MrObsessive Posted February 2, 2019 Share Posted February 2, 2019 AHHH Yes! I absolutely LOVE the new Alfa Giulia's! One of the reasons I got a Challenger was space. I sat in a new Mustang which was coming out at the time I wanted another car, but the Mustang I found to be "cramped". Especially in the shoulder area as I sure need it! Interesting enough, of all the models I have (a lot), I don't have a new Challenger kit. That's something on my 'must buy' list this year for sure, but when I'd do a model of my car would be anyone's guess! Another car I'm surprised never made it to the hobby shelves were the late '00's Saturn Sky and Pontiac Solstice. While in 1:1 they were nice to look at, getting in one was a definite no for me. I was MUCH heavier then and my head hit the up top once I was in. Even with the top down, my head was about level with the windshield header. There were some diecasts out there (not bad actually), so that may be all I have to settle for and then detail it out. On another note of a foreign older car...............why oh why has there never been a model of this car in a standard scale?? I have a 1/24 diecast and an MPC 1/32 scale kit of this car, but it sure would make my day to see a full detail kit of a Benz 280 SL with BOTH tops. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TarheelRick Posted February 2, 2019 Share Posted February 2, 2019 1 hour ago, espo said: I think many of us have our favorite exotic car we would like to see modeled. But I wonder what current cars, and you have to include trucks and SUV's, would be financially viable for one or more of the modeling companies to produce today. I would like to see the present and last body style of the Charger. They are a popular seller in the 1:1 market and this should work well for Law Enforcement builders. The Mustang and Camaro models seem to be selling well so I think if say Revell would look at some of the other popular cars selling today there might just be a market for models of these cars. Academy released a model of the Hyundai Azera, although it was the Korean version and has a slightly different grille treatment. It seems you cannot swing a dead cat without hitting a Hyundai Santa Fe or Sonata, or for that matter a Toyota Camry or Honda Accord. The Academy Hyundai is a very respectable kit, I think they would so well to get deeper into the vehicle market, they are already pretty strong in sci-fi and aircraft/military. With the top two US makers cutting back on their sedans and focusing primarily on CUV's, SUV's, and other forms of V's, I am unsure as to which way the model companies should focus their efforts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iamsuperdan Posted February 2, 2019 Share Posted February 2, 2019 On 1/31/2019 at 1:08 PM, Oldcarfan27 said: Given the popularity of vintage Japanese cars in real life and since we're dreaming... These are some of my ideas - "bread and butter" cars (with optional race parts) It's been done! Fujimi made this one. I have it in the stash. https://hlj.com/1-24-scale-toyota-supra-3-0-turbo-a-fuj03862 https://hlj.com/1-24-scale-toyota-supra-turbo-a-1987-fuj04595 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oldcarfan27 Posted February 3, 2019 Share Posted February 3, 2019 5 hours ago, iamsuperdan said: It's been done! Fujimi made this one. I have it in the stash. https://hlj.com/1-24-scale-toyota-supra-3-0-turbo-a-fuj03862 https://hlj.com/1-24-scale-toyota-supra-turbo-a-1987-fuj04595 True, but only as a curbside, with no engine or chassis detail. I wish it was done like the MPC 84 Supra - full detail, with optional parts! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unclescott58 Posted February 3, 2019 Share Posted February 3, 2019 16 hours ago, MrObsessive said: AHHH Yes! I absolutely LOVE the new Alfa Giulia's! One of the reasons I got a Challenger was space. I sat in a new Mustang which was coming out at the time I wanted another car, but the Mustang I found to be "cramped". Especially in the shoulder area as I sure need it! Interesting enough, of all the models I have (a lot), I don't have a new Challenger kit. That's something on my 'must buy' list this year for sure, but when I'd do a model of my car would be anyone's guess! Another car I'm surprised never made it to the hobby shelves were the late '00's Saturn Sky and Pontiac Solstice. While in 1:1 they were nice to look at, getting in one was a definite no for me. I was MUCH heavier then and my head hit the up top once I was in. Even with the top down, my head was about level with the windshield header. There were some diecasts out there (not bad actually), so that may be all I have to settle for and then detail it out. On another note of a foreign older car...............why oh why has there never been a model of this car in a standard scale?? I have a 1/24 diecast and an MPC 1/32 scale kit of this car, but it sure would make my day to see a full detail kit of a Benz 280 SL with BOTH tops. 280 SL would be high on my list. I love to see Monogram's curbside 450 SL from the late 70's come back too. But, I would like a 260 or 280 SL even more. With both tops of course. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brudda Posted February 3, 2019 Share Posted February 3, 2019 Cheetah in all scales !!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espo Posted February 3, 2019 Share Posted February 3, 2019 While visiting may favorite hobby shop a couple of weeks ago I was talking to one of their long time employees. We talked about models cars since that's my interest, but he told me their big sellers now are the Sci-Fi caricatures. If this is the direction of the market it doesn't bod well for model cars and trucks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted February 3, 2019 Share Posted February 3, 2019 3 hours ago, Brudda said: Cheetah in all scales !!! Yes please. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
58 Impala Posted February 3, 2019 Share Posted February 3, 2019 On 2/2/2019 at 7:57 AM, MrObsessive said: I absolutely LOVE the new Alfa Giulia's! I love the new Alfa's especially the Giulia Quadrofolio- 507hp twin turbo V6 (supposedly designed with the help of Ferrari) and something like 0-60 in 3.7 sec. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NYLIBUD Posted February 4, 2019 Share Posted February 4, 2019 Please someone,How about a Jeep Cherokee that you can lift?And have it come with all kinds of accessories. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redneckrigger Posted February 4, 2019 Share Posted February 4, 2019 1973 GTO, 1973 Grand Am, 1950's Willys pickup or station wagon, Jeep FC series kit, Fageol Twin Coach, GM Scenicruiser bus, Mack B61, Mack B81, all of the above in 1/25th styrene. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jordan White Posted February 4, 2019 Share Posted February 4, 2019 Modern pickups, any one (F-150 with the Ecoboost would be cool). Also, '70 Cuda in 1/12 scale (or any MOPAR really) along with a first-gen Mustang in the same scale (not the '71-'73 style, I know Otaki/Doyusha made one) that's not the poor kit from the 60s/70s. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ich_Will Posted February 4, 2019 Share Posted February 4, 2019 I hope someone does the McLaren Senna Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommy124 Posted February 4, 2019 Share Posted February 4, 2019 (edited) On 2.2.2019 at 12:33 AM, Dann Tier said: Oh, I haven't forgot about the Mangusta, bud!!…...I already have a kit of it, and theres even a better kit in resin that's available. Okay, duely noted. Could we agree that it belongs on the should-be-available-to every-modeler-and-not-just-the-rich-and/or-fortunate-ones list? 5 minutes ago, Ich_Will said: I hope someone does the McLaren Senna Serious, Will?? It sure drives like h**l but it to me it looks very much like "form follows function". With function clearly having the upper hand... That said, I believe ROG have a valid licence to do McLaren's... Edited February 4, 2019 by Tommy124 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ich_Will Posted February 4, 2019 Share Posted February 4, 2019 36 minutes ago, Tommy124 said: Serious, Will?? It sure drives like h**l but it to me it looks very much like "form follows function". With function clearly having the upper hand... That said, I believe ROG have a valid licence to do McLaren's... I'm in love with it... it looks so mental and fast. This is the first McLaren that has made me look twice. Up til now they've all fallen well short of my love for Ferrari and Mercedes. Do you watch Grand Tour at all? They just had one on and it's an amazing car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommy124 Posted February 4, 2019 Share Posted February 4, 2019 3 minutes ago, Ich_Will said: Do you watch Grand Tour at all? They just had one on and it's an amazing car. Sure I do. But my son and me were more into those 1000hp muscle cars, Dodge Challenger Hellcat and the like... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
89AKurt Posted February 4, 2019 Share Posted February 4, 2019 Random wish list for today: VW Vanagon Synchro (4WD version). VW The Thing (Hasegawa makes the 1/24 Kubelwagen, not the same thing excuse the pun).Pinzgauer The Ferrari with the tail fins, that sort of looks like an American show car. The old Mercedes Unimog (not the current kit). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommy124 Posted February 4, 2019 Share Posted February 4, 2019 5 minutes ago, 89AKurt said: The Ferrari with the tail fins, that sort of looks like an American show car. Ah, you mean this one: https://www.classicdriver.com/en/article/cars/ferraris-new-fxx-k-1000-horsepower-catapult LOL Joking aside, you mean the 410 Superamerica? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spex84 Posted February 4, 2019 Share Posted February 4, 2019 17 hours ago, NYLIBUD said: Please someone,How about a Jeep Cherokee that you can lift?And have it come with all kinds of accessories. I forgot to put this one on my list! No kidding, man. I'm still stunned that there isn't a 1/25 Cherokee. Interesting that Fageol appeared on Tom's list--I like the Super Freighter, myself. A good subject for the aftermarket, rather than a commercial kitmaker. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg Myers Posted February 4, 2019 Share Posted February 4, 2019 I think we need a new modern kit of the '65-'66 mustang Coupe. something with a real chassis. not a promo style blob. That's Coupe, Notchback, not another sportroof, fastback. and Monogram / Revell could use a bunch of their already existing 1/24th scale Mustang parts to cut the costs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jantrix Posted February 4, 2019 Share Posted February 4, 2019 Studebakers - any '73 -'76 Ford Falcon XB Hardtop (not the Mad Max version but optional parts to make it happen would be fine) A good AMX kit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heyjohnxx Posted February 4, 2019 Share Posted February 4, 2019 How about my delusional dream list: late 70s Chevy long bed pickup Dodge Diplomat/ Plymouth Gran Fury International pickups 69 Polara Pursuit Just about any 4 door or wagon OK, I'm back on my meds Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg Myers Posted February 4, 2019 Share Posted February 4, 2019 (edited) Full kit, Funky Foreign Formula One , Vanwall, GP Champions, wires in front, "Wobblies" in back. Edited February 4, 2019 by Greg Myers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
89AKurt Posted February 4, 2019 Share Posted February 4, 2019 5 hours ago, Tommy124 said: Ah, you mean this one: https://www.classicdriver.com/en/article/cars/ferraris-new-fxx-k-1000-horsepower-catapult LOL Joking aside, you mean the 410 Superamerica? The FXX Evolution would be cool, I have the "normal" FFX already. Yes, not the more common "Superfast" but the Ghia version that looks close to the 1957 Chrysler Dart, which would also be a cool subject. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unclescott58 Posted February 4, 2019 Share Posted February 4, 2019 5 hours ago, 89AKurt said: Random wish list for today: VW Vanagon Synchro (4WD version). VW The Thing (Hasegawa makes the 1/24 Kubelwagen, not the same thing excuse the pun).Pinzgauer The Ferrari with the tail fins, that sort of looks like an American show car. The old Mercedes Unimog (not the current kit). The Thing. Type 181. Another high one on my wish list. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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