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02-23-2015, 07:52 PM
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Originally Posted by JDM88  Hey guys, I'm new to the hobby, but not that new either hahaha, been in it for about 2 years. Really into Japanese cars and some lambos. | Not as new as me. I've been at it for a month maybe? lol
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02-24-2015, 02:13 PM
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guys... 1/18 scale merc c63 amg white. bnib. $213cdn+ shipping... i don't really collect mercs but this being offered to me in a sort of fire sale. supposedly has a real leather interior?
is the price good? should i get it? 
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02-24-2015, 02:19 PM
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if you dont collect Merc. I would just pass up on it personally.
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02-24-2015, 02:29 PM
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hm. yeah i get that... but i was looking at it from a resale value standpoint. i'm seeing prices north of $300usd+ for it online because it's discontinued and is white...
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02-24-2015, 02:47 PM
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#1905 | | :: Sells McLarens, Not tofu :okay: ::
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Originally Posted by !Kodamu if you dont collect Merc. I would just pass up on it personally. | +1.
I would consider a real one though. 
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02-24-2015, 02:52 PM
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#1906 | | Witness protection
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Originally Posted by tofu1413 +1.
I would consider a real one though. | but the autoart would appreciate in value as opposed to the real thing 
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02-24-2015, 03:39 PM
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#1907 | | I contribute to threads in the offtopic forum
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Autoart had them for like $250 when it was new. The interior is pretty nice though, ACTUAL LEATHER SEATS (doesnt really matter unless you run your fingers on them) and the carpeting was nice too
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02-24-2015, 03:46 PM
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#1908 | | I WANT MY 10 YEARS BACK FROM RS.net!
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I'd get the Merc. Even if you don't collect them chances are AA won't have them in future 1/18 models and only $$$$ 1/12 so you're sitting on a good resale value.
I have a standard black bookshelf with plain acrylic display case.
Should I tape up some LED strips on the backboard or just buy these? 
Strips will be cheaper. Case will not necessarily be cleaner because I still have to find a way for the USB to plug into the wall. Probably brighter though because it's directed onto the model instead of coming off the back. The adjustable light posts doesn't look very clean though?
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02-24-2015, 05:29 PM
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#1909 | | Witness protection
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Originally Posted by SpeedStars Autoart had them for like $250 when it was new. The interior is pretty nice though, ACTUAL LEATHER SEATS (doesnt really matter unless you run your fingers on them) and the carpeting was nice too | egh, the cheapest pre-discontinued price i could find online was $195usd. was white first release? because the other colors seem to vary widely in price. Quote:
Originally Posted by twitchyzero I'd get the Merc. Even if you don't collect them chances are AA won't have them in future 1/18 models and only $$$$ 1/12 so you're sitting on a good resale value.
I have a standard black bookshelf with plain acrylic display case.
Should I tape up some LED strips on the backboard or just buy these?
Strips will be cheaper. Case will not necessarily be cleaner because I still have to find a way for the USB to plug into the wall. Probably brighter though because it's directed onto the model instead of coming off the back. The adjustable light posts doesn't look very clean though? | are those spotlights led or halogen?
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02-24-2015, 05:56 PM
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#1910 | | I WANT MY 10 YEARS BACK FROM RS.net!
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LED...amazon seems to have bad reviews though so for almost $50 after exchange it doesn't look to be a good buy.
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02-24-2015, 10:08 PM
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#1911 | | Performance Moderator
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Picked this guy up the other day... love the modified cars that Ignition is putting out!
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02-25-2015, 08:51 AM
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#1912 | | Need my Daily Fix of RS
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68style was that bought locally? if so where?
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02-25-2015, 01:23 PM
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#1913 | | :: Sells McLarens, Not tofu :okay: ::
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Originally Posted by 68style Picked this guy up the other day... love the modified cars that Ignition is putting out!
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02-25-2015, 03:42 PM
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#1914 | | Performance Moderator
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Originally Posted by 123654123 68style was that bought locally? if so where? | No, I don't think there is a local dealer for Ignition brand... I bought it from amiami.com
I was on a waiting list because it sold out, but it came available again so I snapped it up... not sure if they still have it
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02-25-2015, 04:07 PM
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#1915 | | RS.net, where our google ads make absolutely no sense!
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02-26-2015, 12:13 PM
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#1916 | | Everyone wants a piece of R S...
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Originally Posted by 68style Picked this guy up the other day... love the modified cars that Ignition is putting out! | That's 1/43 scale right? How is the quality since it's so small?
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02-26-2015, 07:41 PM
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#1917 | | Need to Seek Professional Help
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I have been working on a blog I wrote on Lamborghini, using the diecast models I have collected.
Please take a look at my blog and feel free to give any comments! http://henrytoycars.blogspot.ca
Here's a preview. Enjoy!  
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02-26-2015, 10:47 PM
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#1918 | | Performance Moderator
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Originally Posted by FB6 That's 1/43 scale right? How is the quality since it's so small? | It's really nice IMO I can't find anything to complain about on it... and it's got a sewn leather base with a metal plaque describing the car... I don't have a 1/18 Ignition model to compare it to but it's at least on par with 1/43 Ebbro's if not packaged a little nicer
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02-27-2015, 08:09 AM
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#1919 | | Witness protection
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Originally Posted by 68style No, I don't think there is a local dealer for Ignition brand... I bought it from amiami.com
I was on a waiting list because it sold out, but it came available again so I snapped it up... not sure if they still have it | how much did you pay total landed on your doorstep? because i still see them on yahoo japan, but i am uncertain of the market value because the prices are all over the map.
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02-27-2015, 11:36 AM
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#1920 | | Witness protection
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does anyone know this store in vancouver?: https://www.facebook.com/SosesHobbyandtoy
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02-27-2015, 05:16 PM
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#1921 | | Performance Moderator
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Originally Posted by thumper how much did you pay total landed on your doorstep? because i still see them on yahoo japan, but i am uncertain of the market value because the prices are all over the map. | Including shipping it was about $125cdn
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02-27-2015, 07:18 PM
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#1922 | | :: Sells McLarens, Not tofu :okay: ::
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Picked up the ALMS 99' Champion Viper GTS-R 
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02-28-2015, 01:51 PM
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#1924 | | Need to Seek Professional Help
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The most important thing to remember when first learning photography is to get the focus right on top of having a good composition. Other things will follow.
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03-01-2015, 08:49 AM
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#1925 | | Witness protection
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made a new fog light for the one missing on the r34 out of folder tabs from staples  : 
i tried scribing vertical lines to match the lens cut of the reverse light but i just don't have a steady hand anymore 
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