traditional Posted April 24, 2015 Share Posted April 24, 2015 These large 1/8 Scale Pobedas were marketed by DeAgostini in Russia using 100 incremental parts packages that came with a magazine subscription over a few years. They've only recently completed the parts editions, so many Russian model car aficionados have finally been able to finish their models. My brother and I just went 'halvers' on this one on Ebay (they 'ain't' cheap) and even then it took a full day to fine-sand (2000 grit), polish and repair the sometimes sloppy workmanship....lots of glue smudges, a scratched windshield, and a couple of broken parts. The model as produced by DeAgostini is really quite impressive, and even includes switch operated running lights and brake operated tail-lights. The model is really (REALLY) heavy, but delightfully the front wheels stand vertically with no sloppiness in the steering, The windows crank up and down and the vent-windows all pivot open. The design of these Pobedas began before the end of WWII around 1944 and production began slowly in 1946 ...so it wasn't a copy of an American Car as so many Soviet vehicles were. The production continued until 1958 by which time it looked quite dated by western standards. I personally think they were quite attractive and proportionate vehicles, and I'm really glad to have one of the 1/8 scale examples Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffs396 Posted April 24, 2015 Share Posted April 24, 2015 Now THAT'S something you don't see everyday Cliff! Pretty cool diecast... After looking at that exhaust, its a wonder they put men into space!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AzTom Posted April 24, 2015 Share Posted April 24, 2015 That is truly Awesome! I think Cuda used that type of muffler. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry P. Posted April 24, 2015 Share Posted April 24, 2015 I saw that model on the internet but didn't have the guts to pull the trigger on that price! Beautiful work! Amazing! How cool is it to see a large scale model of a car that you would never expect to see in model form! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AzTom Posted April 24, 2015 Share Posted April 24, 2015 Just noticed something. They call this a 1949 and it has a 12 volt battery? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldnslow Posted April 25, 2015 Share Posted April 25, 2015 Looks like they copied of a 46-48 chevy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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