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04-10-2017, 01:17 PM
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#3576 | | y'all better put some respeck on my name
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04-10-2017, 08:43 PM
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#3577 | | I am Hook'd on RS
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04-10-2017, 09:23 PM
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#3578 | | :: Sells McLarens, Not tofu :okay: ::
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Beautiful levin
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04-11-2017, 08:18 AM
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#3579 | | I *heart* Revscene.net very Muchie
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04-13-2017, 12:52 PM
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finally found one ... 
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04-13-2017, 04:05 PM
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^^Paid $2.50 at stupid save-on-foods for one.
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04-13-2017, 05:12 PM
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#3582 | | Witness protection
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ow. this was a $1 walmart special 
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04-14-2017, 01:31 PM
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#3583 | | Witness protection
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there must be a fast and furious fanboi restocking the walmart here at work  
3 down, 5 more to find... the search continues.
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04-15-2017, 03:52 PM
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#3584 | | Diagonally parked in a parallel universe
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I have an extra supra if you need. got anything cool to trade? jdm/euro cars
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04-15-2017, 05:31 PM
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#3585 | | RS.net, where our google ads make absolutely no sense!
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Originally Posted by thumper  there must be a fast and furious fanboi restocking the walmart here at work
3 down, 5 more to find... the search continues. | Port Wal-Mart had the other three...but not those two.
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04-15-2017, 06:11 PM
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#3586 | | Witness protection
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Originally Posted by Akord I have an extra supra if you need. got anything cool to trade? jdm/euro cars | thanks for the offer but pacman is selling me the supra (if it's the same one we're talking about): 
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04-16-2017, 11:40 PM
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#3587 | | OMGWTFBBQ is a common word I say everyday
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does anybody display their collection on top of their fireplace. My fireplace is looking a little lonely now that i stop putting my liquor collection their. will the heat damage the diecast over time?
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04-17-2017, 01:21 AM
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#3588 | | Proud to be called a RS Regular!
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| UT 1/18 Porsche 911 GT2 Presentation Car
Hi Everyone!
How many of you remember the 95' Porsche 911 (993) GT2? 
This was the last of the air cooled 911's. What made the 911 GT2 special was the development behind it. The GT2 came about because of the Nissan Skyline and Audi. By the mid 1990's all-wheel-drive was banned by most sanctioning racing bodies. This presented a problem for Porsche, whose Turbo (961) was driven by all four wheels; the solution was the GT2, which was to be rear-wheel-drive. A side benefit turned out to be significant weight savings, and the GT2 was instantly competitive. 
Only 57 road-going 993 GT2's were built. Recently, one was sold for $2.4 million dollars USD. 
Not only are the real 993 GT2's are gaining value, but so are the 1/18 993 GT2's made by UT (post AutoArt). 
UT made produced the 993 GT2 in a variety of colors (Red, Silver, Yellow, Blue and White), and racing themed GT2's. The white UT version is the GT2 Evo, which commands big $$$ on eBay. Based on my research online, UT is the only company that made a 993 GT2 in diecast metal with opening bits in 1/18th scale. Not even AutoART makes one, and they bought out UT. 
The other company that produces a 993 GT2 (only in resin) is GT Spirit. They only made a GT2 Evo and few racing themed versions. 
What I have here is the Presentation car of the 911 GT2. This car belongs to our resident Tofu guy (whom let me take pics of this very hard to find UT model). 
When I first saw this GT2, I was amazed of the level of detail for model of it's age. It is very solid and heavy. The overall shape is very good and accurate. 
The multicolored chrome rims and tires are well detailed. UT even added cross drilled rotors and brake calipers?! For those who collected back then, most models did not have brake calipers. 
As for the interior, it lack some details but it is decent.  
Like most 90's models, all of the opening parts on this model uses dog legged hinges for the doors, front hood and rear engine cover. 
UT did a satisfactory job of detailing the flat six twin turbo engine. And I think it can stand up to some of the models today. The front boot, is decently detailed for it's time.  
Overall, I really like this model. Not only is this a rare model of a very interesting subject, it shows how far our hobby has come. Nowadays, most UT models are still holds it's value. And if you can find one in decent shape or close to mint condition, you will be paying a pretty penny for one of them. After a search on Craigslist, not too many collectors locally have UT models for sale. If you are a big Porsche enthusiast, PM Tofu, because he mentioned to me that this model is for sale.
I hope you enjoy the pics! Comments are welcomed!      
Happy Collecting
William
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04-17-2017, 01:30 AM
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#3589 | | Proud to be called a RS Regular!
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Originally Posted by threezero does anybody display their collection on top of their fireplace. My fireplace is looking a little lonely now that i stop putting my liquor collection their. will the heat damage the diecast over time? | I keep my models out of direct sunlight. As for the fireplace, unless it is not hot as a oven or stove top it should be fine.
William
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04-17-2017, 05:32 AM
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#3590 | | Witness protection
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Originally Posted by threezero does anybody display their collection on top of their fireplace. My fireplace is looking a little lonely now that i stop putting my liquor collection their. will the heat damage the diecast over time? | the only thing i've heard of from collectors who live in hot dry climates suffer from glue separation issues over time.
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04-17-2017, 03:08 PM
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#3591 | | OMGWTFBBQ is a common word I say everyday
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Originally Posted by thumper the only thing i've heard of from collectors who live in hot dry climates suffer from glue separation issues over time. | ummm. what is the definition of hot climate. i think the surface of my fireplace mantle get to 28degree at the max
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04-17-2017, 03:35 PM
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#3592 | | I WANT MY 10 YEARS BACK FROM RS.net!
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if it's sitting in a case it's probably fine
I personally wouldn't
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04-17-2017, 05:04 PM
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Great pics of the 911 GT2. I have a UT 993 arena red twin turbo thanks to a member here. The detail really is excellent.
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04-17-2017, 06:08 PM
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#3594 | | Witness protection
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Originally Posted by threezero ummm. what is the definition of hot climate. i think the surface of my fireplace mantle get to 28degree at the max | at those temps forget the glue i have to wonder if the rubber/vinyl tyres will melt?
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04-17-2017, 07:10 PM
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#3595 | | OMGWTFBBQ is a common word I say everyday
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Originally Posted by thumper at those temps forget the glue i have to wonder if the rubber/vinyl tyres will melt? |
well it will be displaying it inside a glass or acylic case for sure.
but 28 degree is regular temperature of alot of places in asian. I mean boxes and boxes of diecast are store all the time in storage unit with no temperature regulation?
Anyways I might just go ahead a do it and report back my result in a year or two lol
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04-17-2017, 07:18 PM
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#3596 | | Witness protection
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in asia, those temps are also sometimes combined with high humidity, which absolutely destroys paint, especially those that are still BNIB. i've seen some real horror stories on some of the facebook collectors groups i follow 
in this case, i don't think humidity is an issue because it's a fireplace, but nonetheless... it's gonna be hot.
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04-17-2017, 07:29 PM
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#3597 | | OMGWTFBBQ is a common word I say everyday
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Originally Posted by thumper in asia, those temps are also sometimes combined with high humidity, which absolutely destroys paint, especially those that are still BNIB. i've seen some real horror stories on some of the facebook collectors groups i follow
in this case, i don't think humidity is an issue because it's a fireplace, but nonetheless... it's gonna be hot. | i'm thinking to take it out and display it in a seperate case. in this case is it better to leave it in the box? new to collecting. I see people taking it out of the box all the time to take photo (that surely has to be the fun of the hobby) does the value diminishes greatly once its out of the box? is there a seal one must break to open it so future owner know that its been out of the box?
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04-17-2017, 07:56 PM
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#3598 | | Witness protection
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depends on the model/brand. if it's not worth much or has no collector value, taking it out of the box makes no difference.
not all boxes are sealed. display type boxes like some autoarts, ignition model, etc. that are not "airtight" are fine to keep the model inside. but those that are in jewel boxes or styrofoam clamshells... those can be bad in the wrong type of storage conditions.
if you take good care of your models and they remain in as-new condition with it's original packaging intact and in original shape stored somewhere dry (ie. not in a damp storage unit), it will hold it's value or more.
cooler temps, no direct sunlight (or hot lights like halogens), and as much of a dust-free environment as possible are key.
this is how the hardcore collectors do it:   
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04-17-2017, 09:22 PM
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#3599 | | I WANT MY 10 YEARS BACK FROM RS.net!
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last one is money
don't even need a home theatre when you get to admire a wall of toys
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04-17-2017, 09:30 PM
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yes i agree it belongs to one of the moderators of a facebook group i follow. the display has a full glass front with vertical LED strips attached to each shelf support. access to inside the display is from the back, and you through the integrated door on the side to get behind it and the corridor into the adjacent space...  
i'm guessing... 500-600 car max capacity?
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