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Originally Posted by gionc
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Said that the kit has muuuch things that would be better also without considering that is not 100% accurate with the original car: it looks just pantographed starting from a great 1/24 kit: details are not so crispy as Trump used us with 1/32 aicrafts, and chrome is horrible..
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This is so true. Trump has $200 aircraft and ships which far surpass this effort. P-47's with complete supercharger and radial detail, Tomcats with every conceivable ordinance, radar and complete engines-almost all of which get closed unless you build a cut-away. And many others for the military modelers.
I was particularly sad because the 427 Sideoiler engine is so poor. I'm fortunate to have one and reference for me is very easy. Even though it's buried in the car I added better details and finishes.
I also have the Exoto 1/10 model of chassis 1015 (car #1, 2nd place LeMans ) This is a superb model and yes, the larger scale helps-but there are very few, very minor carps with this. I just don't want to try a disassembly to improve it because of it's value. But it looks fantastic to all but the most experienced GT-40 lovers.
Would like to see other builds and finished models. Bob-any interest?? Melchiori's build was a rush-job which cut many corners.