[jacobfountain58]

I have the Acme '70 W-30 in Sebring Yellow, it's formidable! One of my favorites, not surprised to hear those are appreciating. And the '72 W-30 Convertible in Radiant Green is on pre-order right now

As for cranking windows, that's an insane feature! I do have one model with actual functioning window cranks - the GMP '70 Plymouth Hemi GTX. I rolled one up halfway and down to make sure it worked and left the other one alone; I was afraid of snapping it off.

They're cool cars to have. I was trying to figure out which GMP model had functioning windows and that car came to mind! I'd be scared to move them in fear of breaking something. Lol

 

[BK1]

I'd have to look for a different color 'cause of my Tiger Gold '66 GTO but man, that may be a bucket list model.

Once again Acme to the rescue! 😄 They released it some time ago in white and red and although they show out of stock, I occasionally come across them at retailers still. Other than the dog dish hubcaps, they look the same. If you want new that is. Not sure of the colour range, on the old GMP releases, but a lot more than just gold.

I rolled one up halfway and down to make sure it worked and left the other one alone; I was afraid of snapping it off.

I'd be scared to move them in fear of breaking something.

Surpisingly the mechanism itself is quite robust. I've rolled them up and down over a dozen times without issue. I'm always gentle with it and never force it though (nor allow anyone else to do it). GMP must have known this would be the feature to show, as everyone I've ever shown it to, regardless of whether they collect or not, has been impressed, and so designed it well. I have it on the original release '70 Road Runner. I see that Acme is still releasing new variations of it, but can't tell if it still comes with that feature or not.

 

[jacobfountain58]

Once again Acme to the rescue! 😄 They released it some time ago in white and red and although they show out of stock, I occasionally come across them at retailers still. Other than the dog dish hubcaps, they look the same. If you want new that is. Not sure of the colour range, on the old GMP releases, but a lot more than just gold.





Surpisingly the mechanism itself is quite robust. I've rolled them up and down over a dozen times without issue. I'm always gentle with it and never force it though (nor allow anyone else to do it). GMP must have known this would be the feature to show, as everyone I've ever shown it to, regardless of whether they collect or not, has been impressed, and so designed it well. I have it on the original release '70 Road Runner. I see that Acme is still releasing new variations of it, but can't tell if it still comes with that feature or not.

I thought so! Gentle hands for that sort of thing lol. But good question I'm not totally sure if ACME had that feature or not. More than likely not as it's more pieces and moving parts and perhaps a cost cutting measure but who knows! I'm sure someone who has one could chime in and have the answer! 😊

 

[BK1]

Incidentally, I just noticed in the specs for the new 1970 Coronet Super Bee has the roll up/down window feature. At least that knowledge hasn't been lost and is being used!

 

[jacobfountain58]

Incidentally, I just noticed in the specs for the new 1970 Coronet Super Bee has the roll up/down window feature. At least that knowledge hasn't been lost and is being used!

Yessir! I agree!

 

[JSB 33]

Why I collect 1:43, I paid $10 for mine,

 

[jacobfountain58]

Why I collect 1:43, I paid $10 for mine,
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Such a beautiful looking car real or not! I like the the LS6 Chevelles. I saw one on mecum auto auctions last night go for a shit ton of money it was a convertible black with white stripes and black leather interior. I think it was $500k

 

[fnbadaz06]

I've got a number of 1:18 Lane and Acme 70 Chevelle SS 454's, both in coupe and convertible form, as well as a few ERTL's and 1:24 Franklin Mint versions.
Goes with my 1:1

Actually, I bought a Exact Detail that had a screwed up paint job to repaint in Gobi Beige and optioned out to match my car.

 

[Scottimus]

You mentioned that you were going to do that! I'd love to see the result on the model. And again.... man, that Chevelle is magnificent. I love the rally wheels! Which engine/tranny do you have in it?

 

[fnbadaz06]

You mentioned that you were going to do that! I'd love to see the result on the model. And again.... man, that Chevelle is magnificent. I love the rally wheels! Which engine/tranny do you have in it?

I kinda feel bad about modding a low production run model, but, oh well......

 

[BK1]

I kinda feel bad about modding a low production run model, but, oh well......

I can't tell the overall condition of the Chevelle, other than the chip and broken wheel, but if it's in as bad condition as you say and it's missing the box, low production run or not, it's quite devalued and would've likely been sold for parts. Take heart that it's only the colour combo that is truly limited. These Chevelle's are regularly released in new colour combos and have been for years.

 

[fnbadaz06]

I can't tell the overall condition of the Chevelle, other than the chip and broken wheel, but if it's in as bad condition as you say and it's missing the box, low production run or not, it's quite devalued and would've likely been sold for parts. Take heart that it's only the colour combo that is truly limited. These Chevelle's are regularly released in new colour combos and have been for years.

The paint isn't in really bad condition....the big chip is the most significant damage.
I have to source a replacement wheel (the one that is missing) but have the other parts to repair it.
Getting the emblems off the fenders might be a challenge, and finding replacement decals for the hood and deck lid.
The one good thing about this specific car is that this is a vinyl top model, where most versions of this model are not. My car is a vinyl roof optioned car so recreating that on a non-optioned model car is a blessing.
I'll have to see if I can get any replacement parts from the manufacture, as I'm aware that they release different body colors of this car on a semi-regular basis...... they have the upcoming Shadow Grey painted car in the works.