RE: [Chrysler300] 1:24 Model C-300

["Rich Barber" <c300@xxxxxxx>]

I received the 1:24 model (in white) today and I can say that it is
definitely recognizable as a 1955 C-300.  It is essentially a shrunken
version of the rather tacky 1:18 model recently released by MotorMax.  It
even has the same license plate number CA 200SRE D.  It has the 1956 300-B
PowerFlite pushbutton pod and no Impaler as it should have (the 1:18 model
has the Impaler).  Hood, trunk and doors open with a wheel well, but no
spare in the trunk.  Proper Delta Wing air cleaner and 6-Volt battery.
Grille fit and appearance is really bad.  Quarter windows up, but no chrome
edge trim.  Vestigial a/c vents on top of the rear fenders, but NO outside
rear view mirrors.  Hood and trunk medallions are readable, wide WSW, but
wheels look like smooth chromie aftermarket with four slots.  Door sill
plate cover detail is nice.  Proper oval exhaust tips, but resonators behind
each muffler.

Overall, an acceptable conversation piece, but not concours quality.  Also
available in red and the ever-popular seafoam green on e-Bay.

C-300'ly
Rich Barber
Brentwood, CA
1955 C-300's of various sizes and shapes
-----Original Message-----
From: Chrysler300@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:Chrysler300@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx] On
Behalf Of Rich Barber
Sent: Thursday, April 20, 2006 8:12 PM
To: '300 club'
Subject: [Chrysler300] 1:24 Model C-300

C-300 model enthusiasts might want to look at e-Bay item No. 6050900486
This 1:24 model does not look too precise, but my original won?t fit on my
desk.  I bought this white one and the model was also offered in red, black
and the ever-popular sea green (???).  I did note the accurate-looking oval
exhaust tips, but the wheels look hinky!  Let?s don?t get our knickers in a
knot again on models, this is just informative.  I?ll let you know what it
looks like up close and personal.

Below is text from the ad, also hinky.
 
Here is a just released brand new?model of the 1955 Chrysler 300 that took
the country by storm some 51 years ago! This was the landmark year that
Chrsyler Corporation took the bull by the horns and left their stodgy image
in the dust! It was the turning point in Chrysler, where they re-defined
their place in the automotive world. They FINALLY left their old
underpowered flat sixes & eights behind them. The "MUSCLE" car was born at
Chrysler. This was an exciting car to say the least with their bold front
end styling which is still alive today in the new 2006 Chrysler 300! The
model of this car is VERY nicely done, featuring an opening hood with the
big OHV V8 under it, opening doors with a "correct" interior, opening trunk
~ sans spare & wheels that turn via the steering wheel. The overall finish
of the model is excellent and does justice to this classic beauty! This
model is totally stock & correct ~ a must have model for the MoPar folks and
all other collectors of fine models.?Cars like this make me just?LUV this
hobby! The photos are of the actual model being sold & were taken by me.?
Shipping for the model is $8.00?for the USA & Canada. Shipping outside the
USA is $14.00 for the 1st item. ?Pay by PayPal, cash, money order or
personal cheque. DON'T SEE THAT "SPECIAL" CAR OR TRUCK? PLEASE VISIT MY E
BAY STORE FOR HUNDREDS MORE TO SELECT FROM? @?
http://stores.ebay.com/ALS-DIECAST-TREASURES_W0QQsspagenameZl2QQtZkm 

C-300?ly,
Rich Barber
Brentwood, CA
1955 Chrysler C-300?s (1:1, 1:18, 1:24, 1:25, 1:43, 1:64)




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