GTPlanet Scale model thread

[Katiegan]

I'm wondering if the scale model gurus on here can help me out sourcing a certain car.

Basically, I'm looking for this model, but in white.

It's going to be a Christmas present for a co-worker who has a white 968 just like that, hence why I'd like a white one. It doesn't have to be the same Minichamps model above, and if push comes to shove I could compromise for something like a white cabriolet, but primarily I'm looking for a white 968 coupe model. Doesn't even have to be 1/43 scale, just some kind of 968 diecast in white.

Can any of you help me out and point me towards one? eBay and Google are giving me plenty of 968s (that blue one above is currently listed on eBay) but none in white.

 

[MSZ]

I think you can still find a white 1/18 944, but 968? This is a tough one.

 

[Ferraridriver27]

I'm wondering if the scale model gurus on here can help me out sourcing a certain car.

Basically, I'm looking for this model, but in white.

It's going to be a Christmas present for a co-worker who has a white 968 just like that, hence why I'd like a white one. It doesn't have to be the same Minichamps model above, and if push comes to shove I could compromise for something like a white cabriolet, but primarily I'm looking for a white 968 coupe model. Doesn't even have to be 1/43 scale, just some kind of 968 diecast in white.

Can any of you help me out and point me towards one? eBay and Google are giving me plenty of 968s (that blue one above is currently listed on eBay) but none in white.

After a bit of digging around, this is what I was able to find, looks to be a trustworthy shop.
I hope I could help you.

 

[AOS-]

Exceptionally good price on an LB R35:

http://www.daboxtoys.com/products/i...b-works-gt-r-r35-metallic-purple-green-ig1033

I almost came close to buying one to resell later.

 

[MSZ]

Otto has done it again, day one first minute preorder for me:

 

[6ranTur15m05]

I have a Lambo Gallardo Superleggera, a Ferrari Enzo, a Porsche Cayenne Turbo (Gen 1), all 1/18 and a 1/43 BMW X6. The Cayenne's driver door won't shut properly, thanks to my two little cousins They also broke the engine cover of the Gallardo, but thankfully my uncle fixed it for me so it at least looks acceptable.

 

[Katiegan]

After a bit of digging around, this is what I was able to find, looks to be a trustworthy shop.
I hope I could help you.

Thanks! Seems to be a bit pricier though since it's the Club Sport, but I'll keep an eye out.

 

[ProjectWHaT]

 

[AOS-]

Every now and then when you pop up on Modelissimo/CK, you'll find special editinos stuff that aren't announced by the company on your Facebook feed.... like this one:

for 150EUR currently...or this:

for 100 EUR currently...or this:

for 100 EUR as well.


But beware the potential price spikes.

 

[SPhilli911]

I made an exception to my rule not to buy anymore 1/18 models to book this 993 GT2 from GT Spirit. It's my personal favorite car and the dark blue on gold wheels happens to be my favorite color also. Unless this is black, it's hard to tell. Either way, I'll probably replace my UT Models GT2 I already have.

 

[MSZ]

I made an exception to my rule not to buy anymore 1/18 models to book this 993 GT2 from GT Spirit. It's my personal favorite car and the dark blue on gold wheels happens to be my favorite color also. Unless this is black, it's hard to tell. Either way, I'll probably replace my UT Models GT2 I already have.

I have yet to decide which February model I am going to buy. I am thinking about the Countach, but I guess there will be a different webshop colour coming out shortly after. The 993 is very tempting too, I want one.

 

[MSZ]

I ordered a white GT350R at CK during their Black Friday sale for 71 euros, I have just received it this weekend, and this is what they sent me instead:

Thank you CK, I am not going to return it. lol

EDIT: More pics

 

[Venom800tt]

I require that Otto Supra in my life, as well as that GT350R. Soon.
And since I couldn't find a better place to post this (technically they ARE models after all), I will post this pic of all of my Tales figures, because reasons.

Also expect some 1/18 group pics in the coming days as well, and possibly some 1/43 ones if I am not TOO lazy.

Actually... here are some random super old pics that I doubt I have posted in here:

 

[AOS-]

I had that Milla on my wishlist at some point in time, but it being 1/7th broke the deal.

 

[Venom800tt]

I had that Milla on my wishlist at some point in time, but it being 1/7th broke the deal.

It is actually 1/8, like all the other larger Tales figures. 1/8 seems to be the most common scale for Alter, who made most of those figures. The Ludger and one of the Millas is made by Banpresto, which is part of Bandai, while the Colette is made by Kotobukiya.

 

[SPhilli911]

Oh man, I want that F40. I'm still on the fence about it. A Kyosho F40 and an Autoart 22B are on my wish list right now.

 

[MSZ]

Oh man, I want that F40. I'm still on the fence about it. A Kyosho F40 and an Autoart 22B are on my wish list right now.

Can you still find one at reasonable price? I am not paying 400 bucks for one, I would rather buy the resin versions from Kyosho/Mark/Ignition Model.

 

[Venom800tt]

Oh man, I want that F40. I'm still on the fence about it. A Kyosho F40 and an Autoart 22B are on my wish list right now.

Finding a Kyosho F40 for anything reasonable is unfortunately out of the question these days. Back when I got mine in 2008, you could get them for under $100. You could still find them for under $200 till about 2 or 3 years ago. All Kyosho Ferraris now are silly expensive, except for the newer releases which are still well over $200.
On the other hand, you can get a new upgraded AA 22B for around $160-ish right now, though I dunno how long that will last...

 

[SPhilli911]

Right, the Kyosho F40 seem to go for around $400 right now, but I do really want it though so it's not out of the question. The 22B is reasonable, so I might pick one up before the prices go higher.

 

[Venom800tt]

Ordered these two, courtesy of CK Models:

 

[AOS-]

No lies, TSM is dishing out great looking liveries for the P1 GTR, but the painted tail light still irks me.

Autoart on the other hand is making their own:

Although they've mentioned McLaren disallowing them from revealing an engine, it's shaping up pretty good. At least the doors open, and there is some physical form of rear lights. I think it's going to be ABS, and I heard people complain they aren't using tampos because of it.

 

[MSZ]

Tampos or not, it is too early to tell is this a desirable product, the price point is also an important factor, which I bet won't be cheap at all.

 

[AOS-]

After learning about TSM's painted lights, I absolutely agree. I had that Geneva P1 GTR on my wishlist up until I learned of such a thing.



Did you hear about Autoart using "diecast" in one of the latest Porsche models?

Yeah.... It's an ABS body.... with a diecast interior/base piece. I can only wonder if they'll actually market the whole product as a "diecast model" afterwards.

 

[Strax]

It's been a very long time since I bought myself a good scale model, a long time ago I used to be a pretty avid 1:43 collector (mostly Minichamps or similar). Always wanted to get back into it, now may be a good time. I'll maybe take some pics of the stuff I have, for now the only shot I currently have on my computer is this Minichamps

 

[MSZ]

After learning about TSM's painted lights, I absolutely agree. I had that Geneva P1 GTR on my wishlist up until I learned of such a thing.



Did you hear about Autoart using "diecast" in one of the latest Porsche models?

Yeah.... It's an ABS body.... with a diecast interior/base piece. I can only wonder if they'll actually market the whole product as a "diecast model" afterwards.

IIRC They have always called their ABS models "Composite diecast model".

 

[Venom800tt]

IIRC They have always called their ABS models "Composite diecast model".

Honestly, that is misleading, as it is an ABS body on a diecast inner frame. Granted, there have been "diecast" AA's in the past that had large amounts of body work made of ABS. The AA Carrera GT comes to mind, along with the C6.R.

 

[MSZ]

The NC1 NSX is finally mine!

 

[AOS-]

The NC1 NSX is finally mine!

Sorry what now? Who made it and what scale?

 

[MSZ]

Sorry what now? Who made it and what scale?

Ebbro 1/18.

 

[Skython]

I don't even know how long it's been since I told myself to make budget cuts and not buy diecasts anymore, 18 months maybe? What I do know is that it's been ages, and life is no better for it, so as a happy birthday gift to myself (that's a lie, but now I'm thinking about it, it's a bloody good excuse!) I have bought a 1/43 version of 3/4 of a piece of wood.