reasonably good.

A couple more of Chapman's finest, from the 1970s this time.
Two championship winners in 1/43rd, Fittipaldi's 1972 Lotus 72D. (SRC) and Lotus' final World Championship winner, the 1978 Lotus 79, this being the example driven by 'Superswede' Ronnie Peterson. (Western Models).
http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4060/4531817184_d2b894debd.jpg
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2781/4531818150_fcea079dbd.jpg

Now time for some 'Big Banger' sports cars, in the form of the 1971 Gulf-Porsche Le Mans lineup. This was for a long time the fastest ever Le Mans race (don't know if it still holds that record:unsure: ), won at an average speed of around 138 mph. with qualifying laps on the fast, in parts narrow public road circuit at 155 mph.:wacko: For me the Porsche 917 is one of my ultimate machines, up there with the Spit, Lanc and Mossie for the 'Cor!' factor.:LOL: It's over 40 years old now and still looks like it's doing 200 mph, even standing still. When you have a close look at a real one and realise that under that lightweight grp bodywork there's nowt to protect the driver apart from a few chassis tubes - none of todays carbon fibre composites - you realise that driving one at 230 mph in the rain takes an excess of b@lls and an absence of imagination...:eek:
On to the models, car #17 and #18 are white metal by Marsh Models - one of the best at what they do, and car #19 (which finished second in the 1971 24 Hours) is by BBR, and is resin.
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2780/4531816216_76d7f61938.jpg
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2425/4531815770_8452f9c5e9.jpg

If you look carefully, you may notice some 1/1 scale ants which had started to take an interest in proceedings...:LOL:

KO-B

[dilligafocau]

Time to get this thread back on track :LOL: Had this RT out of its box for a few months now, it's already looking like the paint on the roof is starting to fade :eek: time to open a bottle of the Meguiar's I think :rolleyes:

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/IMG_1810a.jpg

[jaliya48]

The 917 is legendary & is my favourite racing Porsche as well! (second place is the 550)

[dilligafocau]

Have'nt had a tank pic for a while :rolleyes: This is the Corgi CC59179 1/32 El Alamein Dio. Not a bad little display item, approx 4" deep. Still available for around £15 on the 'bay :)

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/IMG_1836a.jpg

[ZS-VAN]

Nice, but I think I like that Bus more! ;) :D

[Agent X20]

Presume the tank is 1D....

... and you wouldn't leave weapons in the sand.. sorry...... thats an insult.

[Cardinal]

Presume the tank is 1D....

... and you wouldn't leave weapons in the sand.. sorry...... thats an insult.

Yup, couldn't agree more ...:wacko:

[Upkeep]

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2780/4531816216_76d7f61938.jpg


I have to say, I am not into this stuff any way shape or form, but somehow I can't stop from admiring the fine art of diecast (& resin) displayed here in these 3 models. Absolutely fantastic, IMPO! Thanx for bring these out for a snap or two, KO-B!

I agree . . . 200 mph standing still. The mark of head-turning design! :cool

/U :D

[dilligafocau]

Presume the tank is 1D....

... and you wouldn't leave weapons in the sand.. sorry...... thats an insult.

Perhaps they are Italian in origin (well maybe not the sten :rolleyes: ) would that help?.....you know dropped twice......picked up once :LOL:

[Upkeep]

Time to get this thread back on track :LOL: Had this RT out of its box for a few months now, it's already looking like the paint on the roof is starting to fade :eek: time to open a bottle of the Meguiar's I think :rolleyes:

Those large scale buses are stunners. :cool Too big for me, though. (Sadly). :(

Starting to fade, Mr. Dill?? After only a couple of months? Why wouldn't you consider masking the roof and use a rattle can with the best red match you can find? :unsure:

/U

[dilligafocau]

Those large scale buses are stunners. :cool Too big for me, though. (Sadly). :(

Starting to fade, Mr. Dill?? After only a couple of months? Why wouldn't you consider masking the roof and use a rattle can with the best red match you can find? :unsure:

/U

I'll give it a very light polish 1st, fingers crossed. Paint-wise Id probably go with a grey painted roof (as some of these had) which avoids the paint matching problem.

Had a red car once, the darn thing used to fade in the moonlight :o

[Upkeep]

I'll give it a very light polish 1st, fingers crossed.

Ah, yes a polish. I never thought of that. Let's hope, eh?

Paint-wise Id probably go with a grey painted roof (as some of these had) which avoids the paint matching problem.

Perfect option to avoid any sort of paint match. ;)

Had a red car once, the darn thing used to fade in the moonlight :o

Red can be a tricky colour alright.:unsure:

/U

[sniperUK]

Oxford 1/43 RUC Land Rover 109 1957, quite a nice little model though not much different from a standard Landy,when do we get the Tangi,Hotspur ,VPK and Simba:rolleyes:

[dilligafocau]

Oxford 1/43 RUC Land Rover 109 1957, quite a nice little model though not much different from a standard Landy,when do we get the Tangi,Hotspur ,VPK and Simba:rolleyes:

Just been looking at those over at Hattons, the detail looks a step-up from the 1/76 versions which are'nt a bad little model. :)

[Aviaction]

This is for Dilli "down under".
Spacemodels Boeing 777-236 British Airways Landor in 1/36th
which if you divide the length of the real thing at 200ft the model comes in at about 6ft long :eek:
Deffo divorce proceedings territory. or my nutz. However kept it at work for a week till SWMBO was in a good mood, ie not pre-menstrual :LOL:
Still got the obvious where the F**K are you gonna put that! and I thought she was going to enquire where the batteries go? :rolleyes:

http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/Sunstar/ba77736800.jpg

Geminijets 1/400 B777 BA on top
http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/Sunstar/ba77736400800.jpg

Gemini 1/400 B777 BA for comparison.
http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/Sunstar/gj400nose800.jpg

[KO-B]

This is for Dilli "down under".
Spacemodels Boeing 777-236 British Airways Landor in 1/36th
which if you divide the length of the real thing at 200ft the model comes in at about 6ft long :eek:
Deffo divorce proceedings territory. or my nutz. However kept it at work for a week till SWMBO was in a good mood, ie not pre-menstrual :LOL:
Still got the obvious where the F**K are you gonna put that! and I thought she was going to enquire where the batteries go? :rolleyes:

Geminijets 1/400 B777 BA on top
http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/Sunstar/ba77736400800.jpg

Gemini 1/400 B777 BA for comparison.
http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/Sunstar/gj400nose800.jpg

"As negotiations break down again, BA management announce revised accomodation arrangements for cabin crew, fuelling new 'dirty tricks' claims..."
KO-B

[Upkeep]

. . . Still got the obvious where the F**K are you gonna put that! . . . :rolleyes:

http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/Sunstar/ba77736800.jpg



Mate . . . I'm a guy who loves his commercial aviation models as much as anyone on here, but even I had the same question running through my head. :eek: :LOL: :LOL: You couldn't find this in 1:72 or 1:200?? :wacko:

Regardless, it IS a magnificent model, isn't it?! :cool:

/U ;)

[dilligafocau]

'Impressive' does not even come close Avi :eek: Looks fantastic :cool:

[dilligafocau]

Im always on the lookout for scale model vehicles that can be used to dress-up a WWII era dio. Found these cheap Pocketbond Classix 1/76 models at Hattons recently, well worth the £4 each I reckon ;)

Starting closest, clockwise.......Vauxhall H-type Ten-Four Taxi, Vauxhall Ten-Four HIY, Ford E83W Thames Estate.

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/IMG_1882.jpg

Just add a period-look.......

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/IMG_1882BW.jpg

[Hornchurch]

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Love the two saloons mate, Impressive :cool


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[Nimrod48]

Im always on the lookout for scale model vehicles that can be used to dress-up a WWII era dio. Found these cheap Pocketbond Classix 1/76 models at Hattons recently, well worth the £4 each I reckon ;)

Starting closest, clockwise.......Vauxhall H-type Ten-Four Taxi, Vauxhall Ten-Four HIY, Ford E83W Thames Estate.

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/IMG_1882.jpg

Just add a period-look.......

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/IMG_1882BW.jpg

This is an excellent series of period vehicles, I have 15 so far mostly commercial vehicles in British Railways blood & custard livery & BRS Parcels Service green....I think Hornby are introducing a Scammell Scarab fuel bowser in RAF livery.;)

[KO-B]

Those look really good. I've noticed that my local model shops are getting more and more of these little 1/76th vehicles from various manufacturers, and although obviously intended as model railway accessories, I'm finding it increasingly hard to resist getting a few as a collection in their own right.
Hornby do a lovely little MG TC, which although launched postwar - just (1945) certainly wouldn't look out of place parked near an appropriate Spit or Hurri.:)

KO-B

[Wolster]

Whilst I am normally strictly a collector of things that fly I was given this as a present from our local friendly CAT dealer. Maybe I should paint it olive drab? I have asked them for a grader, asphalt layer and roller as well (well, need to build my runways properly of a weekend!)

http://i173.photobucket.com/albums/w48/wolster2002/diecast/IMG_3942.jpg

[dilligafocau]

Whilst I am normally strictly a collector of things that fly I was given this as a present from our local friendly CAT dealer. Maybe I should paint it olive drab? I have asked them for a grader, asphalt layer and roller as well (well, need to build my runways properly of a weekend!)

http://i173.photobucket.com/albums/w48/wolster2002/diecast/IMG_3942.jpg

The GM of the Q&T steel company I work for has a mounted CAT grader model sitting on a bookshelf in his office, looks quite nice ;) Might swap it for a 1:50 bus when he's not looking :D

[Nimrod48]

One of my very rare diecast purchases for this year has not long arrived, it is the 1:12 scale Minichamps 1969 Honda CB750 K0. In 1968 there had been roumors in the British motorcycling press that Honda were going to take on the British manufacturers with a 750cc twin, but within weeks of such speculation a four cylinder test bike was photographed being tested in the US.
The original K0 series of which only a few hundred were made had sand cast crankcases as Honda were not sure if the world was ready for such a machine & did not want to invest in making tooling that would never be used.
They need not have worried as motorcyclists the world over clutched it to their asphalt bosoms like no other bike in history.
It was not eclipsed in the glamour stakes until 1973 when the 900cc Kawasaki Z1made its debut.
The launch price in 1969 was around £650 an 850cc Mini was around £550 a mint CB750 K0 today like the one in the picture would be ITRO £15-£18000.
The model its self is assembled to a reasonable quality, if it were real the mirrors would give a good view of the riders elbows & the rear brake would not work as the real thing had a rod connecting the pedal to the brake whereas the model has a cable 0 out of ten for accuracy there.

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF0001-2.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF0004-1-1.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/Pic_2.jpg


http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF0005-4.jpg

[dilligafocau]

...the plot :LOL:

Added this Oxford 1/43 to a recent order, my favourite vehicle of all time....when I was in short trousers :D

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/IMG_6920.jpg

The missus has been calling me 'Mr Softee' lately....aint that sweet :o :D

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/IMG_6921.jpg

[dilligafocau]

One of my very rare diecast purchases for this year has not long arrived, it is the 1:12 scale Minichamps 1969 Honda CB750 K0. In 1968 there had been roumors in the British motorcycling press that Honda were going to take on the British manufacturers with a 750cc twin, but within weeks of such speculation a four cylinder test bike was photographed being tested in the US.
The original K0 series of which only a few hundred were made had sand cast crankcases as Honda were not sure if the world was ready for such a machine & did not want to invest in making tooling that would never be used.
They need not have worried as motorcyclists the world over clutched it to their asphalt bosoms like no other bike in history.
It was not eclipsed in the glamour stakes until 1973 when the 900cc Kawasaki Z1made its debut.
The launch price in 1969 was around £650 an 850cc Mini was around £550 a mint CB750 K0 today like the one in the picture would be ITRO £15-£18000.
The model its self is assembled to a reasonable quality, if it were real the mirrors would give a good view of the riders elbows & the rear brake would not work as the real thing had a rod connecting the pedal to the brake whereas the model has a cable 0 out of ten for accuracy there.

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF0001-2.jpg



I must have missed this post 1st time around Nimrod, I think that Honda looks great :cool: The oldest Honda I owned was a 350/4, nice and smooth its lack of grunt suited my riding level at the time.....and probably right up to the present day :o :D

[Christian]

One of my very rare diecast purchases for this year has not long arrived, it is the 1:12 scale Minichamps 1969 Honda CB750 K0. In 1968 there had been roumors in the British motorcycling press that Honda were going to take on the British manufacturers with a 750cc twin, but within weeks of such speculation a four cylinder test bike was photographed being tested in the US.
The original K0 series of which only a few hundred were made had sand cast crankcases as Honda were not sure if the world was ready for such a machine & did not want to invest in making tooling that would never be used.
They need not have worried as motorcyclists the world over clutched it to their asphalt bosoms like no other bike in history.
It was not eclipsed in the glamour stakes until 1973 when the 900cc Kawasaki Z1made its debut.
The launch price in 1969 was around £650 an 850cc Mini was around £550 a mint CB750 K0 today like the one in the picture would be ITRO £15-£18000.
The model its self is assembled to a reasonable quality, if it were real the mirrors would give a good view of the riders elbows & the rear brake would not work as the real thing had a rod connecting the pedal to the brake whereas the model has a cable 0 out of ten for accuracy there.

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/DSCF0001-2.jpg




I would like Hornchurch to see this post Nimrod. His response would be war and piece. :LOL: With triple spacing and tons and tons of punctuation. :LOL:

[Aviaction]

While acquiring the Oxford Diecast BEA RF (148th N scale) See pics elsewhere in civvie section. * but just for those who think the civvie section is akin to entering a gay chatroom :unsure:

http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/18062011/Rf_frnt.jpg

I also took a liking to their London Transport offerings.
Came across this set of five. (N scale 148th) Just had to get it. cost circa £20+ so pocket money compared to the Sunstar 1/12th offerings. Impressive detail as well.

http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/18062011/LT_set1.jpg

http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/18062011/LT_set2.jpg

http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/18062011/LT_closeup.jpg

Roll on a London Country/Greenline set. and fond memories of standing outside my friend's parents' farm, across from Fulwell Bus garage watching the Trolley Buses

[dilligafocau]

While acquiring the Oxford Diecast BEA RF (148th N scale) See pics elsewhere in civvie section. * but just for those who think the civvie section is akin to entering a gay chatroom :unsure:

http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/18062011/Rf_frnt.jpg

I also took a liking to their London Transport offerings.
Came across this set of five. (N scale 148th) Just had to get it. cost circa £20+ so pocket money compared to the Sunstar 1/12th offerings. Impressive detail as well.


http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/18062011/LT_closeup.jpg

Roll on a London Country/Greenline set. and fond memories of standing outside my friend's parents' farm, across from Fulwell Bus garage watching the Trolley Buses

Very nice detail for the scale, might pickup that set ;)

[Nimrod48]

While acquiring the Oxford Diecast BEA RF (148th N scale) See pics elsewhere in civvie section. * but just for those who think the civvie section is akin to entering a gay chatroom :unsure:

http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/18062011/Rf_frnt.jpg

I also took a liking to their London Transport offerings.
Came across this set of five. (N scale 148th) Just had to get it. cost circa £20+ so pocket money compared to the Sunstar 1/12th offerings. Impressive detail as well.

http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/18062011/LT_set1.jpg

http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/18062011/LT_set2.jpg

http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k104/aviaction/18062011/LT_closeup.jpg

Roll on a London Country/Greenline set. and fond memories of standing outside my friend's parents' farm, across from Fulwell Bus garage watching the Trolley Buses

If you want to reignite some memories look here :cool: http://www.trolleybus.net/

[dilligafocau]

Coming soon from Sun Star.....1/12 Royal Mail Mini Van.

http://www.sunstartoys.com/5316/image/image0.jpg http://www.sunstartoys.com/5316/image/image1.jpg http://www.sunstartoys.com/5316/image/image2.jpg http://www.sunstartoys.com/5316/image/image6.jpg

Just need them to do a London Fire Brigade and a Police one and I'll be set ;)

[Nimrod48]

Coming soon from Sun Star.....1/12 Royal Mail Mini Van.

http://www.sunstartoys.com/5316/image/image0.jpg http://www.sunstartoys.com/5316/image/image1.jpg http://www.sunstartoys.com/5316/image/image2.jpg http://www.sunstartoys.com/5316/image/image6.jpg

Just need them to do a London Fire Brigade and a Police one and I'll be set ;)

That does look good I was looking at the Sun Star 1:12 Mini today & was very impressed but there is a new 1:24 London Country RT out & that is where my money will go.

[PanzerJohn]

How about the Minchamps 1/6th one, even got a tool roll under the seat and a spare ignition key!

http://img856.imageshack.us/img856/2535/jdg1868.jpg

http://img15.imageshack.us/img15/2334/jdg1873.jpg

http://img62.imageshack.us/img62/9573/jdg1871.jpg

I've also got the Kawa Z2 and Z1

http://img828.imageshack.us/img828/1082/jdg1079copy.jpg

http://img24.imageshack.us/img24/2885/jdg8091copy.jpg

in both scales!

http://img155.imageshack.us/img155/4641/jdg1088copy.jpg

[Nimrod48]

The 1:6 CB750 looks superb I hope they got the rear brake operation right on it, the 1:12 version has a cable where in fact it should be a rod:rolleyes:
The big Kwacker is a beauty too ... I am waiting for a 1:6 Suzuki GT750 & CBX1000 :cool

[dilligafocau]

How about the Minchamps 1/6th one, even got a tool roll under the seat and a spare ignition key!

http://img856.imageshack.us/img856/2535/jdg1868.jpg

I've also got the Kawa Z2 and Z1

in both scales!

http://img155.imageshack.us/img155/4641/jdg1088copy.jpg

I love these bikes :cool: , only have the one Autoart 1/12 Katana and a 1/24 Wayne Gardner NSR500 myself :o

[dilligafocau]

That does look good I was looking at the Sun Star 1:12 Mini today & was very impressed but there is a new 1:24 London Country RT out & that is where my money will go.

Just when you think the mould is finish..............I see Modelzone have commissioned a Sun Star Routemaster

http://www.modelzone.co.uk/modelzone-exclusive-rm-1485485-clt-bus.html

[Nimrod48]

Just when you think the mould is finish..............I see Modelzone have commissioned a Sun Star Routemaster

http://www.modelzone.co.uk/modelzone-exclusive-rm-1485485-clt-bus.html

I cant see that selling very well Dilli even with a small run of 639 pieces, I have the original RM coach & IMHO it is the least impressive of the RM issues.

[Nimrod48]

On a trip to Windermere yesterday I wondered into Atkinsons the toy shop in the hope of treating myself to something from their die cast selection.
They used to be Corgi Gold Star stockists but shock horror it appears that their days of selling adult collectables are at an end.

Only two planes remained from the Corgi range AA33605 Tiger Meet Tornado
@ £9.99 & a AA35103 USAF Thailand Super Connie @£9.99.
Neither were of interest to me so I looked at a modest selection of HM offerings most were WWll US Navy Avengers & Hellcats all @ £9.99
plus three Mirages in Desert Storm camo @£9.99 & a Saudi version @ £15
plus an Egyptian MiG @ £4.99 nothing for me there even at those prices.

On my way out I passed the kids farm toys & among them was a Universal Hobbies 1:16 1948 Fordson Major E27N I have been after one for three years but at around £50+p&p I held off.
My capture yesterday was in an unopened carton & cost me £25 sadly they only had the one ...these are getting hard to find & invariably are over £50+p&p.

I remember the farmer using an E27N to power his saw ... his timber yard backed on to our cottage ... the heady aroma of TVO brings back vivid memories of those days.

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/e0225a65.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/5d5a4d8b.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/d72867d8.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/2fa18c53.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/dbf4c4ed.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/bce7c8c1.jpg

[Nimrod48]

This 1948 RT 597 arrived this morning & it is quit a rare beast only one Model Zone shop out of four that I went into had it in stock & that example was damaged so thank you Time Tunnel for coming up trumps. My example is number 234 of 768 made, the quality is typical Sun Star ...overall it looks great but slight niggles here & there like bowed hand rail on the rear platform, masking of paint could be better in places & very small inclusions in the casting near the upper deck front windows ... all fixable but I wish I didn't have to.

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/553895ce.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/78328636.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/29d3da7c.jpg

[Upkeep]

That bus is a beauty!!

It looks so close to the real thing with all that wonderful detail. (niggles not noticeable). Your photos of it with the brick wall behind really adds flavour and charm, Mr. Nimrod. http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm82/upkeep/add-ons/thmbs_up2.png

Exquisite!! :cool

I have to add that the Fordson is a charmer too, but I'm really drawn in by that RT. (I only wish I had the room . . . :()

/U :)

[Nimrod48]

That bus is a beauty!!

It looks so close to the real thing with all that wonderful detail. (niggles not noticeable). Your photos of it with the brick wall behind really adds flavour and charm, Mr. Nimrod. http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm82/upkeep/add-ons/thmbs_up2.png

Exquisite!! :cool

I have to add that the Fordson is a charmer too, but I'm really drawn in by that RT. (I only wish I had the room . . . :()

/U :)

Thanks Upkeep overall it is a cracking model only let down by the usual Sun Star variable quality control .. this particular run seems to have had its fair share of quality issues ...I asked the dealer to inspect the model before sending it he had two in stock the other one he told me had a big scratch on it when he opened up the box.
I have a British Railways Bedford OB on order too I just hope the quality has not dropped on those.

[dilligafocau]

That does look very nice Nimrod :cool:

Last two RT's I received, one had the hand rail missing, the other had the partition (next to the platform) rolling around inside it :wacko:

The next Sun Star model Im looking at is the 1/12 Morris Mini Van ;)

[Nimrod48]

That does look very nice Nimrod :cool:

Last two RT's I received, one had the hand rail missing, the other had the partition (next to the platform) rolling around inside it :wacko:

The next Sun Star model Im looking at is the 1/12 Morris Mini Van ;)

I am so tempted by the Minis dilli but I am having trouble keeping up with the bus releases :( a few weeks ago I went to pick up this model from Model Zone in Birmingham they had reserved their only one for me.
When I looked at it in the shop one of the upper deck widow winders was on the platform floor .. an 80 mile round trip for nothing :mad: the Q A department at Sun Star must be on permanent holiday ...buying them via mail order is too much like Russian Roulette :rolleyes:

[dilligafocau]

Taking Sun Star, info this RM just landed in my inbox. Surely one of these will be joining Nimrod's collection :D


http://www.diecastlegends.com/Images/Products/XLarge_Images/SS2916_1.jpg


http://www.sunstartoys.com/2916/2916.htm

[Nimrod48]

Taking Sun Star, info this RM just landed in my inbox. Surely one of these will be joining Nimrod's collection :D


http://www.diecastlegends.com/Images/Products/XLarge_Images/SS2916_1.jpg


http://www.sunstartoys.com/2916/2916.htm

When I first saw this model it had me scratching my head WHO is going to buy a PINK bus? I think just 500 have been made
but even at that level I am sure they will hang around for many months.
I am sure that when they go sub £60 many will be stripped & re-liveried
I quite fancy one in Mansfield & District livery ... I wonder if they have any pink blanks back at the factory it doesn't take a great leap of imagination to see another
marketing opportunity there .......

[dilligafocau]

I blame being born in the 60's for this one, always thought it was a cool car :)

Hot Wheels 1/18 1966 Batmobile

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/1966Batmobile.jpg

[highnoon1966]

I blame being born in the 60's for this one, always thought it was a cool car :)

Hot Wheels 1/18 1966 Batmobile

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/1966Batmobile.jpg

Your not wrong there, got to be one of the coolest and most iconic TV cars ever :cool

http://i637.photobucket.com/albums/uu97/highnoon1966/untitled.png

[Nimrod48]

I blame being born in the 60's for this one, always thought it was a cool car :)

Hot Wheels 1/18 1966 Batmobile

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/1966Batmobile.jpg

I am sure my kid brother had this exact model:)

[dilligafocau]

Your not wrong there, got to be one of the coolest and most iconic TV cars ever :cool


I think Mattel have done this car some justice with this model, what looks like white paint on the grille is actually a peak at the chrome engine behind the mesh grille. There is a 1/43 version too, roughly the same size as the original Corgi one.

I am sure my kid brother had this exact model:)

If it was bought 'back in the day' it would probably be the Corgi version, a mint one costs a Mint to buy these days.

Have another iconic 1/18 in the post, Corgi did a version of this one too I believe they sold a gazillion of them back in the '60's, they probably still have the franchise.

http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-WUDPDLQtkWY/TiTtC8DVkYI/AAAAAAAAAlg/T-Tok9RZvF4/s400/Corgi-James-Bond-Aston-DB5-261-Detail.jpg

[dilligafocau]

With nil winged subjects around to tempt me atm, I thought these looked interesting (then again, I would:rolleyes: ) 1/43 007 DB5 in a mini diorama box, part of a magazine series I can't remember. Better detail than Corgi's effort and not too bad for a 5iver I think :)

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/IMG_7053a.jpg

[Fred Davis]

How about the Minchamps 1/6th one, even got a tool roll under the seat and a spare ignition key!

http://img856.imageshack.us/img856/2535/jdg1868.jpg

http://img15.imageshack.us/img15/2334/jdg1873.jpg

http://img62.imageshack.us/img62/9573/jdg1871.jpg

I've also got the Kawa Z2 and Z1

http://img828.imageshack.us/img828/1082/jdg1079copy.jpg

http://img24.imageshack.us/img24/2885/jdg8091copy.jpg

in both scales!

http://img155.imageshack.us/img155/4641/jdg1088copy.jpg

That 1:6 bike is astounding...How large is it?

[Nimrod48]

My Christmas present to myself arrived this morning the Sun Star 1:24 Bedford OB in British Railways livery 1949. It is quite a low production run
too the certificate says mine is 139 of 638 I guess the original vehicle must be preserved somewhere as Sun Star have incorporated a modern Green First Aid box inside the drivers door.

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/1301b305.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/22c08922.jpg

http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww304/Nimrod48/95fe275b.jpg

[dilligafocau]

21st Century's 1/32 Shangri-La Mustang, comes with closed/open canopy, no pilot and extra long u/c :rolleyes:

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/IMG_7194.jpg

[PanzerJohn]

21st Century's 1/32 Shangri-La Mustang, comes with closed/open canopy, no pilot and extra long u/c :rolleyes:

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/IMG_7194.jpg

Thats really nice, some 21st cent planes are going for big money now they are out of production.

[dilligafocau]

Thats really nice, some 21st cent planes are going for big money now they are out of production.

This one is a recent release (currently on sale at the Mule), the new company is called Algo although it still says 21st Century on the box ;)

[Garethster]

Great pic Dilli! :cool How much of the model is plastic, and how much assembly required? :)

[ZS-VAN]

Very nice pic Dilli. Maybe it's got them long legs to help those tanks clear the deck. :LOL: I have a few of these, basically gap fillers for what Corgi didn't do in 1/32. Assembly normally just requires the wings being attached to the fuselage.

PS Nice bus Nimrod. ;)

[dilligafocau]

Great pic Dilli! :cool How much of the model is plastic, and how much assembly required? :)

All placcy mate, as ZS-Van mentioned you just need to snap the wings (one piece) on the fuselage and tanks into place on the wings.

Hardest part was untieing the four twist ties that secures the lot down in the box :)

[Garethster]

All placcy mate, as ZS-Van mentioned you just need to snap the wings (one piece) on the fuselage and tanks into place on the wings.

Hardest part was untieing the four twist ties that secures the lot down in the box :)

Looks great considering it's all plastique - good gap filler :)

[Nimrod48]

Funny lookin bus/bike /car:D

[dilligafocau]

Funny lookin bus/bike /car:D

The pilot caught a bus to the airfield once, so I though it should qualify :D

[dilligafocau]

Still one or two of these about, this one came from Comet Miniatures who are located in a part of London not unfamilar to me ;)

Bit of an HDR type effect added for a touch of the surreal
http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/IMG_8360.jpg

[dilligafocau]

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/IMG_8364.jpg

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/IMG_8365.jpg

[dilligafocau]

http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff93/dilligafocau/IMG_8363a.jpg

[Davidte2007]

:) We are watching you Earth-Man ;)