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more fun cars..........PICS by Franck Mazeas #26341

Adding one more large one..............pic by Kevin Pyle #26340

very nice...I want that one in 1/24 scale (EOM) by Franck Mazeas #26340.1

Muscle car fans ........... listen up. by John Black #26339

Here is a link to the site............ by John Bono #26339.1

Wish I lived in Florida. I'd love to meet others at this museum. by Bob Arthur #26339.2

John, I've been hoping for a Florida get-together... by Patty Henderson #26339.3

1:1 PIC: Found this one at a local cruise night………… by John Bono #26338

Love to have that one in my garage. (EOM) by Dan Vincent #26338.1

Unbelievable! Wow! What a beautiful car! Fabulous color! (EOM) by Randy Charles #26338.2

Someone has put some TLC all over that one ! (EOM) by Kevin Pyle #26338.3

Very, very nice! by Ralph Regalbuto #26338.4

What are the three buttons on the drivers side floor. One is headlight dimmer what are the others? (EOM) by Bill Juffernbruch #26338.5

EldoRod Cadillac by Bruce Vaught #26337

Latest Rumor... DM... (Pic)... by Ed Stutz #26336

It's not a rumor. DM rep said it's coming but the color is unknown. (EOM) by Douglas Ford #26336.1

A 1957-58 Plymouth Belvedere? (EOM) by Lawrence Kalfayan #26336.2

All I see is a red x (EOM) by Richard Ware #26336.3

1959 Chevrolet hardtop, Danbury Mint by dennis mcauley #26335

I don't think they used the cv body look at the trunk lid vs window. TFM's Cad is wrong on the top by David Hosea #26335.1

I don't see any issue with it compared to the 1:1. Looks pretty much spot on. (EOM) by Gene Mills #26335.1.1

Compare it to the '59 Impala Convertible and you will see by John Luthi #26335.2

No, DM did that with the 60 ht. They did the 59's correctly. The trunk lid by Douglas Ford #26335.3

Off subject Doug, but did you get the 1/43 scale 1979 by Bob Jackman #26335.3.1

I did. They do look great considering the scale. Now if only someone would do it in 1:24. (EOM) by Douglas Ford #26335.3.1.1

I don't think so. by Larry Hooper #26335.4

Ther roofline looks right to me...I only wish that they had tutoned by Bob Jackman #26335.4.1

It's Perfect!!! I have the car and it is SPOT on!!! (EOM) by paul hettick #26335.5

Right Paul. I see no problems with it. (EOM) by Douglas Ford #26335.5.1

Mine in perfect....don't see any problem. Owned a 1:1 in the day...and this is right on target. (EOM) by Alan Frank #26335.6

Is TFM going to do the 08 Indy E85 Pace car? Greenlight did one w/o light bar for $100. (EOM) by David Hosea #26334

Every year I buy a Greenlight pace car and then FM by Bob Jackman #26334.1

Did you buy 2 so I can buy the coupe E85 from you? They say there were only 507 of them. by David Hosea #26334.1.1

Does anyone have an Ala Kart they would like to trade me by Chris Kuyava #26333

Doesn't DM still have this available? Or are you just wanting to trade? (EOM) by Bob Arthur #26333.1

Yep, just want to trade. (EOM) by Chris Kuyava #26333.1.1

Take a tour... by Dallas Smith #26332

Great site........ Awesome collection of wheels (EOM) by Tom Ciryak #26332.1

Question: What percentage of your collection would you consider perfect w/o any QC or damage issues? (EOM) by Marlowe Johnson #26331

To my untrained eye.......90% (EOM) by Tom Ciryak #26331.1

Only 70%, as I bought a lot second hand. (EOM) by Jeremy Benjamin #26331.2

98% lots are new in the box as i am remodling and have not rebuilt my display area (EOM) by Walter kramer #26331.3

60% to 70% (EOM) by Randy Charles #26331.4

90% plus........... (EOM) by Jerry Gorsuch #26331.4.1

Interesting question...100% for 1/24 scale...80% in 1/18...and 80% in 1/16 (EOM) by Bryan Miranda #26331.5

Bob Jackman - A great guy! by dennis mcauley #26330

Thanks Dennis. Always try to help a fellow collector. by Bob Jackman #26330.1

Is the market crashing on diecast cars? by Whitney Calkins #26329

Prices low? by John Black #26329.1

Condition of Cars by Joe Malaney #26329.2

Same here. PM I think has been buying collections and offering them. (EOM) by Tom Ciryak #26329.2.1

Low Diecast prices by Ray Herkert #26329.3

Yes, Brian is great to talk to ................. by John Black #26329.3.1

1:24 vs 1:18 ? by Michael K. Welborn, Jr. #26329.4

1:24 Car Market - My Impressions by dennis mcauley #26329.5

I talked with Brian this week . He bought a collection by Bob Jackman #26329.6

Pic(k) of the day.... by Steve Kiraly #26328

Nice...... (EOM) by Jerry Gorsuch #26328.1

Got the LDC yesterday. Niiiiiiiiice by Chris Kuyava #26327

I pull my LDC out ot the cabinet often just to admire it. The LDC is a winner. (EOM) by Dan Vincent #26327.1

Newbie Question by Mike LeBlanc #26327.2

LDC = Little Deuce Coupe. (EOM) by Larry Hooper #26327.2.1

Trivia, its Indy time again, I was an accosiate sponser on this car...pic by Kevin Pyle #26326

Hehe! LOL! Could you be saying you're "nuts?" (EOM) by Marlowe Johnson #26326.1

For what it cost, my wife thought so! (EOM) by Kevin Pyle #26326.1.1

We got sponsors for Jonathan Byrd (#10) in 96 and 97....know the business well. by Paul Theriot #26326.2

Yearly richual, my father was a racer, he knew some by Kevin Pyle #26326.2.1

Indy by Mike LeBlanc #26326.2.1.1

Sounds great, have fun...:) wish i were there... (EOM) by Kevin Pyle #26326.2.1.1.1

Cool! I was invited to go with box ticket seats but can't make it this year. by Marlowe Johnson #26326.2.1.1.2

For you Indy guys, has anyone produced a 1:24 or 1:43 model of Danica's Indy car yet? (EOM) by Willie Coon #26326.3

The only thing I've seen so far is 1/64 scale with a by Kevin Pyle #26326.3.1

I'm waiting for the 1:1 Danica Doll. (EOM) by Dan Vincent #26326.3.2

Yes Dan, You know one night or rather 1 Hour you'll be Dead, Dream On Tho! (EOM) by David Hosea #26326.3.2.1

I wonder how long it will take for the mortician to wipe the smile off my face. (EOM) by Dan Vincent #26326.3.2.1.1

Eternity! (EOM) by David Hosea #26326.3.2.1.1.1

Willie there is a 1:24 Danica Patrick coming out this month from by Tom Ciryak #26326.3.3

This is nitpicky Kevin but I can't help it -- 'associate'. by Randy Charles #26326.4

Don't blaim Kevin, it's his confuser that dos it ..... :-) .... (EOM) by Jerry Gorsuch #26326.4.1

Thank you Jerry, not everybody understands that (EOM) by Kevin Pyle #26326.4.1.1

You keep it up, I'll learn someday!!!! (EOM) by Kevin Pyle #26326.4.2

Well "C" is close to the "S" on the keyboard. Just hit the wrong keys! (EOM) by David Hosea #26326.4.2.1

D4C 1960 Mercedes LECC - Trade? by John Black #26325

earlier thread about larger scales..................pics by Kevin Pyle #26324

Kevin, great pics of some great diecasts! Some of those shots look like the 1:1. (EOM) by Rick Scoville #26324.1

Its not the photographer, its the models :) (EOM) by Kevin Pyle #26324.1.1

I am wayyyyyyyyyy jealous! Especially for that Mustang! (EOM) by Marlowe Johnson #26324.2

Beautiful models & great photos. Wish I had the resources to jump into the biggies.... (EOM) by Jerry Gorsuch #26324.3

WOW Kevin, you got the goods....love the black Vette (EOM) by Ryan Hurley #26324.4

Kevin, a large scale thank you! by Paul Normand #26324.5

A company called Milestone has released a series by Kevin Pyle #26324.5.1

Kedvin, thank you very much. (EOM) by Paul Normand #26324.5.1.1

KEVIN, even. Sorry about that! (EOM) by Paul Normand #26324.5.1.1.1

Paul, You Can Easily Edit Your Posts... by Ed Stutz #26324.5.1.1.1.1

Thank you for your help (EOM) by Paul Normand #26324.5.1.1.1.1.1

Awesome pics, awesome diecast by John Black #26324.6

I can answer that, first was the '57 Corvette 1/12 scale from by Kevin Pyle #26324.6.1

Kevin, The ’53 Caddy and the ’55 Chevy look like the DM 1:16’s which I have........... by John Bono #26324.7

Who makes that Mustang? by KEN SMITH #26324.8

You're making me cry. The Mustang is a DM! It was... by Marlowe Johnson #26324.8.1

nice cars....I love that racing corvette version (EOM) by Franck Mazeas #26324.9

Thrilling! These cars are amazing!! (EOM) by Randy Charles #26324.10

Wow Kevin, what a selection!... by John Richards #26324.11

In these pics its the Franklin mint version, but I have several more by Kevin Pyle #26324.11.1

Something from the Franklin Mint a little out of characture....pic by Kevin Pyle #26323

Not for me ! ! ! These have fiberglass interchangable bodies ( 4 )..... by Jerry Gorsuch #26323.1

I've got one of those - Neat monster truck - Metal frame and plastic body !!! (EOM) by Ronald Prospeck #26323.2

I've always thought these were cool, but I wish the tires looked more realistic. (EOM) by Bob Arthur #26323.3

Mine's autographed by Tony Hynes #26323.4

Very cool :) (EOM) by Kevin Pyle #26323.4.1

Cadillac by Bruce Vaught #26322

I'm a custom guy, sooooo I like it, .........pics by Kevin Pyle #26322.1

Kevin by Bruce Vaught #26322.1.1

There was one on E Bay over the weekend, not sure of closing date, I by Kevin Pyle #26322.1.1.1

WOW... I'd forgotten all about that model by Richard Sufficool #26322.2

One for sale on our auction. (EOM) by David Hosea #26322.3

For those who like the WIX Filters cars, the next is the 70th by Kevin Pyle #26321

Thanks, Kevin, I'm looking forward to it... (EOM) by Curt Zahn #26321.1

My DM '67 GTO arrived and the wife "laid claim" to it... gheezzz!!!... You gotta luv it... :-)) (EOM) by Dallas Smith #26320

more fun cars ....PICS by Franck Mazeas #26319

Some nice models, Thanks Franck..... (EOM) by Jerry Gorsuch #26319.1

Nice stuff Franck. Very cool! (EOM) by Bob Arthur #26319.2

Just a comment and an observation. I've posted and been a member of the D4C for by Rick Scoville #26318

Calm down Rick.............. :-)) .......... by Jerry Gorsuch #26318.1

LOL ! (EOM) by Steve Kiraly #26318.2

Rick, get over there on that other site & kick butt....... :-)) (EOM) by Dallas Smith #26318.3

Made me laugh!!! You go guy........... (EOM) by Randy Charles #26318.4

POST OF THE DECADE (EOM) by Randy May #26318.5

There's a guy who keeps things in perspective... by Curt Zahn #26318.6

I agree! Love it! (EOM) by Bob Arthur #26318.6.1

Best aspect of construction diecast--better weapons when thrown ;) (EOM) by John Wilkins #26318.7

L.O.L! Good point! (EOM) by Rick Scoville #26318.7.1

Question: Has your wife/significant other shocked you with a car fact you didn’t think she knew? by Marlowe Johnson #26317

No. My wife doesn't know a thing about cars. I have to laugh when she sees a car and says by Steve Kiraly #26317.1

You had to use those on yourself? I thought you were saving them for George S by David Hosea #26317.2

To be fair after I started working for Ertl I was selling Trucks & she was able to identify them on by David Hosea #26317.3

My LDC is coming today. I sold my original and re-ordered. Should like cool next to the Kookie. (EOM) by Chris Kuyava #26316

Is the LDC still avialable from DM? by Richard Ware #26316.1

I'm not sure if it is anymore. I ordered a couple of months ago. (EOM) by Chris Kuyava #26316.1.1

Sorry...I just checked on DM website. by Larry Hooper #26316.1.2

I have one. I was just surprised that someone seemed able to order one. by Richard Ware #26316.1.2.1

You can have mine for 1 billion dollars (hehehehe) (EOM) by Chris Kuyava #26316.1.2.1.1

Call me silly but I just don't like mine enough to keep it. I'll sell it one of these days. (EOM) by Bob Arthur #26316.1.2.1.1.1

Bob, you are silly. (EOM) by Chris Kuyava #26316.1.2.1.1.1.1

Yeah, I know. LOL! It's a cool diecast. I just don't collect hot rods. :-) (EOM) by Bob Arthur #26316.1.2.1.1.1.1.1

Yeah Bob, I can see it now Cool LDC For Sale just 2 Billion for members (EOM) by David Hosea #26316.1.2.1.1.1.1.1.1

LOL! by Marlowe Johnson #26316.1.2.1.1.2

Pic(k) of the day.... by Steve Kiraly #26315

These cars look to me like over feed Plymouth Valiants. by John Bono #26315.1

John, Virgil Exner designed them as larger cars, but a Chrysler exec ordered them by Steve Kiraly #26315.1.1

Well, isn't that just like Chrysler? by John Black #26315.1.2

Beautiful car in a weird ugly way by Glenn Swanson #26315.2

What's interesting is they were butt ugly then, but now they look pretty good to me. (EOM) by Marlowe Johnson #26315.2.1

Remember Marlowe, eyesight deminishes with age.......HeeHee...... (EOM) by Jerry Gorsuch #26315.2.1.1

PIC - Yeah, when I look in the mirror, this is what I see... by Marlowe Johnson #26315.2.1.1.1

I saw your Picture & that ain't under your shirt, Tough crowd tonight! (EOM) by David Hosea #26315.2.1.1.1.1

Actually, it is but I have extra layers of fat to fill in the gaps between the muscles to smooth... by Marlowe Johnson #26315.2.1.1.1.1.1

The 62 Model Year Chrysler Products by David Trask #26315.2.2

No one Held Ugly Title longer than Citroen! (EOM) by David Hosea #26315.2.2.1

Duplicate, Sorry (EOM) by David Hosea #26315.2.2.2

God what a great car i love these would love to have one in R/L (EOM) by Walter kramer #26315.3

Question regarding a long ago posting... by Michael K. Welborn, Jr. #26314

Yes Michael, I ordered 3 sets and it took a couple of months but they came. by David Hosea #26314.1

Well it seems... by Michael K. Welborn, Jr. #26314.1.1

Anyone have any news on the DM 54 Caddy Eldorado? How about a scan by Douglas Ford #26313

I don't think anyone has received a brochure on this one yet Doug. (EOM) by Larry Hooper #26313.1

Newbie Here, Inherited lots of cars & have some questions... by Kyle Kuciemba #26312

Hi and welcome look at the FAQs at the top of the page that may help a bit by Walter kramer #26312.1

If you have a damaged 51 Ford F1 Custom Pickup you want to sell by Richard Ware #26312.2

Some thoughts . . . . by Dan Niehans #26312.3

Just Posted on Collectible Auctions a Ford Dealer Sign, check it out (EOM) by Charlie Berry #26311

Does anyone know about or have by Miles Germain #26310

I have one and I believe they display quite well. (EOM) by John Black #26310.1

I have the first issue Mack Tow Truck in 1/24. by Charlie Berry #26310.2

I have three first gear trucks by Bill McElfresh #26310.3

I have a Mack wrecker (NAPA), dumptruck, and International by Roger Pratt #26310.3.1

Dont overlook these they display very well and have nice detail i love my big Mack (EOM) by Walter kramer #26310.4

I don't have any of these but I'd sure like to! I've seen some... by Marlowe Johnson #26310.5

FM's 1986 Corvette Pace Car by David Hosley #26309

Without The Nameplate .............. by Marco Tannenbaum #26309.1

You are right, Marco. by Paul Clow #26309.1.1

If you have to ask by Dan Ablett #26309.2

Fake pace car by David Hosley #26309.2.1

1:1PIC: It appears that cars of the Fifties rule ............... by John Bono #26308

Gorgeous, regal car. (EOM) by Frank Kocour #26308.1

Beautiful and classic.... (EOM) by Jerry Gorsuch #26308.2

John, That is a georgeous automobile. Coincidently, by Bob Jackman #26308.3

Bob, I don’t know why the owner chocked the rear wheels. (EOM) by John Bono #26308.3.1

Thanks for your reply John...just thought the owner might have by Bob Jackman #26308.3.2

Great looking car, John, and great color for the car. (EOM) by Roger Pratt #26308.3.2.1

What a superb-looking Buick ! (EOM) by Mike DeTorrice #26308.4

One of the few pre-war topics I'd buy in a heartbeat--just like this (EOM) by John Wilkins #26308.5

FM 68 Stingray by PAUL EDINBURGH #26307

Try Brian at West Coast... by Ryan Hurley #26307.1

Does anyone have the DM '72 convertable Vette, I have one coming by Benjamin Lampson #26306

It's OK but not one of the best. I'm a real fan of the '72 Coupe! by Dan Niehans #26306.1

(PICS) Stingray Showroom by Larry Hooley #26306.2

Nice showroom.... Who says auto sales is in the toilet? .... LOL . (EOM) by Jerry Gorsuch #26306.2.1

Very nice Larry! I have the same size but it's your Mopar Motors. Love it. (EOM) by Bob Arthur #26306.2.2

1972 Corvette by Bill McElfresh #26306.3

1972 Danbury Mint Corvette Convertible by dennis mcauley #26306.4

For all the SuperBee re-issue orders that got their ship date pushed back... by Benjamin Lampson #26305

Thanks, Mine moved back too. (EOM) by Richard Ware #26305.1

Mine Got Shipped on the 7th After............. by Marco Tannenbaum #26305.1.1

Question about the DM 1956 Chrysler 300B by Richard Ware #26304

It was retired sometime in 2007... by john small #26304.1

I bet it comes back in red or white. Maybe like this.Bring it on! PIC... by Steve Kiraly #26304.2

Either would be great--and as a New Yorker too! (EOM) by john small #26304.2.1

Yes, a black over white over red St. Regis! (EOM) by Steve Kiraly #26304.2.1.1

56 St. Regis by Ralph Regalbuto #26304.2.1.1.1

Here's One (Pic)... by Ed Stutz #26304.2.1.1.1.1

This would give us our first 3 tone car in 1/24 (EOM) by Glenn Swanson #26304.2.1.1.1.1.1

Wow! I'll take that in a heart beat! (EOM) by john small #26304.2.1.1.1.1.1.1

How about the Packard? (EOM) by Dan Niehans #26304.2.1.1.1.1.1.2

Yep! ! ! 3-toned paint jobs. (EOM) by Jerry Gorsuch #26304.2.1.1.1.1.1.2.1

Let's not forget the 3 tone Dodge Custom Royals 55-56 (EOM) by Glenn Swanson #26304.2.1.1.1.1.1.2.1.1

The St Regis is sweeeeet. (EOM) by Richard Ware #26304.2.1.1.1.1.2

Thanks Ed by Ralph Regalbuto #26304.2.1.1.1.1.3

Yes, I second Ralph's Thank You too. Great image, Ed (EOM) by john small #26304.2.1.1.1.1.3.1

Thanks, Ed, have never seen one of these. I'm a sucker by Roger Pratt #26304.2.1.1.1.1.4

Ralph, Ed beat me with that '56, and that one is my fave. But, here's a '55 (pic) for you.. by Steve Kiraly #26304.2.1.1.1.2

1955 St. Regis by Ralph Regalbuto #26304.2.1.1.1.2.1

Sorry, this is nice but the 56 is much nicer.... by john small #26304.2.1.1.1.2.1.1

Steve, can I e-mail you a pic of my 1:1 '55 Chrysler to post for me ? by Barry Levittan #26304.2.1.1.1.2.2

Sure; jkiraly@verizon.net (EOM) by Steve Kiraly #26304.2.1.1.1.2.2.1

Barry, Here is the one PIC I have of your 55 Chrysler.... by Jerry Gorsuch #26304.2.1.1.1.2.2.2

Beautiful! (EOM) by Steve Kiraly #26304.2.1.1.1.2.2.2.1

Yes, agreed. I don't know why DM didn't do more with this image. I really like my black version. (EOM) by Mark Sweeney #26304.2.1.2

Agree...i have the DeSotas and 56 Chrysler....id love a 4 dr new yorker (EOM) by Ron Dietrich #26304.2.1.2.1

Old-looking mini metallike signs by Terry Terwillegar #26303

Terry Flatheads garage on ebay was a good source for by Ron Dietrich #26303.1

Terry, My wife builds miniatures and dollhouses. She by Bob Jackman #26303.1.1

For the Ferrari-aholics.... by Dallas Smith #26302

nice , too bad it is not the 1/24 scale version (EOM) by Franck Mazeas #26302.1

hee.... hee..... in your dreams!!! (EOM) by Dallas Smith #26302.1.1

Question: Do your pose the front wheels on your cars? If so, are they posed in the same direction? (EOM) by Marlowe Johnson #26301

Yes. by Richard Ware #26301.1

The only time I leave the wheels straight is when I display a car in full side view. (EOM) by Steve Kiraly #26301.2

Me Too! (EOM) by David Hosea #26301.2.1

Most of mine are straight, but sometimes if the model is angled toward by Jerry Gorsuch #26301.3

All of mine are straight. Never had a desire to show them turned I guess. (EOM) by Bob Arthur #26301.4

I always think it adds a touch of realism when the wheels are turned slightly. (EOM) by John Luthi #26301.5

1966 corvette convertible by PAUL EDINBURGH #26300

Mosport Green by Mike LeBlanc #26300.1

Mike, I'm up for you sending your FM to compare w/my Mosport DM, Oh you want it back? (EOM) by David Hosea #26300.1.1

Don't know about the FM one but the DM version is definitely metallic--just subtle (EOM) by john small #26300.2

many thanks for the info. (EOM) by PAUL EDINBURGH #26300.3

I have both... by Ryan Hurley #26300.4

many thanks by PAUL EDINBURGH #26300.4.1

Mint In Box (MIB) vs New In Box (NIB) by Richard Rice #26299

NIB should mean never displayed and always stored in the box. by David Applebaum #26299.1

I have never understood how papers or packaging, by Michael K. Welborn, Jr. #26299.1.1

Just my two cents to add as this question that has long puzzled me as well.... by Robert Scharf #26299.1.2

A MIB car can still have a box with minor wear or writing... by Michael K. Welborn, Jr. #26299.1.2.1

Opinions, of course, differ. tfm does not double box like DM and WCPD and most resellers... by Robert Scharf #26299.1.2.1.1

I personally would like to have a NIB model inspected before I buy it on by Jerry Gorsuch #26299.1.2.1.1.1

Well stated. That's why I prefer to buy MIB rather than NIB. I remember when Roy Rauch sold models.. by Robert Scharf #26299.1.2.1.1.1.1

I do wish FM would perhaps use a more compact inner box.... by Michael K. Welborn, Jr. #26299.1.2.1.1.2

Totally agree on both points. (EOM) by Robert Scharf #26299.1.2.1.1.2.1

Pic(k) of the day.... by Steve Kiraly #26298

Um.... by Greg Graham #26298.1

I've always been a fan of the '57 Ford Ranchero (EOM) by John Bono #26298.2

Yeah, now you're talking! by Paul Clow #26298.3

LUV it.... My brother had one for many years..... (EOM) by Jerry Gorsuch #26298.4

Well said, George by Paul Normand #26297

A HUGE thank you to George for that post and for speaking up. by David Applebaum #26297.1

Totally Agree by David Trask #26297.1.1

This needs to be said…(long) by George Bojaciuk #26296

George, Well said. (EOM) by Don Quashne #26296.1

These are just toys, for C- - -- - - - - sake by Charlie Berry #26296.2

Charlie, George's post is clear, well stated, and I totally agree. But, to your point, if I may by Steve Kiraly #26296.2.1

I'd have to think... by Randy May #26296.2.2

Thank you, George. by Paul Clow #26296.3

An excellent overview, George, with some painful by Mike DeTorrice #26296.4

Mr. Schire Nothing to Be said? (EOM) by Marco Tannenbaum #26296.4.1

All he can say now is ----- post deleted ........ (EOM) by Jerry Gorsuch #26296.4.1.1

What happened? Did George Shire have a tantrum and delete all of his posts? by William Hadfield #26296.4.1.1.1

William read post # 26274.4.1.1.1.1.2 (EOM) by Larry Hooper #26296.4.1.1.1.1

Thanks Larry. It explained what happened to George Shire, but not much else. I'm guessing from the by William Hadfield #26296.4.1.1.1.1.1

William or Bill which ever you like most, I'm sorry but George S was expounding his pearls of wisdom by David Hosea #26296.4.1.1.1.2

Well said David (EOM) by Ryan Hurley #26296.4.1.1.1.2.1

Extremely well said George. I hope some of these readers by Tom Ciryak #26296.5

Great post GB!!! by Randy Charles #26296.6

THANK YOU George, well done ! ! ! ! ! !! ! (EOM) by Jerry Gorsuch #26296.7

Very well stated George. (EOM) by Evan Morgan #26296.8

Thanks for your insight and well said words George. (EOM) by Bob Arthur #26296.9

George, wonderful post. Your insights are always valuable and welcome. I, for one, am eagerly by Thomas Weinberg #26296.10

A big "thank you" by Alan Dinsmore #26296.11

Thank you George, your insight is greatly appreciated. (EOM) by John Luthi #26296.12

George, it’s great to see an insider’s perspective.......... by John Bono #26296.13

Good post, John! (EOM) by Steve Kiraly #26296.13.1

George - Thanks for the read - Very well said and very informative - Now I have one question >>> by Ronald Prospeck #26296.14

Good one, Ronald! Never give up; just don't have any complaints when they finally make it. (EOM) by Steve Kiraly #26296.14.1

Steve - I never complain and "WON'T COMPLAIN" when I get this one... by Ronald Prospeck #26296.14.1.1

Probably when they can find enough 1:24 tin cans to recycle. LOL. (EOM) by Evan Morgan #26296.14.2

Evan, Evan, Evan >>> by Ronald Prospeck #26296.14.2.1

To be honest...I had it and a '60 Polara on my submission list, 10 years ago! (EOM) by George Bojaciuk #26296.14.3

George - Does it mean we may not get the 1959 Dogdge Custom Royal Lancer ??? >>> by Ronald Prospeck #26296.14.3.1

How about a 53 Studebaker 2dr hardtop???? Couldn't resist.... :-)) .... (EOM) by Jerry Gorsuch #26296.14.4

Jerry - I haven't forgotten about your request - Here's hoping we are both winners !!! (EOM) by Ronald Prospeck #26296.14.4.1

I love this post! This really needed to be said and it's good it came from an industry insider. (EOM) by Marlowe Johnson #26296.15

George, Thank you for your contribution to the hobby. Though I stopped buying by Greg Johnston #26296.16

Well said you laid the cards on the table for all too see by Walter kramer #26296.17

Thank you George. Your insight is appreciated and held in the highest regard. (EOM) by Allan Ording #26296.18

Good post George. You could well have been writing about 1:1 cars.. by Thomas Struckman #26296.19

Let me just add... by George Bojaciuk #26296.19.1

Bravo ........... (EOM) by Jerry Gorsuch #26296.19.1.1

Standing ovation! (EOM) by Marlowe Johnson #26296.19.1.2

Thanks for adding your first hand knowledge of this matter for us to digest.... by Robert Scharf #26296.20

George, THANK YOU for setting things straight. It has been long overdue and by William Hadfield #26296.21

Thank you George. Your information is very much appreciated. (EOM) by Larry Hooper #26296.22

What the H*** is wrong with people. I just blows me away that someone would send you vile by Mark Sweeney #26296.23

Believe me... they're out there, Mark by Richard Sufficool #26296.23.1

Picture This! This time a series of dioramas from Sweden. by Dave Milne #26295

Looks like 1/43 cars and 1/50 trucks..... by Richard Sufficool #26295.1

Thanks, Rich (EOM) by Dave Milne #26295.1.1

Why cant the mints make one of these (PIC) by Walter kramer #26294

..or how about one of these ? pic.... by Steve Kiraly #26294.1

135 cars on the 1:24 auction page!! What's up? Spring cleaning? (EOM) by Dallas Smith #26293

If you are into low numbered cars #0001 of the FM by Bob Kaempf #26292

Glenn Swanson...this may have been asked before. Did you make or buy the Thunderbird Motors by Bill Juffernbruch #26291

Bill....They are custom made by Larry Hooley. by Larry Hooper #26291.1

Showroom was made by Larry Hooley by Glenn Swanson #26291.2

The New Lincolns ae Here, the new Lincolns are here!! by Charlie Berry #26290

'54 lincolns by Alan Dinsmore #26290.1

New Shipment of 'Birds to the Tbrid Store! by Charlie Berry #26289

I was just reading below about the Danbury 'alias' person. by Randy Charles #26288

AMEN! (EOM) by Ron Dietrich #26288.1

Randy - Well said !!! by Ronald Prospeck #26288.2

Randy.... very valid point & I agree by Dallas Smith #26288.3

Well said Randy. Some things are simply more valuable than others. (EOM) by Bob Arthur #26288.4

Great Post by Mike LeBlanc #26288.5

post deleted (EOM) by George Schire #26288.6

Wisdom! (EOM) by Harry Schade #26288.7

Well said Randy! It is that very reason that I don't have my 1:1s in shows by Phil Realmuto #26288.8

I am sorry you had such a negative experience. I, too, have a restored T-Bird, and by Lawrence Kalfayan #26288.8.1

Agree 100%!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (EOM) by Steve Kiraly #26288.9

Agreed Randy, I see no reason to prevent Manny DM from Posting because he can't use his real name. (EOM) by David Hosea #26288.10

Wheats Nostalgia Promos and Kits by Charlie Berry #26287

I have 3 cars from him and they are great (EOM) by Walter kramer #26287.1

Pic(k) of the day.... by Steve Kiraly #26286

post deleted (EOM) by George Schire #26286.1

I had one of these and while parked at night by Walter kramer #26286.2

Slick looking car..... We could use one of these in 1:24...... (EOM) by Jerry Gorsuch #26286.3

Happy Mother's Day to all mom's out there. by John Black #26285

pics!!!! nnleast model car show !!!!pics by MANNY SOLANO #26284

Manny - Thanks for the post and pictures - Very interesting. (EOM) by Ronald Prospeck #26284.1

Beautiful cars Manny, but the junkyard rules!! (EOM) by Paul Clow #26284.2

Thanks for sharing Manny... by Ryan Hurley #26284.3

hi! ryan i transport it in my van the by MANNY SOLANO #26284.3.1

Wow there is a lot of work there. Unbelievable! How many months or years has it taken you by Tom Ciryak #26284.3.1.1

Manny your WHOLE collection is nothing but JUNK!! by Phil Realmuto #26284.4

Some really NICE work. I especially like the Nash and the ’57 Buick Caballero. by John Bono #26284.5

Manny's junkyard by Alan Dinsmore #26284.6

thank you Alan as for how i got into junks and junkyards by MANNY SOLANO #26284.6.1

MANNY you are the KING of JUNK i love the yard (EOM) by Walter kramer #26284.7

OOPs, my bad ! ! ! In a reply #26227.10 regarding Tom S. observation.... by Jerry Gorsuch #26283

But of those 1000 members, how many are active on this board? by Thomas Struckman #26283.1

Only the diecast God knows..... Tony? ........ :-)) ...... (EOM) by Jerry Gorsuch #26283.1.1

and more goodies.........PICS by Franck Mazeas #26282

Frank are these 1/24th. How can I get a 69 Guilia sedan? My buddies car. by David Hosea #26282.1

yes they are all 1/24 scale.....you can get them on ebay england or ebay italy from a multitude of by Franck Mazeas #26282.1.1

Thank You, Franck appreciate the info will try it! Did you experience Language diff? (EOM) by David Hosea #26282.1.1.1

let me see if I remember to post those pics...new goodies....PICS by Franck Mazeas #26281

Franck, I love them! What are they and where did they come from? (EOM) by John Ryan #26281.1

I got them from a guy on ebay England....they are from a company which publishes by Franck Mazeas #26281.1.1

1:1 PIC: Will this be next? by John Bono #26280

Yes - Oh,Oh I let the cat out of the bag...Just Kidding, I really don't know (I'm Bad) LOL !!! (EOM) by Ronald Prospeck #26280.1

That would be great! Love the color too! (EOM) by Bryan Miranda #26280.2

post deleted (EOM) by George Schire #26280.3

I hope so and let that be the color! (EOM) by Glenn Swanson #26280.4

That would be my choice. Love the Club Sedan lines. (EOM) by Dan Vincent #26280.5

Here is one of my favorite Ferraris...... 1962 250 GTO from Western Models (pix) by Dallas Smith #26279

Love this, its one of my favorite cars of all time, first view of this model I've seen :) (EOM) by Kevin Pyle #26279.1

Thnx Kevin. Doors don't open.... but I'm ok with that. (EOM) by Dallas Smith #26279.1.1

Really good to see this model after so many years, I think I bought it in 1985 (EOM) by Paul Normand #26279.1.1.1

1949 Olds Wagon? What? by dennis mcauley #26278

Here is the info Dennis. by Larry Hooper #26278.1

John Black... by Frank Jacquest #26277

Frank ....... you've got mail (EOM) by John Black #26277.1

John, by Frank Jacquest #26277.1.1

Grand Opening of Thunderbird Motors. by Glenn Swanson #26276

Great job, Glenn, that looks terrific. (EOM) by Roger Pratt #26276.1

post deleted (EOM) by George Schire #26276.2

That's a classy setup, Glenn. Beautiful work that really enhances your T-Bird collection. (EOM) by Richard Sufficool #26276.3

WOW! (EOM) by Allan Ording #26276.4

That looks great! (EOM) by Bryan Miranda #26276.5

Awesome job! (EOM) by John Black #26276.6

NICE! (EOM) by John Bono #26276.7

Nice Job !!! I was gonna scold you for omitting a Bird..... PIC ..... by Jerry Gorsuch #26276.8

Didn't have any good pictures of new bird by Glenn Swanson #26276.8.1

Glenn Miasto did a "kit" and a premade 2002 Bird by Phil Realmuto #26276.8.1.1

Awesome! I've got the smaller version of Mopar Motors. by Bob Arthur #26276.9

1949 Olds Wagon by curt botner #26275

Thanks, Curt. I'm really looking forward to this model. (EOM) by Richard Sufficool #26275.1

post deleted (EOM) by George Schire #26275.2

My Olds 88 Coupe shipped yesterday too! (EOM) by Bryan Miranda #26275.2.1

What OLDS 88 Coupe? - Is this a spinoff of a comment George made in the past ??? (EOM) by Ronald Prospeck #26275.2.1.1

George said his replacement Olds Coupe shipped yesterday. Mine did too (non-replacement). (EOM) by Bryan Miranda #26275.2.1.1.1

OH ... (EOM) by Ronald Prospeck #26275.2.1.1.1.1

That sounds great! Another woody is always welcome by me! (EOM) by Bryan Miranda #26275.3

I'm sure I'll order one of these, BUT......... PIC by Jerry Gorsuch #26275.4

Jerry - You know that is a bunch of "BULL" ... LOL !!! (EOM) by Ronald Prospeck #26275.4.1

No, No, it's BULL-BULL ! ! ! ! ! (EOM) by Jerry Gorsuch #26275.4.1.1

Your right !!! BULL,BULL...(sorry) LOL (EOM) by Ronald Prospeck #26275.4.1.1.1

Question on the Olds 88 wagon........ by Richard Sufficool #26274

Richard I am in full agreement with your assertion. I am fed up with the acrimonious posters who by Allan Ording #26274.1

Since no picture has been posted we can only assume by Glenn Swanson #26274.2

Same here........ by Bob Calhoun #26274.3

You hit on the key word, Bob........ "civil" by Richard Sufficool #26274.3.1

Nicely stated, Richard (EOM) by Ralph Regalbuto #26274.3.1.1

Nicely put, Richard couldn't agree more with what has by Roger Pratt #26274.3.1.2

I agree with you Richard on the "Manny Danbury" issue. by Larry Hooper #26274.4

post deleted (EOM) by George Schire #26274.4.1

George, you refuse to see a picture painted two inches in front of your nose... by John Luthi #26274.4.1.1

post deleted (EOM) by George Schire #26274.4.1.1.1

George, It seems to me you chose to Single Out Manny Danbury & You were WRONG all of the Guys here by David Hosea #26274.4.1.1.1.1

John and David you guys are right on target with your assessment. (EOM) by Allan Ording #26274.4.1.1.1.1.1

FORUM POSTERS... by George Schire #26274.4.1.1.1.1.2

GEEEZZ - Who's gonna rout for Oldsmobiles???? (EOM) by Jerry Gorsuch #26274.4.1.1.1.1.2.1

or tout them for that matter ;-) (EOM) by Randy May #26274.4.1.1.1.1.2.1.1

hurrah by Ronald Porter #26274.4.1.1.1.1.2.2

Ditto (EOM) by Marco Tannenbaum #26274.4.1.1.1.1.2.2.1

John, Your words are Right On Thank You! (EOM) by David Hosea #26274.4.1.1.2

The point was....If you want info from the representatives of the mints posted here.... by Larry Hooper #26274.4.2

post deleted (EOM) by George Schire #26274.4.2.1

George, he wouldn't be permitted by the company (DM) by Roger Pratt #26274.4.2.1.1

post deleted by George Schire #26274.4.2.1.1.1

Then don't read it. Most of us want to and you are not in control here. (EOM) by Allan Ording #26274.4.2.1.1.1.1

post deleted (EOM) by George Schire #26274.4.2.1.1.1.1.1

Futile... (EOM) by Ryan Hurley #26274.4.2.1.1.1.1.1.1

I believe the saying is "THICKER THAN A SHORT 2x4" (EOM) by Bill Flynn #26274.4.2.1.1.1.1.1.1.1

Yes Ryan it sure is. (EOM) by Allan Ording #26274.4.2.1.1.1.1.1.2

post deleted (EOM) by George Schire #26274.4.2.1.1.1.1.1.2.1

George..... Think of this for a while....... by Jerry Gorsuch #26274.4.2.1.2

Jerr, None Taken, Bravo! I don't have a problem with George posting if he would keep it positive by David Hosea #26274.4.2.1.2.1

We should be glad that someone from within DM.... by Michael K. Welborn, Jr. #26274.5

Michael - Good Point !!! (EOM) by Ronald Prospeck #26274.5.1

Buying Used by Mike LeBlanc #26273

Box condition by Charlie Berry #26273.1

Agreed. by John Black #26273.1.1

What really turns my crank is when the seller uses the outer box for shipping (EOM) by Don Quashne #26273.1.2

If the outer cardboard box it intact and the styro is solid then no problem by Walter kramer #26273.2

The condition of the outer box means nothing to value of car by Glenn Swanson #26273.3

I don't display boxes ! ! ! Mine are in the garage attic..... by Jerry Gorsuch #26273.4

I had to put all my cars in storage! by Paul Clow #26273.4.1

A Curio with white boxes? Wow must be really secretive. Sorry about the space! by David Hosea #26273.4.1.1

Pic(k) of the day... by Steve Kiraly #26272

67 Maibu - Nice!! by Mike LeBlanc #26272.1

I don't think you are alone. I love both the '50s and '60s, but if pressed, I'd opt for the '60s, by Tom Weinberg #26272.1.1

Great Car > Had a 1967 Malibu, 327CI, 275HP, 4SP, she could rip for that day and age !!! (EOM) by Ronald Prospeck #26272.2

Nice! Pant! Pant! I like it! I want it! by Bob Arthur #26272.3

One of my favorites. Color too. (EOM) by John Black #26272.4

Franklin Mint has posted some cool videos on Youtube... by Michael K. Welborn, Jr. #26271

Thanks for the info, Michael. (EOM) by Paul Clow #26271.1

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