Who makes the best model cars these days?
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I used to have a bunch of Bburago ones as a kid. Not the really small ones, but the big models. I don't remember the scale so can't be any more specific than that.
I'd love to build a collection of quality Ferrari models, but don't know who makes the best ones these days? Is it still Bburago?
I'd love to build a collection of quality Ferrari models, but don't know who makes the best ones these days? Is it still Bburago?
TroubledSoul said:
I used to have a bunch of Bburago ones as a kid. Not the really small ones, but the big models. I don't remember the scale so can't be any more specific than that.
I'd love to build a collection of quality Ferrari models, but don't know who makes the best ones these days? Is it still Bburago?
I had a set of 1:32 Bburago cars but they all had the same wheels that clipped on instead of the wheels they would have had in real life. Is it a diecast collection you want to start?I'd love to build a collection of quality Ferrari models, but don't know who makes the best ones these days? Is it still Bburago?
You can get pretty much any Ferrari you want in 1:24 scale plastic kit form, if you're willing to put the effort in and build and paint them yourself.
TroubledSoul said:
Eric Mc said:
I don't think Bburago were ever looked on as quality models.
Well I always liked them as a kid. Who would you recommend?There are lots of higher quality models out there and the prices range from sub £50 to £Thousands - so it depends on your budget I suppose.
I would Google various model supplers on the internet so you can get a good idea of the quality and range of what is out there - and also decide on what types of scales you would like to collect in.
TroubledSoul said:
I used to have a bunch of Bburago ones as a kid. Not the really small ones, but the big models. I don't remember the scale so can't be any more specific than that.
I'd love to build a collection of quality Ferrari models, but don't know who makes the best ones these days? Is it still Bburago?
The larger ones are 1:18 scale.I'd love to build a collection of quality Ferrari models, but don't know who makes the best ones these days? Is it still Bburago?
Try looking at these manufactureres - they are better quality than Bburago (which are great as large scale toys), but you get what you pay for:
AutoArt:
http://www.autoartmodels.com/product.web.Showroom....
Minichamps:
http://www.minichampsonline.co.uk/list-die-cast-mo...
CMC:
http://www.cmc-modelcars.de/en/index.htm
Exoto:
http://www.exoto.com/s/1/
AUTOart
Minichamps P.M.A
CMC
HPI Racing
Ebbro
Kyosho
Ixo
Spark
Exoto
Neo Scale Models
Vitesse
Sunstar
Norev
BBR
Hot Wheels Elite
Biante
Classic Carlectables
Truescale Miniatures.
All of the above. Some are resin manafacturers. If you are looking for Ferrari models , then you want to look up Kyosho. Be prepared to pay though. Hotwheels Elite have a long licence for production of Ferrari models. They have also have a good range.
Bburago were always a budget make.
Minichamps P.M.A
CMC
HPI Racing
Ebbro
Kyosho
Ixo
Spark
Exoto
Neo Scale Models
Vitesse
Sunstar
Norev
BBR
Hot Wheels Elite
Biante
Classic Carlectables
Truescale Miniatures.
All of the above. Some are resin manafacturers. If you are looking for Ferrari models , then you want to look up Kyosho. Be prepared to pay though. Hotwheels Elite have a long licence for production of Ferrari models. They have also have a good range.
Bburago were always a budget make.
Edited by NismoGT on Monday 26th March 18:17
Edited by NismoGT on Monday 26th March 18:20
I tend to buy mine through http://www.minimodelshop.co.uk/
They have 10% off plus cash back though quidco quite often.
They have 10% off plus cash back though quidco quite often.
Bungleaio said:
I tend to buy mine through http://www.minimodelshop.co.uk/
They have 10% off plus cash back though quidco quite often.
I have only just started looking at model cars again after a few years away, but have only ever bought what I considered decent models in 1:18 e.g. Auto Art and then primarily Rally Cars (Richard Burns Impreza, McRae Focus, Makkinen EVO 6 etc) Last year whilst my Cayenne was in for a service I picked up a 1:18 Norev GT3RS in grey from the main dealer, and last month bought a Le mans BMW GT3 in 1:18 to go with my E30 M3 Ravaglia. Thinking that was me done for a while tonight whilst casually browsing this thread I foolishly looked at the link that you posted and have now ordered an Aqua Blue GT3RS Norev to go with my grey model and also a 1:18 Auto Art Cayenne to go with my real one. I fear that my casual browsing has already become an expensive addiction, and I place the blame firmly with you and post.They have 10% off plus cash back though quidco quite often.
5tu.
Dr G said:
I'll add Otto to that list; not the single 'best' models but they're very, very good and cost <£50 were most of the stuff above now floats around £100 for a 1:18.
Forgot about them. One of the best 1:18 makers out there at the moment.Bodies are sealed resin and the subject matters are great. Bargains for less than 40 euros each.
5TUE said:
I have only just started looking at model cars again after a few years away, but have only ever bought what I considered decent models in 1:18 e.g. Auto Art and then primarily Rally Cars (Richard Burns Impreza, McRae Focus, Makkinen EVO 6 etc) Last year whilst my Cayenne was in for a service I picked up a 1:18 Norev GT3RS in grey from the main dealer, and last month bought a Le mans BMW GT3 in 1:18 to go with my E30 M3 Ravaglia. Thinking that was me done for a while tonight whilst casually browsing this thread I foolishly looked at the link that you posted and have now ordered an Aqua Blue GT3RS Norev to go with my grey model and also a 1:18 Auto Art Cayenne to go with my real one. I fear that my casual browsing has already become an expensive addiction, and I place the blame firmly with you and post.
5tu.
5tu.
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