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< Back American-Designed & -Built Post-1950 Collection 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 Model Images

< Back American-Designed & -Built Post-1950 Collection 2006 Dodge Challenger (Concept) 18 - AV110 - 23 - 02 2006 Dodge Challenger Concept Car In late 2005, Dodge teased spy photos of the Dodge Challenger prototype on the internet and it was announced on November 21, 2005, showing an official drawing sketch of the vehicle.[29] The Dodge Challenger Concept was unveiled at the 2006 North American International Auto Show and was a preview for the 3rd generation Dodge Challenger that started its production in 2008. Many design cues of the Dodge Challenger Concept were adapted from the 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T. 2006 Dodge Challenger Concept Model Description We have a 1:18 scale die-cast metal with plastic parts model of the 2006 Dodge Challenger Concept car. These concept cars are a way for automobile companies to gauge whether the public reaction to it, would give them an idea of whether there is sufficient market for them if released. There are fans of these types of vehicles that are pending release, which allows buyers a input into what is happening to the market at the moment. What would make someone buy this vehicle? Do they believe the engine is okay? So remember, what you see at the show, is not necessarily what the finished product will roll off the assembly line. The Body This model is a very interesting model in that it has a lot of very good points, and some bad ones. This is a 2-door with opening boot/trunk and engine bonnet. The 2 doors open reasonably well and also close flush to the body with a good gap. The boot/trunk also opens wide and again with a good body gap. The bonnet opens but could perhaps have been able to open wider to enable photographing the engine better. Attachments like the exterior mirrors are solid in the attachment. While the air scoop on the bonnet with its air inlets gives the appearance of the power under the hood. All lights on the exterior, headlights and indicator lights have been fitted with none out of place. On checking against the actual vehicle, all decals and badges have been attached correctly. The mag wheels and tires make a good fit, and the front wheels turn as well as the steering wheel. Paintwork is flawless with no cracking of the paintwork or any drips or bubbling. A nice deep metallic blue absolutely gorgeous. One missing detail, cannot find the fuel cap. The Interior This has been done in black with only a small amount of colour in the front dash instrument panel as well as some in the centre area of the front. The main exception are the 2 door panels that have had better attention to detail. Everything is there. The instrument panel has decals added to give that more realistic look and the centre console of the dashboard, shows readable details as well as the centre console between the front seats. Now the bad part. The steering wheel has been very badly paced. There is no way this would represent the actual vehicle. And this does make and spoil the overall impression and look of the vehicle. Those items such as the turn indicator starks are identifiable. The Engine In so many models, the engine details are very often an area that let down so many models. However the engine on this model has had a better than average amount of time in giving it more attention. This engine and its main components are very recognizable. While it has good detail, understandably due to the cost of making this model, very fine details cannot be seen, but I do not think that these details on this engine do not distract from the detail. The only problem for me is just that problem in which having the bonnet being able to open more fully, this failure just makes taking photos of the engine more difficult. The Boot/Trunk There really is not much to tell about this. The fact that you can open and close it adds that extra attention to detail. Inside, one is unsure of where the spare tire is kept as there is no indication where it would be stored. Maybe, it's not required on the Concept vehicle. The Conclusion I like it. The colour is nice. The overall look of the vehicle is impressive and excellent. But, it gets spoiled by those items that should have been picked up. That steering wheel is one of the worse that I have seen and certainly a major put off to some. I do think that certain items such as the fuel cap should have been added. But one cannot fault the body and the paintwork in their material and fitting has been done well. Collectable. Yes and I feel it fits into the museum nicely. Just that steering wheel. 4.25/5.0. Robin Finlay 01/03/2023. Previous Next Model Images

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< Back 1955 Oldsmobile 88 Convertible 18 - AV129 - 25 - 03 1955 Oldsmobile 88 Convertible American Vehicles Post 1955 Collection Scale: 1:18 Material: Die-Cast Metal & Plastic Parts Museum Number: 18 - AV129 - 25 - 03 Technical Detail Engine 303 cu in (5.0 L) Rocket V8 Transmission 3-speed manual 4-speed Hydra-Matic automatic Produced: 1955 Country: USA Previous Next

< Back Australian Designed & Built Collection Click to return Home 2003 Ford BA Falcon PIREK Marco Ambrose 18 - SC101 - 22 - 01 Previous Next Model Description 2017 Holden VF Commodore Wood/Pither Scale: 1:18 Die-cast-metal with plastic parts Manufacturer: Biante The model is very highly designed & made by BIante Models which is well known and highly regarded within the collectors. Some of these models have up to 400 parts to each model. This model has been produced mostly the same as others in this range, but has one difference, in that this is a partly closed model. So what is a closed model? Its one that has all the body models in one piece. The doors, bonnet and boot do not open, but have a detailed interior. This models doors open wide and has a good view to the interior. Engine Hood opens wide and gives a good view of the engine. However there is a cover that stops any detail to be seen. (Some models have covers like this one, able to be removed). The Boot/Trunk is the section sealed. But overall this is a good model that has all the decals and detailed sections, will look good in any collection. Gallery Video

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