Diecast Models Anyone ?

[Speicher]

So next March I will be able to buy a new Saab. 🤔

https://www.carmodel.com/dna-collectibles/dna000032/1-18/saab/9-3-turbo-x-2008/131159

 

[FlyingCyclist]

I have around 40 Corgi and Models of Yesterday , and others.

Was looking into selling them all, but the only model that is worth anything is around £35. The others were made in the 1990s

 

[Electric_Andy]

I've been looking for a hobby/project for a while that I can do the odd hour or two when I have spare time. I like the idea of plastic kits that I can build and paint.

Would something like this be a good starting point? I don't want to spend too much in case I don't get on with it. My goal is to make my own brackets and mount them on the wall around the house. Also is there a good value brush and paint kit, or is it best to buy individual paints. Do I need primer and lacquer too??

 

[MontyVeda]

If using the standard modellers enamel paints, I wouldn't bother with primer or lacquer.

 

[voyager]

For a " starter " there are some airfix kits available with paints etc as a starter kit. Just remember not to touch parts with the glue as it will damage the plastic .
Good luck with your new hobby.

 

[Profpointy]

So next March I will be able to buy a new Saab. 🤔

https://www.carmodel.com/dna-collectibles/dna000032/1-18/saab/9-3-turbo-x-2008/131159

I have a 95, albeit in 1-1 scale

 

[flake99please]

I used to own over 300 different die cast models of Volkswagen Type 2 camper/panel vans. Each one was different, and also some very rare (1 of 25 produced) in the collection.

They were in storage at my mothers, and were unfortunately destroyed in a house fire.

 

[classic33]

For a " starter " there are some airfix kits available with paints etc as a starter kit. Just remember not to touch parts with the glue as it will damage the plastic .
Good luck with your new hobby.

I'd not touch the paints in those starter kits. They dry out, often beyond what it's possible recover them from.

 

[Richard A Thackeray]

Only got a couple






I used to have the real thing too!!






I keep wanting an 1/18th 427 Cobra
Then again, I want the real thing too!!


Oh!, I have a few pewters too
Plus, a Range Rover L322, that's still in the box

 

[FlyingCyclist]

Might have to get all mine out and photograph them

 

[Illaveago]

I've managed to get hold of an Exoto 1/18 Lotus 49 Graham Hill model. The detail is superior to that of the Quartzo model but does come at a price.

 

[southcoast]

I've managed to get hold of an Exoto 1/18 Lotus 49 Graham Hill model. The detail is superior to that of the Quartzo model but does come at a price. View attachment 506997

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Very nice, just need the matching Jim Clark Lotus to go with it now?

 

[Illaveago]

Very nice, just need the matching Jim Clark Lotus to go with it now?

The trouble is they are nearly £100 more than I paid for Graham Hill .

 

[CharlesF]

@Illaveago
That’s a beaut, I’m green with envy , and off to search the web.

 

[Illaveago]

If anyone has £500 to spare the Exoto Ferrari 156 Sharknose looks nice .