1/6 F1 Model

[SD F1]

I heard today that there is a run of 25 limited edition F1's being produced at the 1/6 scale. These should be quite the hot item! Anyone hear anything?


WG

[Peloton25]

We've had two discussions in the past. The first thread most likely relates to the story you have heard, though he hasn't been back to share anymore info with us. The photos in the thread aren't working, but I can re-host them later.

1/5th scale model of beloved F1

There's also this thread (with working images) of some large scale models made by/for McLaren in the past.

Wanted: Big Scale Mac Model

>8^)
ER

[SD F1]

Originally Posted by Peloton25

We've had two discussions in the past. The first thread most likely relates to the story you have heard, though he hasn't been back to share anymore info with us. The photos in the thread aren't working, but I can re-host them later.

1/5th scale model of beloved F1

There's also this thread (with working images) of some large scale models made by/for McLaren in the past.

Wanted: Big Scale Mac Model

>8^)
ER

Thanks P! I got looking after I found that photo on the MclarenFreak temp site. I found a company in Canada that is making the 25 and they are sending me the info later this week. You'll get it as soon as I do.


WG

[SD F1]

What are the restrictions on producing these models? I assume you have to get permissions from all real manufacturers etc.?

Just curious.


WG

[HUMMERH1]

Originally Posted by Peloton25

We've had two discussions in the past. The first thread most likely relates to the story you have heard, though he hasn't been back to share anymore info with us. The photos in the thread aren't working, but I can re-host them later.

1/5th scale model of beloved F1

There's also this thread (with working images) of some large scale models made by/for McLaren in the past.

Wanted: Big Scale Mac Model

>8^)
ER

HOLY S**T! I mean damn!
The black GTR at the back and next to the McLF1 engine looks awesome. AWESOME! That's absolutely car model's benchmark!
That's how every single model should look like. Well, then again of course. McLaren built it. U can expect excellent quality from it. Attention to detail lol
But can I buy one of those? Not the blue GTR model, but the black one. GODDAMN, the black one looks absolutely stunning!

[Peloton25]

I'm going to guess and say that its not for sale. Looks to be a solid core model - possibly made for wind tunnel evaluations, then taken to the next level with all the extra detail, but I can't be sure of that. It is damn cool though.

>8^)
ER

[HUMMERH1]

I t really is sad, because all those(well pretty much) models out there don't match my expectation

[SD F1]

Originally Posted by SD F1

Thanks P! I got looking after I found that photo on the MclarenFreak temp site. I found a company in Canada that is making the 25 and they are sending me the info later this week. You'll get it as soon as I do.


WG

Here is the information:

Hi Wayne,

Thanks for your call. My wife delivered our baby this weekend
so I am only checking emails remotely for the next short while. In any
case, here is what we can say so far to advertise the McLaren F1:

1. I am going to make 25 of them, but this number may increase depending
upon popularity. However, the edtion will never be larger than say 64 at
most, and most probably will be just 25.
2. Any version will be available but we will start with the standard
road car in a variety of colors first, and then continue with the LM,
GTR, etc. in all race liveries. We will also be doing 'post race'
versions ie. The UENO Clinic car with grease, dirt, etc. the way it
looked after LeMans.
3. The model will be 1/5 scale, about 3 feet long and around 50 lbs. No
parts will open which is standard for large scale models built in such
tiny numbers by cottage industry type builders. However, everything
visible will be highly detailed to include body, engine, cockpit, brake
rotors, etc. and the paint finish will be exceptional.
4. The model will be ready within 6-9 months.
5. Retail will be around US$10 000 but this might change.

MB.


So guys here are the details. He ahs asked me to wait on letting everyone know who he is until he gets the item up and running. Then he will start posting here himself. He asked me to get items from all of you that you would like to see on these cars (as the experts you are) and he will do his best to accomodate.

WG

[mclarenmaniac]

Originally Posted by SD F1

Here is the information:

Hi Wayne,

Thanks for your call. My wife delivered our baby this weekend
so I am only checking emails remotely for the next short while. In any
case, here is what we can say so far to advertise the McLaren F1:

1. I am going to make 25 of them, but this number may increase depending
upon popularity. However, the edtion will never be larger than say 64 at
most, and most probably will be just 25.
2. Any version will be available but we will start with the standard
road car in a variety of colors first, and then continue with the LM,
GTR, etc. in all race liveries. We will also be doing 'post race'
versions ie. The UENO Clinic car with grease, dirt, etc. the way it
looked after LeMans.
3. The model will be 1/5 scale, about 3 feet long and around 50 lbs. No
parts will open which is standard for large scale models built in such
tiny numbers by cottage industry type builders. However, everything
visible will be highly detailed to include body, engine, cockpit, brake
rotors, etc. and the paint finish will be exceptional.
4. The model will be ready within 6-9 months.
5. Retail will be around US$10 000 but this might change.

MB.


So guys here are the details. He ahs asked me to wait on letting everyone know who he is until he gets the item up and running. Then he will start posting here himself. He asked me to get items from all of you that you would like to see on these cars (as the experts you are) and he will do his best to accomodate.

WG

WOW!!
Only $10,000 thats really cheap.......i will have to sell my real car..
MM

[SD F1]

Originally Posted by mclarenmaniac

WOW!!
Only $10,000 thats really cheap.......i will have to sell my real car..
MM

Well, look at it like this. You can get a $10k credit card. If the West #8 car is the best example appreciation, and the 1/12th editions are middle of the road examples then this should do well as an investment.

Personally, I will not sell the one I buy, ever, unless of course Life or death is the other option.

I will keep you guys up to date as things progress.

Regards
WG

[F1 monster]

You are actually going to buy one for $10,000?

[ArchangelGTR]

$10,000 for a closed model... unlicensed even. Would have to see the details.

[Peloton25]

If done 'right' I have no doubt it could be an impressive piece. Unfortunately, if I'm buying a car for $10,000 it better have a real engine and a seat I can fit in. I'm going to want to take it for a drive and even at that price, it had better be quick or at least a lot of fun.

I'm certainly interested in the finished product here, but unfortunately not from the standpoint of a real customer.

>8^)
ER

[F1 monster]

Peloton, what do you think a sensible price would be for something like this if it were mass-manufactured instead of handmade?

I am thinking $300-500.

[jvcardesign]

Hello Everybody....
about these 1/5 models for the Mclaren, i find it very, very interesting....
congratulations to the person in Canada who will be working on those babies....you had a great idea, of course you have to have a very good sopnsor or investment so you can make them. and you have to have also a 3D model so you can 'print' the model in resin or whatever you'll use to do it using the milling machine.

anyway, because i'm a Car Designer, i also understand what the cost of that is. i would say that 10k US should be OK for some piece like that in that scale.
'cause last year when i graduated i developed my thesis car Project, which was a Jaguar Sport car, and me and my partner did the Exterior and Interior separately in 1/5 and 1/4 scale models.

they look amazing, and they were milled in polyurethane or PS ( in italian is called Poiuretano ) and painted in a Prototype company here in Turin, italy, http://www.cecompitalia.com/italiano/index.html

and the exterior model cost only 15K Euros and the interior around 10K
here i send u a couple of pics s ou can see the quality you can reach with these models. ( notice that these models don't even have the engine or nothing, and having present that the hood is supposed to be in glass!!! )
here are the pics of my project.
so honestly i would like to have some day one 1/5 mclaren so i can put it next to my JAG!! i think i might do it in a close future!!


BTW, how can i get in contact with this person in Canada?