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    Issue 216

    in Model Cars Magazine News and Discussions

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    On 11/12/2022 at 9:20 AM, Michael Cook said:

    You guys are killing it with the magazine, another great issue!
    In particular a special shout-out to Larry Greenberg for his fantastic kit reviews.  They are easily the best that I have read in my 55+ years in the hobby.  Keep up the great work Larry!

    Thanks for the kind words Michael.  Will continue to do my very best.

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    New Subscriber

    in Model Cars Magazine News and Discussions

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    On 8/9/2021 at 8:17 PM, FLHCAHZ said:

    Thank you for the clarification!   I will be patient, and am wanting to help support the magazine and our hobby. 

     

    Thanks again

    Hi Chaz,

    Many thanks to Casey for sharing my earlier post and explanation with you.  Your first issue of the subscription will be issue #210, due September/October.

    Best regards,

     

    MCM Relaunch Update 11/6/2020

    in Model Cars Magazine News and Discussions

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    On 4/20/2021 at 1:26 PM, Olskoolrodder said:

    I just received my 208 in the mail (GREAT issue BTW, guys! ), the last issue that I got was 206, so I waited and waited for 207, but never received my copy (of course I didn't know this until 208 arrived yesterday) 🤷‍♂️😔

    Hi Stephen,
    Gregg handles all subscription inquiries.  Please send this in email to subscribe@modelcarsmag.com.
    Best regards,

     

    MCM #208 is HERE!

    in Model Cars Magazine News and Discussions

    Posted

    On 4/14/2021 at 2:18 PM, BDSchindler said:

    Larry...got my copy today and thumbed through and read a few of the articles. Nice to see this magazine getting back on its feet.  Well laid out with great, well rounded and detailed content regardless of the model building skill level of the reader.

    There’s something for everyone interested in the automotive modeling hobby!

    One thing I noticed, besides the great coverage, was the quality of the paper stock. I wrote for Toy Cars and Models until it’s death a few years ago and always hated the thin rag that was used. Barely heavier than glossy toilet paper!

    It was one of the things that when I was writing for the ungodly mis-managed “The Car Room Magazine” that was focused on was the use of heavier rag closer to what Hot Rod Journal used.

    Helps to instill quality in the magazine (eh, when managed correctly, that is)

    Like the previous issue, great job!

    Looking forward to the next issue!

    Hi Brian,

    Many thanks for the kind words. 

    The paper stock issue will be addressed in the not too distant future.  Its on the "to-do" list, though I can't say exactly WHEN.

    Best regards,

     

    MCM Relaunch Update 11/6/2020

    in Model Cars Magazine News and Discussions

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    20 hours ago, mikemodeler said:

    I was pointing out that in mid-January you mentioned the magazine was in the process of being finalized and being sent to the printer, and nearly two months later it was actually being sent to the printer. Given the history of the magazine and the delays, I wasn't sure which was accurate and was slightly confused. 

    I guess my expectations were that with a new team in place, the magazine would be appearing in a more timely fashion than before; 3 months between issues seems a bit long and makes it hard to stick to the schedule of 6 issues per year. Having worked in print production in the past, I know from experience that once you get behind, getting caught up is extremely difficult.

    HI Mike,

    We're tirelessly working on getting the magazine on a regular schedule as it once was.  We still have a number of hurdles to overcome given where the magazine was and where it is now,, and I won't discuss those here.  We do, however, continue to ask for your patience as these are sorted out, so we can continue to provide you with the best and most relevant car modeling magazine possible.

    Best regards,

    MCM Relaunch Update 11/6/2020

    in Model Cars Magazine News and Discussions

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    On 3/10/2021 at 7:44 AM, mikemodeler said:

    He said that back in January, which is it?

     

    What I said back then was not that #208 was being printed and mailed, but in answer to a subscription question, I replied "Your subscription will start with issue 208, which is in process of finalization and being sent to the printer.  I'll post when the issue has been sent out. .".

    It generally takes several weeks to complete all that needs doing before an issue is ready to send off to the printers and the mailings begin. The printer would not receive the magazine for publication before all the necessary finalization steps are completed.

    I only post that an issue is being printed and mailed when it is actually happening.

     Your patience is appreciated. 

     

     

    Articles now being paid for?

    in Model Cars Magazine News and Discussions

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    20 hours ago, BSteinIPMS said:

    Hi Larry,

    Your response was measured and well written and I appreciate your sentiments. I, too, hope MC gets back on track financially and - with your help - is restored to its former glory. 

    My original post wasn't written out of festering bitterness, but rather as an advisory for prospective writers to be aware of the past, otherwise we can't learn from it. I would hope future writers for MC have a signed contract, or an e-mail confirmation of same when they submit articles so that agreement exists on both sides and good will continues to flow. Without intending to cause dissention on what should be a fun and uplifting forum I would submit that I am under no obligation to provide any proof of what I've written since this is not a court of law. Besides, I've let it go long ago since I choose to not allow negativity obstruct the fun things in my life. I might also say I've received several e-mails and Private Messages from past writers who have had the same experience as I have.  

    I know Mr. Hutchings has had dire physical problems in the past and I have empathy for this. I might also observe that integrity is a fragile thing. Once you've given it away it's difficult to restore it.

    Best of luck as Associate Editor and let the good times roll. On four wheels.

    Cheers!

    --Bob

    Hi Bob,

    I appreciate both your kind words and your good wishes.  It is my sincere hope that we meet the best expectations going forward.

    I am in the process of authoring a new set of Writer's Guidelines that will be publicly posted and available to all.  These will be quite specific and include photographic guidelines, how to submit articles, acceptance or rejection of articles, and remuneration agreements for published items. There will be no stone unturned as everything will be plainly spelled out so that there will not be any confusion or misunderstandings.  And they will be reviewed by at least one legal mind before they are published. Trust and confidence are the bedrock of the type of publication we produce, and all of us team members understand the fallout of that tree being shaken. In the words of a US President of the past, "trust, but verify."

    Gregg has had more than his fair share of obstacles and tragedies, however, he has something else: good friends, and quite a few of them, including all of us on the team that stepped up together with him to resurrect a great magazine and make it even better than it ever was.  The naysayers will take potshots at us to assuage their own egos, even to the point of wishing death to the magazine just because they can.  We are already seeing examples of that on this Forum.  I, nor anyone else on the team, will dignify such vitriol with a response.  Those that just say "I'll wait and see" will be pleasantly surprised,, and those who support our efforts will hopefully enjoy the kind of high quality, informative articles that earmarked the original Scale Auto Enthusiast magazine (pre-"Scale Auto"), Plastic Fanatic magazine, the first 18 years of MODEL CARS, and of course, the automotive content in IPMS Journal.

    Smoothing out the lumps and bumps of the past few years and making efforts to restore confidence and turn around all that bad blood isn't my favorite part of the job, but its one that has to be done if we truly want our readership to feel that MCM is THEIR magazine- and we do want that to be the case.

    I hope that, as we move toward some degree of profitability, that the remuneration issues will all be solved,  That said, I hope you can return as a contributor once that occurs.  That Duesenberg is nothing short of awesome!

    Happy New Year, and best regards,

     

    Articles now being paid for?

    in Model Cars Magazine News and Discussions

    Posted

    19 hours ago, peteski said:

    Interesting thread.  Let's see - Model Cars Magazine, after several years of being under water and "drowning" has just barely put their proverbial head above the water, and suddenly grievances show up?  For goodness sake, give them some time to recover financially - they might still be in the red for all we know.

    Hi Peter,

    Heartfelt thanks for your continued support and understanding. 

    Best regards,

     

     

    Articles now being paid for?

    in Model Cars Magazine News and Discussions

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    2 minutes ago, RickyD said:

    I know of one MCM contributor who passed away being owed hundreds of dollars for his articles. How are you going to correct that?

    Hi Rick,

    Send me the details of this in an email please.  I have no knowledge of many issues still outstanding.

    Also please understand, my responsibilities for the magazine are EDITORIAL ONLY.  Financial control rests with Gregg.  I can only do what I can do.

     

    Articles now being paid for?

    in Model Cars Magazine News and Discussions

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    Friends of MCM,

    When I accepted the position of Associate Editor, I knew that a lot of bad blood existed from the past few years, and that turning that bad blood around will take a bit of doing.  And if there's one thing that always burns my toast, so to speak, its festering negativity.

    Many of you understand it wasn't easy to bring MCM back from the dead, so to speak.  Our new team is dedicated, VERY dedicated.  We love the hobby, we love the magazine., and we are fellow modelers.  Most important, we are dedicated not only to keeping the magazine coming on a regular bi-monthly basis, but to restore MCM to financial health so that we CAN keep the magazine coming on a regular basis with the kind of quality all of you have come to expect.

    Several people have told me, publicly and privately, that they have not been compensated for editorial contributions made in the past few years.  Gregg and i have discussed this several times, and I can tell you that it is his intention to correct that situation once MCM has been restored to financial health.  And I know him well enough to know he intends to follow through with that commitment - and that would include Mr. Steinbrunn.

    I know that for some individuals, the bad blood will continue for some time, and for other individuals, "kicking a man when he's down" will always be the sport du jour.  However, for the vast majority of you, you have my commitment that MCM will grow to be the best and most useful car and truck modeling publication in an age when just such a publication is needed.  And I count on your support as we overcome the remaining hurdles to profitability.

    Thank you for being friends of MCM and for your continued support of our efforts.

    Happy New Year to all, and best regards,

     

     

    Revell VW T2 bus

    in Truck Kit News & Reviews

    Posted

    What matters to me is that the subject matter - the second generation VW bus/van - has never before been the subject of a plastic model kit.  Revell have proven in the past that a well detailed snap kit can be successful, and from the looks of the photos of this kit, it looks like they have done it again.  I'm looking forward to this one, not only to review for the pages of MCM, but to build for myself!

    Cheers, all.

     

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