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< Back 1967 Ford Mustang Hardtop 18 - AV104 - 20 - 01 Model Description When I first started the museum, which would be about 12 years ago, I picked up this model. It’s a 1:18 scale die-cast metal 1967 Ford Mustang done in that green colour, which was used in the movie “Bullitt”. It was part of what I called Distressed Models. Those are models that have slight defects that can be repaired. This is one such model. As part of my rules, I work by the vehicles that you see in the museum, the museum owns. We do not simply take information from anywhere and all the use details in the model description are from that model. We tell it as it is. Any faults we will tell you. But remember, that fault lies with the model we have. But by giving you that view of the model, it will allow you the option of deciding if you wish to add it to your collection. The Body Looking at first glance at this model, if you have seen that movie with Steve McQueen, you will see the car that is accurate in all details. Right down to the wheels and rims. So we look first at the paintwork, that special green and at first glance it appears good. One of the most important details for makers of these and other models is the quality control. That inspection of each model before dispatching it to collectors, is to ensure it stands in all collections with pride. However this quality control was missing on this model. The evidence of bubbling on the paint work is visible to anyone looking at it. If it's on this model, then the paintwork on others is suspect. This is a 2-door vehicle, which both open wide to allow excellent access to the interior. The bonnet which opens reasonably wide enough for a good view of the engine. It also has a boot/trunk that also opens reasonably wide. All opening parts fit with good clearance all around. All lights on the front and rear with that distinctive grill with the Mustang badge have been done just as the original vehicle. The Interior The interior is great to see. Looking at it closely, you cannot see any faults. First, the colour of both the seats and other interior parts is done up in that white look. The real Mustang would have had real leather, and a good job has been done to replicate that. The steering wheel and some of those parts, like the gearshift, handbrake and floor pedals, have been replicated well. The instrument's details are quite realistic, and the controls and switches on the console are believable. The Engine The quality and amount of detail of this engine is excellent. This is one of those engines that a great deal of effort has been made to make it as near to the look of the real vehicle. And in this case, they have succeeded. You can see this in even the smallest part on that motor. Even the use of decals on the air cleaner gives it that look of realism that collectors want. Collectors of these models want that attention to detail to bring that model to life. The more realistic it is, the better it looks. This engine in this model has been reproduced nicely, and makes those small faults not so bad. The Boot & Undercarriage The boot is normal in that it has no extra features than the original vehicle. There is nothing more to add here. The undercarriage is another matter. The detail here continues, just like the engine detail. You can clearly see the underneath of the engine, and that detail continues with the gearbox and with the shaft. With this going to the real axle and to the final dive, and with the exhaust system finishing it off nicely. The Conclusion This model should have been a better model. In so many areas, it works well. To have it spoiled because of a breakdown in the maker's quality control spoils what should be a great model. That fault with the paintwork is that it distracts from the other excellent features. That interior coupled with that great engine for this model saves it. It’s collectable for those who love that movie. Even so, I will give it a 4.5 / 5.0. Robin Finlay 27/04/2023. Previous Next

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< Back 2020 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 18 - AV113 - 23 - 02 Shelby GT500 (2020–2023) In addition to the Bullitt edition Mustang GT, the Shelby GT500 moniker returned in 2019 as a 2020 model, after a six-year hiatus. The new GT500 has a supercharged motor based on the GT350's 5.2 L V8 block, but with a cross-plane crankshaft as opposed to a flat-plane crankshaft (as in GT350), which generates 760 hp (567 kW). Mach 1 (2021–2023) The Mach 1 returned as a 2021 model, marking the first time the nameplate has been used since 2004. The Mach 1 uses the GT's 5.0L "Coyote" V-8 producing 480 hp (358 kW) at 7,000 rpm and 420 lb⋅ft (569 N⋅m) at 4,600 rpm, borrowing several parts from the Shelby models. Ford engineers were originally targeting 525 hp (391 kW) and 450 lb⋅ft (610 N⋅m). The lightweight TREMEC six-speed manual transmission, intake manifold, oil-filter adapter, engine oil cooler, and front and rear sub-frame are shared with the Shelby GT350, while the rear axle cooling system, rear toe link, and rear diffuser are shared with the Shelby GT500. Model Description Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 This is a 1:18 scale model in die-cast metal with plastic parts. This model shows off in that there is no doubt that this is a Shelby car. With the Shelby name everywhere, this is a well made and crafted model. It's solid and with a minimum of small plastic parts that one would normally see on these models, but even so you still need to handle carefully. The Body The paintwork is excellent. I like the metallic colour, and this is the same colour you would get on the real car, and care has been taken to ensure paint quality. There are no problems such as cracking or any bubbles with no chipping. This is a 2-door vehicle, and this model has both doors, bonnet and boot/trunk opens. The doors open reasonably well which gives a good look into the interior. Both doors are fitted well with excellent clearance and no over gaps. The external mirrors have been attached solidly, but still needs to be handled carefully. The main reason that models like these external parts is that they can break easily, and you cannot in most cases get replacement parts. The bonnet is a perfect fit. This is a premium model in which great care has been taken in the assembling of this model. The front of the model shows a distinctive radiator grill, but also it leaves no doubt that this is a Shelby Mustang. On the bottom air scoop and that famous cobra, this model shows us a powerful car. All the lights both front and rear have been fitted nicely. Those wheel rims with those tires are especially done in black and you can see the discs and also the brake callipers. All those decals have been done well to scale and fitted with care. And that includes the twin white stripes right from the front to the rear. The boot/trunk is fitted well and also opens reasonably. Nothing really to find fault with this model. The Interior In a lot of models, the interior detail can be something to desire. But this model has a very good interior in that just about all those features that are on the original car can be seen. Black works well with the blue. The seats show good detail with the addition of the seat belts a nice touch. The rear seat shows the same quality as in the front seats with its detail. The consol between the front seats shows good detail that continues to the dashboard. The detail showing all those screens and radio are extremely well done. The air vents in that greyish colour add more realism to that dashboard. I am surprised that considering the tiny size, you can read the instruments. That steering wheel will turn the front wheels, but it can be a little difficult. I wouldn't do it as I think it is fragile. That steering wheel is typical Ford but has that added Shelby features like the cobra that makes it definitely unmistakable. The Engine This engine I find fault with. To me its the same look that you would get in a 1:24 or a 1:32 scale model. This is a premium car that would cost a lot and would be regarded as something special. That Shelby Cobra name should show not in the excellent body and interior, but also in that engine.While the motor detail is good, that is spoilt by the outer parts of the engine like the radiator, air intake battery, and those other parts that would give it more of that real engine a better and more realistic look. That special engine needs that attention to detail. As it stands, it's more like an ordinary Mustang engine that does not show that real Shelby Cobra GT500 engine. The Boot/Trunk & Undercarriage That finish is as well done as the other opening parts. The boot/trunk opens reasonably and has a good gap when closed. There is no indication on what the spare looks like, but simply on the model is an empty space. That air spoiler on the boot/trunk lid has the carbon fibre look and feel. The undercarriage is quite basic in that it shows the underneath of the motor as well as the gearbox. The most impressive part is the exhaust system that starts up on the side of the engine and right to the tail pipe outlets. Done in a more light chrome it gives it that more realistic look. There is only a basic look at the other parts like the rear differential and the suspension. The Conclusion This is a good model. It has its faults that are mainly in the presentation of the engine.Just looking at this model it gives a very good impression. Comparing the model with the real Shelby, shows that it copies it in the most important areas and its quite realistic. I like it. Ours is that metallic blue with black interior, which gives this model class and shows again that Shelby Cobra that this is a performance car. I give it a 4.75 / 5.00. Robin Finlay 14/03/2023. Previous Next

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< Back Australian Designed & Built Collection Click to return Home 2024 Chevrolet Camaro (Part Sealed Model) Australian 500/Bathurst Collection Scale: 1:18 Material: Die-cast metal with plastic parts Museum Number: 18 - SC130 - 25 - 04 Year Of Production: 2024- Manufacturer: GM/Chevrolet USA 18 - SC130 - 25 - 04 Previous Next 2024 Camaro ZI Australian 1000/500 Racing Series Collection 2024 Bathurst 1000 Winner Scale: 1:18 Material: Die-cast metal with some plastic parts Museum Number: 18 - SC130 - 25 - 04 Technical Data Engine 6.2-liter supercharged V8 engine, producing 650 horsepower Transmission 6-speed manual Produced: 2024 Country: USA Gallery Video

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Click & Return Home WELCOME Cars & Station-Wagons Cars & Stationwagons Personalize your gallery, add your text here. 1993 Renault twingo Vehicle & Model Description 1993 Renault twingo The Renault Twingo is a four-seater passenger city car manufactured and marketed by the French auto-maker Renault, introduced in 1992 and currently in its third generation. The first generation Twingo (two door, front engine) debuted at the Paris Motor Show on 5 October 1992, receiving its formal market launch in continental European markets beginning in April 1993. Renault launched the second-generation Twingo (two door, front engine) in the summer of 2007 – and the third generation (four door, rear engine) debuted at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show, receiving its formal market launch in September 2014. The name Twingo is a portmanteau of the words twist, swing and tango. Renault Twingo Renault Twingo Dynamique (III) – Frontansicht, 24. Oktober 2015, Münster.jpg Overview Manufacturer Renault Production 1992–present Body and chassis Class City car Body style 3-door hatchback (Twingo I and II) 5-door hatchback (Twingo III) Layout Front-engine, front-wheel-drive (Twingo I and II) Rear mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive (Twingo III） Chronology Predecessor Renault 4 Renault 5 (From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia) We have here a 1:18 scale die-cast metal with plastic parts of a very popular French designed and made small runabout. I guess when you see it, the first thing you notice is the colour. I would say that its that colour that would be noticed at first glance. And yes, they actually were painted that colour in the actual vehicle. Its that bug-eyed headlights that in fact has that Nissan look on their small run-about at least from the front. So which came first the French or the Japanese? Still, this is an excellent model that shows that the French with their quirky designs at least make it a very interesting model. On this model, all doors and bonnet open reasonably but would have been better if they could open wider especially the bonnet. It was very hard to get a very good view of the engine that had a surprising amount of detail. But the engine was very hard to get good images, so I hope that you forgive the quality of the details. Inside the model, the interior detail was quite good, and with the roof top cover, made getting images of the interior details quite interesting. The details such as the seats and dashboard giving good detail. As well as the steering column being of a scale that showed detail of controls without being as I call it chunky, but more realistic that some models. So as a Model, it comes across as the original vehicle. Quirky looking especially from the front, but the colour? I guess everyones taste can be different. But collectable/ yes as if you consider the thousands of brands and models made, this is one that the museum likes as it shows the many different looks that one gets from the makers of our modern vehicles. But for detail and quality, 4.5/5.0. Robin Finlay. 13/09/2022. Visit robinsmodelcarsinternetmuseum.net for more! Project Manager

< Back 2007 Chrysler 300C Hemi 18 - AV102 - 22 - 01 The Chrysler 300 is a full-size luxury car manufactured and marketed by Stellantis North America (and its predecessor companies) as a four-door sedan and station wagon in its first generation (model years 2005–2010) and solely as a four-door sedan in its second and current generation (model years 2011–present). The second generation 300 was marketed as the Chrysler 300C in the United Kingdom and Ireland and as the Lancia Thema in the remainder of Europe. Previous Next

< Back 1964 Ford Galaxie 500 XT Open Convertible 18 - AV137 - 26 - 04 1964 Ford Galaxie 500 XL Open Convertible American-Built Vehicles Post-1950 Collection Scale: 1:18 Material: Die-cast metal with plastic parts Museum Number: 18 - AV137 - 26 - 04 Technical Data Engine 223 cu in (3.7 L) Mileage Maker I6 260 cu in (4.3 L) Windsor V8 289 cu in (4.7 L) Windsor V8 292 cu in (4.8 L) Y-block V8 352 cu in (5.8 L) FE series V8 390 cu in (6.4 L) FE series V8 406 cu in (6.7 L) FE series V8 427 cu in (7.0 L) FE series V8 Transmission 2-speed Ford-O-Matic automatic 3-speed Cruise-O-Matic automatic 3-Speed Manual 3-speed manual and overdrive 4-Speed Manual Previous Next