GGD Considering Shorties For Some Famous Trains in Aluminum (GGD FOR O42)

I think it's a great idea and would only enhance your reputation as one of the premier builders of finely detailed model railroad stock but, if you're going to take the plunge, I would consider opening the market up to an even larger pool of potential buyers in the O36/O42  layout range and make them in either 15" or 16" size.

Unfortunately, 18" is still too large for those of us who would love to be able to run scale equipment but simply don't have the available space for a large layout and who would still like to own show-quality pieces.

You need to come up with a Brand new name for this line.  I would not preface it with GGD, you really want to eliminate any confusion with scale and non scale.

yes please offer them, and thanks for asking for our opinions. nice to know a mfg cares enough to ask his customers what they would like. sign of a first rate company!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Eccentric Crank posted:

You need to come up with a Brand new name for this line.  I would not preface it with GGD, you really want to eliminate any confusion with scale and non scale.

Probably a good idea. However people may not recognize a new name, even if it's from the same manufacturer. So there would be an associated cost to advertise. 

Count me in for 18" passenger cars

Richie C. posted:

I think it's a great idea and would only enhance your reputation as one of the premier builders of finely detailed model railroad stock but, if you're going to take the plunge, I would consider opening the market up to an even larger pool of potential buyers in the O36/O42  layout range and make them in either 15" or 16" size.

Unfortunately, 18" is still too large for those of us who would love to be able to run scale equipment but simply don't have the available space for a large layout and who would still like to own show-quality pieces.

Would you pay the 21" prices for a 16" car though? That would be his issue. Scott has already said the price will be the same, whether 18" or 21" in length.

sdmann posted:

Folks,

We are considering re-releasing some of our famous trains of the past in Aluminum. And due to our ability to make smaller runs in these trains, how popular do you think 18" Shorties in Aluminum would be with all the trimmings? (Flush Windows, Full Interiors with LED Lighting, 10 Figures / car, 042 Compatible, ball bearing journals on every car?

Yes, we would still make the same trains in full Scale Length, at the same time. Just 2 styles, Shorties and Scale.

Considering The Following:

1948 20TH CENTURY LTD. (8 Car Set) + Extras

1948 BROADWAY LTD.  (8 Car Set) + Extras

SP DAYLIGHT WITH ARTICULATED CARS. (10 Car Set), 5 Articulated, 5 Regular.

What yee say to that?

One thing, the cost and the prices would be the same as the full length scale cars we have been offering about $285 / car. Just making them to run on smaller layouts for thee.

Hi Scott! Wonderful idea! I am very much wanting the 1948 Broadway Limited and the 1948 20th Century, possibly the Daylight set too! Please, make them - I beg you!

Golden Gate Short Line!

Norm

Norm posted:

Golden Gate Short Line!

Norm

YES!!!!! Perfect name  Norm!

Norm posted:

Golden Gate Short Line!

Norm

We have a winner here!  That is truly brilliant.

GG1 4877 posted:

Norm posted:

Golden Gate Short Line!

Norm

We have a winner here!  That is truly brilliant.

Yes indeed. 

I cant'run them on 072?  

sdmann posted:

YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! DO IT!

I reallllyyyyy want to pull the trigger on a 12 car 1948 Broadway Limited. But I’m hoping it’s at least a year and a half out! 

greg773 posted:

I reallllyyyyy want to pull the trigger on a 12 car 1948 Broadway Limited. But I’m hoping it’s at least a year and a half out! 

I'm DEFINITELY IN for a 1948 Broadway Limited with Add on cars... I'll find something to sell, even donate blood to make it happen!  

I'd fight somebody way bigger than me for a chance at a rerun of the full size cars as well. 

Maybe we can pool our resources to earn the cash. Maybe an OGR bake sale or bikini car wash? 

BobbyD posted:

Richie C. posted:

I think it's a great idea and would only enhance your reputation as one of the premier builders of finely detailed model railroad stock but, if you're going to take the plunge, I would consider opening the market up to an even larger pool of potential buyers in the O36/O42  layout range and make them in either 15" or 16" size.

Unfortunately, 18" is still too large for those of us who would love to be able to run scale equipment but simply don't have the available space for a large layout and who would still like to own show-quality pieces.

Would you pay the 21" prices for a 16" car though? That would be his issue. Scott has already said the price will be the same, whether 18" or 21" in length.

Personally, I would; but I can certainly understand how someone else might balk at having to pay the same price for a 16" incher as a 21" incher. And, notwithstanding that Scott indicated the pricing would be the same, I can also understand how someone might question whether the manufacturing costs are really the same and whether by keeping the price the same, the manufacturer is simply reaping more profit. In this case, I would say probably not because I assume the cost of new tooling, advertising, etc. would offset any decrease in material and labor costs in manufacturing smaller cars.

greg773 posted:

Maybe we can pool our resources to earn the cash. Maybe an OGR bake sale or bikini car wash? 

Yeah! We can get our wives and girlfriends to do the carwashing, and dancing to get that money! We'll be the best Hubby's in the Universe too... we'll make a great BBQ for the Brass Fundraising , hehehehe