BTCC Models

[thompp]

The spoiler on it looks really out of place and spoils it. I don't think I'll be rushing to get one like it.

Thats why its called a spoiler......

[thetrooper_uk]

LOL very good. You seem to have the same sense of humour as me.

[PaulG]

The spoiler on it looks really out of place and spoils it. I don't think I'll be rushing to get one like it.

Well that's the spoiler that's on the race car and you can't rush to get one because it's not available

[cookingfat]

Well that's the spoiler that's on the race car and you can't rush to get one because it's not available

Doesn't look to scale to me!

[AlexD]

Nobody's perfect!

[GRAVETT]

yes nobody is perfect, i think thats a fantastic model ! really well done. would anyone have any idea of any comapnies that make decals? im currently having pinkneys 91 production sapphire made for me but still have'nt found a company to make the stickers. its in 1/18th scale, the model is pretty much left as it was but has been sprayed in the white and pi k colours, wheels painted white and the wheel mountings cut so it sits lower.

[alfa155btcc]

I have attached another photo of bbr decal and minichamps based alfa would like your views please ????

Please can anyone also tell me if they know of anywhere where i can buy these BBR Decal Sheets not kits

Mille Grazie
:s mokin:

[PaulG]

yes nobody is perfect, i think thats a fantastic model ! really well done. would anyone have any idea of any comapnies that make decals? im currently having pinkneys 91 production sapphire made for me but still have'nt found a company to make the stickers. its in 1/18th scale, the model is pretty much left as it was but has been sprayed in the white and pi k colours, wheels painted white and the wheel mountings cut so it sits lower.

Thank you very much for your positive comments much appreciated

[kmchow]

Ebbro make a diecast race version of the Integra and yes it is expensive to get it converted and even more expensive to get top quality decals made and here are some more photos
I assume you used the existing/original spoiler that came with the original model?

[PaulG]

No the spoiler on the diecast was totally different I had to have a new spoiler made from scratch

[PaulG]

I am always interested to read lists of what models people have so here is my list of British Touring Cars or British Saloon Cars as it was previously, all are championship winning cars

1981 Mazda RX7 Win Percy
1984 Rover Vitesse Andy Rouse
1985 Ford Merkur XR4ti Andy Rouse
1988 BMW M3 Frank Sytner
1989 Vauxhall Astra John Cleland
1990 Ford Sierra RS500 Robb Gravett
1991 BMW M3 Will Hoy
1992 BMW 318is Tim Harvey
1993 BMW 318is Joachim Winkelhock
1994 Alfa Romeo 155 Gabriele Tarquini
1995 Vauxhall Cavalier John Cleland
1996 Audi A4 Frank Biela
1997 Renault Laguna Alain Menu
1998 Volvo S40 Rickard Rydell
1999 Nissan Primera GT Laurent Aiello
2000 Ford Mondeo Alain Menu
2005 Honda Integra Matt Neal
2006 Honda Integra Matt Neal

[PaulG]

I am always interested to read lists of what models people have so here is my list of British Touring Cars or British Saloon Cars as it was previously, all are championship winning cars and 1/43 scale

1981 Mazda RX7 Win Percy
1984 Rover Vitesse Andy Rouse
1985 Ford Merkur XR4ti Andy Rouse
1988 BMW M3 Frank Sytner
1989 Vauxhall Astra John Cleland
1990 Ford Sierra RS500 Robb Gravett
1991 BMW M3 Will Hoy
1992 BMW 318is Tim Harvey
1993 BMW 318is Joachim Winkelhock
1994 Alfa Romeo 155 Gabriele Tarquini
1995 Vauxhall Cavalier John Cleland
1996 Audi A4 Frank Biela
1997 Renault Laguna Alain Menu
1998 Volvo S40 Rickard Rydell
1999 Nissan Primera GT Laurent Aiello
2000 Ford Mondeo Alain Menu
2005 Honda Integra Matt Neal
2006 Honda Integra Matt Neal

[daz90]

I would love a 1995 John Cleland Cavalier, and i dont think i have ever seen one come up for auction on eBay, i would imagine it would be a kit, bbr, for example?

[PaulG]

There is a kit available made by Formule Kits and they do come up on ebay but not very often they are rare

[KILOHMUNNS]

I am always interested to read lists of what models people have so here is my list of British Touring Cars or British Saloon Cars as it was previously, all are championship winning cars

1981 Mazda RX7 Win Percy
1984 Rover Vitesse Andy Rouse
1985 Ford Merkur XR4ti Andy Rouse
1988 BMW M3 Frank Sytner
1989 Vauxhall Astra John Cleland
1990 Ford Sierra RS500 Robb Gravett
1991 BMW M3 Will Hoy
1992 BMW 318is Tim Harvey
1993 BMW 318is Joachim Winkelhock
1994 Alfa Romeo 155 Gabriele Tarquini
1995 Vauxhall Cavalier John Cleland
1996 Audi A4 Frank Biela
1997 Renault Laguna Alain Menu
1998 Volvo S40 Rickard Rydell
1999 Nissan Primera GT Laurent Aiello
2000 Ford Mondeo Alain Menu
2005 Honda Integra Matt Neal
2006 Honda Integra Matt Neal

Very nice collection!! Interested to know how you made the 81 Mazda, the 2 Rouse cars and more importantly the 89 Astra of Cleland. Did you get the decals made by the same company? and which models did you use?

Any chance of pics?

[KILOHMUNNS]

I would love a 1995 John Cleland Cavalier, and i dont think i have ever seen one come up for auction on eBay, i would imagine it would be a kit, bbr, for example?

Sorry I've been greedy and have managed to pick up 3 of these kits all off ebay! But the last one I got was at least 2 years ago. I've made one of the kits but had major problems with decals (breaking up) and had to make the Briggs version. The other 2 are for Cleland and Thompson but I need to see if I can get the decals reproduced and I know one set are really poor quality.

[PaulG]

Very nice collection!! Interested to know how you made the 81 Mazda, the 2 Rouse cars and more importantly the 89 Astra of Cleland. Did you get the decals made by the same company? and which models did you use?

Any chance of pics?

For the Mazda I used a diecast and had it converted to a race car and there is a transkit made by Robustelli which had most of the decals and the guy who built it for me made the rest of the decals. The 2 Rouse cars are built kits that are rare but they do come up on ebay and for the 89 Astra I used an Opel Astra race car kit from Competition 43 and changed it to right hand drive and when I had it built the guy painted the red and yellow stripes on the front and rear and I had some of the decals needed and I had the other decals made. I will put some pics on soon.

[thompp]

I would be interested in any BTCC car from 2005 onwards.

[alfa155btcc]

Does anyone out there know of an option other than ebay when looking for Touring Car Models made by Minichamps ????
:s mokin:

[Captain VXR]

Model shops

[GRAVETT]

I've just come into possesion of a 1 43rd minichamps eggenberger sierra that won the 87 nurburgring 24 hour race. i now have 2 of these models and wondering if i was to sell one what sort of figure would i be looking at charging.

[alfa155btcc]

Model shops

very good, no i meant any other sites on the internet ?
:s mokin:

[Iain]

I've just come into possesion of a 1 43rd minichamps eggenberger sierra that won the 87 nurburgring 24 hour race. i now have 2 of these models and wondering if i was to sell one what sort of figure would i be looking at charging.

I usually look for identical or similar items for a rough idea.

[GRAVETT]

havent been able to find any to compare and seen as i bought the 2 in a job lot of models i have no clue what to expect from it. is it even a collectable model.

[alfa155btcc]

can you post a photo or 2 and should be able to let you know ?
:s mokin:

[PDS]

I've just come into possesion of a 1 43rd minichamps eggenberger sierra that won the 87 nurburgring 24 hour race. i now have 2 of these models and wondering if i was to sell one what sort of figure would i be looking at charging.

They are still avaliable to buy for £29.99! So, you will be lucky to get any more than that...

[GRAVETT]

thats what i thought pds, cheers for finding out for me. i bought the whole lot for £30 and already sold a ray bellm vlm 318is bmw for £50 so im happy.

[GRAVETT]

Another question, although not btcc models you guys know your stuff so i hope you can help.
i have a 1 18th jordan model signed by eddie jordan, fisichella, its mounted on the actual wooden plank from that car along with a piece of the race overalls from the team, the plank is signed by pretty much everyone from the jordan f1 team at that point. i would like a glass case to go over this and have the plank as the base. any idea how much a case would be for this sory of thing. the plank measures 44cm by 28 cm approx.
cheers for any help

[swedishsundays]

The ultimate BTCC model? A snip at £3500. If it was a Rydell I may have been interested! :)

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/BTCC-Ford-Mondeo-Touring-Car-Racecar-RS-Zetec-Cosworth_W0QQitemZ200114700461QQihZ010QQcategoryZ2 1654QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

[PaulG]

Here is a photo of my 89 John Cleland Astra

[PaulG]

and here's a photo of my Win Percy 1981 Mazda RX7

[daz90]

Here is a photo of my 89 John Cleland Astra


Very very nice! fancy selling it? ;)

I added the 1998 Pug 406, driven by Radisich last week to my collection, the first model i have bought for some time.

I am getting close now to completing my collection.

[PaulG]

Very very nice! fancy selling it? ;)

I added the 1998 Pug 406, driven by Radisich last week to my collection, the first model i have bought for some time.

I am getting close now to completing my collection.

I think you know the answer to that question

[PaulG]

See this link for Matt Neal's 2006 BTCC Championship winning Honda Intergra 1/43 model.

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/1-43-BTCC-2006-Champion-Matt-Neal-Honda-Integra-model_W0QQitemZ120135300505QQihZ002QQcategoryZ6836 8QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

[KILOHMUNNS]

See this link for Matt Neal's 2006 BTCC Championship winning Honda Intergra 1/43 model.

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/1-43-BTCC-2006-Champion-Matt-Neal-Honda-Integra-model_W0QQitemZ120135300505QQihZ002QQcategoryZ6836 8QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

I can't believe you are selling it! Why and do you think you will get your money back on it?

Do you fancy selling the Cleland Astra now????!!!!!???? lol

Good luck with the auction but I have already spent too much money this month on models.

I had a number arrive this morning to boost my collection:
1994 Lammers Volvo 850 Estate
1996 Rydell Volvo 850
1996 Kaye Honda Accord
1997 Watts Peugeot 406
1997 Leslie Nissan Primera
1997 Rydell Volvo S40
1998 Morbidelli Volvo S40

[vx1054]

Here is a photo of my 89 John Cleland Astra

Very impressed with your Astra of Cleland.

I'm in the process of making my own version of the car using the Competition 43 DTM Astra Kit. I have worked out how to make it and decal it, but I'm having trouble sourcing the wheels.

Can you help?

Thanks.

[PaulG]

Very impressed with your Astra of Cleland.

I'm in the process of making my own version of the car using the Competition 43 DTM Astra Kit. I have worked out how to make it and decal it, but I'm having trouble sourcing the wheels.

Can you help?

Thanks.

Iwas lucky, the guy who built the model for me converted it to right hand drive and he had a spare set of wheels that were the right ones but there are companies like grandprixmodels that sell sets of wheels so they should have the right ones

[KILOHMUNNS]

See this link for Matt Neal's 2006 BTCC Championship winning Honda Intergra 1/43 model.

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/1-43-BTCC-2006-Champion-Matt-Neal-Honda-Integra-model_W0QQitemZ120135300505QQihZ002QQcategoryZ6836 8QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem


Are you please with the price it went for? A nice little bidding war between 3 people, my mate bottled it at £100.01!!!!

[Iain]

Bought by the man himself by the looks of it.

[kmchow]

Bought by the man himself by the looks of it.
Man himself? Matt Neal??

[Iain]

Yup. Length77 was the username. One of his nicknames and his race number for many years.

[kmchow]

Yup. Length77 was the username. One of his nicknames and his race number for many years.
That doesn't mean it's Matt Neal. Anyone could come up with a related user name. I could create a "100+TDNissan" as my Ebay ID.

[tisme]

That doesn't mean it's Matt Neal. Anyone could come up with a related user name. I could create a "100+TDNissan" as my Ebay ID.
Yes... But look where Lenght77 lives!?!

[GRAVETT]

whats the interest on signed btcc models, i have a number im willing to part with and am wondering what the going rate is. i have 8 in total, cleland warwick, spense, radermaker volvo, gravett accord plus more

[PDS]

whats the interest on signed btcc models, i have a number im willing to part with and am wondering what the going rate is. i have 8 in total, cleland warwick, spense, radermaker volvo, gravett accord plus more

Are the models signed or is it the packaging that is signed?

[GRAVETT]

its the models that are signed in varying colours, ill get a full list when i get the time

[KILOHMUNNS]

I have had a flyer from TRAX models this morning as they are having a sale which includes the 04 Carl Breeze Alfa for only £9.99. Also it has the 1968 6hr Nurburgring Broadspeed Escorts 2 car set at £19.99. Most of the other models are from the DTM a few WTCC and the V8 series.
Unfortunately I have all the one I would have wanted!!
Here is the website if you are interested http://www.trax-modles.co.uk

[Alfa Fan]

Or http://www.trax-models.co.uk with models spelt correctly ;)

I was unlucky enough to pay full price for the two Schnitzer BMW 320si cars a week before they were reduced to £9.99

[KILOHMUNNS]

Or www.trax-models.co.uk (http://www.trax-models.co.uk) with models spelt correctly ;)

I was unlucky enough to pay full price for the two Schnitzer BMW 320si cars a week before they were reduced to £9.99

Ooops that was well checked before I posted it!!! :D

Bad luck, I hate it when that happens :(

[mattie007]

Just got me a Volvo S40 , very nice!

Im selling a few models if anyone is interested?

A David Leslie 1998 Primera, a Jenson Button BAR Honda 2005 and a MG Metro 6R4 Rally car from 1986.

[Captain VXR]

pm me primera price :)

[GRAVETT]

Sorry for the delay, heres the list of signed btcc models.

volvo s40 vincent radermeker btcc 1999
renault laguna russel spence btcc 1999 (also signed by the late will hoy who also drove the car)
vauxhall vectra mark lemmer btcc 1998
honda accord james thompson btcc 1997
renault laguna jean christophe boullion btcc 1999
honda accord robb gravett btcc 1998
honda accord roger moen btcc 1998
vauxhall vectra warwick and cleland bathurst 1000 1998

all signed by the drivers on the actual model.

[Jona]

I was going to order the Carl Breeze model from Trax Models but their order form page isnt a secure webpage and its where you have to enter your card details.

I know they are a legit company and a very good one from when i've seen them at meetings but this put me off from ordering.

Has anyone had any problems from their order page or been put off from ordering like I have?

[Alfa Fan]

I was going to order the Carl Breeze model from Trax Models but their order form page isnt a secure webpage and its where you have to enter your card details.

I know they are a legit company and a very good one from when i've seen them at meetings but this put me off from ordering.

Has anyone had any problems from their order page or been put off from ordering like I have?

No, I use them all the time :) Never had any problems, despite the unsecure ordering system. I wouldn't worry about it tbh, its just a mailto form which sends your details to their e-mail system, and whilst its unencrypted, the chances of you having a problem are remote at worst.

If your really worried, just give them a ring and order that way :) I've ordered from them online at least 20 times without a problem.

[Jona]

No, I use them all the time :) Never had any problems, despite the unsecure ordering system. I wouldn't worry about it tbh, its just a mailto form which sends your details to their e-mail system, and whilst its unencrypted, the chances of you having a problem are remote at worst.

If your really worried, just give them a ring and order that way :) I've ordered from them online at least 20 times without a problem.

Thanks mate, i'll order my model then!

[daz90]

I used to buy from Trax many years ago, back then (and i am talking ten years or so ago) it was all mail order (via the post) not this online gubbins we use these days, cant you still order via a catalouge and then through the post (Royal Mail) ?

Failing that, do Trax accept Paypal as a form of payment? instead of giving credit/debit card details you could pay them via Paypal? i know of a few sites that accept paypal that arn't linked to eBay at all.

And i would have thought a Carl Breeze Alfa would be cheaper from off eBay anyway, rather than from i direct company like Trax models.

[daz90]

Oh, i forgot this little link to one BTCC model i would love to buy, but its far too dear for me at this price...

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=140142177483&ssPageName=ADME:B:SS:UK:1

[Alfa Fan]

I used to buy from Trax many years ago, back then (and i am talking ten years or so ago) it was all mail order (via the post) not this online gubbins we use these days, cant you still order via a catalouge and then through the post (Royal Mail) ?

Failing that, do Trax accept Paypal as a form of payment? instead of giving credit/debit card details you could pay them via Paypal? i know of a few sites that accept paypal that arn't linked to eBay at all.

And i would have thought a Carl Breeze Alfa would be cheaper from off eBay anyway, rather than from i direct company like Trax models.

You can still post/telephone orders yes. No paypal though. I wouldn't expect to find the Breeze Alfa for less than £10 on ebay. Only one listed on ebay atm is £15. (btw I'm not their salesperson :-P )

[daz90]

Yes its true that the Breeze Alfa is going for around 15 pounds on eBay, but surely that is still about a fiver cheaper than Trax? (i havn't checked that myself though).

[El Sween]

I have used Trax for years. They are very good. Just give them a call.

[Alfa Fan]

Yes its true that the Breeze Alfa is going for around 15 pounds on eBay, but surely that is still about a fiver cheaper than Trax? (i havn't checked that myself though).

It's £10 on Trax atm in the bargain section :)

[Iain]

Models of the Team RAC BMW 320si have been made. But in extremely limited numbers and as far as I am aware, are not on sale to the public. I saw one for myself on Saturday there.

[Alfa Fan]

Where?

[Iain]

In Northern Ireland, as a prize in a charity raffle held at a rally sponsored by the Turkingtons.

[Alfa Fan]

Ah ok, I really wish they'd release it properly. Who was it made by?

[Iain]

Looked like a Spark version to me going by the grey base. Didn't see it close up, but it had a custom Team RAC sleeve on it. Might be just an internal RAC release for now, but hopefully it'll become commercially available eventually. I'm sure there's a market for it.

[daz90]

It's £10 on Trax atm in the bargain section :)

:) you cant beat a bargain bucket so fair enough.

[DukesOfLondon]

I can confirm that there is both a Turkington and Onslow-Cole team Rac modelproduced. See image attached.

We produced these for team RAC. As i understand it they will only be used internally and possible prizes, the only thing i can suggest is to keep an eye on Ebay.

[vx1054]

Hi,

Will be listing these items on ebay this evening (between 8 and 9) if anyone is interested, I also have a Racing Replicas 1994 John Cleland Vauxhall Cavalier (GM Card Livery) which I might sell if the price is right.

The Vectras are:

1996 Vauxhall Vectra - John Cleland
1996 Vauxhall Vectra - James Thompson
1997 Vauxhall Vectra - Derek Warwick (A Livery - White)
1998 Vauxhall Vectra - Derek Warwick
1999 Vauxhall Vectra - Mark Blair
1997 Vauxhall Vectra - BATHURST - John Cleland & James Kaye
1998 Vauxhall Vectra - BATHURST - John Cleland & Derek Warwick

Thanks.

[KILOHMUNNS]

I can confirm that there is both a Turkington and Onslow-Cole team Rac modelproduced. See image attached.

We produced these for team RAC. As i understand it they will only be used internally and possible prizes, the only thing i can suggest is to keep an eye on Ebay.

Can you tell us how many were produced?
Will you be making any more that will go on sale to the general public?

As there are alot of people who would like one.

[Iain]

I was told there were only 100 made. Whether these were 100 of each driver or 100 in total, I don't know.

[thompp]

I can confirm that there is both a Turkington and Onslow-Cole team Rac modelproduced. See image attached.

We produced these for team RAC. As i understand it they will only be used internally and possible prizes, the only thing i can suggest is to keep an eye on Ebay.


drool...drool....want one......

[vx1054]

Here are some pictures of the 1992 Prodrive BMW I have been converting. Thought I’d start with an easier one first, I also plan to do the 1992 Vic Lee BMW for Harvey and Soper. Not sure what driver to do yet, I’m thinking of doing both Alain Menu and Colin McRae. Started with a Minichamps base, had to de-decal it, then respray it. Have started to decal it, just need to do the front end and the windows and add the correct numbers. Hope these are of some interest!

[vx1054]

Here's another picture!

[PDS]

Looks good.. how did you remove the decals and why did you need to re-paint it white?

[vx1054]

Looks good.. how did you remove the decals and why did you need to re-paint it white?

Thanks, I found that some were decals and some of the car was painted. I used WD40 to remove the decals it had, then had to T-Cut the rest. The problem was in some places it went to bare metal and in the corners I couldn't remove all the paint (Original car was white, but had alot of blue and red along the sides), hence the respray.

[PDS]

A lot of minichamps have their 'decals' painted on. The early M3's are okay, all waterslide decals. But the new BMW's are all painted... unlike the spark models..

I have just started to make a Mat Jackson BMW. Just need to sort the decalling out, I have a good friend helping me at the moment!
All the original decals came off no-problem, so no need to paint the car.

BTW, I never used WD-40 before..

[vx1054]

A lot of minichamps have their 'decals' painted on. The early M3's are okay, all waterslide decals. But the new BMW's are all painted... unlike the spark models..

I have just started to make a Mat Jackson BMW. Just need to sort the decalling out, I have a good friend helping me at the moment!
All the original decals came off no-problem, so no need to paint the car.

BTW, I never used WD-40 before..

I didn't know that until I tried getting them off. I presumed they were all waterslide from my Tamiya kit days!

The Mat Jackson project sounds interesting, I saw a fairly basic Minichamps WTCC BMW E90 at Brands yesterday and thought about buying it for a conversion (either Jackson or Turkington) but didn't. I haven't tried making my own decals yet, but was thinking of scanning and printing my own, but I'm going for the easier ones for the time being.

[KILOHMUNNS]

I didn't know that until I tried getting them off. I presumed they were all waterslide from my Tamiya kit days!



I made the same mistake with a M3 so had to strip the lot (the back end was painted red). In the process of re-spraying to make a 91 Prodrive BMW.

[KILOHMUNNS]

I have just started to make a Mat Jackson BMW. Just need to sort the decalling out, I have a good friend helping me at the moment!


How is making your own decals going? Have you sorted the decals sticking on to the paper yet?
I must confess I haven't tried yet, I keep putting it off!

ps sorry I forgot to do the multiquote!!

[PDS]

Just getting the artwork sorted..

[Les]

so was there a Vauxhall model give away at Brands?

[vx1054]

Have finished my first BTCC conversion more a less. Decided to go with Alain Menu first as he's a double BTCC champ! Some of the later decals were a bit harder to attach than the earlier ones especially the black bumper pieces.

I couldn't get rid of the original driver's name off the rear side window. So I had to cut around it and replace it with a slightly oversize peice and stick it in place. Also haven't got around to replacing the wheels yet, but at least these are black and from a distance it doesn't notice.

Think I'll try the 1992 Vic Lee BMW of Harvey next, just need to find a paint match for the green!

[Iain]

The huge 19 inch wheels are what I most remember about the Prodrive car.

[PDS]

The huge 19 inch wheels are what I most remember about the Prodrive car.

Yeh

This was the normal look..
http://www.stillphotography.co.uk/gallery/v/Motorsport-Photography/saloon/btcc/album25/92_menu_don_w.jpg.html

But I preferred it looking like this...
http://www.stillphotography.co.uk/gallery/v/Motorsport-Photography/saloon/btcc/album25/92_sugden_brands_w.jpg.html

[vx1054]

Yeh

This was the normal look..
http://www.stillphotography.co.uk/gallery/v/Motorsport-Photography/saloon/btcc/album25/92_menu_don_w.jpg.html

But I preferred it looking like this...
http://www.stillphotography.co.uk/gallery/v/Motorsport-Photography/saloon/btcc/album25/92_sugden_brands_w.jpg.html

I'm still undecided on which to do, I think I might go with the black wheels as they featured more on the car that season.

[KILOHMUNNS]

Think I'll try the 1992 Vic Lee BMW of Harvey next, just need to find a paint match for the green!

I could do with some help on this as well. I have found the paints to mix the colour from Humbrol paints, but I can't get the mixture right for the spray gun (I don't like using Humbrol paints).

Anybody got any other suggestions?

vx1054, if it help the mixture for the Humbrol paints are

40% Gloss White (Humbrol 22, Gunze Sangyo 1)
30% Yellow Green (Humbrol 38, Gunze Sangyo 16)
30% Sky Blue (Humbrol 48, Gunze Sangyo 25)

[PaulG]

I have just listed this on ebay if anybody is interested

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/1-43-Matt-Neal-2005-BTCC-Honda-Integra-Champion_W0QQitemZ250160604102QQihZ015QQcategoryZ6 8368QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

[vx1054]

I could do with some help on this as well. I have found the paints to mix the colour from Humbrol paints, but I can't get the mixture right for the spray gun (I don't like using Humbrol paints).

Anybody got any other suggestions?

vx1054, if it help the mixture for the Humbrol paints are

40% Gloss White (Humbrol 22, Gunze Sangyo 1)
30% Yellow Green (Humbrol 38, Gunze Sangyo 16)
30% Sky Blue (Humbrol 48, Gunze Sangyo 25)

Thanks for the paint idea Kilomunns, haven't ever tried Humbrol paints before. The only other lead I came across was with the Decals for the Harvey car. The baymo instructions says for paint to use Vauxhall Mint Green, I have tried looking for this paint but to no avail so far.

[GRAVETT]

just found a 1 43rd volvo 850 estate as driven by rydell in the btcc. anyone any ideas of the value, or if anyone is interested in it let me know

[vx1054]

just found a 1 43rd volvo 850 estate as driven by rydell in the btcc. anyone any ideas of the value, or if anyone is interested in it let me know

It depends if it's a Minichamps or Motorart. If it's Motorart they are on ebay for around £10. If it's Minichamps your talking anything between £50 and £80, don't let it go for less than £50.

[vx1054]

just found a 1 43rd volvo 850 estate as driven by rydell in the btcc. anyone any ideas of the value, or if anyone is interested in it let me know

It depends if it's a Minichamps or Motorart model. If it's Motorart they sell on ebay for around £10, but are not as detailed or as good a quality as the Minichamps. Hopefully it is a Minichamps as they sell from £50 to £80. I wouldn't let it go for less than £50 though. Hope this helps.

[GRAVETT]

it's a motoart one which i got signed by rydell and tom walkinshaw, totally forgot i had it.

[GRAVETT]

also found a ray bellm 1992 vic lee bmw 318

[vx1054]

it's a motoart one which i got signed by rydell and tom walkinshaw, totally forgot i had it.

I wouldn't really know what that would be worth then, I've seen Minichamps signed by Rydell go for £80. As it's signed by both Rydell and Walkinshaw should make it very exclusive. May be worth putting on ebay with a decent reserve and see if it makes it.

[GRAVETT]

Good idea, I shall do that shortly, Ive also jjust found 2 other motorpro handbuilt models, a 1990 gravett rs500 and a 1991 gravett sapphire, in pretty good condition considering they are over 15 years old and handbuilt.

[KILOHMUNNS]

The only trouble with the reserve is the minimum you can reserve it for is now £50 and I'm not sure it would go for that price if it's a Motorart.

The 2 motopro cars should go quite well, especially the 1990 one as there haven't been many of them on ebay. The last one I saw was a couple of years ago and I bought it. :D It wasn't excellent condition thought but acceptable! But I can't remember how much I paid for it.

Are you going to put them on ebay soon? The Bellm car interests me and that on my hit list :s pin: :s pin:

[GRAVETT]

the bellm car isnt in mint condition some of the decals have become tatty but still looks good, just needs a clean up.

[vx1054]

[quote="KILOHMUNNS"]The only trouble with the reserve is the minimum you can reserve it for is now £50 and I'm not sure it would go for that price if it's a Motorart.

That's a possibility, but if it goes for lower it's your choice whether you accept it or not. I sold some old Vincent books last year with a £150 reserve, it didn't make it, but I accepted the last bid of £128.

[thetrooper_uk]

I have just seen in Diecast legends mag that Trofeu are releasing a BTCC 1988 Ford Sierra 2 car set of Rouse and Soper. The price is £55.99 which I think is reasonable for the set.

[GRAVETT]

Thats been rumoured, announced then cancelled many times already, so we'll have to wait and see if the latest announcement will finally happen.

[KILOHMUNNS]

I've ahd it on pre order with Trax for at least 6 months along with the 87 Sierra of Rouse.

[vx1054]

I've ahd it on pre order with Trax for at least 6 months along with the 87 Sierra of Rouse.

Same here, also on TRAX is the 1989 Sierra of Rouse, which I presume is a reissue?

[Iain]

Not strictly BTCC model related, but a question about Ixo models. Why do they have screws holding the cars to the base with triangular-shaped holes in them? :s And how do you get the things off, as I don't know of a triangle screwdriver......

[thompp]

Not strictly BTCC model related, but a question about Ixo models. Why do they have screws holding the cars to the base with triangular-shaped holes in them? :s And how do you get the things off, as I don't know of a triangle screwdriver......


Toblerone make them :D

[vx1054]

That sounds like a security screw to me. When I used to put advertising up as a Merchandiser they were secured with a screw with triangular holes. They used to supply a screw driver/keyring so you could undo them, as a normal screw driver wouldn't work. I can see if I have a spare lying around?


Not strictly BTCC model related, but a question about Ixo models. Why do they have screws holding the cars to the base with triangular-shaped holes in them? :s And how do you get the things off, as I don't know of a triangle screwdriver......

[Iain]

I'll take a photo in a little while and show you what it looks like. Never seen anything like it before. It's on two Ixo Aston Martin DBR9s, but has never been on any other Ixo cars I've seen.

[malscar]

Not strictly BTCC model related, but a question about Ixo models. Why do they have screws holding the cars to the base with triangular-shaped holes in them? :s And how do you get the things off, as I don't know of a triangle screwdriver......

So IXO can sell you their special screwdriver and make even more money off you

Here you go http://www.biante.com.au/product_17793.htm

[thetrooper_uk]

Just get a normal phillips screwdriver and cut the end off then file it to the shape you need. Just use an old one you have that's a bit worn down.

[PDS]

I thought most people keep their models in their boxes and consign them to a dark place, normally, the attic!

[KILOHMUNNS]

I have to admit that the majority are in a cupboard but I can display 42 in cabinets, so I tend to rotate them.

[KILOHMUNNS]

I have just seen in Diecast legends mag that Trofeu are releasing a BTCC 1988 Ford Sierra 2 car set of Rouse and Soper. The price is £55.99 which I think is reasonable for the set.

They have finally been released and waiting for mine to be delivered from TRAX.

Also appearing on ebay!!

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=330179972449&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT&ih=014

Typical that it's cheaper than I paid!!!! :( But I wanted to ensure I got it.

[Alfa Fan]

Only by £5 and the auction hasn't ended!

[KILOHMUNNS]

I'll take a photo in a little while and show you what it looks like. Never seen anything like it before. It's on two Ixo Aston Martin DBR9s, but has never been on any other Ixo cars I've seen.

Here is the link for an IXO screwdriver seller in the UK. Selling for £1.50.

http://www.minimodelcars.co.uk/diecast-model-car/model-ixo-screwdriver-138001

[vx1054]

Did anyone see the Racing Replicas Mondeo of Radisich that sold at the weekend? Went for £104.54!!! A bit over the odds in my opinion! Lucky to get mine for about £20!

Here is a link to it:

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=150177949209&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT&ih=005

[thetrooper_uk]

I was watching that and it didn't look that great. I wouldn't have paid that much anyway.

[Les]

I was pleased to find a 2006 Yvan Muller Seat at the weekend - lovely looking model

[thompp]

I was pleased to find a 2006 Yvan Muller Seat at the weekend - lovely looking model

where can you get hold of recent (2005+) models..?

[Les]

seems they are available - we got ours from our local model shop

[kmchow]

seems they are available - we got ours from our local model shop
In 1/43 or SCX scale?

[daz90]

I was watching that and it didn't look that great. I wouldn't have paid that much anyway.


I was also watching it, i think it was about £35 with a day or so to go, and i went to bid on it, but it was then upto a hundred odd quid, i decided against bidding in the end.

Pity too, its one i need to finish my collection. I also require a 1994 Tarquini Alfa, and while they have appeared on eBay recently, they always fetch silly money, or if they dont i forget about them and miss out.


Anyway, in recent months my BTCC list has grown a little, i now have all three Privater Mondeos from 95, Gravett, Cox and Neal, Aillo's championship winning Primera from 99, which effectivly means i now own each Onyx car produced, i think i might be one or two short, but i do now have pretty much all of them.

I have also seen the two Sierra's by Trofue, i dont have one yet, i will buy the set at some point, but i think i would rather have the Rouse car in its own seperate case, not so bothered about Soper's Sierra. Thats being picky though, its better value on eBay to buy them in the set, than on the very rare ocasion that the old Soper first edition comes on the Auction.

[btcc-thunder]

someone i know who works in a model shop has just informed me that theres a btcc team rac scaletrix bmw on the new release sheets, thought it might be off interest, no sign of it on the website, cheers

[Vaughan2005]

someone i know who works in a model shop has just informed me that theres a btcc team rac scaletrix bmw on the new release sheets, thought it might be off interest, no sign of it on the website, cheers

http://www.ontracks.co.uk/index.php?page=product&prodID=79340&catID=1297

...Bit of a Wait though...3rd Quarter 2008 :(

[3Focus]

I started an online petition a while back for various Ford diecasts to be made. It followed on to many people looking a model of the Rapid Fit Mondeos and I would like a model of Will Hoy's last win in the Duckhams Mondeo at a wet Silverstone. I emailed Spark and they said they will look into it.

I wouldn't be as keen on the recent BTCC models as it has went down greatly in my estimations. I hate seeing Honda Civics and Leons scooting around and the BMW and Vectra look stupid without the big alloy wheels from the last great BTCC era :(

[Les]

slightly different but Thompson's 2007 Alfa was on sale at Autosport - £30.... think I'll wait until I am at a WTCC meeting for that

[Alfa Fan]

You can buy it online from either TRAX at £24.99 or GPL at £29.99. Surprised it's not sold out yet, some of the others have.

[PaulG]

I started an online petition a while back for various Ford diecasts to be made. It followed on to many people looking a model of the Rapid Fit Mondeos and I would like a model of Will Hoy's last win in the Duckhams Mondeo at a wet Silverstone. I emailed Spark and they said they will look into it.

I wouldn't be as keen on the recent BTCC models as it has went down greatly in my estimations. I hate seeing Honda Civics and Leons scooting around and the BMW and Vectra look stupid without the big alloy wheels from the last great BTCC era :(

The Rapid Fit Mondeo from the 2000 season Alain Menu model has been available for quite a long time from http://www.tinwizard.de

[Alfa Fan]

It's very very expensive for a 1:43 model, especially as the quality isn't great.

[daz90]

I started an online petition a while back for various Ford diecasts to be made. It followed on to many people looking a model of the Rapid Fit Mondeos and I would like a model of Will Hoy's last win in the Duckhams Mondeo at a wet Silverstone. I emailed Spark and they said they will look into it.

I wouldn't be as keen on the recent BTCC models as it has went down greatly in my estimations. I hate seeing Honda Civics and Leons scooting around and the BMW and Vectra look stupid without the big alloy wheels from the last great BTCC era :(


My senitimets exactly, my collection covers the super touring period only, and will do so. The only exceptions i allow are the Sierra Cosworths pre 1989.

Anyway, i wish i could get my hands on some of the rarer produced models, like the Toyota Carina, any year, as long as its BTCC, i would also like the late Mondeo hatchback, and a 1995 Cavalier. But you dont often see the build it yourself kits come up on eBay.

[mattie007]

It's very very expensive for a 1:43 model, especially as the quality isn't great.

Near £100 for that!
It looks awful, grille is a complete mess and the whole thing is out of proportion!

[daz90]

I wish Onyx or Minichamps would make a return to building good BTCC replicas. But i doubt there is the market for them these days.

[PaulG]

Near £100 for that!
It looks awful, grille is a complete mess and the whole thing is out of proportion!

I have a couple of these models and they are definately not out of proportion and the only fault with the grille in the picture on the website is that the decal hasn't been applied properly which is easily rectified.

[3Focus]

I have a couple of these models and they are definately not out of proportion and the only fault with the grille in the picture on the website is that the decal hasn't been applied properly which is easily rectified.

It looks like a converted 94 Mondeo. The wheels don't look right in that pic. The whole car isn't low enough.

[PaulG]

It looks like a converted 94 Mondeo. The wheels don't look right in that pic. The whole car isn't low enough.

It's not a converted 94 mondeo it was modelled on the 2000 minichamps road car version and converted to the race car and the ride height is correct with the actual model unfortunately the picture doesn't do it justice as it is of the first one made which was done in a hurry to get the car out. I am very pleased with the ones that I have and I am very particular with what I collect I wouldn't have a poorly built model in my collection.

[WSRfan82]

http://img98.imageshack.us/img98/2104/dscf0177vj8.th.jpg (http://img98.imageshack.us/my.php?image=dscf0177vj8.jpg)

[WSRfan82]

http://img245.imageshack.us/img245/9422/dscf0006zv3.th.jpg (http://img245.imageshack.us/my.php?image=dscf0006zv3.jpg)

[WSRfan82]

im into the bigger 1:10th stuff :)

[WSRfan82]

http://img179.imageshack.us/img179/5848/dscf0008ge4.th.jpg (http://img179.imageshack.us/my.php?image=dscf0008ge4.jpg)

[WSRfan82]

http://img258.imageshack.us/img258/2517/dscf0078ji7.th.jpg (http://img258.imageshack.us/my.php?image=dscf0078ji7.jpg)

http://img258.imageshack.us/img258/399/dscf0084ao6.th.jpg (http://img258.imageshack.us/my.php?image=dscf0084ao6.jpg)

[WSRfan82]

the mondeo im in the middle of doing now hopeing it will be finished for the start of BTCC 2008...fingers crossed

its for niki laniks team got the logos and name decals to put on just waiting for them to be made

[3Focus]

It's not a converted 94 mondeo it was modelled on the 2000 minichamps road car version and converted to the race car and the ride height is correct with the actual model unfortunately the picture doesn't do it justice as it is of the first one made which was done in a hurry to get the car out. I am very pleased with the ones that I have and I am very particular with what I collect I wouldn't have a poorly built model in my collection.

Could you show us a photo please?

[PDS]

Talking of Ford's! Well I'm sure someone was...

Spotted this listed on the Trax site as a future model in 1/43rd from Minichamps.

P908011 - Ford Sierra RS500 - BTCC 1990 - Rob Gravett..

I will have to replace my exisiting model!

[VXRDartford]

Just stumbled across as BTCC Vectra 2007 1:43 model that is coming out. Not sure if I am aloud to pot a link as was told off either on this forum or the btcc.net one but if you go to oxford die cast on their home page it has a picture of it. Not sure of the quality but it looks ok in the pictures.

If I can post link let me know and I will

[PDS]

Please post a link.. I can't see it on their site!

[VXRDartford]

Please post a link.. I can't see it on their site!

here it is

http://www.oxforddiecast.co.uk/new%20tooling.htm

[PDS]

Great! That looks worth a serious look!

http://www.oxforddiecast.co.uk/images/vect001%20front.jpg

Can't find a price!

[Marc W]

I thought it looked pretty good, until I realised it was a saloon rather than the hatchback of the actual car! I'd probably still buy one though. Oxford Diecast models are generally pretty cheap so it could be as low as £10.

[Iain]

Looks good, shame it appears to be the 4 door model though?

[PDS]

Well spotted!

It is a saloon model!?!

[Marc W]

I thought the same,but when you look at the back view, the boot doesn't look quite long enough for the saloon, but it's certainly way too long for the Hatchback too. That rear wing looks way too small as well. I'd imagine it will be quite cheap as Oxford models are often under £10. I think I'd probably still buy one despite the odd looking rear end as we don't often get BTCC models.

[Alfa Fan]

We really need someone like Spark, Minichamps or IXO just to take a gamble and make a whole set of 1:43 BTCC cars. If they made the right ones I'm sure they'd sell enough.

[kmchow]

We really need someone like Spark, Minichamps or IXO just to take a gamble and make a whole set of 1:43 BTCC cars. If they made the right ones I'm sure they'd sell enough.
Considering if they're the only guys around, they should do well? OTOH, if they do well one year, the next year, the other guys may produce their own set?

[Captain VXR]

really want the vectra model

[Iain]

We really need someone like Spark, Minichamps or IXO just to take a gamble and make a whole set of 1:43 BTCC cars. If they made the right ones I'm sure they'd sell enough.

Agreed. Spark did a really good job with the RAC BMW, I'm sure they'd sell plenty of them if they were to be produced for commercial markets.

Here's mine: http://www.flickr.com/photos/iainw81/2205183992/in/set-72157603755055835/ :D

[KILOHMUNNS]

Talking of Ford's! Well I'm sure someone was...

Spotted this listed on the Trax site as a future model in 1/43rd from Minichamps.

P908011 - Ford Sierra RS500 - BTCC 1990 - Rob Gravett..

I will have to replace my exisiting model!

Excellent news if it happens. I will also have to replace my exisiting poorly built Motopro model. I expect it will the later version of the car complete with all the sponsers. I may still keep the Motorpro one and scape off most the the decals the have the earlier version with few sponsers, shouldn't be too difficult as they were never put on properly anyway!!!



Just stumbled across as BTCC Vectra 2007 1:43 model that is coming out. Not sure if I am aloud to pot a link as was told off either on this forum or the btcc.net one but if you go to oxford die cast on their home page it has a picture of it. Not sure of the quality but it looks ok in the pictures.

If I can post link let me know and I will

Does anyone know what sort of quality Oxford Diecast are like? Any they more the Corgi Vanguard type of model? Will probably still get one (even if the backend doesn't look right!) unless someone else releases one. (please Minichamps!!)


Agreed. Spark did a really good job with the RAC BMW, I'm sure they'd sell plenty of them if they were to be produced for commercial markets.

Here's mine: http://www.flickr.com/photos/iainw81/2205183992/in/set-72157603755055835/ :D

I so want that model! :evil: I wish they would release it to use commoners who would be willing to pay for it :D

[Les]

I so want that model! :evil: I wish they would release it to use commoners who would be willing to pay for it :D

they should release the two models... I am sure they would sell but I am pleased with my one...

[KILOHMUNNS]

they should release the two models... I am sure they would sell but I am pleased with my one...

:mad: I so want that one as well!!!

No chance of us mere mortals owning one. I'll have to keep looking on ebay for a very small chance of seeing one on there, probably to be rudely beaten in the dying seconds. I'm now going away to sulk and bombarding Spark with hourly emails pleading with them to release it. :disturb:

Does anyone know how many they actually made?

[Iain]

I was told 200. Whether that was altogether, 100 of each driver or 200 of each driver, I can't remember.

They were only available to RAC employees and Team RAC members, drivers, friends and families, so I'm not sure if you'd ever see any turn up on eBay, as they are quite a special momento to have.

[Marc W]

Autoart have announced they are making 1/18 scale versions of Rickard Rydell's 1994 and 1995 BTCC Volvos. The estate from 1994 sounds especially interesting! The price seems a bit steep, but I guess they may be available for less elsewhere once they are released. They don't appear to be on Autoart's own website yet.

1994

http://www.grandprixlegends.com/DieCastSite/D_LeMansSportscars_I_Volvo_118Scale(DieCast)/AA89494%28GPL_BaseCatalog%29/DieCast.htm

1995

http://www.grandprixlegends.com/DieCastSite/D_LeMansSportscars_I_Volvo_118Scale(DieCast)/AA89594%28GPL_BaseCatalog%29/DieCast.htm

(I'm not suggesting whether people should buy them from here or not, it was just the easiest place to link to at the time!)

[Alfa Fan]

Too many models have been announced recently - my pre-order list is getting very expensive!!!

SL118004 1:18 PEUGEOT 908 #8 LE MANS 2007 £29.99
AA80646 1:18 PRIAULX 2006 WTCC BMW £59.99
GY67515 1:18 SEAT LEON WTCC GENE £34.99
AA80746 1:18 PRIAULX 2007 WTCC BMW £59.99
AA80706 1:18 ASTON MARTIN DBR9 #007 LE MANS 2007 £54.99

And now these two Volvos.....

[WSRfan82]

does any one know were i can find good 1:18 touring car models ive tryed ebay and some on there but im looking for the older DTM and Super tourers models

[WSRfan82]

alfa fan were did you see the 1:18th seat leon wtcc im after one of those myself

[sal]

http://www.foxtoys.cz/image/Vystavy/nrb08/norimberk08/index.htm?80,0

Pics here from the recent Nuremburg Toy Fair. Some tourers amongst the other models to look out for.

[daz90]

I see that Minichamps will be releasing a 1990 Rob Gravett BTCC Sierra.

Linky - http://www.grandprixlegends.com/DieCastSite/pages/product/product.asp?ctgry=D_LeMansSportscars_I_Ford_1990Se ason(DieCast)&prod=P908011%28GPL_BaseCatalog%29&ctlg=DieCast

[KILOHMUNNS]

How about this for an overpriced model!

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/FORD-SIERRA-COSWORTH-TOURING-CAR_W0QQitemZ160208030533QQihZ006QQcategoryZ223QQs sPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

[PDS]

I see that Minichamps will be releasing a 1990 Rob Gravett BTCC Sierra.

Linky - http://www.grandprixlegends.com/DieCastSite/pages/product/product.asp?ctgry=D_LeMansSportscars_I_Ford_1990Se ason(DieCast)&prod=P908011%28GPL_BaseCatalog%29&ctlg=DieCast

Keep-up daz90.. already mentioned here two pages back! http://btccpages.motorsportforum.com/forums/showpost.php?p=420852&postcount=392

[WSRfan82]

How about this for an overpriced model!

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/FORD-SIERRA-COSWORTH-TOURING-CAR_W0QQitemZ160208030533QQihZ006QQcategoryZ223QQs sPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

woooow!!!!!!!!!!!!! £70 for a 1:43 model thats crazy money ok its a nice one but £70 think hes wishing there i dont pay that for 1:18th's

[daz90]

Keep-up daz90.. already mentioned here two pages back! http://btccpages.motorsportforum.com/forums/showpost.php?p=420852&postcount=392



Sorry.

Not been on here for awhile, and i didn't bother to look further back than the odd page.

[vx1054]

here it is

http://www.oxforddiecast.co.uk/new%20tooling.htm

Just had an email reply from Oxford Diecast regarding the Vectra model. They said it should be available to order 'April Time', they haven't said a price yet.

[WSRfan82]

Just had an email reply from Oxford Diecast regarding the Vectra model. They said it should be available to order 'April Time', they haven't said a price yet.


guessing but id think it would be about £25-£30 and it will sell like hot cakes. sad as its not in 1:18th or id get one

[Marc W]

I wouldn't be surprised if it was even cheaper. Their other models are normally under £10.

[Iain]

Well, somebody made a lot of money on ebay last night didn't they? An entire collection up for sale, most of them MotorPro and Racing Replicas models. I watched a few of the auctions, but they went for silly money. Guess I'll never get that 1994 Cleland Cavalier.

[vx1054]

Well, somebody made a lot of money on ebay last night didn't they? An entire collection up for sale, most of them MotorPro and Racing Replicas models. I watched a few of the auctions, but they went for silly money. Guess I'll never get that 1994 Cleland Cavalier.

He sure did! Luckily won the Nutall and Smith Cavaliers, to finish my Cavalier Collection. Was frantic bidding as he had alot of the cars ending at the same time. Did see KILOHMUNNS and daz90 bidding too. The Motorpro Sierra's went for crazy money, esp the Gravett one seeing as it will be released by Minichamps soon! What did the 1994 Cavalier go for?

[KILOHMUNNS]

Oh yeah! I ended with absolutely nothing :( .

I have got both of th Cavaliers but these were in better condition. I really wanted the Hoy and Harvey/Soper BMW's but both went for over £65!

I saw that DAZ90 finally got the 89 Rouse Sierra he's wanted for a while.

The guy who sold them is a nice bloke and as I've had quite a few dealings with him in the past and we've done a few swaps. He's decided to concentrate just on his Rally collection. It was good so see how much people were willing to pay as I've got most of the models he was selling (plus lots more), gives a good idea how much the collections worth.

May have to insure them seperately from the household insurance can anyone recommend any specialist companys?

[Iain]

What did the 1994 Cavalier go for?

I think it went for £53 or thereabouts. The same as one went for a few weeks ago actually. I've more or less given up with it now. Think I was lucky to get the 1993 car for £39 a couple of years back.

I see there are some 1/24 resin models of the Cleland 1992 and 1995 Cavaliers, plus the Leslie Cavalier of 1992 and 1993 ending next week. They have a reserve on them, so no doubt they'll be very expensive!

[KILOHMUNNS]

Isn't it a minimum of £50 reserve on ebay now?

[daz90]

He sure did! Luckily won the Nutall and Smith Cavaliers, to finish my Cavalier Collection. Was frantic bidding as he had alot of the cars ending at the same time. Did see KILOHMUNNS and daz90 bidding too. The Motorpro Sierra's went for crazy money, esp the Gravett one seeing as it will be released by Minichamps soon! What did the 1994 Cavalier go for?


I was after the Nuttal Cavalier, thats the only Cavalier i needed to finish my Cavalier collection. No way was i paying what it went for though, glad a true collector got it though mate.

I did buy one of the models, the Rouse Sierra. Although i bid on a few and lost out. Gutted about the motorpro Sapphire, and i really wanted the 94 Tarquini Alfa, but that was too high for me to even bid on.

[vx1054]

I see there are some 1/24 resin models of the Cleland 1992 and 1995 Cavaliers, plus the Leslie Cavalier of 1992 and 1993 ending next week. They have a reserve on them, so no doubt they'll be very expensive!

Thanks for the heads up with the Cavaliers. Had a parcel today with the 1992 Cleland, Leslie and 1993 Leslie Cavaliers. Quite impressed with the detail of a resin model. Gutted I missed the 95 Cleland car.

[Iain]

No probs, they were way out of my price range probably and I don't have the room for much more at the moment, but glad somebody got them. :)

[daz90]

There is another 89 Rouse Sierra on eBay at the minute, not under the btcc search, but just search for Sierra and you will find it. You might also find i am curretly bidding on it, but thats a mistake, i got a rush of blood and bid on it, forgetting i allready own one.

[KILOHMUNNS]

I see that the 2007 Vectra has been delayed until next month.

And they are also releasing 'New Vauxhall Vectra BTCC 2008 winning car - 1:43rd Scale'.

http://www.oxforddiecast.co.uk/new%20tooling.htm

[PDS]

Don't think there will be many BTCC cars... BUT, Trax are selling all there cars in stock at HALF PRICE until April 30!

http://www.trax-models.co.uk/Trax/Pages/Half%20Price%20Offer.html

[Alfa Fan]

I got the Soper/Rouse Ford Sierra Cosworth BTCC 1988 2-car set half price, which was pretty good, £27.

[thompp]

There's a lot of stuff on there I'd be interested in...F1, WTCC, DTM, le mans, FIA/GT......but if I got into it I iknow it would start to get very expensive and I would very soon run out of space. Going to have to bite my tongue for the minute.......

[vx1054]

I see that the 2007 Vectra has been delayed until next month.

And they are also releasing 'New Vauxhall Vectra BTCC 2008 winning car - 1:43rd Scale'.

http://www.oxforddiecast.co.uk/new%20tooling.htm

Just seen on Grand Prix Legends that the Giovanardi car is ready to pre-order, only £14.99, a bargain!

http://www.grandprixlegends.com/DieCastSite/pages/product/product.asp?ctgry=D_ForthComingProducts(DieCast)&prod=OXF2007%28GPL_BaseCatalog%29&ctlg=DieCast

[Iain]

And we've got the 1994 GM Card Vauxhall Cavalier at last. Woohoo! :D

A rare model was sold tonight, the 1994 RML-built Opel Vectra/Vauxhall Cavalier ran by HKS of Anthony Reid in the Asia-Pacific series.

[thompp]

Just seen on Grand Prix Legends that the Giovanardi car is ready to pre-order, only £14.99, a bargain!

http://www.grandprixlegends.com/DieCastSite/pages/product/product.asp?ctgry=D_ForthComingProducts(DieCast)&prod=OXF2007%28GPL_BaseCatalog%29&ctlg=DieCast

Thanks for that - I've pre-order mine.

[Marc W]

Just seen on Grand Prix Legends that the Giovanardi car is ready to pre-order, only £14.99, a bargain!

http://www.grandprixlegends.com/DieCastSite/pages/product/product.asp?ctgry=D_ForthComingProducts(DieCast)&prod=OXF2007%28GPL_BaseCatalog%29&ctlg=DieCast

I hope Oxford can improve on that tiny rear wing before release.

[AndySpeed]

Anyone interested in the following?
Tom coronel Seat:
http://www.scalextric.com/cars-3/c2762-null/product.html
Jordi Gene Seat:
http://www.scalextric.com/cars-3/seat-leon-livery-1-c2704/product.html
Jason Plato Seat:
http://www.scalextric.com/cars-3/seat-leon-livery-2-c2705/product.html

And at the bottom of this page you might see that they plan on producing Andy Priaulx's WTCC car and Colin Turkington's Team RAC BMW.
http://www.scalextric.com/2008-range/the-2007-range-rallt-touring-cars,93,SAR.html

I know that Scalextric are a different scale to most other cars but the detail is very good especially if you're not too bothered about the scale.

[thompp]

The JP SEAT looks good, but it appears to be out of stock.

[vx1054]

And we've got the 1994 GM Card Vauxhall Cavalier at last. Woohoo! :D

A rare model was sold tonight, the 1994 RML-built Opel Vectra/Vauxhall Cavalier ran by HKS of Anthony Reid in the Asia-Pacific series.

Well done on getting the GM Card Cavalier, I was the one that won the HKS Model of Anthony Reid, was a bargain at £22.00 :)

[Iain]

Definitely, haven't seen that model since it was advertised in a magazine in 1994! :)

The Scalextric models really are top notch these days as has been said. The Leon's a tough cookie as well, it kept breaking my TVR Tuscan last summer during our Le Mans marathon. :p :

[kmchow]

So can I assume Oxford Diecasts got awarded the official rights to produce it? They beat out Minichamps, Spark, etc...

Or is this an unofficial model?

I don't really care that much. it's nice to be able to buy a 1/43 S2000 Vectra! If they can produce a Vectra, now why not the Accord, S60, etc...

[KILOHMUNNS]

And we've got the 1994 GM Card Vauxhall Cavalier at last. Woohoo! :D

A rare model was sold tonight, the 1994 RML-built Opel Vectra/Vauxhall Cavalier ran by HKS of Anthony Reid in the Asia-Pacific series.

Another one has gone now.

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/RACING-REPLICAS-1994-ASIA-PACIFIC-TCC-MACAU-TEAM-HKS_W0QQitemZ170211223848QQihZ007QQcategoryZ223QQs sPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

[PDS]

I got the Soper/Rouse Ford Sierra Cosworth BTCC 1988 2-car set half price, which was pretty good, £27.

Thanks for the tip.

Mine arrived today. Half Price!

[Andy_B]

anyone else noticed that the Oxford Die-cast Vectra BTCC car, is stangely....the saloon version and not the hatch

[Marc W]

It was mentioned earlier in the thread, but if you look closely they have modelled the Hatch, but they've made the notch bit at the back too long. It doesn't help either that the wing is too small.

[KILOHMUNNS]

I have been trying to convert some models to cars that weren't made, soem went well others not so!

Converted a Minichamps STW Audi to the 1996 Biela. (this one looks good as I had a spare BBR decal set)

ONYX 1999 Spence Laguna to the Will Hoy car. (very easy as all that needed changing was the name as he ran with the same number, had a spare name set from an old Formule kit I had)

Racing Replicas 1994 Mondeo of Burt to Robb Gravett (poor condition model to start with but looks OK but obvious where the changes were as the replacement decals are white and the model was an off white)

Vanguard Rally Dolomite to Tont Dron 77 car (major problems as the decal set was quite old and some of the decals flaked when applying, even with extra solution on them. Something different though).

Still got too many kits to make and trying to get hold of another Cecotto Goldeneye BMW to change it to the Brabham car as I've managed to pick up a spare decal set (easier than starting the BBR kit!)

[Marc W]

I managed to pick up the 88 Sierra set for £20 at the GPL warehouse sale yesterday. In theory it has a damaged box, but the damage is so tiny it's barely visible. Although it's a nice set, I'm glad I didn't have to pay £56 for it as the quality is no where near Minichamps standard. Very nice for £20 though. :D

[PDS]

ONYX 1999 Spence Laguna to the Will Hoy car. (very easy as all that needed changing was the name as he ran with the same number, had a spare name set from an old Formule kit I had)

Don't forget Will Hoy's name would not have been white!

I take it you have changed the colour?

[KILOHMUNNS]

Thanks but in 99 it was the numbers that were different not the names. Here's your picture I used to ensure I did it right!

http://www.stillphotography.co.uk/gallery/v/Motorsport-Photography/saloon/btcc/album40/99_hoy_brands_w.jpg.html

[PDS]

Thanks but in 99 it was the numbers that were different not the names. Here's your picture I used to ensure I did it right!

http://www.stillphotography.co.uk/gallery/v/Motorsport-Photography/saloon/btcc/album40/99_hoy_brands_w.jpg.html

But if you look closely. The privateers in 99 had a blue outline around their names!

[mattie007]

Just found this: http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Spirit-Peugeot-406-Coupe-BTCC-in-Box-New_W0QQitemZ320247843773QQihZ011QQcategoryZ19852Q QssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem


Would of been interested but think its a slotcar. Looks nice though.

[PaulG]

I have just listed a 1/43 Matt Neal Honda Integra 2006 Championship winning car on ebay item number 120257381232. I have made 5 of these models and this is the last one for sale the first one is owned by Matt Neal himself and it is a stunning model so please have a look at it and if you have any questions please ask

[PaulG]

I have listed a 1/43 Matt Neal Honda Integra 2006 BTCC Championship winning car on ebay item number 120257381232 it is the fifth one that I have built and I will not be making anymore, the first one is owned by Matt Neal himself and it is a stunning model so please take a look and if you have any questions please ask

[C64WDU]

Ive just read through all of this. Where in the uk can I source the competiton 43 opel kadett dtm? Also does any manufacturer make the Patrick Watts Mazdas?

[PDS]

Ive just read through all of this. Where in the uk can I source the competiton 43 opel kadett dtm? Also does any manufacturer make the Patrick Watts Mazdas?

competiton 43 opel kadett dtm will be pretty hard to find.

The Patrick Watts Xedos was made by Formule Models plus the white one of Leslie and Neal!

[mattie007]

Chevvy Lacetti WTCC car:

http://www.rcsmodels.co.uk/acatalog/Chevrolet.html

Wonder if they will do BTCC versions? Wouldn't even need to change colour!

[peewhee]

Anyone seen this?

http://www.collardracing.co.uk/gallery/v/2008/dp/BTCC+OP+030508+PS621a.jpg.html

Not one for AlfaFan's collection!

[Alfa Fan]

Thats an Autoart model. Looks like a one off commission rather than a proper release sadly. I'd probabily try and covert it to a Steven Kane version.

[C64WDU]

competiton 43 opel kadett dtm will be pretty hard to find.

The Patrick Watts Xedos was made by Formule Models plus the white one of Leslie and Neal!

Thanks, do you know if anyone made the 323f's?

[kmchow]

Thanks, do you know if anyone made the 323f's?
I know 323Fs were made in 1/87, JTCC spec version. http://herpa-scaler.cocolog-nifty.com/blog/2008/04/herpamazda_lant_4bba.html#more

It's a real shame someone doesn't make all these neat models in 1/43. They would own the entire diecast market. OTOH, how big the "market" is another story.

[vx1054]

Just looking on Oxford Diecast's website, looks like both the 2007 and 2008 Vectra's will be out in August now :( But they now have a picture of the Tom Onslow Cole's 2008 Car, so looks like they might will be doing all 3 cars from this year. Can't wait!

TOC 2008 Vectra:

http://www.oxforddiecast.co.uk/press/pre%20production/VECT003%20back.JPG

[Alfa Fan]

From what I can work out from their site, the 2007 Vectra of Giovanardi is out this month, and the the 3 VXR 2008 models are out in August.

[Marc W]

Just looking on Oxford Diecast's website, looks like both the 2007 and 2008 Vectra's will be out in August now :( But they now have a picture of the Tom Onslow Cole's 2008 Car, so looks like they might will be doing all 3 cars from this year. Can't wait!

TOC 2008 Vectra:

http://www.oxforddiecast.co.uk/press/pre%20production/VECT003%20back.JPG

I was hoping they were going to improve that rear wing before release, but it doesn't look like they have. :(

[#1JamesThompsonFan]

Its good to see that BTCC models are coming back into circulation

[#1JamesThompsonFan]

I just thought I would mention that on the trax website there were Ford Sierras of Rob Gravett 1990 BTCC champion car 30 quid. Also Andy Rouse Ford Cosworth 1987 and 1989 from Silverstone made by Trofeu. Also SEAT Leons are being made from 2006 WTCC so hopefully BTCC models will be made in the short term future

[DanUK]

The Patrick Watts Xedos was made by Formule Models plus the white one of Leslie and Neal!

I have the Patrick Watts car by Formule Models. Not got round to making it yet if anyone is interested in the kit?

http://img340.imageshack.us/img340/8100/28052008202qh1.jpg

[vx1054]

Just had email confirmation from Oxford for my order being processed, so hopefully should have the model by the end of the week.

I also see Grand Prix Legends still have it as a pre-order @ 14.99, whereas Oxford have it to buy now and for only £9.99 plus £2.95 postage. I think GPL do a price match if anyone has pre-ordered from there.

[reidy_fan]

And at the bottom of this page you might see that they plan on producing Andy Priaulx's WTCC car and Colin Turkington's Team RAC BMW.
http://www.scalextric.com/2008-range/the-2007-range-rallt-touring-cars,93,SAR.html

I know that Scalextric are a different scale to most other cars but the detail is very good especially if you're not too bothered about the scale.

dont know on release dates also one of Mat Jackson's sponsors is looking at getting Mat's beemer done as a limited edition. spoke to the marketing guv'nor in February and they are looking at doing more BTCC/WTCC cars so that probably means beemers and seats

[Eurotech]

Just Ordered my Gio Vectra off Oxford Diecast - How much is Postage & Packaging?
It doesn't make it clear on the site.

[Alfa Fan]

If anyone has ordered the Giovanardi car from GPL at 14.99, when the RRP is now 9.95, e-mail them and they will reduce the price they charge you.

[vx1054]

Just Ordered my Gio Vectra off Oxford Diecast - How much is Postage & Packaging?
It doesn't make it clear on the site.

Postage was £2.95 with my order.

[kmchow]

If anyone has ordered the Giovanardi car from GPL at 14.99, when the RRP is now 9.95, e-mail them and they will reduce the price they charge you.
RRP? Regular retail price? Who has it for 9.95GBP?

[thompp]

After today's race at Croft they should make a model of Mat Jackson's BMW..!

[#1JamesThompsonFan]

To be honest it would be a hell of alot easier to make Jacksons car because It is just 4 streaks and two numbers. lol

[thetrooper_scot]

I think the quaility of Oxford diecast is pretty poor. As much as I want recent BTCC cars I just can't justify buying such poor quality models when there is no need for them to be so bad.
Let's just hope Spark or Minichamps take up some more BTCC cars. I would like Adam Jones's Leon to be made.

[reidy_fan]

After today's race at Croft they should make a model of Mat Jackson's BMW..!

see my post above you should see a Scalextric Mat Jackson car, you will soon be able to have mat beating colin on your living room floor

[Alfa Fan]

There is a picture of the actual Giovanardi model gone up on GPL now, don't know if anyone's seen it? For £9.99 I think it looks very good.

[Marc W]

It does look good, other than the rear wing which still looks way too small, it's a shame they couldn't have got this right as it makes the rear end look completely wrong.

[PaulG]

I have just received my Giovanardi Vectra from Oxford Diecast and I was pleasantly surprised, the quality is just as good as the Onyx models used to be and at £10 it's great value. After comparing it to photos of the real car the rear spoiler looks the correct scale and the model is a good representation. So if you are thinking of buying this model I would recommend it and if enough people buy it then hopefully Oxford will make more BTCC models in future. It would be great if they did the 2001 Vauxhall Astra because there are so many versions that could be made.

[vx1054]

I have just received my Giovanardi Vectra from Oxford Diecast and I was pleasantly surprised, the quality is just as good as the Onyx models used to be and at £10 it's great value. After comparing it to photos of the real car the rear spoiler looks the correct scale and the model is a good representation. So if you are thinking of buying this model I would recommend it and if enough people buy it then hopefully Oxford will make more BTCC models in future. It would be great if they did the 2001 Vauxhall Astra because there are so many versions that could be made.

I agree, the quality did pleasantly surprise me, shame the plinth lifts the car up and makes the ride height look all wrong. Hopefully VXR will sell it at its stand at the next meeting, as thats where the biggest market will be. At least Oxford are keeping with the BTCC and making the 2008 version.

[Iain]

I've ordered mine. Can't argue with £10 to add to my BTCC Vectra collection. :)

[tisme]

Have you noticed that not only are GPL selling theirs at £14.99, their postage is also more at £4.99?

Where Oxford are £9.95 and £2.95 postage!

Got mine. As you say, Not Minichamp qaulity, but not bad for a tenner!

[Alfa Fan]

Have you noticed that not only are GPL selling theirs at £14.99, their postage is also more at £4.99?

Where Oxford are £9.95 and £2.95 postage!

Got mine. As you say, Not Minichamp qaulity, but not bad for a tenner!

Yeah GPL have been a bit naughty and not reduced their price to RRP. A quick e-mail to them resolved this for me though.

[kafuka2002]

some features about volvo

Brands Wanted

- Minichamps 1/43 scale
- Onyx 1/43 scale
- Motorart 1/43 scale

Volvo BTCC Models Wanted

- Volvo 850 Estate (Wagon) J. Lammers
- Volvo s40 Radermecker
- Volvo s40 K. Burt
- Volvo s40 G.Morbidelli

[Iain]

I saw the Vectra in a model shop today. Looked really good for a £9.99 model. Still think it looks like a saloon, but that's a minor detail.

[vx1054]

Just seen on Grand Prix Legends they have all three 2008 Vectra's to pre-order, but they are priced at £14.99. Luckily GPL do a price match :) ! Can't wait for these after the quality of the 2007 Giovanardi Vectra. Surprised they haven't done a Tom Chilton version, seeing as it would only take a couple of decal changes.

[thetrooper_scot]

Why do you feel the need to buy from GPL as their postage costs are really high? I think and if you see the models for £9.99 somwhere else just buy it from them.
I have been buying a lot from Trax and they even gave me free P&P just because I asked them. I have always regarded GPL to be the most expensive model shop about.

[vx1054]

Why do you feel the need to buy from GPL as their postage costs are really high? I think and if you see the models for £9.99 somwhere else just buy it from them.
I have been buying a lot from Trax and they even gave me free P&P just because I asked them. I have always regarded GPL to be the most expensive model shop about.

I was only pointing out the fact that GPL has the Vectra models to pre-order, as that might interest some. I'll buy mine from where it is the cheapest and most reliable. Trax don't even stock the Vectra's (from what I can see).

[MrJan]

My one and only BTCC model is a Onyx '96 Will Hoy Laguna which I've had for years. Keep considering getting a few more but usually spend the money on beer or my real car :D

[#1JamesThompsonFan]

I have a tidy few... and looking to expand all the time

my list
Onyx Russell Spence Renault Laguna 99
Onyx James Thompson Honda Accord 97
Onyx Peter Kox Honda Accord 98
Onyx Roger Moen Honda Accord 97?
Onyx Jean - Christophe Boullion Renault Laguna 99
Norev Alain Menu Cheverolet Lacetti 2006
Spark James Thompson Alfa Romeo 2007
Minichamps Andy Priaulx BMW 2005
Minichamps Andy Priaulx BMW 2006

Been collecting for ab out 6 months

[Iain]

Did anyone else order the Vectra from Oxford Diecast directly? I ordered mine on June 7th, got an email saying they'd received the order, then never heard anything until the 16th when I got one saying my order had been processed. Taking aaaaaaaages. :s If I'd have known that, I'd have got one from ModelZone in MK last Thursday for £9.99.

[KILOHMUNNS]

Has anyone else noticed on ebay that the 1987 Trofeu BTCC Sierra has started appearing from foreign sellers? What suprises me is that it is the Win Percy car which won Silverstone and not Andy Rouse or Rob Hall car that was originally advertised. Does anyone know any more about this?

[vx1054]

Did anyone else order the Vectra from Oxford Diecast directly? I ordered mine on June 7th, got an email saying they'd received the order, then never heard anything until the 16th when I got one saying my order had been processed. Taking aaaaaaaages. :s If I'd have known that, I'd have got one from ModelZone in MK last Thursday for £9.99.

Mine took ages also, about 2 weeks I think. They also send it 2nd class post which doesn't help. You'd think they'd be quicker as they are direct?

[vx1054]

Has anyone else noticed on ebay that the 1987 Trofeu BTCC Sierra has started appearing from foreign sellers? What suprises me is that it is the Win Percy car which won Silverstone and not Andy Rouse or Rob Hall car that was originally advertised. Does anyone know any more about this?

I noticed this also, the model number for the Car is TR121, which GPL have in stock as the Win Percy Car, whilst Trax have it as a pre-order but the Rouse car, but both with the same model number???

[thompp]

I received this week in the post the latest catalogue from Diecast Legends, which had some pretty amazing stuff in it - entire 2008 F1 grid, DTM grid, A1GP cars, nascar, 2008 le mans aston martin - but......you could easily spend 1000's building up your collection at the moment and I'm trying desperately not to get sucked in...!

[Iain]

Mine took ages also, about 2 weeks I think. They also send it 2nd class post which doesn't help. You'd think they'd be quicker as they are direct?

Got mine this morning. 2nd class post indeed. :down:

It's a good model in terms of the quality of the decals and it's solid. Ride height is a bit high and it still looks a wee bit like a saloon, but apart from that you can't complain for a tenner. Took some photos of it with the other 2007 BTCC model I have as a comparison and with a BTCC Cavalier and BTCC Vectra MKII! Will stick them up later.

[vx1054]

Just finished a mod to the Giovanardi Vectra, added some Dunlop decals to the tyres, which finish the car off. Also once off the plinth the ride height does improve. Here's a piccy.

[Iain]

Here's the 3 Vauxhalls from 1994, 1997 and 2007

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2119/2595365594_4732286d64.jpg

And the 2007 Vectra with the 2007 Team RAC BMW

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3098/2594555509_7b1cf0e43d_b.jpg

Others are here: http://flickr.com/photos/iainw81/sets/72157605718946577/