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

A 1967 camaro painted like the 1969 I drove in high school, Bullitt chasing the Dodge Charger and Marty McFly

WOW JD, what an amazing job! Makes me want to go find some that are in need of repair! LOL Maybe after some of my other projects. Once again what an amazing job!

@JDFonz posted:

Thanks Ted, was waiting for you to see it. When are we gonna see some of your finished cars?

as far as the windows go, I polish them with polishing compound by hand, that also took the paint off that was on them. After they are clean, you dip the windshield in clear pledge floor wax and let it dry overnight. Voila! Clear windshield!  Works like magic.

😀👍  Joel, I've been waiting for the weather to cooperate, so I can spray paint.  I'm tired of waiting.  time to put the large fan in the basement window on full blast facing out... ANd get these babies sprayed up....

Stay tuned...

@mike g. posted:

WOW JD, what an amazing job! Makes me want to go find some that are in need of repair! LOL Maybe after some of my other projects. Once again what an amazing job!

Mike, you should try it... It's fun, I think you would enjoy it.... Plenty of wrecks on the Bay, at a cost that won't break the bank...💲😊

Wow, I've missed some great posts over the past few days.!

JDFonz...incredible restoration on the ambulance!  Whit, great selection of cars...I noticed green Stang...just added a similar one to the layout!  Is it a Yatming?

The burgundy Buick Riv may be similar to one on my layout...maybe a FM?? 

@Quarter Gauger 48 posted:

Mike, you should try it... It's fun, I think you would enjoy it.... Plenty of wrecks on the Bay, at a cost that won't break the bank...💲😊

Hi Ted, what do you search for on the bay when your looking for them>?

@Capetrainman posted:

Wow, I've missed some great posts over the past few days.!

JDFonz...incredible restoration on the ambulance!  Whit, great selection of cars...I noticed green Stang...just added a similar one to the layout!  Is it a Yatming?

The burgundy Buick Riv may be similar to one on my layout...maybe a FM??

Paul, I really like the Mustangs, but man how can you go wrong with a 67 split window Vett with a hot blonde!

Mike, just type in corgi, or dinky and you’ll have pages to look through. Get ready for some sticker shock though. But if you are patient you can find some bargains.

Looking forward to seeing some restos from you. I think I have Ted hooked!👍👍

JD, you were right plenty of pages to look at and some good prices but the shipping can really get you! LOL I found one for $1.59 then $27.99 shipping from France! I think I will pass! LOL

https://ogrforum.ogaugerr.com/...7#153322190110177157

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The Bullitt mustang and the dodge charge were manufactured by green light, purchased from Menards

the Buick Riv is part of the Franklin Mint cars of the 60’s. Which also included the split window vet on your display. Interesting they are both the same color.

I know some my already know but the reason I haven’t been very active here is because I’m recovering from Covid and Pneumonia in both lungs. Please bare with me because I’m have some post Covid symptoms like short of breath. There thinking my lung tissues have been damage but who knows in time will tell.
Your stuff looks great keep posting  we made it to 50 pages I’m happy about that I didn’t think this tread would make it pass 10 when I start it. There’s just something about restoring old toys and change them up a little I understand stand the thrill you guys are experiencing.  Thanks for your support here to keep this thread going.

@Whit M posted:

I like the Back to the future pic. I love that movie. Thanks for posting

Lee, holy cow, glad you are feeling better. Probably pretty scary.

Mike, yes, that shipping will kill you, I’ve only bought a couple pieces from across the pond.

Thanks  JD

Lee, didn't hear until now that you were dealing with COVID, but I wondered why you weren't posting.  Glad to hear you're on the mend!  Of your many contributions to the forum, this thread remains a favorite and I'll keep participating whenever I can.  Received a couple of new cars in the mail today...will post them later...

Whit, the '58 Vette above is from that FM collection, as well as the burgundy Riv and '63 Stingray in my other pics....nice collection for sure!

Lee sorry to hear about your health hopefully you have a full recovery soon.

I purchased these trucks recently love them on the flat cars

rpmcobra...great looking rigs!

@mike g. posted:

JD, you were right plenty of pages to look at and some good prices but the shipping can really get you! LOL I found one for $1.59 then $27.99 shipping from France! I think I will pass! LOL

Mike'... don't get discouraged.  Forget Corgi, not many bargains on those.  But Dinki has plenty, you must have patience and go through all the pages.  The quickest way is to start at the very last page, and then work backwards'....... You'll find the right one for you.  Don't bother with France or Great Britain... Too expensive....  The new ones from China are spin offs of the real thing.  Not bad for fillers on the layout, but no good for restores....

Good luck hunting'..

@lee drennen posted:

I know some my already know but the reason I haven’t been very active here is because I’m recovering from Covid and Pneumonia in both lungs. Please bare with me because I’m have some post Covid symptoms like short of breath. There thinking my lung tissues have been damage but who knows in time will tell.
Your stuff looks great keep posting  we made it to 50 pages I’m happy about that I didn’t think this tread would make it pass 10 when I start it. There’s just something about restoring old toys and change them up a little I understand stand the thrill you guys are experiencing.  Thanks for your support here to keep this thread going.

👍😉  Lee, I am happy to hear you are feeling and doing better.  I was wondering where you were'... Please continue to take it easy.  You'll be of the DL bench before you know it.  In the meantime, we'll keep the thread going for you. It is a favorite by many, so don't worry'.. Can't wait to see your beautiful truck builds and conversions'... 😉👌🚚🚛🚍

Thank you all you guys keeping this going. Hope I get some mojo to start building again.

Paul. I like that station the tires out front set it off well

rpmcobra those Winross trucks look good on those flats.

Ted. Thanks for stepping up and keeping this going. I would like to see you restore that Cannonball GMC. I was thinking of building one of my resin one this year.

@Quarter Gauger 48 posted:

Mike'... don't get discouraged.  Forget Corgi, not many bargains on those.  But Dinki has plenty, you must have patience and go through all the pages.  The quickest way is to start at the very last page, and then work backwards'....... You'll find the right one for you.  Don't bother with France or Great Britain... Too expensive....  The new ones from China are spin offs of the real thing.  Not bad for fillers on the layout, but no good for restores....

Good luck hunting'..

Thanks Ted, I will give that a try! LOL

@mike g. posted:

Thanks Ted, I will give that a try! LOL

Mike there’s also a option that goes from the lowest with shipping to the highest that’s just how I do it on eBay and find lots of bargains

The fire chief showed up at the accident scene in his '51 Chevy (just added to the layout)

Great scene paul'... Love those 51 Chevys....  👍😊

Hi Paul, I am with Ted, but one problem. I don't see any accident all I see is some cop trying to get a phone number of some hot dame! LOL

Now here is an accident!

LOL! Mikeg.  You just brightened my day. 

After I tackle some challenging weekend school work (AKA "the dissertation"), I hope to photograph my newly arrived 2012 Dodge Charger R/T to share with you all.

Thanks for the entertaining break. I needed that.

TRRR

@TomlinsonRunRR posted:

LOL! Mikeg.  You just brightened my day. 

After I tackle some challenging weekend school work (AKA "the dissertation"), I hope to photograph my newly arrived 2012 Dodge Charger R/T to share with you all.

Thanks for the entertaining break. I needed that.

TRRR

LOL Anytime, Now all I have to do is get some police cars so I can add lights to them also! LOL

Im looking forward to seeing your Dodge Charger R/T!

Mike. Looks like you need a Tow from Big Joe and his trusted Bulldog

@lee drennen posted:

Mike. Looks like you need a Tow from Big Joe and his trusted Bulldog

Lee thanks, if you look behind the Aid Car on the left you will see a red tow truck, but it is to small for these box trucks!

Here are some of my Diecast cars and trucks,not from China

Mike. Ok I see it now Joe is on standby

Mikey. Wow what a impressive 30-40s vehicle collection. Thanks for sharing it

Mikey, Lee is correct, very IMPRESSIVE collection!

@West Side Joe posted:

Here's a nice Corgi VW Type 2 which, unfortunately, is really only at home on a British-themed layout, because of the London address on the side, the cargo loading doors on the left side of the body, and the right-hand drive. Anybody have such a home for it?  It has a couple of chips to the paint but otherwise is in fine shape. The body is riveted to the chassis. Let's see pics of where you would place it.

Nobody on this forum has a british-outline layout or knows of someone who does, that could provide a home for this VW?

Update: found a home for it.

Guys. Just seen this the other day on Atlantis web site. Now we have glass for or White 3000 trucks!

Hey Mikey, who manufactures those fine 40’s vehicles?

Looks like some are ‘30’s as well.  Very nice!

Mike, you make a good point!   Great scene above!

Mikey, nice collection of "era' vehicles...

Just added the yellow GT 500 and the British Racing Green Jag "XKE" to the layout just in time for the rally!  Still putting the finishing touches on the scenery and parking lot striping.

Anyone remember the advertising slogan of "Hi neighbor, have a Gansett" from the Narragansett Brewing Company many years ago?  Note the Atlas "special run" car in background

@Capetrainman posted:

Just added the yellow GT 500 and the British Racing Green Jag "XKE" to the layout just in time for the rally!  Still putting the finishing touches on the scenery and parking lot striping.

Anyone remember the advertising slogan of "Hi neighbor, have a Gansett" from the Narragansett Brewing Company many years ago?  Note the Atlas "special run" car in background

😁🍺 I remember it well Paul.  Plus  been visiting Narragansett for the past 38 years, and have enjoyed a nice cold Narragansett'....☑