Which scale model is the best?

[The AJP Griff]

Has anyone compared the new Spark brand Griff model to the SMTS one for detail and such? I'd quite like to have a model of the car and like many would prefer it in my own car's colours so I wondered whether to re-paint the Spark one or build an SMTS from scratch?
I don't suppose there is a larger scale Griff model out there ?

[V8 GRF]

The AJP Griff said:

I don't suppose there is a larger scale Griff model out there ?

I've looked and surprisingly I've not found anything bigger than 1/43, also they're all quite disappointing. Foe example on that Spark model, the boot lid shape is totally wrong, the bonnet is too shallow and there's something else wrong with the side profile of the front that I can't put my finger on but I think it's too short in the panel between the door and the wheelarch.

Edited by V8 GRF on Wednesday 28th August 10:30

[EGB]

Spark model Ok for the casual observer. Yes the boot lid line perhaps could be redrawn, fill and recut the resin. Also rear exhaust could be re-bent to proper shape.
For a 1/43 scale detailing is pretty good. Tyres look like they have Bridgestone treads!. 4mm wing mirrors and rear mirror have insert reflective mirrors. Also, underneath detailing of chassis. This can be unscrewed.
Interior detailing also good for seats which have TVR logo on the head rests. Also facia detailing of dials, targa struts, handbrake, gear lever and wipers. Green haze top strip to windscreen.
PH and TVRCC perhaps could organise a petition to Spark fot a 1/24 scale. £100+. Just spent £160 on boring new Mira shower cartridge.

Winter job, exhaust, boot lid, number plates and a respray.

[griff50tvr]

It's a real shame that 1:18 models were not produced. I remember talking with Ben Samuelson at the factory about it and, at the time, he was working on it but, sadly, it all came to nought.

[300bhp/ton]

The AJP Griff said:

I don't suppose there is a larger scale Griff model out there ?

The 1:1 models are rather good, so I'm lead to believe

[V8 GRF]

griff50tvr said:

It's a real shame that 1:18 models were not produced. I remember talking with Ben Samuelson at the factory about it and, at the time, he was working on it but, sadly, it all came to nought.

So do you think there'd still be a market for 1:18 Griffiths?

[Belchy]

My 4 penneth!?!!
Would a 1/18th griff sell enough for a sound business plan ! No!
Would i buy one, and be happy to spend a decent amount ( eg. Minichamps/autoart money ) on it,
Definately yes, especially if it was in " fastest colour blue"!!!!

Thats my thoughts

Belchy

[V8 GRF]

Belchy said:

My 4 penneth!?!!
Would a 1/18th griff sell enough for a sound business plan ! No!
Would i buy one, and be happy to spend a decent amount ( eg. Minichamps/autoart money ) on it,
Definately yes, especially if it was in " fastest colour blue"!!!!

Thats my thoughts

Belchy

So you're talking £100?

[The AJP Griff]

300bhp/ton said:

The 1:1 models are rather good, so I'm lead to believe

They are indeed,very good! Trouble is my wife objects to the oil drips on the living room carpet when I show mine off on the mantle piece

A 1:18th scale would be brilliant, put me down for one please!

[griff50tvr]

Belchy said:

V8 GRF said:

griff50tvr said:

It's a real shame that 1:18 models were not produced. I remember talking with Ben Samuelson at the factory about it and, at the time, he was working on it but, sadly, it all came to nought.

So do you think there'd still be a market for 1:18 Griffiths?

My 4 penneth!?!!
Would a 1/18th griff sell enough for a sound business plan ! No!
Would i buy one, and be happy to spend a decent amount ( eg. Minichamps/autoart money ) on it,
Definately yes, especially if it was in " fastest colour blue"!!!!

Thats my thoughts

Belchy

Not quite sure I'd want to spend £100 on one but I agree with everything else, including the colour!

[Belchy]

£100?
Yep!

The day WILL when the car goes
Either the bank manager wont let me run it or my back wont let me get in it!
Sure not gonna be buried in it, viking style!
And when that time comes the bigger and more accurate the model that replaces it on the " cars ive owned" shelf in the lounge , the better
Any ho £ 100 = a few pairs of clarks shoes for the kids or a decent griff for the memories....
Best get binding their feet japanese style!

Belchy

[denzil]

Didn't the TVRCC used to offer a model Griff where you could spec colour and reg? I wonder if they could be made available again.