Automobiles/ Trucks 1/43-1/50 scale let’s see them

After chasing down several false leads, I had to accept the official statements from both Disney and Hot Wheels that this magnificent vehicle, driven by Cruella De Vil, is not based on a real car.

TomlinsonRunRR posted:

jackiejr posted:

The description given... A trailer without a tractor   Fageol 1950 TC Cargoliner

This reminds me of this 1950 International Harvester Fageol Van: click for Copyright Photo. It's the same year and there's definitely a general Fageol family resemblance .  Now, which one of you is going to take up the modeling challenge? :-)

TRRR

An American manufacturer proposed this type of tractor in the mid-1970s and the Teamster Union put the brakes on it.  The one in the photo is obviously a continental concept vehicle with a 'trailer' that has cargo doors at the front or possibly front and rear.  Another challenge to a modeler.  John

Vincent Massi posted:

After chasing down several false leads, I had to accept the official statements from both Disney and Hot Wheels that this magnificent vehicle, driven by Cruella De Vil, is not based on a real car.

Well, it's still a fun car and an excellent price -- especially if it's close to scale.  The Disney animators would have been going for a certain look, which in turn would have been based on a composite of styles.  For example, that's what they did to create "Lightening McQueen" in the Cars franchise.  

(See an earlier post of mine for a photo of a 1/43 model and the prototypes the artists used for that car character. Off the top of my head, I don't recall the inspiration.)

For Cruella's car, the landau bar suggests a Cadillac hearse (appropriate for her de Ville name and personality) or perhaps a Ford.  Others will have to guess at the front end's possible inspiration. 

TRRR

I got my Don Mills  fire apparatus parts yesterday I removed the name on the doors instead of repainting the hole thing 

Hi Lee, and fellow `Die Cast Lovers'.  Here is my latest contribution'.  I decided to try using a 300 MM lens for some close up shots instead of  wide lenses I have been using.  I think they came out pretty good'.. Required a little more work and difficulty in the tight spots.  So let me know if you think it was worth the effort'...

Definitely worth the effort

Guys I fell 3 pages behind and wanted to compliment so many of the posts but when I got to the end I couldn't remember them all but let me just say nice work to on a variety of cars, trucks, buildings and details to Lee, Lee Mel, John, QG48 and more.

Here are a few for: PUFFRBELLY (Chief Bob)'..

State, County, City, and Town Union Reps, meet for future ~Quire practice'.. 

Thanks very much Coach Joe',  It is very nice to know our time , effort and work on creating these shots is appreciated'...

 Awesome pics guys!!  Thanks for posting. QG48 those are some beautiful pictures very lifelike thanks for posting them I know the feeling Joe you got to stay on top of these post or you can get lost real quick.  I don’t know  I’m on do when I start my garden and keeping the lawn work up 

 That’s more parts for this white 3000 last week hope to get this thing done very soon 

 Thanks for the likes guys were officially now the dirty dozen 

Okay Lee, we'll keep it going'.  Need to make some new scenes up.... So I better get to work'...

Quarter Gauger 48, who manufactured the Ford state trooper car in the Pennsylvania paint and what year is it?  I've been (somewhat lazily) keeping my eyes out for one from the earlier decades (PA 1920s to 1950s).

Very nice photos.

Tomlinson Run Railroad

(P.S. I'm slowly getting around to detailing the interior of a Mustang.  Will post pix when done.)

TomlinsonRunRR posted:

Quarter Gauger 48, who manufactured the Ford state trooper car in the Pennsylvania paint and what year is it?  I've been (somewhat lazily) keeping my eyes out for one from the earlier decades (PA 1920s to 1950s).

Very nice photos.

Tomlinson Run Railroad

(P.S. I'm slowly getting around to detailing the interior of a Mustang.  Will post pix when done.)

That car was a special release by the "Paternal Order of Police" from PA.  It is not a PA state police vehicle.  I believe it is made by White Rose.  They make the majority of 49, and 50 Fords.  Try a google search for the POP of PA, or any state and see what comes up.  I have that car for quite a few years now, they may not be available now. But I'm sure there are plenty of similar ones out there'...Good luck in your search'......

Tomlinson I have a couple of the PA Fords. I have to look for them. LMK if you still want?

Bob

Quarter Gauger 48, thanks for the details on your special release POP car.

BK/Bob, thanks.  I'll drop you a separate email with some questions when I have a moment.  (Sorry, it's been hectic, but I wanted to acknowledge your post.)

Thanks again guys!

Tomlinson Run Railroad

Over the weekend I finally bought a steam engine I’ve been wanting one for years so I could do a layout in the early 40s so today I backdated my layout to Early Spring 1942 with some vehicles I bought at the hobby shop yesterday also and I have started an FK Mack to replace my B81 Mack enjoy the pics

Mack FK Heavy Haul 

Various vehicles from my layout.

Thanks for posting Patrick I’m going to try to get some of those horse drawn wagons your are very nice 

Lee, that's about the sharpest-looking ar I've ever seen.

Lee, Those are some fantastic looking vehicles!  (And a great bus, too.)  Congrats on the steam engine purchase and looking forward to your build -- as my still half-painted Mustang interior sits in front of me! 

TRRR

trumptrain posted:

Various vehicles from my layout.

That delivery wouldn't happen to be green now would it?  These are great scenes, Patrick.  I like the Pullman shot with the parked cars, too.

TRRR

Thanks Vincent it’s a 1939 Cadillac it’s one of my favorites also 

Thanks Tom I’m excited about this new journey I plan on building a 1940s layout in the house soon this ones in the garage 

lee drennen posted:

What beautiful cars were MADE IN USA! And good luck with the new layout, Lee.

MELGAR

lee drennen posted:

Over the weekend I finally bought a steam engine I’ve been wanting one for years so I could do a layout in the early 40s so today I backdated my layout to Early Spring 1942 with some vehicles I bought at the hobby shop yesterday also and I have started an FK Mack to replace my B81 Mack enjoy the pics

Congratulations Lee!  on that beautiful collection, and your new ~steamer'. You certainly have a nice investment added to your fleet.  I like the red sedan, what is that model?  That old Mack is gonna be another beauty when you finish it up'... 

Beautiful scenes Patrick'.. All great.  This one is my favorite'....

Dramatics 101'.

lee drennen posted:

The chain drive is something I haven't seen since I was a very small boy... Great to have on a layout. Who makes the kit?

MELGAR

Lee it didn't take very long for those new buys to hit the layout.  Can't wait to see the 3000 and the FK finished and working the streets of your layout.

Quarter Gauger 48 posted:

Dramatics 101'.

 

 

Very nice night sence 

Mel. Don Mills made the kit but he doesn’t sell them anymore as kits. I bought this one about 10yrs ago 

Joe. You may not see the White 3000 this time due because my layout is now around 1942 but you will see that Mack FK 

Got these in the mail today 

Lee it looks like there are lots of prosperous people in your town.

Lee, I have been enjoying this thread since it began,thank you for it! Where did you find those new cars, they are beautiful? As a diecast car collector for many years I envy you for those cars! Especially the Packard, gorgeous!

Joe. I guess why my layout is called “Dough Hill” but really I got the name off the Waltons that’s where Corbeth Godsy lived before she met Ike

Play Trains. You’re welcome I’m just glad it’s going strong. I just got 7 over the weekend at a hobby shop in St. Louis and the last 2 off EBay. I’ll be posting 2 more later I’ve always liked these 1930-40s 

coach joe posted:

Lee it looks like there are lots of prosperous people in your town.

That's the problem with diecast. Few "average" cars get made, and most are of expensive or rare cars...

Yes Lee they get pricey I wish more 30s-40s car would be cheaper and produce more common cars like you said. Anything new on your layout? we always like your pics

lee drennen posted:

Yes Lee they get pricey I wish more 30s-40s car would be cheaper and produce more common cars like you said. Anything new on your layout? we always like your pics

Nothing new, work has been driving me insane, and I spent last weekend at Winterail, the annual swap meet and RR photo event in Oregon.

I have a WW2 generator trailer kit I need to build. That comes next!