Mercedes540 K ...Italeri 1/24 scale

[louis Carabott]

When I see the pics of this model I get a bit emotional...I gave it to a dear old friend of mine and ex work colleague and a month later he passed.

He had been on and on that he wanted this model ...I don't sell my models so I was a bit reluctant ....but due to the fact that I was seeing him ebb away and getting weaker 

by the day I gave it to him and seeing his  happy face was one of my treasured moments in in my life . 

I am sorry about writing all this  but I had to because this is a model with a story which I hold very dear  ..

Fly high Joe

[Jim B]

Beautiful Mercedes.  Really well done.

[espo]

My condolences on the loss of your friend. The finishes on this build are all great and realistic looking. What a great way to show your appreciation of this person. 

[karbuildr]

Like all of your builds Louis, this one is exceptional. It's even more exceptional because of the back story and your friend's happiness. Thanks for sharing something so personal.

[ismaelg]

Without taking any merit away from the gorgeous build, the associated back story really makes it ultra special. 

Thanks,
Ismael

[PappyD340]

Another excellent build Louis!

[Kah puts]

That thing is awesome ?

[XYHARRY]

Outstanding Mercedes there Lou, and my condolences on the passing of your good friend. 

My condolences, 

David.

[Yeah Nah]

Sad back story but a beautiful model that made your friend happy Louis. 

[Bugatti Fan]

To give great happiness to a dear friend in his last days with one of your excellent models is priceless Louis.

[bbowser]

3 hours ago, Bugatti Fan said:

To give great happiness to a dear friend in his last days with one of your excellent models is priceless Louis.

Agreed, well done!

[ncbuckeye67]

The model and the story are both great! Sorry for your loss.

[baycolony]

Anyone would be happy to receive this work of art, and to think you brought such late happiness was certainly worth the effort.

[happy grumpy]

Truly beautiful and meaningful. Great details and craftsmanship. Sometimes , models are not just models, a lot of the models I build have a strong connection to my childhood and people I knew that are no longer here. 

[slusher]

Very sharp!