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DL
May 17th, 04, 05:56 AM
A buddy of me is trying to find a scale-model of his car here in Europe. He is searching a few years now :eek: but still nothing! He also tried the internet but failed also.

I was wondering if someone knows a place (in the USA) websites or toy-shops where his car can be found (1:18 preferabely, but every other scale is also ok.....)

He has a 1964 Dodge Dart GT convertible. Red with white top and an L6 engine. Also red with white interior.

Any websites or info is welcome!!
Thanks in advance

Vintage 68
May 17th, 04, 06:06 AM
This web site was posted in a recent thread - http://www.diecastmuscle.com/store/Home

Have you tried a 'search' on here ?

ORENCH
May 17th, 04, 06:10 AM
Check here. scale models (http://scalemodel.net/) graemlins/thumbsup.gif

Mark B
May 19th, 04, 06:47 PM
www.diecastmusclecars.com (http://www.diecastmusclecars.com) is another good
one

Steve W
May 20th, 04, 07:25 AM
Anyone know where I can find MY car in a die-cast model? 68 Camaro convertible (non-rs).

ORENCH
May 21st, 04, 03:46 AM
Originally posted by Steve W:
Anyone know where I can find MY car in a die-cast model? 68 Camaro convertible (non-rs). Not easy Steve, haven't you thought about modifying a coupe model? You know, carefully cutting the roof? A Dremel works wonders on that kind of small jobs. Also, lots of people modify existing models to fit their need. ;)

Vintage 68
May 21st, 04, 05:23 AM
Originally posted by ORENCH:
Not easy Steve, haven't you thought about modifying a coupe model? You know, carefully cutting the roof? A Dremel works wonders on that kind of small jobs. Also, lots of people modify existing models to fit their need. ;) Exactly what I had to do to get a good model of mine.
Started with an AMT 1968 Camaro Z-28 and "blended" it with parts from AMT and Revell 1969 Camaro Convertibles to get a 1968 SS 'Rag' with all the right options.
I would recommend repeated passes with an Xacto Knife or razor blade over a Dremel for top removal. The Dremel can be a little hard to control when making the cuts near the Windshield Header, The knife or blade gives you much more control for these fine cuts. (ps: if your "knife control" skills are still developing - use a pair of those Kevlar 'fish skinner' gloves to keep your finger count from decreasing...)
Sectioning and blending of the interior parts and the Covertible Boot may also be necessary to get a great fit if you are as 'fussy' as I am...

The "easy way" may be to check your local 'Pump & Slurp' station - the ones near me always seem to have a supply of 67/68 ??? Camaro's in both the 'hard' and 'rag' flavors in lots of colors with goofy "dubs" on them. A quick change of wheels and "viola" - your car, okay almost...

Alberta 68RS/SS
May 21st, 04, 06:41 AM
Hey Steve W

Does this work?

http://www.ediecast.com/products/edjl938.html