What should be my first model?
Ultimateone
10-15-2001, 10:38 PM
I am an extreme Bmw fan, been looking around for an 850 but cant seem to find one yet. Ive seen the Skylines, Integras and a few Rally's but unsure what would you all recommend?
p.s. No Honda Civic,Accord type stuff
p.s. No Honda Civic,Accord type stuff
Jay!
10-15-2001, 10:49 PM
I could only find one:
http://www.phoenix-model.com/images/Revell_Germany/RGH7183.jpg
It's made by Revell-Germany (sister company to Revell-Monogram in the U.S.), and I found it here (http://www.phoenix-model.com/rg_cars.htm). I've never seen the kit, so I don't know how good it is. But, if it's a car you like, you may be willing to go through the trouble of trying anyway. It looks good in the pic. :D
If you're new to modeling altogether, read this thread (http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/t8468.html) to get an idea of what you're getting into. :devil:
http://www.phoenix-model.com/images/Revell_Germany/RGH7183.jpg
It's made by Revell-Germany (sister company to Revell-Monogram in the U.S.), and I found it here (http://www.phoenix-model.com/rg_cars.htm). I've never seen the kit, so I don't know how good it is. But, if it's a car you like, you may be willing to go through the trouble of trying anyway. It looks good in the pic. :D
If you're new to modeling altogether, read this thread (http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/t8468.html) to get an idea of what you're getting into. :devil:
JE123
10-15-2001, 10:58 PM
Do you know if that was the type of BMW used in that old Chevy Chase movie? Demi Moore starred in the movie, but I can't remember the name of it. It is about that junkyard that blows up at the end of the movie. Dan Akroyd also stars in it.
The BMW in the movie was really cool. I think it would be cool to make a model of it.
The BMW in the movie was really cool. I think it would be cool to make a model of it.
Jay!
10-15-2001, 11:01 PM
I lied: I found two 850i on ebay. Too bad they're in Germany:
http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1650633309
http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1650881571
http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1650633309
http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1650881571
Ultimateone
10-15-2001, 11:07 PM
Woah you were fast, I've spent like 4 months looking and you 10 minutes!!! Anyways thanks I ordered the 8. Will update on how its going.
Thanks a bunch.
Thanks a bunch.
Jay!
10-15-2001, 11:08 PM
Originally posted by Ultimateone
Woah you were fast, I've spent like 4 months looking and you 10 minutes!!! Anyways thanks I ordered the 8. Will update on how its going.
Thanks a bunch. The first one? Already? Wow. Have you ever built model kits before?
Woah you were fast, I've spent like 4 months looking and you 10 minutes!!! Anyways thanks I ordered the 8. Will update on how its going.
Thanks a bunch. The first one? Already? Wow. Have you ever built model kits before?
Ultimateone
10-15-2001, 11:08 PM
Originally posted by JE123
Do you know if that was the type of BMW used in that old Chevy Chase movie? Demi Moore starred in the movie, but I can't remember the name of it. It is about that junkyard that blows up at the end of the movie. Dan Akroyd also stars in it.
The BMW in the movie was really cool. I think it would be cool to make a model of it.
No that was an old 7 series lowered and with nice old school rims. That car was nuts though.
Do you know if that was the type of BMW used in that old Chevy Chase movie? Demi Moore starred in the movie, but I can't remember the name of it. It is about that junkyard that blows up at the end of the movie. Dan Akroyd also stars in it.
The BMW in the movie was really cool. I think it would be cool to make a model of it.
No that was an old 7 series lowered and with nice old school rims. That car was nuts though.
Ultimateone
10-15-2001, 11:11 PM
Originally posted by jay@af
The first one? Already? Wow. Have you ever built model kits before?
Well Im 25 now, so I havent in 10 or 12 years. I used to be in Rc cars like incredibly after the models, than that stopped. After I got my beamer Ive wanted to start again as a little weekend hobby so here I am. You guys are really good on here, so your making me want to do well on my first kits.
The first one? Already? Wow. Have you ever built model kits before?
Well Im 25 now, so I havent in 10 or 12 years. I used to be in Rc cars like incredibly after the models, than that stopped. After I got my beamer Ive wanted to start again as a little weekend hobby so here I am. You guys are really good on here, so your making me want to do well on my first kits.
Jay!
10-15-2001, 11:15 PM
Originally posted by Ultimateone
Well Im 25 now, so I havent in 10 or 12 years. I used to be in Rc cars like incredibly after the models, than that stopped. After I got my beamer Ive wanted to start again as a little weekend hobby so here I am. You guys are really good on here, so your making me want to do well on my first kits. Then I would advise doing a few practice kits before trying your special model. ;) Go to WalMart and pick up a kit or two at $8 a pop and try out the tricks we talk about here. :D And feel free to ask questions. :D :D :D
And check out the "Starting out" thread I linked to above for a list of stuff you'll need. ;)
Well Im 25 now, so I havent in 10 or 12 years. I used to be in Rc cars like incredibly after the models, than that stopped. After I got my beamer Ive wanted to start again as a little weekend hobby so here I am. You guys are really good on here, so your making me want to do well on my first kits. Then I would advise doing a few practice kits before trying your special model. ;) Go to WalMart and pick up a kit or two at $8 a pop and try out the tricks we talk about here. :D And feel free to ask questions. :D :D :D
And check out the "Starting out" thread I linked to above for a list of stuff you'll need. ;)
Ultimateone
10-15-2001, 11:35 PM
Yah thats probably a good idea, theres a Plymouth Prowler at my Walmart, I guess that should be my guinea pig eh? Read the post its very informative.!
Jay!
10-15-2001, 11:36 PM
:D Cool. Tear that Prowler up! ;)
Guiddy
10-16-2001, 03:55 AM
I built the super detailed Revell 750iL when I was 16, and that was awesome!
The boot opened to reveal the tools in a pull down hatch! Great engine too, and wood trim! That one didn't survive though!:(
The boot opened to reveal the tools in a pull down hatch! Great engine too, and wood trim! That one didn't survive though!:(
Ultimateone
10-16-2001, 10:58 AM
Good to hear about that 7 series but not about what happened..anyways Im sure it will take alt least a week or so to arrive, will keep you guys updated.
Guiddy
10-20-2001, 06:28 PM
Here you go, pics of the Revell kit......
http://www.kunta-ripley.com/m_cars/euro/E_BMW850_1.jpg
http://www.kunta-ripley.com/m_cars/euro/E_BMW850_2.jpg
http://www.kunta-ripley.com/m_cars/euro/E_BMW850_1.jpg
http://www.kunta-ripley.com/m_cars/euro/E_BMW850_2.jpg
JE123
10-20-2001, 06:47 PM
Originally posted by Ultimateone
No that was an old 7 series lowered and with nice old school rims. That car was nuts though.
Do you know if a car like that was ever produced as a model car?
No that was an old 7 series lowered and with nice old school rims. That car was nuts though.
Do you know if a car like that was ever produced as a model car?
Guiddy
10-20-2001, 06:48 PM
Originally posted by JE123
Do you know if a car like that was ever produced as a model car?
How old? Give me a year!
Do you know if a car like that was ever produced as a model car?
How old? Give me a year!
JE123
10-20-2001, 06:49 PM
Originally posted by Guiddy
How old? Give me a year!
I don't really know for sure but I am guessing early 90s.
How old? Give me a year!
I don't really know for sure but I am guessing early 90s.
Guiddy
10-20-2001, 06:53 PM
Originally posted by JE123
I don't really know for sure but I am guessing early 90s.
The one I had was about 1992! I'll see if I can find a pic!
I don't really know for sure but I am guessing early 90s.
The one I had was about 1992! I'll see if I can find a pic!
Jay!
10-20-2001, 07:15 PM
What model is this? It looks big enough to be a 7-series, maybe...
1/24 BMW Schnitzer
http://www.hlj.com/images/fuj/fuj12066.gif (http://www.hlj.com/cgi-local/hljpage.cgi?FUJ12066)
1/24 BMW Schnitzer
http://www.hlj.com/images/fuj/fuj12066.gif (http://www.hlj.com/cgi-local/hljpage.cgi?FUJ12066)
JE123
10-20-2001, 11:10 PM
That looks like it. Now if I could find the right rims.
Guiddy
10-21-2001, 08:16 AM
Originally posted by JE123
That looks like it. Now if I could find the right rims.
What are you after?
That looks like it. Now if I could find the right rims.
What are you after?
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